On the Compatibility of Vitamin C Serum and Glycolic Acid
The way of skin care, the compatibility of ingredients is very important. Today, Vitamin C Serum and Glycolic Acid, both in the field of skin care, each has its own ability.
Vitamin C Serum, has antioxidant effect. It can resist free radicals, slow down skin decline, brighten skin tone, and make skin radiant. And can help collagen synthesis, making skin firm and elastic.
Glycolic acid is a genus of fruit acids, which can exfoliate, smooth pores, reduce fine lines, flatten skin, and make skin delicate and smooth.
Can the two be mixed? This should be investigated in detail. Vitamin C acid and glycolic acid are also acids. Mixing the two may cause a drastic change in pH value and affect activity.
If accidentally mixed, or irritate the skin, causing redness, swelling and tingling. Cover the skin is delicate and has limited tolerance.
Therefore, if you want to use these two, it should be time-divided. Use vitamin C serum during the day to use it to resist oxidation and protect the skin from damage during the day; use glycolic acid at night to take advantage of the skin's repair to exert its exfoliation power. In this way, each can develop its strengths and avoid its harm, and the skin can be nourished and radiant.
Skin care should be done with caution, knowledge of the nature of the ingredients, and clear compatibility, so that it can be effective without damage.