Can I use Ascorbic Acid with Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Extract?
Works well together
Ascorbic Acid and Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Extract are generally compatible and can be layered in the same routine. As always, introduce one new active at a time and watch how your skin responds.
Ascorbic AcidActive
- ✓Brightens
- ✓Boosts collagen
- ✓Antioxidant protection
- ⚠Unstable formula
- ⚠Can sting
- ⚠Sun sensitivity if unprotected
Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) ExtractAntioxidant
- ✓Antioxidant-rich — contains naringenin, hesperidin
- ✓Mild brightening
- ✓Refreshing
- ⚠Grapefruit peel/extract can be mildly phototoxic; standardized extracts are generally safe
