Vitamin C is asked for more than any other ingredient, and it is also the one where the label tells you least. The form matters more than the number.
Fresh-activated
Vitamin C degrades once it meets water and air. Some formulas keep the powder separate until you mix it, which trades a little convenience for potency.
Stabilised, ready to use
Pre-mixed formulas are gentler and easier to live with day to day, and suit skin that finds stronger vitamin C uncomfortable.
Paired with something else
Vitamin C combined with another active does two jobs at once, which is useful if you would rather keep your routine short.
- Myriade The C-Retinol — with retinol
- Brightalive® Skin Brightener — a non-retinol route to evenness
When to use it
Mornings, on clean skin, before moisturiser and sunscreen. If your skin is sensitive, start every other day.
See everything in brightening.