How should I layer this serum with my moisturizer and sunscreen?

This serum is designed to be a lightweight, concentrated step that sits well under other products. The typical order is: cleanse, then apply the serum, then moisturizer, and finally sunscreen if it is daytime.

Here are the practical details:

  • Morning: After cleansing, apply a few drops of the serum to dry skin. Wait about a minute for it to absorb, then follow with your usual moisturizer and finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, and using it under SPF can complement your sun protection routine, but it does not replace sunscreen.
  • Evening: Apply the serum after cleansing, then follow with your moisturizer. You can use it in the evening as well, especially if you prefer to keep your morning routine simpler.
  • Layering with other actives: If you also use retinol, AHA/BHA exfoliants, or other strong actives, avoid applying them at the same time. You can use the vitamin C serum in the morning and other actives in the evening, or alternate days, to reduce the risk of irritation.

Because the serum is light, it should not feel heavy or interfere with your moisturizer. If you have dry skin, you can apply a slightly thicker moisturizer over it. If you have oily skin, a light moisturizer will suffice. The key is to let the serum absorb before moving to the next step.

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