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Can you use Copper Peptides with Vitamin E?

Safe to mix

Yes, it is safe.

There is no known chemical conflict between Copper Peptides and Vitamin E, and neither makes the other less effective. They share a goal (barrier), so together they reinforce each other.

How to use them

Use them in the same routine at night. Apply Copper Peptides first, then Vitamin E, moving from thinnest to thickest texture.

  1. 1
    CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
  2. 2
    Copper Peptides0.1% – 1%, wait about 1 minute
  3. 3
    Vitamin E0.5% – 1%
  4. 4
    Moisturiserseal everything in

What Copper Peptides does

A peptide bound to copper that supports wound-healing, firmness and barrier repair. Copper is reactive, so it does not play well with strong acids or pure vitamin C.

Typical strength
0.1% – 1%
When
PM
Irritation
Best for
Normal, Dry And Combination skin

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What Vitamin E does

An oil-soluble antioxidant that protects skin lipids from damage and noticeably stabilises vitamin C. It is heavy in pure form, so it is better inside formulas than straight from a capsule.

Typical strength
0.5% – 1%
When
AM/PM
Irritation
Best for
Dry, Normal And Sensitive skin

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use Copper Peptides and Vitamin E together?

Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Copper Peptides and Vitamin E, and neither makes the other less effective. They share a goal (barrier), so together they reinforce each other.

Which goes first, Copper Peptides or Vitamin E?

Apply Copper Peptides first, then Vitamin E. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.

Should I use Copper Peptides in the morning or at night?

Copper Peptides: best at night. Use at night on nights without acids or vitamin C. A thin layer is enough.

Should I use Vitamin E in the morning or at night?

Vitamin E: works morning or night. Look for it combined with vitamin C and ferulic acid. Very oily or acne-prone skin should avoid pure vitamin E oil.

Is Copper Peptides with Vitamin E safe during pregnancy?

Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Copper Peptides. Check with your doctor.

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