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In skincare, certain ingredients can interact in ways that diminish their effectiveness or cause irritation when used together. Here are a few combinations our formulator warns to be cautious about in your routine.

1. Vitamin C and Retinol:
Both active ingredients are safe to combine, with a low likelihood of causing irritation and no serious side effects. Niacinamide and Vitamin C, when used together, work synergistically to combat pigmentation and diminish blemishes. Niacinamide specifically inhibits the enzyme tyrosinase, which is crucial in the production of the pigment melanin.

2. Benzoyl Peroxide and Retinoids:
Benzoyl peroxide is often used to treat acne, while retinoids (like Retin-A) are used for anti-aging and acne treatment. Using them together can deactivate each other and cause irritation. It's best to use them on alternating nights.

3. AHAs/BHAs (e.g., Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid) and Retinoids:
AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids) and BHAs (beta hydroxy acids) are exfoliating agents that can enhance skin cell turnover. When used with retinoids, they can increase sensitivity and irritation. It's advisable to introduce them into your skincare routine gradually and not use them on the same day. We also don't recommend using BHA serums daily as this can dry out your skin and actually promote more sebum production for oily skin.

4. Niacinamide and Vitamin C:
While both are beneficial for the skin, they can cancel each other out when used together. When niacinamide and vitamin C are combined, they can create a chemical called Niacin that can irritate and cause a reaction to the skin.

5. Niacinamide and AHAs/BHAs:
Similar to retinol, when niacinamide and AHA/BHA are combined, they create a chemical reaction called Niacin that can irritate and cause irritation, redness, and flushing.

6. Water/hydrosol and Hyaluronic acid:
As hyaluronic acid holds x1000 its water weight, you must always prep your skin with a hydrosol mist or damp skin before using hyaluronic acid. Not only does it allow the product to work at its best for hydration and plumping, but without a damp canvas, hyaluronic acid actually draws in your skin's own moisture, actually drying out your skin as a result.

7. Niacinamide and Hyaluronic acid:
These two beauties are like peas in a pod, a super hydrating combo that works in synchronisation to complement each other's benefits of hydration, improving skin texture, and addressing hyperpigmentation and aging.

8. Oils and Silicone-Based Products:
Silicone-based products (like primers or certain moisturisers) can create a barrier on the skin that may prevent oils from being absorbed effectively. It's generally recommended to use oils either before or after silicone-based products, but not layered directly on top of each other.

9. Layering technique:
Always remember to layer your skincare from lightest to thickest, e.g., water-based products before oil-based, and don't over layer products, as they aren't being absorbed.

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