Can I use Ascorbic Acid with Protease?
Works well together
Ascorbic Acid and Protease 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
ProteaseExfoliant
- ✓Gently dissolves dead keratin proteins for smoother skin
- ✓Works at skin's natural pH; less irritating than acid exfoliants
- ⚠Possible enzyme sensitisation with repeated exposure
- ⚠Avoid on broken or compromised skin
