There’s a reason why celebrities always slap on a layer of Vitamin C before going in with sunscreen during the day. Ask Sonam Kapoor. During her pregnancy, Sonam applied a Vitamin C-infused serum on the skin before patting on some sunscreen. Many do this because of how well these products complement each other. Even Athiya Shetty massages her face with a Vitamin C-enriched oil before moving on to SPF.
But what’s the science behind pairing them together anyway? I’m breaking it down for you briefly.
What Does Vitamin C Do?
Vitamin C, amongst a pool of things, excels at protecting our skin from UV-induced damage. The antioxidant protects the skin from damage caused by free radicals. If not for the giving nature of Vitamin C, these radicals could cause our DNA to break down; which could lead to sagging, pigmentation, wrinkles, dullness, and more. So all-in-all, Vitamin C also boosts glow and reduces the visible signs of ageing.
You can begin with the St. Botanica Goji Berry Face Serum. Infused with Vitamin C, this one brightens the skin, fades lines and wrinkles, and evens out the skin tone effectively.
That’s Why Sunscreen + Vitamin C Makes Sense
The coming together of an antioxidant and a sun-protecting agent? It sounds like a match made in heaven. Vitamin C, in simpler words, fuels the effectiveness of your sunscreen. Studies suggest that the two neutralise free radical damage caused by UV exposure much more effectively than just sunscreen alone.
Yes, they’re good on their own but they’re better and stronger together.
The POPxo H2O Booster Sunscreen Gel SPF 30 PA+++ is perfect for the summers because of how light and weightless it feels on the face. It has a gel-like consistency that cools and soothes the skin on application. It even contains Hyaluronic Acid to deeply hydrate and moisturise the skin.
I know I’m not skipping Vit C now!
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