Why Layering Vitamin C is Better Than a Strong Serum for Sensitive Skin

Vitamin C is one of the most beloved ingredients in skincare — known for brightening, strengthening, and defending the skin. But for those of us with sensitive skin, the story isn't always so simple.

High-concentration Vitamin C serums (think 15%, 20%, or more) can cause irritation, redness, and even more sensitivity over time.
At Flourish Beauty Lab, we believe there’s a better way: layering gentle forms of Vitamin C across your routine for steady, powerful results — without the sting.

The Problem with High-Concentration Serums

For many sensitive skin types, strong Vitamin C serums are just too much.
They can:

• Trigger redness, dryness, or stinging

• Disrupt the skin’s natural barrier

• Oxidize quickly and lose effectiveness

If you’ve ever tried a popular Vitamin C serum and felt like your skin rebelled, you’re not alone. Sensitive skin needs Vitamin C — but it needs it delivered differently.

Why Layering Vitamin C Works

Instead of relying on one strong, shock-to-the-system serum, layering uses smaller, gentler doses of Vitamin C across several steps in your routine.

This method allows the skin to:

• Absorb antioxidants steadily throughout the day

• Strengthen and brighten over time, not overnight

• Build resilience without risking barrier damage

Think of it like nurturing your skin instead of challenging it.
The result? A natural glow that lasts — without the irritation.

How the Flourish Vitamin C System Supports Your Skin

Our Gentle Radiance Vitamin C Trio was created with sensitive skin in mind.
We layer three different forms of Vitamin C to maximize results while minimizing stress on the skin:

• Illuminating Powder (ascorbic acid + fruit enzymes) — gently brightens while cleansing.

• Luminous Liquid (berry oils naturally rich in Vitamin C) — nourishes and supports radiance.

• Brightening Balm (stabilized oil-soluble Vitamin C) — protects, strengthens, and evens skin tone over time.

Each step delivers Vitamin C in a way your skin can recognize, accept, and thrive on — without overwhelming it.

How to Layer Vitamin C for Radiant, Calm Skin

Here’s the simple, sensitive-skin-friendly way to layer your Vitamin C:

1️⃣ Cleanse with Illuminating Powder to refresh and prep your skin.
2️⃣ Nourish with Luminous Liquid, gently massaging antioxidant-rich oils into the skin.
3️⃣ Protect with Brightening Balm to lock in nutrients and shield your complexion from environmental stress.

Three simple steps — designed to be powerful and gentle.

If you’ve struggled to find a Vitamin C routine that leaves you glowing instead of irritated, it might be time to try a gentler approach.
Layering Vitamin C lets your skin thrive naturally — strengthening over time without the burn.

🌿 Ready to experience the Flourish difference?
Explore the Gentle Radiance Vitamin C Trio here.