Its no wonderthese serumsare a staple in many morning skin care routines.

It begs the question: Could there be link between vitamin C and breakouts?

Heres what board-certified dermatologistNava Greenfield, M.D., wants you to know.

Hannah Frye

Can vitamin C serums cause breakouts?

I think it is possible, Greenfield says.

or directlyclog your pores.

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Look for products formulated for sensitive skin types, Greenfield says.

Instead, consider switching brands.

Whats more, ingesting vitamin C via supplements may even provide thesame skin care benefits without the fuss.