Skincare alert: Things to keep in mind before using vitamin C

Before using any product, it is always important to know and understand one's skin type, Dr Gurveen Waraich suggested.

Here are the things you should keep in mind if you have just started using Vitamin C in your skincare (Source: Getty Images/Thinkstock)

“Vitamin C is an essential ingredient all of us must have in our skincare routine,” says Dr Gurveen Waraich, a dermatologist, in an Instagram video.

But, before using this wonder ingredient — commonly found in serums, face packs, and even moisturisers — one must be aware of the certain dos and don’ts that come with it.

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As such, the expert listed some of them in her video.

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*Start with low strength, maybe between 8 to 10 percent — definitely not more than 10 percent — as it gets oxidized easily.
*Easily store it in a cool, dry and dark place.
* You can apply it both in the morning and at night, but if you are using it in the morning, always follow it up with sunscreen.

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*If you have eczema, rosacea, active acne, or very dry sensitive skin, always consult a dermatologist before starting vitamin c.

The expert further suggested using a vitamin-C-based product according to one’s skin type.

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