You probably know that you should be using a Vitamin C serum in your skincare routine every day. But do you know why? And are you even using it properly? Here’s a little refresher.
HOW TO USE VITAMIN C SERUM
- Because Vitamin C helps protect your skin from pollution, ultraviolet light, and free radicals, you’re going to want to use it in the morning rather than in the evening
- As a rule of thumb, skincare products should typically be applied from “thinnest” to “thickest” in terms of consistency
Step 1: Wash your face.
Step 2: If you’re a toner person, use a toner.
Step 3: Apply Vitamin C serum. Pat any excess product onto the top of your hands, neck, and décolletage.
Step 4: Apply a moisturizer (Yes, your moisturizer should come after your Vitamin C serum — remember the “thinnest to thickest” rule.)
Step 5: Apply your favourite eye cream.
Step 6: Apply a sunscreen. Let it dry/set.
Step 7: Begin your makeup
What’s nice about Vitamin C serums is that they can be applied as a base layer underneath whatever products you use in the morning, because the good ones never feel sticky. (This list of the best vitamin C serums includes all the “good ones”!)
How Often Should You Be Using It?
For optimal results, you should use Vitamin C serum every single day.
It’s worth noting that Vitamin C serum (and all serums in general!) are most effective when your skin is properly exfoliated. The build-up of dead skin cells due to lack of exfoliation can make it difficult for products to penetrate.
Recommendation
Serums are available at beauty shops but you can get the best from our online store.