Does you skin really need vitamins? Does your skin need Vitamin C or A or both in your skincare routine? Let’s talk about two of the most common and powerful skincare ingredients: vitamin C and vitamin A (more commonly known as retinol). Here’s why these two vitamins deserve a place in your routine.
Skincare Benefits of Vitamin C
Vitamin C it is so versatile which makes it one my favourite skincare ingredients. It brightens and gives your skin instant radiance. Not only does vitamin C protect against damaging free radicals, it also helps to lighten and break up pigmentation you might already have. It also helps prevents sun spots from forming and increasing overall radiance. Vitamin C also helps to diminish existing fine lines and wrinkles, while protecting against future damage making it a great anti-ager too.
For a budget-friendly vitamin C formula, try The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 30% In Silicone €7.50
If you’re new to using the ingredient on your skin, It is potent stuff, so you only need a few drops for each application. It’s best to start out with a low concentration and work your way up as your skin grows more accustomed to the ingredient.
I am now using Ultraceuticals Ultra C Firming Serum €78.50. It is on the expensive side but I noticed results after a few days of using it and my skin looked much more radiant and brighter.
I am now using Ultraceuticals Ultra C Firming Serum €78.50. It is on the expensive side but I noticed results after a few days of using it and my skin looked much more radiant and brighter.
Another good serum is La Roche-Posay 10% Pure Vitamin C Serum €38.00. It is particularly good for sensitive skin types. Always start with a low % and you can go all the way up to 20 percent, which will work more quickly to brighten and improve skin pigmentation.
Skincare Benefits of Vitamin A
Retinol (a derivative of vitamin A) is another well-regarded skincare ingredient – particularly when it comes to anti-ageing. It helps increase cellular turnover which stimulates your body’s production of new skin cells.
Retinol can also come in many different forms and strengths. Similarly, to vitamin C, vitamin A is also great for controlling breakouts and fading unwanted pigmentation.
If you’re completely new to vitamin A, I recommend building up a tolerance as retinol comes in varying different strengths.
Cerave Skin Renewing Retinol Serum €39.99 is a nice budget option that works well for sensitive skin. It combines retinol with ceramides for skin protection, antioxidant-rich licorice, and calming nicianamide. Its low concentration of retinol (0.3 percent) will also help minimize the side effects. Cerave also have a great option for post-acne and open pores Resurfacing Retinol Serum €37.95 Beautyshop.ie.
I have been using the Image Ageless Total Retinol A Cream €89.00. Millie’s. Expensive but I decided to invest in my skin to help fight ageing and it has been worth it.
How to use Vitamin c and Vitamin A (Retinol) in your routine
Vitamin C and vitamin A should be an important part of any well-rounded skincare routine. I recommend using vitamin C during the day to protect skin from UVA/UVB and pollution when you are out and about and then use your retinol serum in the evening combined with a soothing moisturiser at night.
Regardless of your skin type, it is always best to build up a tolerance to retinol. Try mixing a low concentration retinol with your usual moisturiser three times a week and gradually increasing. This will stop any redness or overly dry patches. Vitamin A can increase your skin’s sensitivity to the sun, so wearing an SPF every day is essential.
Does your skin need Vitamin C or Vitamin A or both in your skincare routine?
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