You may choose to purchase a skincare product containing both vitamin C and retinol, or layer individual products together. It's important to know how the ingredients interact, how their benefits ...
“Vitamin C is a tough ingredient to formulate with because it’s most effective in an acidic pH environment. Retinol works in a higher (more alkaline) pH. If using them together, they won’t ...
Why it's fab: Hailed as one of the top anti-ageing antioxidants, vitamin C guzzles up harmful free radicals ... according to aesthetic doctor Dr Fiona McCarthy. "Retinol encourages cellular ...
Whichever you choose, from now on, SPF is your BFF - retinol makes skin more susceptible to sun damage, so it's imperative to protect it every day. Paula's Choice 5% Vitamin C Sheer Moisturiser ...
The first is vitamin C, the second is SPF (a non-negotiable) and the third is retinol. In the short term, retinol can unclog pores, fight spots and help boost brightness levels. If you’re ...