At BeachGlo Aesthetics, our team is committed to helping you find the best skincare products for your skin’s specific needs. We are also dedicated to providing the knowledge and resources to help you improve the health of your skin. This also means telling you what skincare combinations to avoid in your routine.
To Pair or Not to Pair?
We offer a number of skincare products in Nags Head, but here are the most common products our patients use at our skin clinic and facial spa, what you should pair them with, and what you should avoid pairing them with:
| Products | ❌ Do Not Mix | ✅ Do Mix |
| Retinoids | Benzoyl Peroxide, AHAs, BHAs | Niacinamide, Ceramides, SPF, Hyaluronic Acid |
| Vitamin C | AHAs, BHAs, High pH Cleansers, Other products containing Vitamin C | Vitamin E |
| AHAs, BHAs | Retinoids, Vitamin C, Niacinamide | Moisturizers, Ceramides |
| Benzoyl Peroxide | Retinoids, Vitamin C | Moisturizers |
| Niacinamide | AHAs, BHAs, Vitamin C | Retinoids, Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramides |
| SPF | Apply at the beginning of your morning routine | Apply at the end of your morning routine |
The Best Skincare Combos
Niacinamide + Retinoids
Because retinoids are known to be an irritating skincare product, we like to pair them with niacinamide to reduce the irritation to your skin. That way, you can enjoy the benefits of cellular turnover that retinoids bring without the uncomfortable side effects.
Vitamin C + Vitamin E
Both vitamin C and E work to reverse the sun’s effects on your skin and reduce the signs of aging. Pairing these together doubles their effects and delivers even better results.
Hyaluronic Acid + Retinoids
Just like niacinamide, hyaluronic acid is a great product that can help reduce the irritation of retinoids since it hydrates and soothes the skin.
Vitamin E + Sunscreen
When you apply vitamin E before your sunscreen (not mixing them together), the vitamin E helps increase the lifespan of your sunscreen, extending your protection from the sun.
Feel Confident in Your Skincare
Use our virtual consultation tool or schedule an in-person consultation with one of our expert providers to find the right skincare combo for your skin!
