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Are You Using The Right Vitamin C For You?

written by: Maddie - Beauty Editorpublished on 14 Aug, 2023

Find Your Formula: A Vitamin C For Every Skin Concern

Have you always thought that all Vitamin C serums do the same thing or are suitable for all skin types? Well, if the answer is yes, then keep reading as we look into which SkinCeuticals Vitamin C you should be using to suit your personal skin types.

Before we get into, let's just recap what Vitamin C is and what it does...

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, that is an essential skin nutrient with multiple benefits for our overall skin health:

- It's a collagen booster, therefore helps firm the skin

- Brightens skin complexion

- Protects against environmental damage from UV, pollutions and lifestyle stress

- Helps minimise the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles

There are various types of Vitamin C including, Pure Vitamin C, Ascorbyl palmitate, Tetrahexlydecyl ascorbate, and Vitamin C with bioflavonoids... but we want to know which vitamin c you should be using for your skin.

Which Vitamin C Serum Is Best For My Skin?

C E Ferulic

Best For: Normal and Dry Skin

The SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic has been scientifically formulated to target anti-ageing concerns, such as fine Iines, wrinkles and discolouration.

How To use: Apply 4-5 drops to a dry face, neck and chest before applying all other skincare products. Always apply an SPF in the morning after using your Vitamin C serum, as this will help provide a more comprehensive protection against visible ageing.

When To Apply: Use the C E Ferulic every morning after cleansing and toning.

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Silymarin CF

Best For: Blemish Prone & Oily Skin

The SkinCeuticals Silymarin C F is a vitamin C serum backed by science and designed to reduce oiliness, refine skin texture and minimise the appearance of pores.

How To use: Apply 4-5 drops to a dry face, neck and chest before applying all other skincare products. Always apply an SPF in the morning after using your Vitamin C serum, as this will help provide a more comprehensive protection against visible ageing.

When To Apply: Use the Silymarin CF every morning after cleansing and toning.

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Phloretin CF

Best For: Normal, Oily & Combination Skin

The SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF is ideal for those with normal, combination and sensitive skin looking for a broad-spectrum treatment to protect against free radicals and also other reactive molecules known to cause damage and DNA mutations. It also helps to correct existing damage, leaving your skin structure stronger on the inside with a firmer and more radiant complexion on the outside.

How To Use: Apply 4-5 drops to a dry face, neck and chest. We recommend applying the SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Gel after, followed by a moisturiser and sunscreen.

When To Apply: Use the Phloretin CF every morning after cleansing.

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