Should I use lactic acid or vitamin C first?
You might be surprised to know that it’s also possible to apply your vitamin C serum and acid together, at the same time. In fact, using an acid right before vitamin C could actually ENHANCE your results.Here are all the ingredients you should NOT mix with Vitamin C.
- Vitamin C + Benzoyl peroxide.
- Vitamin C + Retinol.
- Vitamin C + AHAs/BHAs.
- Vitamin C + Niacinamide.
What can I combine lactic acid with?
A good way to dilute Lactic Acid is to mix it with another serum or moisturiser—one containing hyaluronic acid works well. When you are looking at how to use The Ordinary lactic acid and hyaluronic acid, be sure not to ‘dilute’ Lactic Acid with something that contains retinol or another acid.
What not to use with lactic acid?
Lactic acid should also not be used with any citric AHAs. Citric acids or any vitamin C serums are notorious for being highly unstable when mixed with other acids. Using any other acid with vitamin C destabilizes your skin’s pH balance, making all products useless.
Can you use lactic acid and vitamin C at the same time?
Although many actives do wonders on their own, there are several ingredient combos that supercharge each other’s benefits when paired together. One prime example is vitamin C and lactic acid. Together, these two ingredients deliver an added boost of antioxidant protection and skin brightening.
What order do you put lactic acid in?
Put it All Together
Lactic acid is a time-tested exfoliator that provides deep hydration and helps smooth out fine lines and wrinkles. To incorporate lactic acid into your skincare routine, start with a cleanser, followed by serum, and then moisturizer.
What goes on first vitamin C or AHA?
As noted above, if you decide to put one on top of the other, you should apply your AHA skincare first. This is because the AHA is an exfoliant, and you don’t want to smooth on your vitamin C serum, only to remove it immediately afterward with a swipe of your AHA.
Can I use vitamin C in the morning and lactic acid at night?
Q. Should I apply vitamin C in the morning or at night, or both? Apply vitamin C day and night UNLESS you’re also using AHAs (like glycolic acid or lactic acid) or BHAs (like salicylic acid). If you’re using AHAs or BHAs in your skin routine, apply vitamin C in the morning only, and apply AHA/BHA at night only.
What goes first lactic acid or vitamin C?
We know that AHAs and BHAs—which are typically between pH 3.0 and 4.0—make the skin more acidic by lowering its pH. So by applying an acid first, it will create the optimal conditions for the L-ascorbic acid to be effective. Acids may even improve the conversion of vitamin C derivatives into L-ascorbic acid.
When should you not use lactic acid?
Side Effects of Lactic Acid
“Do not use on irritated or red skin!” MacGregor warns. Using too much of any one acid too often can lead to inflammation, which accelerates the aging process. Using too much at once can also lead to inflammation or—worse—rashes and chemical burns.
Can you use lactic acid before vitamin C?
When using products containing lactic acid and other AHAs it is considered best to avoid applying them with vitamin C. This is because the mixture of these acids will create an imbalance in pH levels of the skin rendering each ingredient useless.
What goes before lactic acid?
These water-based lactic acid serums should be applied during the treatment step of your skin routine, which is after cleansing and toning, but before other serums and moisturizers.
Can I use the ordinary lactic acid with vitamin C suspension?
Now, if you’re wondering if you can use The Ordinary Lactic Acid and vitamin C together, we have to caution you here. ‘We do not recommend combining direct acids and vitamin C (direct or ethylated) in the same regimen to avoid the potential of developing skin sensitivities,’ warns Kaka.
What should be applied before vitamin C serum?
We recommend that beauty lovers use our Vitamin C Serum after cleansing, exfoliating, masking, and/or toning — but always before moisturizing. All you have to do is apply a couple pumps of serum to clean fingers, and gently press the product evenly over damp skin.
Can you use vitamin C after acids?
Applying your glycolic acid product first to clear the skin, followed by your vitamin C product, means that both products can be as effective as possible. Their combined benefits can overhaul your skin, leaving it dewy, more even and radiant.