Did you know that mixing and matching the right skincare ingredients help maximize their benefits? One of those powerhouse duos is vitamin C and vitamin E.
The cult-favorite vitamin C is an ingredient famous for erasing pigmentation (acne marks, melasma), brightening the skin, and assisting in wound healing. On the other hand, vitamin E is known to combat free radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. Vitamins C and E are already awesome by themselves alone, but when combined, they’re even better.
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Although others may find applying these unusual, it’s something one shouldn’t miss out on. So don’t settle for less — join me in uncovering some amazing vitamin C and E skin benefits.
But first, a quick refresher:
If you’ve been an avid reader of The K-Mag, you might have gone through the Ingredient Focus: Why Vitamin C Is All The Rage article. To give you a brief background, vitamin C is naturally found in our epidermis but diminishes as we age. It’s an ingredient perfect for people with post-acne marks and melasma as it visibly fades pigmentation with regular application. This also aids in collagen production as well as protects from photoaging.
Meanwhile, powerful antioxidant vitamin E battles the stress our skin experiences from environmental factors (such as pollution and sun exposure). It’s also good for hydration, preventing inflammation, and promotes healing. The most common forms of this compound are called tocopheryl acetate and tocopherol.
Benefits when used as a tandem:
They hinder sun damage.
Both ingredients boost each other’s efficacy when partnered. Research states that they work hand-in-hand to prevent UV damage caused by long hours of basking under the sun. They don’t completely replace your sunscreen but increase the skin’s ability to counter sunburn, photoaging, and skin cancer. The next time you shop for your favorite vitamin C serum, don’t forget to add its partner-in-crime, too!
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They help the skin avoid premature aging.
Together, vitamin C and vitamin E help preserve one’s youthful glow. Since they counteract free radicals, biological skin aging is delayed. Doubling that dose of antioxidants goes a long way in terms of skin health.
Product recommendations
For those with sensitive skin, the Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin C Serum offers a humble 5% concentration of vitamin C to prevent dullness. For those looking to rapidly fade pigmentation, the By Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C21.5 Advanced Serum is your best bet, as it’s packed with a powerful 21.5% concentration that can give visible results in as fast as two weeks. Pair them with either the Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin E Mask or By Wishtrend Vitamin 75 Maximizing Cream, two outstanding moisturizers infused with vitamin E, to invigorate and nourish your skin.
You can never go wrong with pampering your skin. These antioxidant-rich skincare products penetrate deep into the skin, resulting in a more radiant complexion without all the expensive dermatological treatments. No need to think twice about purchasing these products — have that vibrant glow without leaving the comfort of your home.