How To Use Vitamin C Serum On Face At Night

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Vitamin C serum has become one of the must-have skincare products for a reason. This potent ingredient boasts a range of benefits, from boosting collagen production to fighting free radical damage, ultimately leaving you with a healthier, more radiant complexion. But with so much buzz, many still have questions: how exactly do you use vitamin C serum, and when? This blog will help you understand vitamin C, and explore its effectiveness in both your morning and night-time skincare routines.

What is vitamin c serum?

A lightweight skincare product loaded with vitamin C as an active is called vitamin C serum. It's applied to the skin on a topical basis. These serums can be purchased at any of the stores or online portals where you normally purchase beauty products.  

How to use vitamin c serum for face at night?

  • Use cleanser to clean your face properly. This step is important to ensure that serum penetrates the skin properly
  • Double-cleanse your face with a suitable face wash for your skin type. Apply face wash using small, circular motions with your fingers, to the moist face, and then rinse it off.
  • Apply eye cream before applying vitamin C serum for better results because of the penetration of eye cream which is a treatment product specifically for eyes.
  • Apply a drop or two of vitamin C serum to boost collagen production and remove pigmentation.
  • To seal vitamin C serum's beneficial effect, apply the moisturizer and sunscreen later.

 Tips to use vitamin c serum for best skincare results

  • Start with a patch test before starting to use vitamin C serum for your face.
  • If you are a beginner, start with a vitamin C serum with low concentration.Incorporate it slowly in your routine and then increase the frequency
  • Make sure to cleanse your face before applying vitamin C serum.
  • It should be paired with other suitable active ingredients.
  • During the day-time, don’t forget to apply sunscreen.
  • Don’t forget to use moisturizer in both the morning and night skincare routine.

When to use vitamin c serum - day or night?

Still confused about when to use Vitamin C serum day or night or both? Don’t worry we got you!

Ideally, vitamin C serum can be used in both the am and pm routine but there are different pros and cons related to both. So let’s discuss both in detail:-

Using vitamin c serum in A.M. routine

Due to their light texture and rapid absorption, vitamin C serums are perfect for blending under moisturizers, makeup, or skin care. Furthermore, to prevent possible free radical damage during the daytime, vitamin C serums are safe for daytime use in the A.M. routine. As a result, many of us are tempted to use vitamin C serum in the daytime. Sensitive skin may be more susceptible to irritation and sunburn when vitamin C concentrations are higher. However, if you wish to use Vitamin C serum in the morning, you can apply a layer of sunscreen afterward.

Using vitamin c serum in P.M. routine

During the night, when you sleep, your body goes through a natural healing process, and vitamin C, which has been applied at this time, increases collagen, improves skin elasticity, and heals damaged cells with its antioxidant properties. Therefore, several dermatologists recommend that you use it at night before sleeping because it is safer and has better effects on your appearance. In addition, the risk of developing photosensitivity can be reduced by applying vitamin C serum on the face in the P.M. routine.

Using vitamin c serum in both A.M. and P.M. routine

Since your skin has a daily limit on how much vitamin C can be absorbed, one or two drops of vitamin C serum a day will suffice. If you are using a product with an increased concentration or photosensitivity, use it at night. On the other hand, if you use a softer product with lower vitamin C levels, it can also provide additional benefits when used in the morning.

Which skin type can use vitamin c serum?

Vitamin C serum is highly beneficial for all skin types, from oily to dry, acne prone to aging. The market has a wide range of vitamin C serum concentrations. The amount of vitamin C in the serum determines how potent a serum is.

Importance of using vitamin c serum for face

The following are the benefits vitamin C offers when used:-

  • The antioxidants in vitamin C protect against harmful UV rays so while vitamin C serum can offer some additional protection, sunscreen remains essential to fully block harmful UV rays.
  • Vitamin C serum for dark spots can be an effective idea. In one study, after 16 weeks of use vitamin C had been shown to significantly reduce black spots.
  • Our skin naturally contains this protein that prevents sagging. However, as you get older, your body produces less collagen. Using vitamin C for the face can promote the development of new collagen and help in the maintenance of existing collagen.
  • Vitamin C can also reduce the visibility of scars. After vitamin C was applied, a study showed improvement in surgical scars.

Guide to pairing ingredients with vitamin c serum at night

  • Ingredients to avoid mixing with Vitamin C serum

Vitamin C and Retinol :

Try not to use retinol and vitamin C at the same time, to avoid skin irritation. Consider using vitamin C serum in the morning and retinol in the evening instead.

Vitamin C and Salicylic acid:

Avoid using vitamin C and salicylic acid together in same routine as it may cause irritation

Vitamin C and Sunscreen:

Although vitamin C serum and sunscreen do not react to each other, they prevent the sun's ultraviolet rays from damaging your skin during the day. So you're not going to benefit from using both of them together at night. However, if you are using vitamin C during the day, make sure to wear sunscreen.

  • Ingredients that can be mixed with Vitamin C serum

Vitamin C and Hyaluronic acid:

Hyaluronic acid and vitamin C serum are potent skincare potions you can use together. Hyaluronic acid keeps skin hydrated, and vitamin C prevents sun damage. Therefore, the combination of these substances can result in quick and sustained anti-aging effects.

Vitamin C and Niacinamide:

Niacinamide and vitamin C can be used together in the same product to create a powerful combination for your skin.

Vitamin C and moisturizer 

Vitamin C serum tackles concerns like brightening and collagen production but can be drying. Moisturizer hydrates and traps those benefits, therefore it is recommended to use vitamin C serum and moisturizer together.

Conclusion

Vitamin C serum is one of the most popular ingredients in the skincare world for all the right reasons. Incorporating a vitamin C serum into your routine can help you achieve your dream of brighter, healthier skin!

Faqs

  1. HOW LONG SHOULD I USE VITAMIN C SERUM FOR FACE?

The benefits of vitamin C in serums typically take longer to develop than those of other serums. In four to twelve weeks, however, they begin to show results if they are used consistently.

  1. CAN I USE VITAMIN C SERUM EVERY DAY?

Yes. Dermatologists suggest using it every day, all year around to observe maximum benefits.

  1. CAN PREGNANT WOMEN USE VITAMIN C SERUM?

Yes, during pregnancy, vitamin C serum may be used. There is no evidence of any harm to the unborn child from topical anti- aging treatments including vitamin C, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and peptides.

  1. CAN I USE VITAMIN C SERUM UNDER MY EYES?

One of the most important antioxidants and a potent serum for skin care is vitamin C serum. In addition, L-ascorbic acid and hyaluronic acids are the collagen-boosting and hydrating components. As it is effective, and with consistent use you will see a difference in the color of your circles, vitamin C serum may be used on them.

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