Vitamin C + Ceramides

Can you use Vitamin C with Ceramides?

Yes

Yes. Vitamin C and Ceramides work well together.

Why

There is no known conflict. Ceramides can help with hydration and comfort around an acidic vitamin C serum.

How to use them together

  1. AM: vitamin C serum, then Ceramides, moisturizer, sunscreen.

Who should be careful

People with very sensitive skin, rosacea or eczema should patch test new products first.

About the ingredients

Vitamin C: An antioxidant (L-ascorbic acid and derivatives) used for brightening and protection against UV-related oxidative stress. Pure L-ascorbic acid serums are acidic and can sting.

Ceramides: Lipids that make up a large part of the skin barrier. Ceramide moisturizers help offset dryness from actives.

FAQ

Can I use Vitamin C and Ceramides together?

Yes. Vitamin C and Ceramides work well together.

Should I use Vitamin C or Ceramides in the morning or at night?

AM: vitamin C serum, then Ceramides, moisturizer, sunscreen.

Who should be careful combining Vitamin C and Ceramides?

People with very sensitive skin, rosacea or eczema should patch test new products first.

Do I need sunscreen with Vitamin C and Ceramides?

Yes. Daily broad-spectrum SPF 30+ is recommended with any active skincare routine.

Sources

Studies and reviews on these ingredients and, where available, on this specific combination.

  1. Pullar JM, Carr AC, Vissers MCM. The roles of vitamin C in skin health. Nutrients. 2017;9(8):866.
  2. Al-Niaimi F, Chiam NYZ. Topical vitamin C and the skin: mechanisms of action and clinical applications. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2017;10(7):14-17.
  3. Meckfessel MH, Brandt S. The structure, function, and importance of ceramides in skin and their use as therapeutic agents in skin-care products. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2014;71(1):177-184.

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