The general perception prevalent among individuals is that the more skincare products are used, the better the skin. But this is not a real case landscape. Some skincare activities do not go well with each other and can trigger the allergic reaction or make the skin sensitive. When it comes to using many skincare products, the component-lying interaction is quite normal and these combinations should be avoided at all costs.
Let us find out some combinations, which need to be avoided in combination in skincare routine, as Dr. Nopur Jain, Chief Advisor Dermatologist and Founder, is shared by Skinzest – Skinzest –
1. Retinol with vitamin C – Retinol, derivative of vitamin A, is a powerful anti-aging component that increases the synthesis of collagen and helps maintain the elasticity and perseverance of the skin. Conversely, vitamin C is an antioxidant vitamin with the illuminating characteristics of the skin. The working mechanism of both varies as vitamin C requires an acidic environment to display its properties, while retinol requires a slightly alkaline or neutral environment for its effective functioning. Due to this variation in pH levels, it is best to use vitamin C in the morning for skin repair and skin protection against retinol at night.
2. Retinol with exfoliants – Alpha hydroxy acid contains glycolic acid and lactic acid and beta hydroxy acid salicylic acid. These exfoliating agents help remove dead skin cells, while retinol serves as agents promoting cellular turnover. But if these two are combined, the skin becomes dry and irritates, causing peeling and sensitization of the skin. AHA or Bha should be used with sunscreen for additional protection during day -time, as well as with retinol serum or both in alternative nights.
3. Retinol with benzoyal peroxide -Benzoyal peroxide is a strong agent to fight acne due to its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, while retinol is known for its collagen-promoting properties. Both these activities, when used in combination, are very rigid for the skin and can cause skin peeling or irritation. It is better to use alternative nights in the day or benzoyal peroxide and at night at retinol.
4. Hyaluronic acid with ahas or bhas – Hyaluronic acid is used in skincare regime to keep the skin moisturized by locking in moisture and AHA and Bha, which are exfolnts in nature. If hyaluronic acid is applied before using exfoliants, they can deepen exfoliates in the skin, causing skin irritation. Ideally. AHA or Bha should be implemented first and then hyaluronic acid should be used after waiting for 10–15 minutes.
