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.

By: Lifestyle Desk
New Delhi | August 19, 2022 10:50 AM IST

2 min read

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.

*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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