Vitamin C is a power-packed vitamin that, among other things, helps you achieve the bright, glowing skin of your dreams. AHAs and BHAs are chemical exfoliants that get rid of dead skin cells and give you that baby-smooth feel. To avoid reactions, use only one of these products at a time. For example, apply Novage Proceuticals 6% AHA Peel Solution in the evening right after cleansing and toning. If you still want to include both in your daily routine, use these powerhouse ingredients at different times of day: Vitamin C in the AM (memory tip: like in your morning orange juice) and AHAs and BHAs in the PM. For a radiant Vitamin C boost, try fast-absorbing Optimals Even Out Serum.

If you’re using SPF every day, we salute you! You’re doing it right. But if you’re blending SPF into your makeup or moisturiser, you may not be getting what you paid for. Even if blending these products probably won’t cause reactions, it can reduce the efficacy of your sunscreen by diluting it, leaving your skin exposed to the sun. So, layering is absolutely key here! To stay sun-safe, apply sunscreen before your other products and let it be absorbed before applying the rest. Even better, use Novage+ Proceuticals UV-Age Day Shield + SPF 50 for high-performing protection. However, if sun exposure is limited, you can use a moisturiser, foundation or tinted moisturiser with built-in SPF!

These two acids are both amazing at tackling blemishes, but used together, not so much! Acid on acid can cause your skin to feel like you’ve spent a week in the sun without sunscreen – painful, red and sore, with skin reactions galore. Don’t go there! In general, acne treatments or exfoliants that aren’t designed to work together should not be used together, as they can often become too drying, irritating and strip your skin. Instead, use these products on different days. Let the acid work its magic while you’re getting some beauty sleep using Optimals Even Out Night Cream.

Not too complicated right? Just steer clear of these combinations and make sure to read the instructions carefully so you can achieve the results you were actually after – smooth, even and glowing skin.