In the skin-care realm, instant gratification is often regarded with suspicion, and rightly so: A formula that promises immediate results can feel disingenuous. Many active ingredients, such as vitamin C, only deliver visible benefits after weeks or months of consistent use. One notable exception is hyaluronic acid (frequently abbreviated as
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Vitamin C Or Hyaluronic Acid? Derms Explain
Short answer? Apply your vitamin C first, then pat on your HA. Vitamin C (especially L-ascorbic acid) is notoriously unstable—it loses potency when it’s exposed to air, light, and water—which is why you want to apply it on clean, dry skin right after washing. You’ll also want to let it