Which Moisturizers and Sunscreens Work Best With Your Vitamin C Serum
If you're using a potent Vitamin C serum, like the celebrated Ultra C Firming Serum or the advanced Ultra C+ Rejuvenating C Chebula Serum, you're already doing fantastic work to promote brighter, firmer, and more resilient skin. But to truly maximize its benefits, the products you layer on top are just as crucial.
Vitamin C is an antioxidant powerhouse that protects your skin from environmental damage and boosts collagen production. Its power is multiplied when sealed in with a nourishing moisturizer and, critically, a high-protection, broad-spectrum sunscreen.
Here is the expert guide on which moisturizers and sunscreens work best with your Vitamin C serum, featuring the science-backed solutions from Ultraceuticals.
Step 1: The Perfect Moisturizer to Lock in Your Glow
The best moisturizer to use with your Vitamin C serum will provide hydration without heaviness, helping to support your skin's natural moisture barrier and ensure your serum's active ingredients perform optimally.
For a Brightening Daytime Finish
A customer favorite that specifically "pairs well with Ultra C for a daytime glow" is the Ultra Brightening Moisturiser Cream. This product complements the Vitamin C serum by supporting a more even skin tone and locking in the firming, revitalizing benefits.
For a Powerful Hydration Boost
Before your moisturizer, consider adding a layer of the Ultra B² Hydrating Serum. Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), this serum is designed to:
Immediately boost moisture and plump the skin.
Support the skin barrier, which can feel stressed when introducing active ingredients like Vitamin C.
It's a perfect non-greasy cushion between your active serum and your final SPF layer.
For Lightweight Comfort
If your skin is combination or oily, you may prefer a lighter layer of hydration. The Ultra Hydrating Lotion offers essential moisture and restores suppleness without leaving a heavy or greasy feel, making it an ideal choice before your sunscreen.
Step 2: The Non-Negotiable Sunscreen Shield
You must follow your Vitamin C serum with a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen every single morning. This is non-negotiable because sun exposure undoes the anti-aging and brightening work of your serum. However, the synergy between the two is key: Vitamin C provides antioxidant backup, neutralizing the free radical damage that UV rays generate, even those that sneak past your sunscreen.
The Ultra UV Protective Daily Moisturiser range is specifically formulated to be the essential last step in your routine, combining high UVA/UVB protection with skin-boosting ingredients.
The Golden Rule of Layering for Optimal Performance
The order of your morning routine is crucial for efficiency. You want your active treatment (Vitamin C) to be closest to clean skin for absorption, and your protection (SPF) to be the final barrier.
Here is your essential morning layering order:
Cleanse: Start with a clean face (e.g., Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser).
Vitamin C Serum: Gently massage your Ultra C Firming Serum onto your face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Give it a minute to fully absorb.
Hydrating Serum (Optional): Apply a hydrating serum like Ultra B² Hydrating Serum to quench and plump the skin.
Moisturizer (Optional but recommended): Apply a nourishing cream, such as Ultra Brightening Moisturiser Cream, to lock in hydration.
SPF: Apply a generous amount of your chosen Ultra UV Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF 50+, a teaspoon amount to cover the face, neck, and ears, at least 20 minutes before sun exposure. Always reapply every two hours.
By following this expert routine, you ensure that your Vitamin C serum is performing at its peak, supported by the right hydration and protected by a robust sunscreen. This powerful combination is the ultimate strategy for your healthiest, most radiant skin. Schedule an appointment today to learn more!