Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant for your skin. It helps protect against environmental stressors, gives you a radiant complexion and makes dark spots and dull skin less visible. That’s why a vitamin C serum is one of the most popular steps in a morning routine.
Vitamin C serum and skincare
Vitamin C serum: which percentage?
Vitamin C serums usually contain between 5% and 20%. If you’re new to vitamin C or have sensitive skin, start low. The C-Glow 15% Vitamin C Serum from Geek & Gorgeous and the 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum from The Inkey List are a good fit if you’re after glow and a more even skin tone.
Vitamin C for dark spots
Vitamin C helps slow down the production of excess pigment, so dark spots look lighter over time. The Green Tangerine Vita C Dark Spot Care Serum from Goodal is a Korean favorite for this. Looking for more targeted help with pigmentation? Also take a look at tranexamic acid.
How to use and combine vitamin C
Ideally use vitamin C in the morning, under your moisturizer, and always finish with SPF: together they protect your skin best. Vitamin C pairs well with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. Strong acids and retinol are best kept for the evening.
Shop vitamin C skincare at Boozyshop
Shop vitamin C serums, creams and eye creams from brands like Geek & Gorgeous, Goodal, Dr. Althea and The Inkey List. Need help choosing? Our beauty experts are happy to help via chat or email.