How to Apply Vitamin C Serum for Maximum Results

What is a Vitamin C Serum? 

Vitamin C is an antioxidant, meaning that it helps fight the harmful toxins. A vitamin C serum is a topical skincare product with a high concentration of Vitamin C, which helps skin fight against environmental damage, fade dark spots and brighten the complexion. 

How to Apply Vitamin C Serum for Maximum Results? 

If you have purchased a vitamin C serum and are wondering how to use it so that you can see its results, you have landed on the right page. Vitamin C is one of the most important skincare heroes in your daily skincare routine. It not only helps with dull skin, but it also boosts collagen and reduces signs of ageing. 

To get the best results out of it, totally depends on how you apply it and how you store it. Let's learn about it through this step-by-step article. 

1- Prep up your skin 

One of the most important steps of your skincare routine is cleansing. You want a clean and fresh canvas before you dive into your skincare. 

• Start with your cleanser that suits your skin type ( normal, oily, dry or combination). 

• Go in with your toner to balance skin pH and remove any residual impurities. 

• Now leave your skin a little damp with the toner on, so that your serums get absorbed well. 

2- Now the fun part: Apply Vitamin C Serum 

This is the part you were waiting for. Applying the vitamin C serum, but the right way to achieve maximum results. 

• Use a few drops of vitamin C serum. A little goes a long way, so don’t overdo it. 

• Now apply dots of the serum on your face and neck ( never forget your neck). Gently pat it on your skin rather than rubbing it too hard so that it doesn't strip off the skin. 

• You need to make sure the serum penetrates your skin properly, hence allow it 1-2 minutes to sink in,  before you apply other serums. 

3- Layering in the correct order is a MUST 

One thing that hinders you from achieving the maximum results after using a vitamin C serum is not applying it in the right order. The order of products is the key here. 

Morning Routine 

• Vitamin C serum comes between your skincare routine. First, do the cleansing and toning and then apply vitamin C. Don't moisturise first and don’t forget your sunscreen. 

• Using a lightweight moisturiser is usually better after applying vitamin C serum, but if you have super dry skin, you can use a heavy moisturiser. 

• Make sure you use a sunscreen with SPF 30+ or more. Vitamin C serum doesn't replace your sunscreen. 

Evening Routine (Optional) 

• If your skin is used to vitamin C serum and you prefer to apply it in the evening, you can surely make it part of your nighttime routine, but avoid layering with strong acids and certain exfoliants in the same routine unless your skin can handle it. 

4- Be consistent and aim for realistic results 

Skincare does not work like magic. It needs time to work, and for that, you need to be consistent with its use. Use it regularly once your skin is used to it. You might see certain changes like brightening within a couple of weeks, while some changes like a change in texture and reduction in finelines take more than maybe 6 weeks. 

If you are new to it or have sensitive skin, the best way to go ahead with it is by using it every other day. Once you feel your skin is used to it, you can gradually increase its use to daily. 

5- Storage and Care of Product 

Vitamin C is very sensitive when it comes to storing it. The warm, humid climate of Karachi can be very challenging for its storage. Vitamin C serums can lose their potency over time if not taken. 

• You need to protect it from light and air, hence choose a serum in a dark or opaque bottle. 

• Once it is opened, store it in a cool and dry place. Place it in a dark place to avoid sunlight and high humidity. If the colour of the serum changes to brown or smells off, that means you need to throw it away. 

6- Common Mistakes & Things to Avoid 

• Applying too much product: You might have heard “less is more” and that is true in this case as well. Applying too much product wouldn’t give you better results and might irritate your skin. 

• Skipping Sunscreen: Vitamin C is helping to protect skin, but it doesn’t perform the job of a sunscreen. Hence, never skip sunscreen in the morning. 

• Using it with harsh exfoliants: You will end up irritating your skin or reducing the effectiveness of vitamin C if you use it with strong AHAs, BHAs or benzoyl peroxide in the same routine. 

• Ignoring skin reaction: You should immediately stop using vitamin C if you feel burning, redness or irritation and consult your dermatologist. 

Final Thoughts

It isn’t complicated to use a vitamin C serum, but it's all about your intention and how you truly use it. Be consistent with its use and store it smartly, and in no time, you will notice a fresher and more illuminated version of your skin. 

By now, you're ready to start using it, and if you have not already purchased it, what are you waiting for? Visit Springs today and pick your vitamin C product from a wide range that suits you best, and make it part of your routine.