Can Hyaluronic Acid be Used with Vitamin C Oil?
Not only are hyaluronic acid and vitamin C powerful skincare ingredients that offer impressive benefits on their own, but when combined, they are a force to be reckoned with. Unlike previous blog posts on these ingredients that have been more serum-focused, today we’ll take a look at how vitamin C oil and hyaluronic acid work together and how to best use them in your skincare routine.
Should I apply the vitamin C first or the hyaluronic acid first?
If you’re using vitamin C and hyaluronic acid in separate formulas, it’s best to apply the vitamin C first. Follow up with the hyaluronic acid to ensure that the skin barrier maintains proper moisture levels and can be protected from free radical damage.
However, when vitamin C is mixed into a facial oil formula, things change. You’ll find hyaluronic acid is often formulated in products like water-based or gel-based serums or moisturizers. When using the products, keep in mind that the order of your skincare routine can affect the effectiveness of the active ingredients. Start with the thinnest concentration and work your way up to the thickest (e.g. cleanser, toner, serum, face oil, moisturizer, and sunscreen) so that you don’t create a barrier on your skin that would compromise the effectiveness of your skincare products.
Can I use oils with hyaluronic acid?
The short answer is: yes. The longer, more detailed answer is: yes, but make sure you apply them in the correct order.
Hyaluronic acid can absorb 1,000 times its weight in water and also has hydrating properties, or H. It can draw moisture from surrounding areas of the skin and other product formulations and trap it in the layers below. As you can see, hyaluronic acid loves water, which is why you shouldn’t apply it over oil. Since hyaluronic acid doesn’t dissolve in oil, it can’t penetrate the oil and therefore can’t reach the areas of the skin that need to be treated. To prevent hyaluronic acid from simply settling on oil, it’s best to apply a hyaluronic acid serum first, followed by a facial oil and moisturizer.
As far as oil-based cleansers go, they shouldn’t produce the same results as the following steps in your routine, such as: B. Toner, to remove any remaining residue, leaving the skin clean and ready to absorb hyaluronic acid and other active ingredients.
Do you need to moisturize after hyaluronic acid?
You don’t necessarily need to use a moisturizer after using hyaluronic acid, as your skin will benefit from the hydrating benefits of hyaluronic acid. However, if you want to add further hydration, applying a moisturizer not only forms a protective layer on the outer surface, but also ensures that the hyaluronic acid can draw more water into the skin, keeping the barrier in its healthiest state.
Is it bad to take too much hyaluronic acid?
Yes, even if it’s hard to believe. One of the main functions of hyaluronic acid is to draw water from the surrounding areas of the face, such as from humidity or contact with the surface of the skin. Using too much hyaluronic acid can actually make the skin thirstier, causing fine lines and dehydration lines to become more obvious. This is because the hydrating properties of hyaluronic acid cause the acid to try to absorb so much water that it starts to draw water from the underlying layers of the skin. You will find that your skin feels dry, tight, and uncomfortable, so it’s best to follow the product’s instructions.
Can I use a facial oil instead of a moisturizer?
You can use both at the same time! I recommend using a facial oil as the last step of your daily regimen. Especially in an evening routine, as oils can sometimes affect how well your makeup stays on. If you really want to boost your skin’s hydration, apply it over your moisturizer while it’s still tacky on the skin. This locks in moisture and better protects the barrier from free radicals such as pollution, UV rays, and environmental impacts.
While the consistency of a facial oil feels lighter than a moisturizer or cream, it’s actually thicker. Using it as the last step of your routine allows the oil to penetrate the moisturizer and reach the underlying layers of the skin. You’ll notice that the barrier remains plump, hydrated, and youthful.
Should you use a vitamin C serum every day?
Of course, your skin will thank you if you use a vitamin C serum every day. But only after making sure you and your skin type benefit from incorporating vitamin C into your daily routine. It’s best to start using it every other day to build up skin tolerance. Once your skin has adjusted to the effects, you can apply three to five drops all over your face.
After using a serum rich in vitamin C, you’ll find that your skin is able to fight free radical damage throughout the day while targeting areas of discoloration. Such as hyperpigmentation and dark spots. If these issues, along with other issues such as signs of aging and dull complexion, are specifically treated, your skin will remain radiant. Therefore, I recommend using vitamin C in your morning routine for the best results and a glow that lasts all day.
Should hyaluronic acid be applied in the morning or at night?
Yes, you should use hyaluronic acid morning and night. This provides the best results, keeping the skin’s surface fully functional and hydrated throughout the day. Not only does this make the complexion look plump and hydrated, but any other products you apply to your skin afterwards can quickly absorb into the skin, allowing it to work faster.
So there you have it, some of your questions about using hyaluronic acid and vitamin C oil. If you have any questions, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram!
