How to Apply Vitamin C, Niacinamide, and Hyaluronic Acid in Laying Hens
When you apply Vitamin C, Niacinamide, and Hyaluronic Acid, it often feels like it’s too much for your skin to handle. You can’t help but wonder: can’t three powerful ingredients do anything good for my face? But believe it or not, it is, and let me explain how to apply Vitamin C, Niacinamide, and Hyaluronic Acid.
Before we dive in, however, let me first give you an idea of these ingredients and their benefits for your skin.
Benefits of Vitamin C for Skin
Contains a high amount of antioxidants that protect your skin from free radical damage, such as: B. from UV radiation, environmental pollution, and other daily aggressors.
Fights signs of premature aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and collagen loss.
Fights hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and uneven skin tone, for a brighter complexion.
It’s known to add vitality and radiance to the skin while exfoliating the upper layers of the skin to remove dead skin cells, dirt, and debris.
Benefits of Niacinamide for Skin
Contains antioxidant properties that protect the outer layer of the skin from damage caused by everyday skin aggressors.
Acts as a humectant, i.e. h. It locks moisture into the skin, ensuring it stays healthy and hydrated.
Any damage to the skin barrier is restored and the correct moisture levels are replenished.
Very effective in fighting signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles
Has the ability to regulate the skin’s natural sebum production.
Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid for Skin
Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the body and is one of the few ingredients in skincare that does not cause side effects or irritation.
The most effective humectant, i.e. h. It draws moisture from the skin’s surrounding areas into the skin and locks it there.
Suitable for all skin types, it is often used to soothe signs of irritation from other skincare ingredients.
Can Vitamin C be used with Niacinamide and Hyaluronic Acid?
Of course, while it may be daunting to use all three ingredients in your daily routine, you won’t risk overloading your skin. Instead, your skin will enjoy the dual moisturizing effects of hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, as well as the brightening benefits of Vitamin C. When using these three ingredients, it’s generally considered best to apply vitamin C first, then hyaluronic acid, and finally niacinamide. By applying hyaluronic acid first, you can keep your skin barrier healthy and hydrated. If you follow up with niacinamide, this powerhouse can specifically control sebum production.
You may also find that skin irritation symptoms often caused by high levels of ascorbic acid (also known as vitamin C) are reduced due to the moisturizing properties of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid.
Can niacinamide and vitamin C be layered?
Actually, yes, although outdated studies suggest that niacinamide and vitamin C are best avoided because of negative chemical reactions that render both ingredients useless. Fast forward to modern formulas, and you may find that both of these powerful skincare products can be used without worry, and you’ll reap the benefits without any side effects. Of course, remember to apply the 24-hour patch before applying the full face patch to avoid any adverse reactions.
Which comes first, vitamin C or niacinamide?
When layering vitamin C and niacinamide, it’s best to apply the vitamin C first and wait at least 15 minutes before applying the niacinamide. This is the best way to ensure that the exfoliating benefits of Vitamin C work while the Niacinamide keeps the skin barrier healthy and hydrated. The skin remains calm and shows no signs of hot flashes or redness that often occur after using Vitamin C, especially if your skin type tends to be sensitive.
Can Vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid be used together?
You actually can! In fact, Hyaluronic Acid can combat any irritation that can sometimes occur when using Vitamin C. Combined, the two can achieve an overall improved complexion and tone while ensuring that the skin barrier remains at its healthiest and can combat signs of free radical damage.
Should I apply Vitamin C or Hyaluronic Acid first?
This may be a matter of personal preference, but if you want my advice, I recommend that you apply Vitamin C first and allow it to fully absorb into the skin. Follow up with Hyaluronic Acid, which provides more moisture to the skin due to its hydrating properties. This not only allows the skin to continue to retain moisture, but also protects itself from everyday aggressors such as pollution, UV rays, and bad weather.
However, if you remember the basic rule of applying skincare ingredients from thinnest to thickest consistency, you can ensure that each formula reaches the right areas of the skin without having to compete with thicker products. You may notice that formulas with vitamin C are usually watery serums. Hyaluronic acid has a more gel-like consistency and works better when applied while the skin is still slightly damp.
I hope you now have a clearer understanding of how to layer vitamin C, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid. It may sound confusing, but once you get the hang of it, nothing will stand in your way of achieving your skin goals.
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DQH Knowledge drop: In your 20s, your skin cell turnover decreases. (Cell turnover is a key component in keeping your skin youthful.) You know what else slows down? Your collagen production. Starting in your 20s, collagen decreases by about 1 percent per year. Should you want to prevent fine lines and wrinkles, start by eliminating behaviors that contribute to premature aging. “If it’s bad for you, it’s bad for your skin,” says dermatologist Michel Somenek.
“Cigarette smoking reduces blood flow to the skin and causes premature wrinkling and a dull skin texture. Making the repeated pursed motion to inhale can also cause smoker’s lines. Alcohol and recreational drugs are toxins for the skin that damage its cellular structure and DNA,” Somenek tells us. “The faster you eliminate vices while you are young, the better chance your skin and body have to recuperate.” Also, adopting an anti-aging routine in your 20s is key. After all, the best offense is a good defense. We spoke to Somenek and experts Joshua Ross and Audrey Kunin to find out more.
Keep reading for the best anti-aging products for your 20s, according to skincare professionals.
Sunscreen
“We all know that the sun is the number one cause of skin aging and starting the prevention in your 20s is very important,” Ross says. “The majority of your sun damage won’t start to appear until you’re in your 30s, so don’t wait until you see it surface or you’ll be behind the curve. Stay ahead of it with a good-quality zinc-based sunscreen worn daily.”
Farmacy Green Defense Daily Mineral Sunscreen
An invisible sunscreen with SPF 30, plus botanical extracts meant to protect skin with tons of antioxidants. Bonus: It’s clean and fine to use under makeup.
Bareminerals Complexion Rescue™ Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
Although we recommend you use your SPF and moisturizer separately, we also understand moments when you don’t have time or energy for that extra step. For those times, this bareMinerals moisturizer is a great thing to have on hand.
Vitamin C Serum
“A great introduction to anti-aging is to start with a vitamin C serum in your morning skincare routine,” Ross says. “It’s a powerful antioxidant that will neutralize free radicals and brighten the skin.” He adds that it’s a great way to counteract the effects of the sun’s harmful rays, which, as previously mentioned, are among the biggest causes of premature aging.
Drunk Elephant C-Firma™ Vitamin C Day Serum
The Drunk Elephant C-Firma is a lightweight serum that promises to give skin a glow by combining the brightening powers of vitamin C with ferulic acid, l-ascorbic acid, and vitamin E. The included sodium hyaluronate is meant to replace hydration loss, so you shouldn’t have to deal with any irritation.
Sunday Riley C.E.O. Rapid Flash Brightening Serum
This potent serum is jam-packed with vitamin C (15 percent, to be exact), which means it’s a potential superstar at both brightening skin and dousing it in antioxidants.
Peptides
Using peptides on your skin has many benefits, says Somenek. “The skin barrier is what defends the body against pollution, UV rays, bacteria, and toxins. It can be damaged by several everyday factors. Using topical peptides aids in building a stronger barrier,” he says. “Peptides comprise elastic fibers, which are a type of protein. These fibers help to make skin appear taut and firm. Peptides can also help repair damaged skin, relieve inflammation, and even out skin tone. Some peptides can kill acne-causing bacteria that is common in 20-somethings.”
Kunin agrees, saying, “Peptides are an excellent entry point for supporting collagen.” She recommends looking for face and eye treatments that contain these collagen-boosting powerhouses.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Rescue Cream
This Charlotte Tilbury super-emollient eye cream has a base of coconut oil and shea butter (read: it’s incredibly hydrating). Botanicals plus peptides are meant to help reduce dark circles and boost collagen, respectively.
This creamy moisturizer serves up potent collagen-boosting peptides and pycnogenol, and antioxidant-rich vitamin C. “Instead of sitting on top of the skin, peptides penetrate the outer layer so they go deep. The ‘signals’ they send tell the cells to produce elastin and collagen, which are needed for youthful-looking skin,” explains Somenek.
At-Home Peel Pads
Remember that skin cell turnover fiasco we talked about earlier? One way to help support it is by exfoliating. “Exfoliation is important to help keep skin fresh and luminous,” Kunin says. She recommends using at-home peel pads as an easy and effective way to exfoliate.
“The goal in your 20s is to fight the slowing pace of cell turnover. It is wise to use products that gently exfoliate, yet still remove oil and other impurities. Products that have Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) or Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA) are a good choice.”
According to Somenek, you should only exfoliate two to three times a week. “People of all ages are guilty of over-exfoliating and that can be too much of a good thing,” he says.
Dermadoctor Kakadu C Intensive Vitamin C Peel Pad
A few swipes of this Derma Doctor powerful peel pad promise to leave your skin glowing and smooth, thanks to the seven (yes, seven) types of chemical exfoliants, including AHA and BHA. It also contains vitamin C via Kakadu plum extract for added brightening and antioxidant protection.
KEY INGREDIENTS Kakadu plum extract is sourced from the Kakadu plum, a fruit grown in northern Australia. It contains vitamin C, which restores the skin’s natural barrier, increases collagen production, and soothes irritation.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta® Universal Daily Peel Pads
These are the gold standard of peel pads, with a cult following and over 900 five-star reviews on Sephora. They’re easy to use and contain a blend of anti-aging exfoliating acids.
Emollient Night Cream
“In your 20s, you need to start upping the hydration in your skincare routine. You may have been cautious of over-moisturizing because of acne in your teens, but as you enter your 20s, your skin transitions and becomes drier,” Ross says. “I recommend an emollient night cream added into your evening skincare regimen.”
“Twenty-somethings need to make sure that they are not using creams that will clog their pores and cause excess oil production,” says Somenek. Opt for non-comedogenic products.
Cerave Skin Renewing Night Cream
One great choice is the CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream, which is a non-comedogenic night cream that leaves skin soft and glowy. It combines the moisturizing powers of ceramides and hyaluronic acid.
RoC Retinol Correxion Max Hydration Creme
“The best night cream ingredients contain retinol, benzoyl peroxide, and/or salicylic acid or hyaluronic acid. The goal is to moisturize, yet remove excess oil,” says Somenek. This Roc Retinol Correxion cream fits the bill as it contains both hyaluronic acid and retinol so it promises to moisturize while also being non-comedogenic.
