The SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic is the best Vitamin C for hyperpigmentation. That’s it! End of post.
Except, it cost $166, so we have to find alternatives aka dupes.
In this post, we’ll be looking at the best Vitamin C serum for hyperpigmentation.
We’ll cover
- Why is SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic the best?
- SkinCeuticals dupes
- Real-life reviews and some before and after photos of all the Vitamins C serums mentioned in this video
- Things to know about using Vitamin C serum, to avoid wasting your time and money
- What to combine with Vitamin C for best results
- When to expect results
- Why is SkinCeuticals the best?
Because Vitamin C is a pretty unstable ingredient. It reacts negatively when exposed to oxygen, rendering it ineffective. I’ve read that most Vitamin C beauty products on the market do not have any antioxidant activity (anti-aging benefits) because the Vitamin C they put in the formula has oxidized. I’ve also heard dermatologists say this as well. That said, after years of research and development, SkinCeuticals found a way to stabilize Vitamin C. When they did, they filed a patent application on the formulation and got it approved-meaning no other brands can use their method or formulation. Otherwise, lawsuits. This also gives Skinceuticals a competitive advantage and allows them the liberty of charging such a high rate for their Vitamin C serum.
- SkinCeuticals dupes
These vitamin c dupes may not be as well researched as Skinceuticals C E Ferulic but they can deliver similar results. The most popular Skinceuticals dupe is the Vichy Liftactiv Vitamin C serum. If you look at both products you will notice that they have very similar ingredients. The Vichy Liftactiv Vitamin C serum costs about $29. If you’re not bothered about Vitamin C’s anti-aging benefits and are looking to include vitamin c in your routine for glowy skin, then these two Timeless c +e Ferulic acid and Melano CC will do. According to skincare reddit, they are the two best Vitamin C serums with a reasonable price rate. If you are looking to target fine lines and discoloration, SkinCeuticals or Vichy will probably be a better choice.
- Reviews
Skinceuticals: https://www.skinceuticals.com/c-e-ferulic-with-15-l-ascorbic-acid-635494263008.html
- Things to know about using Vitamin C to avoid wasting your time & money
- Look for a serum in an opaque, airtight tube or bottle.
- Close the lid tightly after each use.
- Store your Vitamin C serum in the fridge
- Never store Vitamin C serum in the bathroom – heat
- Discard your serum once it turns yellow or brown
- Purchase small bottles of Vitamin C serum so you don’t waste any. Vitamin C serum expires after a few months, only buy what you think will use before the expiration date.
- What to combine with Vitamin c for best results
Vitamin C is a highly unstable molecule and it oxidizes quickly therefore it is best used in combination with other depigmenting agents. For example, glycolic acid or kojic acid.
- When to expect results
If you’ve been consistent, you can expect results in 4 weeks. For even better results, wait for 12 weeks.
Products mentioned
▶ SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic https://bit.ly/3hzq1Fk
▶ Vichy Liftactiv Vitamin C serum https://fxo.co/CP7N
▶ Timeless C+E Ferulic acid https://amzn.to/3ksIJ3B
▶ Melano CC https://amzn.to/3yZG0Tf
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Sources
adding VITAMIN C serum to my skincare routine for 10 days | Vichy LiftActiv before & after
How to Store Vitamin C Serum: 9 Steps (with Pictures)
Rigopoulos, D., & Katoulis, A. C. (2017). Hyperpigmentation (1st ed.). CRC Press.
Skinceuticals CE Ferulic Vs. TruSkin Naturals Vitamin C Serum: How They Compare
The Difference Between Skinceuticals’ $166 CE Ferulic Serum And An $18 Dupe
The effect of Vitamin C on melanin pigmentation – A systematic review
US7179841B2 – Stabilized ascorbic acid compositions and methods therefor
Which Vitamin C Serum Is Right For Me? – Skinstore US
