Apr 6, 2023
It is one of the best moisturising agents, suitable for dry and oily skin. Hyaluronic acid helps retain moisture and prevents it from evaporating into the air.
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Retinol is a vitamin-A derivative suitable for all skin types. It reduces acne, rejuvenates your skin, and boosts your skin’s collagen production.
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Vitamin E hydrates and heals your skin. It has anti-inflammatory properties that are highly beneficial to the skin. But it is unsuitable for acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin.
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Vitamin C, ascorbic acid, absorbs quickly on your skin. It stabilises and creates collagen molecules and is the best anti-ageing product.
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This plant oil is beneficial for moisturising your skin. It also promotes skin healing and treats and prevents sun damage. Best for 'acne-prone' skin and 'normal to oily' skin.
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It is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. It cleanses your skin, retains moisture, and provides smooth and hydrated skin.
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Vitamin B3 provides numerous benefits for your skin, including increased elasticity, even skin tone, and reduced inflammation.
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It contains Vitamin C and is hence rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Benefits include sun damage reduction, protection against skin cancer, and decreased collagen breakdown.
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Let's explore skincare ingredients that do not work well together.
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Combining Alpha Hydroxy Acid and Retinol, both vitamin A derivatives, can possess side effects like skin irritation. So it is better to use them separately.
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Another combination that does not work is Vitamin C and Retinol. It is better to use them when intended. For example, use vitamin C during the day and retinol at night.
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A combination of benzoyl peroxide and retinol doesn’t go together, as benzoyl peroxide can deactivate retinol’s ability to prevent acne.
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Vitamin C is effective at low pH, whereas soap-based cleaners have a high pH and hence don’t benefit when used together.
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Salicylic acid and retinol combined can dry out your skin and cause skin irritation.
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