Keep your skin glowing in winter with Vitamin A and C to shield, brighten and renew your beauty look

When winter rolls in, our skin starts acting brand new, and not in a cute way. You have dry patches, zero glow, and a complexion that screams, “I need help!” Cold winds outside, blasting heaters inside, and shorter days are basically a triple threat to your radiance. Hydration helps, but the real transformation happens with what you feed your skin.

Have you tried Vitamin C and Vitamin A yet? These are the internet’s favourite glow-and-repair tag team. Together, they shield, brighten, renew, and smooth like absolute pros. Beauty expert and aromatherapy pioneer Dr Blossom Kochhar tells Moneycontrol, “In winter, skin loses its natural radiance. Using the right vitamins keeps it healthy, hydrated, and glowing.”

Skin health benefits of Vitamin C:

• Gives easy brightness and protection: Vitamin C is the antioxidant that guards your skin from harsh winter damage and free radicals.
• Gives you firmer, bouncier skin: It boosts collagen—hello, youthful glow.
• Gets rid of dark spots: It slows melanin production to fade pigmentation, acne marks, and dullness.

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How to use Vitamin C on skin:

Apply a Vitamin C serum or brightening gel every morning and never skip sunscreen. Want natural boosts? Think orange peel, amla, lemon, and rosehip. Says Dr Kochhar, “Vitamin C is your skin’s natural glow booster.”

Skin health benefits of Vitamin A:

When the sun goes down, this one clocks in.

• Repairs and renews: Retinol and retinoids speed up cell turnover, shedding those tired, dry winter cells.
• Gives skin a smoother texture: Supports collagen and softens fine lines.
• Evens skin tone: Helps fade pigmentation, sun spots, and old acne scars.

How to use it Vitamin A

Apply Vitamin A creams or serums at night — they supercharge your skin’s natural repair cycle. Eat your way to better skin too: carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, papaya—the whole glow grocery list.

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• Using them together: This is where your winter routine becomes iconic:
• Vitamin C in the AM: Protect, brighten, defend.
• Vitamin A in the PM: Repair, renew, refine.
• Stay hydrated: Pair Vitamin A with hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, or nourishing oils to avoid dryness.

Dr Kochhar’s pro tip: “Start slow with Vitamin A, especially if your skin is dry or sensitive.” Your glow should come without irritation.

FAQs on Easy Skincare Routine

1. What should be my morning skincare routine?

Start with a Vitamin C serum or brightening gel to protect and brighten your skin. Follow up with sunscreen to shield against UV damage.

2. How can I keep my skin hydrated during winter?

Use products with hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, or nourishing oils. Drink plenty of water and moisturize regularly to maintain hydration.

3. What are the benefits of using Vitamin A at night?

Vitamin A creams or serums promote cell turnover, smoothen texture, and even out skin tone. They enhance your skin's natural repair cycle.

4. Can I use both Vitamin C and Vitamin A?

Yes, use Vitamin C in the morning and Vitamin A at night. This combination brightens, protects, and repairs your skin, ensuring a radiant complexion.

5. How can I incorporate natural sources of Vitamin C into my skincare?

Natural sources like orange peel, amla, lemon, and rosehip can boost your skin's glow. Apply them directly or look for skincare products containing these ingredients.

Disclaimer: This article only provides generic information. Don’t treat it as a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist for specific diagnosis.