topic Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both? in Beauty

Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

seehorse — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 23:09:54 GMT

Can we cocktail these? Apply separately?

Do we need both? I like the benefits of each one.

I have the Mad Hippie Vit C Serum ready to buy in my iHerb cart (great sale on Mad Hippie + free shipping over $20). I will be getting this, but also reading about Rose Hip Seed Oil. Nice benefits also.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

JeanLouiseFinch — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 23:30:26 GMT

These two products serve different purposes. Personally, I would not cocktail them.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

magemay — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 23:40:15 GMT

I wouldn't be necessarily bad or hurt to use them, but because Mad Hippie C is water based so they wouldn't mix well.

You could apply the MHC first and allow ample time to dry/absorb then top with RHSO as your emollient. It may cause the products to ball up if you message or rub too much though.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

HappyDaze — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 00:32:59 GMT

I agree with JLF in that they really do serve two purposes and they both have properties that the other doesn't contain so it will not be redundant using both by any means.

I usually use vitamin C first then will apply my oils over that. On a rare occasion, when I am in a rush, I will mix my vitamin C with my oils.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

Harpa — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 00:40:09 GMT

Yes, I agree with the others! I apply separately. I want the full action, and only the action, of the vitamin C (L-ascorbic) first on my skin. Then I mix aloe and rose hip seed oil together to put on top as moisturizer.

I would consider mixing if my skin were too sensitive for L-ascorbic. From the ingredient deck of the Mad Hippie, I don't think this would pose a problem.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

suzyQ3 — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 02:25:41 GMT

On 2/14/2014 Harpa said:
Yes, I agree with the others! I apply separately. I want the full action, and only the action, of the vitamin C (L-ascorbic) first on my skin. Then I mix aloe and rose hip seed oil together to put on top as moisturizer.

I would consider mixing if my skin were too sensitive for L-ascorbic. From the ingredient deck of the Mad Hippie, I don't think this would pose a problem.

Agree with others: I apply my Vitamin C alone and let it absorb before applying anything else.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

MarenSeattle — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 04:58:24 GMT

What does RHSO DO? What does it give you that other serums don't? Thanks!

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

seehorse — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 13:40:09 GMT

Thanks all! You give great advice on these boards, so I can rely on your rec's.

My skin doesn't like moisturizer, but feel I need something lately. I was thinking about using a regular moisturizer, but feel the rose hip seed oil is the way to go, especially in summer. My skin would feel really uncomfortable with moisturizer.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

Harpa — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 15:18:29 GMT

On 2/14/2014 MarenSeattle said: What does RHSO DO? What does it give you that other serums don't? Thanks!

For me it's protective and delivers nutrients (vitamins A & C and essential fatty acids). Also a minimal natural sunscreen. It doesn't need any additives. My skin stays soft & supple all day/night long, no tight feeling, no dryness, even after acid & retinol treatment things.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

Danielle46 — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 15:27:18 GMT

I use Skinceuticals CE followed by Cerave moisturizer. Both work great and they were recommended by my Dermatologist. Sometimes less is more.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

Dublingrl — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 18:51:01 GMT

I don't know if it matters, but I use my Vitamin C serum in the morning it's the first thing I put on my face followed by CC cream or just a regular SPF. At night after cleansing, I pump a couple a drops of Rosehip Seed Oil with a carrier oil, either Sweet Almond Oil, or Avocado Oil, and gently massage into my face and hands. To your point, I don't know If I'm using it correctly, but it's just what I've always done. I'd also love some guidance if anyone could provide it. TIA

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

magemay — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 19:02:52 GMT

On 2/15/2014 Dublingrl said: I don't know if it matters, but I use my Vitamin C serum in the morning it's the first thing I put on my face followed by CC cream or just a regular SPF. At night after cleansing, I pump a couple a drops of Rosehip Seed Oil with a carrier oil, either Sweet Almond Oil, or Avocado Oil, and gently massage into my face and hands. To your point, I don't know If I'm using it correctly, but it's just what I've always done. I'd also love some guidance if anyone could provide it. TIA

Sounds like a nice, simple, yet effective regime. It makes sense to me to apply a Vit C serum first.

RHSO will provide you with additional Vit C along with Vit A and imo, makes for a really good nighttime treatment.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

seehorse — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 03:29:59 GMT

Yay!!! Finally bought the Mad Hippie Vit C and Rose Hip Seed Oil. Received them today! Also got the Thayers Witch Hazel with Aloe. On my way to a simple routine and nicer skin.

Thank you all for the great advice. It just took ages for me to get this together, but the iHerb sale on Mad Hippie gave me the kick in the pants I needed. I was able to get everything in one place.

You guys are the best!

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

JeanLouiseFinch — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 05:30:44 GMT

On 2/24/2014 seehorse said:
Yay!!! Finally bought the Mad Hippie Vit C and Rose Hip Seed Oil. Received them today! Also got the Thayers Witch Hazel with Aloe. On my way to a simple routine and nicer skin.

Thank you all for the great advice. It just took ages for me to get this together, but the iHerb sale on Mad Hippie gave me the kick in the pants I needed. I was able to get everything in one place.

You guys are the best!

Yay, and good luck with your new products! Just a little FYI...I don't know how many people here subscribe to it, but I've read that part of getting oils to work well is to massage them in rather than just swiping them on with a lick and a promise. I also like to mist my Thayers on and then apply the MH serum while my face is still damp. The damp face is supposed to take the serum deeper. It may be true and may not, but I figure it doesn't hurt.

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

MarenSeattle — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 08:52:08 GMT

On 2/15/2014 Harpa said:
On 2/14/2014 MarenSeattle said: What does RHSO DO? What does it give you that other serums don't? Thanks!

For me it's protective and delivers nutrients (vitamins A & C and essential fatty acids). Also a minimal natural sunscreen. It doesn't need any additives. My skin stays soft & supple all day/night long, no tight feeling, no dryness, even after acid & retinol treatment things.

Just now saw this, Harpa -- thanks! This description is perfect! Just what I wanted to know. I'm going to give it a try soon. Everybody loves it so much!

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

tototwo — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 17:31:30 GMT

Hmmm.... the vitamin C serum that I use lists rose hip oil in its ingredients. Is this a bad thing?

Re: Vit C Serum and Rosehip Seed Oil - Need Both?

Harpa — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 01:19:18 GMT

On 2/25/2014 tototwo said:
Hmmm.... the vitamin C serum that I use lists rose hip oil in its ingredients. Is this a bad thing?

Not at all bad! I see it (the RHSO) as somewhat "cushioning" the effect of the C (serum), however. It depends on the form of C. Is it L-ascorbic acid? You would be feeling the slight tingle/sensation of the acid.

(The mineral ascorbates act differently than plant vitamins, though I don't think I could explain the difference.)