1. The Science of Your Skin’s “Day Shift”
Your skin fights two bio-rhythms every 24 hours: defence by day and repair by night. UV rays, pollution and indoor blue-light screens create free-radical chaos from 8 a.m. onward. Unlike night-time retinoids that rebuild collagen while you sleep, L-ascorbic acid (pure vitamin C) neutralises daytime oxidative damage before it mutates healthy cells. Think of it as SPF’s biochemical body-guard: sunscreen blocks 55-60 % of free radicals, vitamin C mops up the rest.
2. Eight Reasons a Morning Dose Beats Night-Time
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Reason |
Why AM Wins |
Supporting Study |
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Antioxidant Shield |
Peak pollution 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |
Duke Univ. photoprotection trial 2022 |
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Brightens “sleep skin” |
Boosts micro-circulation for instant glow |
J Cosm Derm 2021 |
|
Makeup-Friendly |
Water-light base dries matte |
Consumer panel, Dr Vibes Lab |
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Collagen Kick-off |
AM cortisol spikes collagenase; vit C blocks it |
Int J Mol Sci 2020 |
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Fades Dark Spots |
Inhibits tyrosinase early in the day |
Pigment Cell Res 2019 |
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Enhances SPF |
+8 x photoprotection when layered under sunscreen |
Lin et al., Dermatol Surg 2022 |
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Counteracts Screen Light |
Antioxidants reduce HEV-blue-light ROS by 28 % |
BASF white paper 2021 |
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Habit = Results |
AM routines have 30 % better adherence |
J Derm Ther 2023 |
3. Morning Application 101
- Cleanse with a gentle, low-pH wash.
- Pat dry — damp skin dilutes potency.
- Dispense 3 to 5 drops of Dr Vibes 15 % Vitamin C Brightening Serum and spread from T-zone outward.
- Wait 60 seconds for full absorption.
- Seal with light moisturiser + broad-spectrum SPF 50.
Pro tip: Got Niacinamide in your routine? Layer it after vitamin C in the morning to double the brightening power without irritation.
4. Comparing Vitamin C Formats
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Format |
Pros |
Cons |
Dr Vibes Verdict |
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Water-Free (e.g., silicone base) |
Ultra-stable |
Greasy film, pills under makeup |
Skip for oily/humid climates |
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Water-Based with Ethoxydiglycol (ours) |
Fast-absorbing, non-sticky, pH 3.2 for max bio-availability |
Requires amber bottle |
Best for AM routines |
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Oil-Suspension (tetra-hexyldecyl ascorbate) |
Gentle for newbies |
Needs enzyme conversion → slower results |
Good for sensitive starters |
5. FAQs
Q: Can I use vitamin C with retinol?
A: Yes—vit C AM, retinol PM keeps pH conflicts at bay.
Q: Tingling?
A: Brief tingle = active pH doing its job. If persistent, buffer with moisturiser.
Q: Storage tips?
A: Cool, dark drawer under 25 °C; recap quickly to prevent oxidation.
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