Vitamin C and Retinol
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Wed Oct 07, 2020 8:02 pm

Hello everyone,

Since reading about the benefits of retinol and vitamin C, I have decided to add them to my regime.

However, I am prone to redness (not Rosacea or rashes, just a kind of 'ruddiness'), so I want to go slowly.

My vitamin C serum is 15% and retinol 1%.

I know these are fairly strong, so I'm happy to dilute them with my other products initially.

For those of you who use these products, how often do you apply them and if you built up slowly, how did you do it?

For example, did you start using the products just once a week or more?

When did you start to increase the frequency?

Any advice is greatly appreciated

thanks

Thu Oct 08, 2020 10:27 pm

Hi! Basil dev
I started using Vitamin C and retinol some time ago, I have received more benefits from it.

Vitamin C is a brightening agent and antioxidant – it protects the skin from aging. Also, this vitamin stimulates collagen production in high concentration.

The use of serums with vitamin C and with retinol is better to separate to get their best effect, as they need different pH levels: it must be about 3.5 for vitamin C, and about 5.5 for retinol.

It is more logical to use vitamin C serum in the morning with SPF. Retinol serum should be used in the night because retinoids are unstable in the sun. Hope this helps!

Fri Oct 09, 2020 12:52 pm

Thank you so much!

Sun Oct 11, 2020 9:22 pm

Welcome

free skin care · Sat Oct 17, 2020 12:46 pm

« My vitamin C serum is 15% and retinol is 1% »

what is your product that you use please? Question

Sun Oct 18, 2020 8:47 pm

jess2101 wrote:

« My vitamin C serum is 15% and retinol is 1% »

what is your product that you use please? Question

Hi jess2101,

Mine are the same strengths - Skinceuticals 15% and retinol 1% (can't remember the brand)

I have to go super slowly as last week when I applied vitamin C to my face, I actually got burnt from it.

I backed off for a few days and now I mix a little of my serum with moisturizer every second day. Have only just started on the face again on Sunday, so far so good.

I'm applying both to my chest (Vit C AM, retinol PM) every second day - but my face is a little more sensitive.

Thu Oct 29, 2020 9:40 pm

Hi, there, vitamin C helps reduce complexion concerns like dullness, uneven skin tone, acne scars, and texture. With regular and correct use, you’ll see noticeable results like brighter skin and fading dark spots that resulted from U.V. radiation. Like vitamin C, retinol has some coveted benefits: It can heal cystic acne, get rid of dark spots, soften wrinkles, and lighten hyperpigmentation.

You can also check out various natural skincare brands like - Juice Beauty, Nourish Organic, v10plus and NOTO Botanics

Fri Feb 05, 2021 3:05 am

Of course, these vitamins are important for your body and skin. They're great for protecting your skin, so it's worth a try. The main thing is to find the right one for you.

free skin care · Thu Jun 10, 2021 9:06 pm

if you skin does not feel painful after 2-3 weeks of use, you can try to use them more frequently and feel that again.

Mon Nov 01, 2021 11:20 pm

Retinol and vitamin C are two of the most powerful ingredients for your skin that fights wrinkeles & dark Scene.

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