Dry, Red Skin? How to Fix the Problem You Don't Even Realize You Have

When your moisture barrier is compromised, it leaves the skin even more vulnerable to environmental aggressors, which is why it is important to use products that offer antioxidant protection such as a Vitamin C serum. Having learned the hard way that pure Vitamin C can be irritating to even to the most tolerant of skin types, I reintroduced The Ordinary Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate Solution 20% in Vitamin F ($18) into my routine. This serum uses a less potent, non-irritating Vitamin C derivative in a hydrating base of squalane, coconut esters, and jojoba oil. It has a dry-oil texture, absorbs super quickly, and leaves your skin with a radiant glow.