Vitamin C

A vitamin C serum is a concentrated antioxidant treatment applied before moisturiser. It helps brighten dull skin, fade dark marks and protect against daily damage from sun and pollution. Most people use it in the morning, under sunscreen, for visibly more even and radiant skin over time.

Vitamin C brightens uneven tone, helps fade post-breakout marks and pigmentation, and supports collagen for firmer skin. As an antioxidant it also defends against environmental damage, which makes it one of the most useful daily actives for South African sun exposure.

Morning is ideal. Apply it to clean skin before your moisturiser and sunscreen, so it can protect against daily sun and pollution exposure. It can be used at night too, but it pairs best with SPF in your morning routine.

Yes. Modern formulas layer well together. Use vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night to keep both effective and reduce irritation. Niacinamide can be used alongside vitamin C at any time of day.