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Skin concerns are at an alarming pace than ever before. Whether it is due to junk food, pollution or changing lifestyle, they cause a lot of stress that may further add to the issues. Luckily, there are many skincare ingredients that can address these skin issues and help in achieving healthy glow.
In this article we will learn about two such ingredients, Bakuchiol and Vitamin C and their benefits for skin issues. By the end of the article, you will know how to use them and whether you can use Bakuchiol and Vitamin C together.
Bakuchiol
Bakuchiol is a Retinol alternative that is very effective in treating skin issues (1). Bakuchiol is extracted from an Asian native herb, Psoralea Corylifolia. It is found in the seeds and leaves of this herb.
It is nothing less than nature’s miracle, providing anti-aging benefits to the skin and keeping it wrinkle free (2). It enhances collagen production thereby increasing the elasticity of the skin and keeping it firm and plump.
Also, being gentle on the skin, bakuchiol is often used as an effective cosmetic agent for sensitive skin.
Another added advantage of Bakuchiol is that it reduces hyperpigmentation and fights against acne. The overall appearance of the skin brightens, and with regular application, it starts radiating.
Vitamin C
As most people are aware, Vitamin C imparts radiance and resilience to skin (3). It has remarkable benefits to heal aging skin and fulfilling skincare goals.
Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant and protects the skin from harmful free radicals. These free radicals come in direct contact with the skin when it is exposed to the sun and cause early aging.
Another beneficial advantage of Vitamin C is that it synthesizes collagen that keeps skin firm and plump (4). It also evens out skin tone and makes it radiate. Additionally, Vitamin C is known widely for its property of healing injuries (5). It repairs the skin cells and protects them from the injuries. Vitamin C also reduces hyperpigmentation by preventing melanin formation.
Can Bakuchiol and Vitamin C Be Used Together?
Both Bakuchiol and Vitamin C are potent skin care ingredients that have many beneficial properties for the skin. These can be widely found in various cosmetic products due to their inherent properties of increasing skin radiance.
Bakuchiol and Vitamin C can be mixed together to reap the benefits of both ingredients and prevent the stress of applying them at different times.
However, it is important to mix them in the right proportion to have the best out of them. The quality that is most beneficial is that as they join together, apart from maintaining their individual strength, they also magnify each other’s strength.
A common cosmetic product to find them together is night cream. Applying such night cream rejuvenates the skin over the night and you wake up with a glowing complexion in the morning.
Remember, it is important to use a good sunscreen while applying a combination of Bakuchiol and Vitamin C. Ideally it should be used twice daily – once in the morning and once before going to bed for maximum advantage.
How to use Bakuchiol and Vitamin C together?
Using Bakuchiol and Vitamin C together consistently helps the skin to refresh and radiate. Prior to using this combination, you may clean the skin with a gentle cleanser and later apply Bakuchiol and Vitamin C. You may use your usual cosmetic products over them.
The underlying layer of Bakuchiol and Vitamin C will work the entire day on the skin cells to fight off environmental stress. You may use this combination again before going to bed. Ensure that the face is cleansed before the application. Using it at night time rejuvenates the skin while you sleep peacefully.
When you want to layer the two ingredients, it is advisable to use Vitamin C first after cleansing. This helps it to penetrate and absorb easily into the skin. Once it is soaked up, you can use Bakuchiol as a mositurising layer. Such layering allows each ingredient to function to its maximum capacity.
Conclusion
Bakuchiol and Vitamin C can be used simultaneously by people of all skin types. Both the ingredients are gentle on the skin and work efficiently over time.
Bakuchiol is plant based and hence there is no harsh effect on the skin. Likewise, Vitamin C evens the skin tone, dimishes dark spots, and reduces signs of aging. Also, it soothes the irritation that sometimes might result due to Vitamin C in sensitive-skinned people.
Including them in the daily routine provides ultimate skincare goodness by stimulating collagen production, preventing free radicals, and slowing down the aging process. Though these ingredients are effective for most skin types, if you are suffering from specific skin concerns, it is important that you consult a skin expert.
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