Vitamin E and citric acid
Work well together
Use them in the same routine by applying vitamin E after citric acid, because antioxidants help protect skin right after exfoliation. Citric acid gently exfoliates while vitamin E provides extra protection against daily skin stress. If your skin feels sensitive, you can apply them at different times of day or leave more time between steps.
Vitamin E products
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Rhode
Glazing Milk
$67.99
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Olay
Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream
$23.54
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The Ordinary
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%
$12.20
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Olay
Super Serum
$29.94
- Palmer's Cocoa Butter
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Caudalie
Vinoperfect Radiance Serum
$82.00
- Aquaphor Lip Repair
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Clinique
Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm
$58.00
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EltaMD
UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
$46.00
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Cetaphil
Moisturizing Lotion
$10.49
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Bio-Oil
Skincare Oil
$15.15
- NIVEA MEN Sensitive Post Shave Balm
Citric acid products
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The Ordinary
Salicylic Acid 2% Solution
$6.70
- Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Liquid Soap (Baby Unscented)
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Thayers
Hydrating Milky Toner
$13.25
- Seven Minerals Organic Aloe Vera Gel
- SkinCeuticals Blemish + Age Defense
- Naturie Hatomugi Skin Conditioner
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E45
Cream
$9.99
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NATURIUM
BHA Liquid Exfoliant 2%
$18.99
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Kiehl's
Calendula Deep Cleansing Foaming Face Wash
$39.00
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Neutrogena
Hydro Boost Micellar Water
$11.91
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Garnier SkinActive
Blackhead Eliminating Scrub
$8.69
- Heritage Store Rosewater Toner
Questions and answers
Can you use vitamin E and citric acid together?
Yes, you can use vitamin E and citric acid together because antioxidants help protect the skin from oxidative stress after exfoliation, and you can find both in Dr. Sam's Flawless Cleanser.
Which goes first, vitamin E or citric acid?
Vitamin E and citric acid work well together by helping protect the skin from oxidative stress after exfoliation, and you can find both ingredients in Dr. Sam's Flawless Cleanser. Combine them during a recovery or neutralizing step rather than in a low-pH phase.
Are vitamin E and citric acid good for sensitive skin?
Vitamin E and citric acid work well together for all skin types, including sensitive skin, because antioxidants help protect the skin from oxidative stress after exfoliation. You can find them together in Dr. Sam's Flawless Cleanser.
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