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Incorporating vitamin C serum into your beauty routine can significantly enhance your skin's health, offering benefits like improved texture, brighter complexion, and reduced signs of aging.
Here's how to do it right:
(1) Choose the right concentration. Vitamin C serums come in various concentrations. Beginners should start with a lower concentration to minimize potential irritation and then gradually increase it. People with more resilient skin may opt for higher concentrations for more potent results.
(2) Start with a clean canvas. Use a well-formulated cleanser to remove excess oil and impurities, preparing your skin to absorb the vitamin C serum better. An oily skin face wash could be particularly beneficial if you're prone to acne or have oily skin.
(3) Apply vitamin C serum. After cleansing your skin and patting it dry, take a few drops of vitamin C serum and apply it to your face and neck.
(4) Wait for absorption. Give the serum a moment to fully penetrate your skin before moving on to the next step in your routine. This ensures you're reaping all the benefits of the serum without diluting its effectiveness.
(5) Hydrate the skin with a natural face moisturizer.
(6) Apply sunscreen in the morning. Using Vitamin C serum on your skin can increase its sensitivity to the sun. Therefore, it is important to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 during the day, even on cloudy days.
(7) Store properly. Vitamin C can quickly degrade and lose its potency when exposed to light and air. Store your serum in a cool, dark place and ensure it's tightly sealed to maintain effectiveness.
(8) Monitor your skin's response. If you experience persistent irritation or no visible improvements, you may need to adjust the concentration, formula, or how frequently you apply it.