Vitamin C

[agapanthus1979]

Hi everyone,

Thinking of adding Vit C to my routine.
Any recommendations?

Thanks,
Ags

The ordinary vit c powder, you mix a little bit in your morning moisturiser or sunblock.

A small jar lasts ages.

If you are feeling flush Oskia Vit C are beautiful

The body shop do a lovely vitamin C range! Gives a lovely glow!

Thank you!
I'll have a look at these.
Is it best to use in the morning or at night?

I like morning for vit c as it gives a great glow that is wasted at night haha

Depending on the form of vitamin c, some formulations are very unstable and oxidise quickly. L ascorbic acid form of vitamin C is the most studied, but if not packaged properly, it will oxidise under the influence of UV light and exposure to the air.

There are some vitamin C esters which are more stable but I’ve not tried them.

I use one by Timeless www.timeless-uk.com/products/timeless-skin-care-20-vitamin-c-e-ferulic-acid-serum-1-oz and keep it in the fridge. It’s a good formulation and good packaging to keep it stable.

Use your vitamin c in the morning as it’s antioxidant effect works well with the addition of an SPF to protects from UV damage from the sun.

The Ordinary 30% with silicone is the best on the market for the price. Just don't use it with peels or niacinimide.

I was just eyeing up la Roche posay vit c - has anyone used that one?

If you're starting off, Revolution do a couple of nice vitamin c serums, I've used the 12.5%. Think it's on offer in boots at the moment. Less than £10.