The best vitamin serums for winter skin

In the same way that cold weather can cause a number of physical ailments, so too can it wreak havoc on our skin, making it feel tight, dry, and sometimes even cracked and flaky. 

If you're struggling to maintain the condition of your skin this season, these vitamin serums might be just what the doctor ordered.

Vitamin B3 (also known as niacinamide)

If your skin is red and blotchy, overly oily, or prone to eczema, then vitamin B3 is for you. It helps calm the skin with its anti-inflammatory properties while boosting the skin's lipid barrier to help retain more moisture, making it the perfect addition to your winter skincare routine.

Give Pond's Radiance Serum Face Mask, Catrice Pore Minimizing Serum, or La Roche-Posay Effaclar Ultra Concentrated Serum a try.

Vitamin C (also known as ascorbic acid)

Vitamin C is renowned for its skin-brightening properties. But besides giving you added glow, vitamin C helps fight off free radicals that cause early signs of aging like sun spots, fine lines, and wrinkles.

Try Clicks MyEarth Hibiscus & Vitamin C Brightening Boost Serum, Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Vitamin C Ceramide Capsules Radiance Renewal Serum, or African Extracts Hydrofirm-C+ Anti-Wrinkle Serum for Face and Eyes.

Vitamin E (also known as Tocopherol)

This vitamin is found in both face and body care products because of its soothing and healing properties. Vitamin E works wonders for those with drier skin types and can help seal moisture into dry and tight skin.

Try The Body Shop Vitamin E Overnight Serum-In-Oil, Avène A-Oxitive Antioxidant Defense Serum, or Iwori Baobab Face Serum.

Hyaluronic acid

While hyaluronic acid is not a vitamin, it deserves an honourable mention as its hydration-locking benefits are worth incorporating into your skincare routine, especially during the cold winter months. When used topically, hyaluronic acid (HA) helps skin look softer and smoother with a more plump and youthful appearance.

Try out Skin Republic Hyaluronic Acid Serum 1% Serum, Vichy Mineral 89 Fortifying and Plumping Daily Booster, or Eucerin Hyaluron Filler Moisture Booster.

Quick vitamin fix

If you're low on time, the quickest way to give your skin the nutrients it needs is by popping on a serum-drenched sheet mask. Ingredients in these skin saviours are ultra-concentrated and can get to work quickly with minimal fuss. 

Try Himalaya Natural Glow Saffron & Vitamin C Sheet Mask, Nivea Rose Care Hydrating Sheet Mask, or Garnier Skin Active Moisture Bomb Tissue Mask Super Hydrating + Soothing.