Skincare Combinations That You Should Avoid

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Retinol With Acids

Mixing retinol with AHAs or BHAs like glycolic acid, lactic acid, or salicylic acid can lead to dryness, irritation, and a damaged skin barrier.

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Retinol With Benzoyl Peroxide

Using retinol and benzoyl peroxide can aggravate your skin and cause dryness, redness and peeling. 

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Retinol With Vitamin C

Both can cause skin irritation, so combining them may irritate sensitive skin. Use vitamin C in the morning and retinol in the evening.

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Vitamin C With Niacinamide

Mixing these two can cause acne, as they may cancel each other's benefits. Use vitamin C in the morning and niacinamide in the evening.

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Vitamin C With AHAs/BHAs

Vitamin C is already an acid (ascorbic acid), so combining it with other acids can destabilize it, reducing its potency.

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Vitamin C With High pH Soaps

High pH cleansers can disrupt the pH balance needed for vitamin C to work effectively, reducing its absorption into the skin.

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