When it comes to skincare with active ingredients, there are so many versatile pairings that you can use to enhance the efficacy of your products. Pairing your products based on the skincare ingredients can also boost your results and have you feeling extra confident in your skin. So, which ingredients pair the best together?
Retinol & Hyaluronic Acid: The Perfect Duo for Healthy, Radiant Skin
Retinol, a powerful form of Vitamin A, is well-known for boosting cell turnover. Retinol serum benefits make it a popular choice for reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and even acne. However, retinol can sometimes lead to skin irritation, redness, and dryness. That’s where hyaluronic acid steps in.
The advantages of hyaluronic acid are its humectant properties. It attracts and locks in moisture, deeply hydrating the skin. This hydration helps soothe irritation and dryness caused by retinol, leaving your skin smooth and plump. When used together, retinol and hyaluronic acid improve skin texture without compromising moisture levels.
For best results, apply your retinol first, then follow with a hyaluronic acid-rich moisturiser or serum, like our Collagen Boosting Gel Hyaluronic Acid Serum, to keep your skin balanced and glowing.
Vitamin C & SPF: A Powerful Shield Against Aging and Sun Damage
Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that brightens the complexion and evens out skin tone. A good vitamin C serum, like our Super C + Bearberry Illuminating Face Serum, supports collagen production, making it a key anti-aging ingredient. Additionally, Vitamin C protects your skin from free radicals caused by pollution and UV exposure—common culprits of premature skin aging.
Pairing Vitamin C with SPF 50 sunscreen or a facial sunscreen offers enhanced protection. Our SPF 50 Mineral sunscreen is lovely as you can use it on both face & body. Sunscreen shields your skin from harmful UV rays, while Vitamin C helps repair sun damage and neutralise free radicals that slip through. Together, they boost your sunblock’s effectiveness and provide superior defense for healthier, younger-looking skin.
Niacinamide & Zinc: Oil Controlling and Anti-inflammatory Powerhouses
Niacinamide is a natural ally for calming inflammation and minimising pores. A good niacinamide serum, like our AHA & Willow Bark Clarifying Anti-Congestion Serum, or niacinamide moisturiser not only strengthens your skin’s barrier but also evens out your complexion, leaving you with a smooth, radiant glow.
Zinc plays its part by supporting skin healing, reducing inflammation, and balancing oil production. At Vanessa Megan, we include zinc naturally through pumpkin seed oil, blending nourishment with nature’s goodness. You will see it present in a few of our products, including the N.E.O.
Together, niacinamide and zinc offer antioxidant protection, regulate oil, and help create stronger, calmer skin—just what you need for a balanced, healthy complexion.