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Lift Care Vitamin C L-Ascorbic Acid Serum

July 14, 2016 · 4 Comments

An L-Ascorbic Vitamin C is the freshest and most powerful C you can get in serum. When I first saw that it was only 10%, I thought it might be less effective than many of the 20% Vitamin C serums commercially available. But since it an L-Ascorbic Acid variety of vitamin C, it is a more potent antioxidant and when paired with other specific ingredients as those which are seen in this serum, and can be a far more efficient skin treatment.

Lift Care Vitamin C L-Ascorbic Acid Serum

An L-Ascorbic based Vitamin C serum has superior anti-oxidant properties to traditional Vitamin C serums. This makes the Lift Care Vitamin C serum especially helpful for aging and photo-damaged skin. Even if you are younger but have over-done suntanning, the L-Ascorbic in this Lift Care Serum is ideal for rejuvenating skin, fading acne scars and treating current acne breakouts.

Secondly, L-Ascorbic Acid provides soluble Vitamin C on a topical level that can be used by the skin in the production of collagen. Providing the skin with Vitamin C is especially important as skin ages and natural levels of both collagen and Vitamin C decrease, which causes sagging and wrinkles.

APPLICATION
This is a lightweight serum that applies smoothly and dries down evenly without residue. Once the serum is dry, moisturizer, makeup, and sunscreen can be applied over the serum. I also apply it to my throat and upper chest. Skin appears dewy, not sticky.

RESULTS
I have a few acne scars that over time have become plum-brown marks on my cheeks. I also have a few lighter wrinkle lines along my forehead. Additionally, I have several blackheads and whiteheads around my nose and surrounding pores. These three problems both respond well to this L-Ascorbic Vitamin C serum, and the anti-oxidant properties help purge the sebum from blackheads and whiteheads, so my skin is clearer on the overall.

CONCLUSION: I like that this serum is suitable for both older and younger skin problems including sun damage, acne, scarring, brown spots, wrinkles, the need to use an anti-oxidant and increasing collagen production. Good price for a versatile, useful serum.

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Brooklyn Botany Vitamin C Serum

July 14, 2016 · 4 Comments

Brooklyn Botany Vitamin C Serum

I like that this serum is an L-Ascorbic Vitamin C, which is a much more potent, powerful version of Vitamin C than what is typically found in most Vitamin C serums. It is not a Vitamin C derivative, it is pure C, and as such, it can lose its’ freshness and potency quickly, which is why it is not found in many serums due to its’ limited shelf life. This serum has a special blend to preserve the L-Ascorbic for twelve months.

The serum applies smoothly and dries down evenly without being sticky. It leaves skin with a dewy, subtle glow. My skin did not feel dry, red or irritated and there is not a residual scent. To maximize the effects of this serum, use after washing the face, and leave skin slightly moist. Apply the serum, and allow to dry. After 10-15 minutes, use an eye cream and facial moisturizer over the serum. If you are going to be outside, wear sunscreen to protect the skin, as Vitamin C increases sun sensitivity.

This serum is particularly suited to sensitive skins as the preservatives are naturally soothing and have a buffering effect. The serum can be used once to twice a day. Vitamin C is used in the morning if you only use it once a day.

RESULTS
I find this gives a dewy glow to my skin and softens fine lines and dries blackheads and emerging blemishes. I have a few brown spots on my face that are very slowly fading. Vitamin C is especially effective on the forehead.

Vitamin C addresses these sort of topical skin concerns, but also is a vital component in the production of collagen in the skin. Collagen is the scaffolding that holds up the skin and keeps it from sagging and wrinkling. Because of this, I tend to use extra of the serum on my forehead, above my eyebrows and on crows feet to increase the collagen in these areas. Collagen production typically takes 1-2 months to become noticeable but results in tighter, firmer skin.

CONCLUSION: High-quality L-Ascorbic Vitamin C serum, suitable for sensitive skin. Effective at reducing the appearance of fine lines and acne scars, exceptional price.

ASNaturals Vitamin C Serum 20% with Hyaluronic Acid

July 1, 2016 · 4 Comments

ASNaturals Vitamin C Serum 20% with Hyaluronic Acid

APPLICATION & USE
This ASNaturals Serum is a potent 20% Vitamin C paired with Hyaluronic Acid. It is suitable for daytime use under sunscreen and moisturizer. It dries down quickly and without a sticky residue, so the skin looks dewy and moist when it is used without makeup, and when given adequate dry down time or when the serum is used sparingly, it does not conflict with makeup or make too sticky of a base to wear foundation. It has a light feeling; it does not sting, and it has a very light scent that dissipates when dry.

INGREDIENTS
There are many vitamin C serums on the market, so when selecting a Vitamin C serum, I like to see what complimentary ingredients are used to enhance the power of the Vitamin C. The ASNaturals Serum has Hyaluronic Acid, Jojoba Oil, Aloe Vera and Witch Hazel. These ingredients all work in tandem with the Vitamin C to boost its’ anti-aging properties.

Hyaluronic Acid is a super-moisturizer, it holds massive amounts of water compared to its weight and makes skin looks dewy, soft and plump. The high moisture content in the skin plumps wrinkles, so they seem softer, smoother, and less deep. In addition to giving a youthful appearance, the Hyaluronic Acid helps active ingredients sink deeper into the skin, which means the Vitamin C can make collagen on a deeper skin level, reaching deep wrinkles, age spots, redness, and discoloration.

Jojoba Oil and Aloe Vera both moisturize and heal skin. These ingredients give the skin a smooth and soft appearance while the Vitamin C goes to work on acne and dark brown spots and acne scars, healing and lightening the blemishes.

RESULTS:
Since this is a gentle Vitamin C Serum due to its’ supporting ingredients, I can use this on more delicate skin areas such as my throat, decolletage, and shoulder blades, as well as the delicate undereye area. My skin has a subtle glow, and my skin tone is becoming evener. I am especially happy with the improvement in the look of some sun damage on my collarbone and upper chest area.

CONCLUSION: This is a great price for a 20% Vitamin C serum. It is suitable for Sensitive and dry skin for treating acne, brown spots, sun damage, scarring, and wrinkles.

First Botany Vitamin C Serum

May 26, 2016 · Leave a Comment

I’m interested in Vitamin C serum because it addresses several of my skincare problems: dullness, adult acne, light wrinkles, and brown spots from acne scars and hyperpigmentation. Vitamin C also promotes collagen production. This First Botany Cosmeceuticals Vitamin C Serum is unique because it has L-Ascorbic Acid, which is a more potent form of Vitamin C because it is fresh and concentrated. There are few L-Ascorbic products on the market because L-Ascorbic degrades fairly rapidly, giving it a limited shelf life. I like that this L-Ascorbic Vitamin C serum has a one-year expiration date printed on the batches, so I know the exact serum production date was just a few weeks before I received it, which means my L-Ascorbic serum is very fresh.

I noticed one side of my face seemed more aged than the other, and then read why: the left side of your face gets more sun exposure while driving in the car. This sun exposure caused hyperpigmentation brown spots on my temples, forehead, and upper cheekbone area. This darkness is almost like unwanted contour on my face where I want to have a lighter highlight area, and it makes me look older and more tired. My dark undereye circles, which are dark in both eyes, is notably more dark on the left side, and that circle is longer. I use this Vitamin C serum all over my face and dab an extra dot of serum on each brown spot and some extra around the delicate skin on the side of my eyes and the undereye bags for some extra treatment directly on problem areas. I pair this with a good eye cream which I apply about 15 minutes after the Vitamin C serum to allow time for the serum to absorb.

Within a short period, my skin had an overall brightening, and the brown spots started to lighten, they are not completely gone, but they are less noticeable and conceal easier with a tinted moisturizer or light foundation. My dark circles are more even in tone, although I think this problem will take some time to resolve, but I am pleased with the smoothness of my undereye skin. I will continue to use it each morning as it takes from several weeks to a few months to expect an increase in collagen production to appear, resulting in fewer wrinkles and decreased sagging.

This serum is an exceptionally good price for a two-ounce bottle that contains L-Ascorbic Acid. It is almost water like in consistency and is not sticky, and you don’t need an entire dropper full to cover the face and throat. As summer approaches, I also use it on upper chest and decolletage.

If you already use Vitamin C Serums, you will like how this is not sticky compared to some; your makeup can go on quickly and easily over the serum. As this is stronger than many other Vitamin C Serums, I increased my sunscreen SPF. I learned this the hard way that Vitamin C makes your skin more sensitive to the sun when I went outside and got red quickly. If you don’t use a sunscreen, I would recommend it when you use a powerful Vitamin C serum such as this one.

Aura Naturel Organic Vitamin C Serum

May 9, 2016 · Leave a Comment

This Aura Naturel Organic Vitamin C Serum has several great supporting ingredients including MSM, Vitamin E, Gotu Kola Extract and Hyaluronic Acid. It leaves skin dewy not sticky. Some Vitamin C serums leave skin so sticky or have a residue so even though they work well, they are not suitable for daytime use when you’re going out and want to apply sunscreen and makeup over it. Aura Naturel leaves skin dewy looking, not sticky, so it is an excellent product for using and going out. No real detectable scent.

After I had done some research, I tried to find Vitamin C serums and skin care products with certain ingredients and this serum has several of these ingredients and is still a pretty decent price. One ingredient is MSM because it brightens the skin while moisturizing. Even if skin is wrinkled and sagging, it looks healthier and younger if skin is bright. It also enhances production of “collagen bundles” which support the skin and keep it from sagging. I like this dual benefit of immediate and long-term benefits to MSM. Another ingredient I look for in a Vitamin C serum is Hyaluronic Acid which instantly makes skin look younger and moist; it plumps out wrinkles, and skin looks dewy. It also helps the other active ingredients sink deeper into the skin. Gotu Kola Extract also helps the collagen building process and reduces inflammation and redness.

This serum only requires a few drops, so I have applied it both alone directly to my face and added it into my moisturizer. I like how bright and dewy it makes my face look when I use it.

This Vitamin C Serum’s first ingredient is Aloe Vera, and does contain slightly less Vitamin C as some other Vitamin C serums do, but it is, in my opinion, an excellent choice for someone with sensitive skin as it has several buffer moisturizing ingredients. My skin is sensitive and tolerates this serum well, and it says it is suitable for those with skin conditions such as Eczema and Psoriasis.

Good price for a useful brightening and treating serum that shows improvements in the dark brown spots on my skin as well as calms my adult acne without irritating my sensitive skin. Recommended product.

This is is a serum that can be applied and worn out of the house without being detected and it makes skin look better while being worn. There are some stronger Vitamin C serums out there if you can tolerate them or don’t mind a residue (such as you are applying it at night or when no one will see you), but if you have sensitive skin, this is a product with a healthy dose of buffering ingredients to soothe and treat.

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Aura Naturel Organic Vitamin C Serum