How to use them
Use them in the same routine in the morning. Apply Vitamin C first, then Vitamin E, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Vitamin C10% – 20%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Vitamin E0.5% – 1%
- 4Moisturiserthen SPF 50 in the morning
What Vitamin C does
A powerful antioxidant that brightens dull skin, fades dark spots and boosts your sunscreen's protection against free radicals. Pure L-ascorbic acid works best at a low pH and oxidises (turns orange) quickly.
- Typical strength
- 10% – 20%
- When
- AM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Normal, Oily, Combination And Dry 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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Trying to choose one? Read Vitamin C vs Vitamin E: which is better for your skin.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Vitamin C and Vitamin E together?
Yes, and they work even better together. This is one of the best-documented skincare pairings. Vitamin E regenerates vitamin C after it neutralises free radicals, so together they give roughly double the antioxidant protection of either alone.
Which goes first, Vitamin C or Vitamin E?
Apply Vitamin C first, then Vitamin E. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Vitamin C in the morning or at night?
Vitamin C: best in the morning. Apply in the morning on clean skin before moisturiser and sunscreen. Store it away from light and heat, and throw it out once it turns dark orange.
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.