Our new hair care range features traditional skincare ingredients you know and love, highlighting the benefits of salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid, caffeine and vitamin C for your hair and scalp!
How to Use the Range: We’ve curated this range so that you can tailor your hair care routine to suit your needs. First, use the serum before you shower and apply it in batches to a dry scalp (see photo below).
For best results, let the serum absorb overnight before following up with shampoo and conditioner. Wondering which ingredient is best for you? Read on to find out more about the range and transform your hair… Hyaluronic Acid – Moisturizing
Power
You wouldn’t hesitate to slather your favourite hyaluronic acid serum on your face, but have you ever wondered what it can do for your scalp and hair? This set is suitable for all hair types, but is ideal if your hair is feeling a little dry. It contains hyaluronic acid to hydrate hair and leave it feeling soft, and oat extract to soothe and hydrate. Vitamin C – Revitalizes Dull Hair
Renowned as a powerful antioxidant, vitamin C is a classic among great ingredients. But don’t limit yourself to your complexion – the Vitamin C range is perfect for dull hair and contains grapefruit extract (a natural source of Vitamin C) as well as XylinshineTM, which leaves hair soft, shiny and easier to style – it’s time to nourish your curls and bring your hair back to life!
Salicylic Acid – Fights Oil Deposits: Oily scalp and hair? Don’t worry, here comes salicylic acid! This cleansing ingredient is an absolute hero as it works to remove oil buildup as it is a gentle exfoliant. Additionally, the range contains Tea Tree Oil to refresh, cleanse and purify the hair and scalp. Caffeine – Revitalizes Fine Hair. Developed specifically for fine hair (but great for all hair types!). If your curls are feeling a little limp and slack, opt for the Caffeine range. This set will revitalize your hair in the shower, leaving it with an irresistibly soft and shiny finish. It also contains Bamboo Extract – a symbol of life and strength! But that’s not all…
Like Revolution, our products are vegan and cruelty-free, but in addition, the formulas are also free of silicones and sulfates. To protect your hair and the planet, the shampoo and conditioner bottles are made from 30% recycled
post-consumer plastic.
DQH Can I use salicylic acid first and then vitamin C?
It’s easy to create a skincare routine, but knowing how to use it is another thing entirely. In most cases, if you’re not getting the desired skin results, it could be due to the layering of conflicting ingredients. So, is it possible that salicylic acid and vitamin C are such ingredients? Or are these active ingredients the duo that’s been missing from your skincare routine? If you want answers, stick around because today we are going to explain the benefits of salicylic acid and vitamin C and how they can be used in your daily life.
What are the benefits of salicylic acid for skin?
Salicylic acid is one of the most commonly used beta hydroxy acids and is favored by many people with oily, acne-prone skin. This acid is derived from willow bark, and unlike its water-soluble relatives (called alpha-hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble, which means it can penetrate deeper into the lower layers of the skin. Once it reaches the lower layers, it can help unclog pores of excess sebum, dirt, bacteria, debris, and impurities. This results in clearer skin tones and greater definition.
Not only does salicylic acid benefit the underlying layers, but the outer surface of the skin benefits as well. When applied to the skin, salicylic acid removes the buildup of dead skin cells. This is accomplished by breaking the bonds that hold dead cells to the surface. Over time, this can cause the complexion to look dull and prone to acne, blackheads, and other blemishes.
If you’d like to learn more about salicylic acid and how it can improve your skin, check out this dedicated blog post from a beauty insider.
What are the benefits of vitamin C for skin?
Vitamin C is considered one of the most powerful antioxidants, which means it is very effective at fighting free radicals and preventing them from causing further skin damage. Examples of free radicals include pollution, central heating, UV rays and harsh climate. They attack proteins, fats and cell membranes as soon as they come into contact with the skin, causing signs of premature aging such as fine lines and wrinkles as well as hyperpigmentation, flaky patches of skin and loss of elasticity.
Many people usually prefer to use vitamin C in their morning routine as this ingredient gives the complexion a radiant glow. You’ll also find that vitamin C can target areas of hyperpigmentation, plumping the skin and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
The thing about vitamin C is that there are a lot of outdated studies going back to the 1950s that describe vitamin C as an unstable skin component. Thanks to improvements in modern technology, this is no longer the case as all products now contain a stable form of vitamin C.
Visit The Beauty Insider to learn more about vitamin C. So please check out our blog post.
Can I use salicylic acid first and then vitamin C?
Yes, you absolutely can. In fact, it’s thought that using salicylic acid before using vitamin C ensures it penetrates faster and works faster.
This is an efficient way to utilize two power sources, and the reason has to do with pH. For example, the skin’s natural pH is about 4.7, making it slightly acidic. Salicylic acid and vitamin C are also both acidic, and you’ll find that vitamin C is absorbed quickly into the skin. Therefore, using salicylic acid beforehand can increase the acidity of the skin and allow vitamin C to penetrate into the skin faster.
While this is considered an effective way to combine two powerful ingredients, you need to be aware of your skin type and how it reacts to certain active ingredients. Even people with perfect, normal skin can experience skin sensitivity and irritation. Therefore, always consult a doctor or dermatologist before using any new products on your skin.
It’s also important to follow skin application rules. In this case, you need to use the product correctly to ensure you get the best results for your skin. If you’re not sure what I mean, the basic rule for skin is to start with the thinnest consistency and work your way up to the thickest consistency. This prevents a barrier from forming on the surface, preventing other active ingredients from penetrating the skin.
Can I use salicylic acid at night and vitamin C in the morning?
Yes, absolutely, this is considered the most effective way to get returns without any adverse side effects. This is because there is enough time between applications to ensure that the skin’s pH levels return to balance.
You’ll also find that Vitamin C is rich in antioxidants and is perfect for use in the morning to ensure your skin is protected and looking its healthiest. Due to the small size of salicylic acid molecules, it is an acid that is able to reach the deepest parts of the skin. While this is effective at keeping skin clear, it also increases the risk of irritation and photosensitivity. Therefore, many people prefer to use powerful BHAs in their evening routine without exposure to UV rays, pollution, or harsh weather.
Warning: If you avoid using sunscreen every day, none of these ingredients will do what your skin needs. The combination of chemical peels and powerful ingredients increases the risk of further damage to the skin’s surface. Use SPF 50 every day to keep your skin protected and your lipid barrier healthy, even on cloudy days, keeping your skin in top condition.
