Skincare Ingredients That Can’t Be Mixed

As Seen in BURO.

Expert Skin Care Advice from Dr Barbara Kubicka

Luxury digital content website BURO 24/7 looks at how combining the wrong ingredients in your skincare regime can cause problems.

They called on Clinicbe founder and skin expert, Dr Barbara Kubicka for her insight and advice on the issue.

She explained:

“Too many active ingredients in one product or combined in different washes, serums or creams can cause adverse effects to the skin.”

So while the market has a plethora of products with exciting new benefits, it is important to choose carefully and appropriately.

Skincare Ingredients – Key Considerations

1. Oil vs water

Oil based products leave a coating on the skin to trap moisture, but this could also keep water-based products out. Therefore leave oil-based products til last (i.e. serums or moisturisers), so that water-based formulations can work more effectively.

2. Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a popular ingredient for brightening the complexion. However, Dr Kubicka warns:

“Vitamin C should be used on its own as it oxidises very easily and can be deactivated when used with other active ingredients.”

Particularly void using in combination with hydroxy acids (AHA/BHA) such as salicylic or lactic acid, as this could cause irritation, as well as rendering it ineffective.

Dr Kubicka’s recommendation is to apply vitamin C products:

“in the morning in the form of a serum and then followed by a light moisturiser and SPF.”

3. Retinol with AHAs/BHAs

Dr Kubicka advises:

“The main ingredients to avoid mixing are salicylic acid and retinol – as well as high percentage glycolic acids – as they individually are quite active and, when combined, will cause irritation and compromise the skin’s barrier.”

Read this feature in full at https://www.buro247.com/beauty/skincare/skincare-ingredients-you-should-never-mix.

Conclusion

Advanced skincare with active ingredients can be a very powerful way of stimulating the skin. However, it is important to plan carefully how ingredients are combined.

It is not out of the question to use several active ingredients together, but the order and method of application is important to get the maximum benefit while minimising the risk of irritation.

Equally, products vary in strength. Even used in isolation, it is often recommended to start with a lower concentration formulation while the skin adapts.

The best recommendation is to get expert advice based on your own needs, considering each product as part of an overall regime for maximum benefit. Many of these powerful skincare products require a prescription anyway. Working with a knowledgeable prescriber is the best way to ensure you get the right solution for your skin.

Cosmeceutical Skincare During Lockdown

For clients seeking advanced and prescription skincare solutions during lockdown, Clinicbe in London are available by phone and email, enabling clients to access a range of premium skincare products with expert advice on how best to use them.

In addition, Clinicbe offers a select range of skincare products in the online shop, which are available without prescription.

Skin Treatments, London

Dr Barbara Kubicka works at her own exclusive Clinicbe based in Knightsbridge. Established in 2012, the clinic offers a comprehensive range of anti-ageing and medical skin treatments for men and women who live and work in West London, including Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Sloane Square, Chelsea and Mayfair and even attracts patients from overseas.

To learn more, please contact us to arrange a  private consultation to discuss your requirements in confidence and without obligation. It’s an excellent opportunity to benefit from expert advice on skincare, whatever your area of concern.

For more information or to book a private consultation with Dr Barbara Kubicka please contact us on 0207 125 0521 or email info@clinicbe.com.

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Skincare Ingredients That Can't Be Mixed

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Too many active ingredients in different washes, serums or creams can cause adverse effects to the skin. Expert advice on combining vitamin C, AHA/BHA, retinol.

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Clinicbe®