Can I use Ascorbic Acid with Genistein?
Works well together
Ascorbic Acid and Genistein 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
GenisteinActive
- ✓Phytoestrogen that binds skin estrogen receptors and stimulates collagen synthesis
- ✓Inhibits tyrosinase — mild brightening and dark-spot prevention
- ✓Antioxidant activity against UV-induced free radicals
- ⚠Phytoestrogenic in vitro; at cosmetic concentrations, systemic hormonal effects are not expected
- ⚠Those with soy sensitivity should patch-test
