Vlogtober Day 25: WHY I DON’T USE VITAMIN C SERUM|Dr Dray
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As someone who has spent a lot of time with doctors and enjoys scientific research / science based evidence I have found doctors often disagree with each other even within their own field of expertise. If you attend any medical conference you will find research to prove or disprove the same research topic based on their own findings. Dermatologists are very knowledgeable, but so are compounding pharmacists and cosmetic chemists. I have personally witnessed significant improvement in my skin with vitamin c. Do what works best for you and your skin. If a product is helping stay on course. If not, dump it.
Meranda Sue absolutely agree!!! my skin feel more calm, softer and hydrated since I use Vitamin C serum and other serums...I use sesderma cvit and it has been a game changer for me
@@curiousgeorgge6026 does it help with fine lines under the eyes? Theyre fairly new so i feel like i can get rid of them or should i try retinol?
I also noticed a difference in my skin after using a vitamin C serum.
Vitamin C clogs my pores.😔
Ver true
Vitamin C serum has helped tremendously with my acne scar spots. Everyone keep in mind that one dermatologist's opinion is not gospel. If something works for YOUR skin then keep doing you.
May I ask what brand you use sir?
@Username Many other dermatologists support the use of vitamin c though. This is a single doctors opinion
@@jogignac-davies6090 it's vitamin c. Not random chemicals.
What help my acne scars improve tremendously are Glycolic & Lactic acid. I don't use pure Vit. c (L Ascorbic acid). It's too expensive.
@@jogignac-davies6090 You can say the same thing about a lot of products that get put on the skin. We don't know the long term effects for a lot of things.
I actually really appreciate the amount of disagreement in the comments, it shows that everyone’s experiences are different. I personally have had great experience with CERTAIN vitamin c products and really adverse affects from some as well.
So I definitely see her point, why deal with it when the benefits aren’t guaranteed...
But I agree with most of the people saying, well it’s worth it to me because I actually see the benefits.
I especially love the comment below where someone mentioned cosmetic chemists and other industry professionals who have just as much research backed data and experience as well. So they would definitely know what they’re talking about when it comes to efficacy and stability as well.
But all of that being said, I think there being such a huge difference in opinion is her point exactly. No one can really agree on if it does in fact work or not, and to her there just isn’t enough unbiased data to sway her over.
And that makes sense to me, however I have found some very inexpensive, seemingly stable, and effective vitamin c serums that I love and will continue using so long as it doesn’t negatively affect me in the future.
Thank you to Dr. Dray and everyone who gave really awesome insight! Either side you happen to be on!
@JordonLei can you tell me the names of budget-friendly effective vitamin c serums?
@@farahmehnazhossain1302 Oh yeah of course!
Number one for me is going to be Naturium Vitamin C Super serum, this is one where I can see some people having some reactions to but overall it should be really well tolerated since it’s formulated with certain things to boost stability and penetration.
Second would be The Ordinary Ethylated Ascorbic Acid 15% Solution which is by far my favorite in their entire line, it’s stable and will probably cause the east irritation no weird smell (the smell of the naturium is very pleasant as well.) the texture is very serum like and not oily like most Vitamin C’s.
Third would be the Vichy Glyco Vitamin C Ampules, those were amazing 🤤 BUT they recently recalled them because they came in the glass breakable ampule capsules and they cause injury so they introduced the LiftActiv Vitamin C Serum a little higher priced than the first two mentioned, but really really nice and luxurious for being a drugstore brand.
Then in no particular ranking would be the CosRx Vitamin C23 Serum, and this is one that I’m currently using right now, I’m really loving it and the texture is very nice, but I haven’t been using it long enough to see if it’s ultimately affective. CosRx and most Korean/Japanese brands rarely let me down though, and they are always the more affordable choice and generally always have science backed effective ingredients.
@@OttahPopKid thank you so much
If it works for you then use it. If you are one of those who can't afford a lot of products just have a healthy lifestyle, moisturise and never forget to use sunscreen. I think people nowadays put too much stuff in their face.
Totally agree! If it works for you, by all means, use it!
Don't forget exfoliation, unless you just naturally have really good skin! Gentle but frequent exfoliation made the biggest difference to my spot-prone skin, compared to when I was just using the exact same basic cleanser and moisturizer and either not exfoliating at all for months/years or intermittently (over)-exfoliating with strong scrubs or enzymes.
Realising it was a good thing to build into a routine rather than only doing "when I needed it" once my skin was already super clogged or flaky made a big difference.
I know this video is old but I have to say, I tried several Vitamin C serums and moisturisers that contain it and they all broke me out like crazy. I got off track with my diet but I used to drink a lot of green smoothies containing a generous amount of spinach and drink natural orange juice every morning. That was when my skin was the clearest and the most glowy.
"She doesn't say it won't help, she says it's unlikely to help" yet she does offer what to look for in Vitamin C serums if you want to look anyway
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That's why I like experts to tell me about skincare, not producers or ads, friends.
It's all marketing
@@Hisherly Obviously. Nevertheless, most people can't think and believe it. If we were more educated products would be better.
and thats why u get different opinions. drs disagree with eachother and c helps my dark spots. look at her new vids about C lol
@@Kelly-pp1et retinoid is the most powerhouse of all actives.
@@Kelly-pp1et retinoid alone is enough.
Definitely split opinions in the comments. My 2 cents. If it has worked keep using it but don't spend a lot of money. Worked brilliantly for me though 😬
Glad to hear and thanks for sharing :)
Hi Tracy, did you use it in isolation or could it be other things that made the difference? Thanks xx
I agree with you seen it on Ebay for $ 14.50 havent decided yet ..everyone has such different skin
@Username I don't know why you're so invested in other people's skincare and why you feel the need to insult others, but I recommend taking a deep breath and realize that it's not that deep.
Edit: and here's some studies saying Vit C is an effective topical vitamin -->
Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, September 2015, pages 463-470
Journal of the America Academy of Dermatology, November 2012, pages 1,103-1,024
Skin Research and Technology, August 2008, pages 376-380
Dermatologic Surgery, July 2005, pages 814-817
You can make it yourself dirt cheap filtered water + ascorbic acid powder (pharmaceutical grade 0.1 grams x mi of waterl )and use ph strips to get it to 3.5 using l-arginine or baking soda if it gets too acdic.You'll need to make weekly batches and keep it in a dark dropper bottle but it take like 5 mins.
Dr Dray, you are so incredibly eloquent! I wish more people were this well-spoken. Plus your level of knowledge is amazing. I really appreciate that you take your time learning about cause and effect of “ingredients” and teaching us about it. Some may say that learning about this is part of your job, but I feel as though not all dermatologist would know about it or take their time to explain everything in details to their patients.
Sometimes I feel like skin care is just an adventure in trial and error. Things that work for some people won’t work for others. You have to do research and find what works for you specifically. Sometimes it sucks but whatcha gonna do 🤷🏻♀️ lol
God I appreciate how she simplifies skin care & sticks to evidence and science over feelings. I have naturally very dry skin and used to use different essences & serums until I came across her videos. I literally only need cleanser, moisturizer and some damn cerave healing ointment and my skin is clear and moisturized with no need to reapply throughout the day. I have her to thank.
You forgot about sunscreen
I'm so glad I found you. In the last month or so I have let my serums run out and have not replenished them. I'm still using retinA. My skin looks just as good as it did when I was using vitamin c and other serums. It's nice to have a simplified skincare routine. Thank you for informing us with the facts!
Dr Davin Lim (Aussie dermatologist on TH-cam ) also thinks vitamin C is overrated and that vitamin B is better. His number one is SPF and retinoids
Jasmen Smith I watched that one! He said, if you’re bored, go for it but Vit.’s A and B are where it’s at lol. Personally, I’m quite enjoying my twice a week vitamin C applications though :)
Me looking for other anti oxidant . Currently Serum q10.
@@jenk6895 true . i rather change peptides. The ordinary Buffet
same . because L ascorbic acid broke my barier annd give me pigmentation . Changing to MAP from timeless . meantime i just use the toner since it was no issue . Maybe i may quit it and replace it with aloha arbutin +ha which give me less issue b
I actually agree with him . There’s so many ways to brighten dark spots and just brighten your skin overall that have better and more benefits
Hi dr Dray. Thank you so much for these videos! You have completely changed the way I approach skincare. I used to have this complicated expensive routine and was wondering why my skin was looking terrible. Since I found your channel it has completely changed! I don't spend half hour and half my salary doing my routine and my skin is much better! You are really a treasure! Thank you!
Just finished my skinceuticals c e ferulic serum, that lasted me aproximately 4 months. It's so expensive, and in fact I didn't see any noticeable difference in my skin. So, I think I quiting vitamin C. A good moisturizer, good sleep, good nutrition, is the best we can give our skin.
Thanks for the advice. Decided to drop this step since the Vitamin C has always been more of an irritant than a benefit.
Greetings Dr. Dray and thank you so much for another wonderful video! I’m a skin care enthusiast for a couple of years now but I see that I’ve learned the most valuable and solid information about skin care from your videos. I tried a dozen high-end products, 10 step Korean routines etc. over the years and I came to the conclusion that simple routines with good -active, meaningful- ingredients are the best. So thank you for that. As a Psychologist/Neuroscientist, I truly appreciate your evidence-based approach to skin care!
thanks!
Memorable comparison to winning the lottery as financial advice! Slow and steady good habits win; you do a great job persuading and role modeling for us!
Thanks!
Loved this!!! I truly can’t thank you enough for educating us to be smarter consumers.
Thanks!
Dr. Dray, I just love you. I never comment on videos but I watch every one of your videos and so look forward to them every day. You are my kind of person, both smart and funny. I have completely changed my skin care ways and slather on the sunscreen every day. I catch myself repeating some of your "Drayisms" and it makes me smile. I have always been science minded like you but have been frustrated with all this ridiculous marketing stuff thrown at us constantly. I have never believed any of it so thank you for confirming that for me. I am not going crazy after all. I feel like you are a great friend and I enjoy seeing your mother so much too. Please always keep doing what you are doing. We are out here listening on the edges of our seat.
Thank you so much :)
Vitamin C serum is the best thing I have ever done for my skin. I've been using it for years now and people continue to compliment me on my skin. I will continue to use it forever!
What brand do u used?
@@raddgreatrad1654 I use Mad Hippie vitamin C serum.
Bizzare, too minimalistic. I don't believe much of it. Licensed esthetician and makeup artist.
@@lavievintagerose You don't believe that vitamin C is the best thing I have ever done for my skin? I think that is a call I make as it is MY skin, not yours.
@@vgloveforlife I agree with you, I don't believe what she is saying, also doesn't it look like she uses lash growth serums? I don't understand it, why say it, and then turn around and have it at #1, top of the list for products to use for hyperpigmentation? Look for the video, and see that Vitamin C is at the top of that list! Being that I do this for a living, it ticks me off.
Use what works for you, period!
I love how you get into the actual peer reviewed science of it. Thank you!
IDK YA'LL she's done wonders for my skin. I trust her
I'm so relieved to see a video on this. I'm one of the unlucky few who can't tolerate topical vitamin c. My skin gets worse when I use it (deeper wrinkles, enlarged pores and worse acne), but it's always being recommended. I've seen many people benefit from it, unfortunately I'm one of the few whose skin is sensitive to it
Hi rae, I know its a year later but my skin has reacted very badly to vit c, can you tell me what you did when you faced the situation?
Me too! I get rashes from topical vitamin c. I wish I could use it but I can’t. It may not give me a rash straight away but definitely within a week.
I have tried multiple times to use Vitamin C serum, but my skin cannot tolerate it. Last time I tried, the serum, unintentionally, transferred to my lips, and resulted in a severe case of atopic dermatitis that lasted for weeks. I will stick with my tretinoin and appreciate that I can use that without any issues. I use the 0.05% cream version of tretinoin, and my skin seems to love it. ❤
Hi Andrea, great video ❤️
At the end I think you’re right. I used vitamine C for 2 years now from at least 10 brands. Any of them made a difference on my melasma. I think if people are saying that vitamine C works dramatically it’s because they started to use sunscreen as well so they think vitamin C works so they should try just sunscreen and vitamine A I think that combo works perfectly.
I am now following your lead on the minimalistic approach: moisturise, sunscreen and retin a at night. Well my skin doesn’t collapse craving for vitamin C or other things
That’s my opinion
Thanks for that video, I had to try the vitamin C, even after watching or 2 years ago
Cheers ❤️
Vitamin C has been a wonder for my severe stretch marks! It has helped SO much with the redness and (perceived) depth of them. Using it on your stretch marks also helps using it up within the small time frame you have :)
Hey! What brand do you use on your stretch marks ?
Always full of great information!!! I cannot thank you enough... you seriously have been so helpful and I am grateful I found your channel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks!
I started using Vit. C(20%)+E+Ferulic Acid from Timeless three years ago, at the age of 61. It is inexpensive, and keeps very well in the fridge. It really has helped my skin. I appreciate you sharing your vast knowledge with us. Blessings..MaryEllen
:)
Yes Mary Ellen, I use timeless vit c also and my age spots are almost non existent compared to when I started a year ago. I also keep mine in the fridge. ❣️
MaryEllen After 60 I use this brand as well. I have seen a reduction in my sun spots. My only issue is about the last 1/4 I can't use because it oxidizes and from what we are told that reduces the efficacy. But it's also not so expensive I mind. I think I just need to start extending its use. I use my face, neck and chest and hands. Now I will start my forearms I suppose lol I asked Dr. Dray above about her knowledge in vitamin C increasing the efficacy of your SPF. Because that's the other reason why I use it in the morning under my SPF. I definitely will do all I can to keep UVA and UVB rays off of my skin.
Lisa, I just keep the bottle in the fridge, and I haven't seen any oxidation since I started doing that. I just use it on my face, but probably should do more. I am all for 50+ SPF physical sunscreen. I graduated from high school in 1971, and the only sun protection we used was zinc on our noses. Wish great sunscreen was available back then.
Happy to hear this, Linda. Believe it or not, I don't have any age spots...yet.
I think it's responsible to refrain from recommending something without really strong evidence. That's what I'd expect from a medical doctor. SPF and retinoids have the most evidence, so that's what derms are most likely to recommend. It makes sense. I'd be interested to see the long term effects of regular topical vitamin c use.
Me too. I've been wanting to find out on my own, but hesitate because my skin is really sensitive. Even 0.01% retinoid gel irritates my skin :-/
You're a hella smart doctor! Always love hearing your take on these hot topics
Do you recommend a collagen supplement? I’ve been taking one I found for $27 for 40 servings on amazon that I like quite a bit
This is basically what I was taught at a recent skin class, that basically the amount of Vitamin C your skin needs to show visible signs that its working - isn’t able to be stabilised and what does go in makes your skin slowly build up an immunity to it and that’s why so many people complain their vitamin c serums aren’t working. So is ingesting natural sources of vitamin c the best way to produce collagen for those of us that are concerned with ageing skin?
While my own anecdotal evidence disagrees, I still gave you a thumbs up. You've done your homework, cited evidence, and you're not definitively saying it doesn't work, that you're just erring on the side of caution.
I have noticed a difference in my skin using it. . It will stay in my skin routine
@Username my hyperpigmentation has cleared tremendously since I started using vitamin C. And although she is a dermatologist. Everybody's journey is different.
@cosmos cosmos CosRx Triple C. Only sold at ZokoGlam
@Username that is why it is called "anecdotal", it is that person's experience. Please consider reading a dictionary before you insult people.
Lynlee 😂 exactly. Rude people can’t be self-righteous and ignorant.
There you go AGAIN, making sense! Love the straight talk. XOX Jan
I only introduced it into my skincare routine 3 weeks ago and the biggest difference I’ve seen so far is after a fresh zit. I always scar, I have scars from a year or more ago, but now! While the old scars still last, I haven’t made a new scar ever since I started using it and I love it. I’ve had three fresh spots that normally would really leave me with a scar but now nothing, a week later and it seems as if there never was a spot to begin with. Just saying that my positive experience overrides the lack of official evidence for me :)
Hey Doc,
New to your channel and after watching a few of your videos I truly feel like a dumb ass consumer. Thanks for keeping it real and keeping us informed.
Curious - has your opinion changed at all in the past two years? I see so many other Dermatologists and various TH-cam creators with backgrounds in chemistry recommend it but always hear your voice in the back of my head before I hit 'purchase"....
Can you please recommend their channels, I am from Russia, we have no experts in Russian TH-cam on this topic! Thanks
CecilPie Exactly! I wonder whether her opinion has changed or not. I've had two products in the cart for weeks now😂🤣
@@LucianaVIP1 you should just try it
Vit C serums has always irritated and dried out my skin.. so I’m glad Dr. Dray agrees with me there.. I do see why other people might disagree, especially if they have oily skin that’s prone to acne... I guess every skin type is different, so pls do what works for you !
I would love to hear your thoughts on Neogen Vitamin C powder. Would the product being in powder form make it stabilized ?
Rosalina Posh okay chill lady.... lol Michelle Phan was hyping it up and I wanted to hear Dr. Dray’s thoughts.
It always helps heal acne for me!
Thanks again for a great video Doc. My personal experience with the Dermaceutic Tri-vita C serum has been good so far. It really helped with clearing up hyperpigmentation around the mouth area and the forehead.
Thanks! like i said...not saying it can't work...just hard for me to tell people they should invest in something that is a non-drug cosmetic that is that pricey and not robustly substantiated yet
I love hearing the clinical data re: skincare ingredients. It seems that there is anecdotal evidence to support that topical vitamin C works for some people. I recognise the psychological role of self-care routines. However, the beauty industry markets "clinical data" that is often suspect science.
Thank you for the call to love ourselves without makeup and to obtain glowing skin courtesy of adequate sleep, good nutrition, and a positive attitude.
Yeah the excessive amounts of "new it products" and so many cosmetic skin care lines out there is really alarming to me...seems like a complete waste of resources.
Thanks for the honest opinion. I have hyperpigmentation from my cheekbones down. Yes, I'm from the generation that "roasted & toasted." Yes, I now use SPF 30 when I'm home, SPF 50 when I'm out during the day. So, what other recommendations do you have for minimizing large areas of hyperpigmentation? No Differin, etc. I get eyebrows/lip/chin waxed monthly, & the technician said my skin will rip if using Differin-type products. Thanks!
I absolutely agree-- from experience! The only skincare rule I follow is to use sunscreen religiously and it is my skincare secret. I hope more people follow the simple rule because it's the most overlooked and underrated.
beautyinasnap exactly! I wish more people were informed about sunscreen. Too many people waste money on expensive makeup and other nonsense...when they forget about sun protection.
Thanks for sharing this!
BEAUTY IN THE EATS do you apply sunscreen every two hours because I use makeup and it will be annoying in applying every two hours
It's funny. I watch your skincare videos and see how you so readily just try all sorts of products and routines. I am terrified of changing anything about my routine!
I have zero experience with Vit C on the skin, but I can tell you that it definitely has lightening properties that work super fast! I accidentally dyed my roots way too dark, crushed up some C, added a little conditioner, left on hair for exactly 5 minutes and I went from black to a very nice chestnut brown. Just because there are no large scale studies doesn’t mean it doesn’t work. There’s no true “c” hair lightening product on the market. In fact, everything on the market that I’ve used 1) doesn’t work even close to or as fast as the C, 2) contains such harsh chemicals that only dry out hair. Sounds very familiar to the profit setup of Retin-A vs C if you ask me .
I used to use the Drunk Elephant one for a while, I did notice that my skin became lighter (acne scarring) but maybe it was the glycolic acid instead. I even tried making it weekly so it's more stable. But I feel less pressured to include all those serums now, thank you.
Hey dr dray, is this video still accurate to your current perspective on vitamin c? It's a bit old and I know you've started introducing other cosmetic antioxidant products in your routine, so im curious if your perspective has changed at all.
"Making your urine a little on the pricey side" 😂😂
lol
Jamie Gilmo
Yup that was priceless LOL
Well it's true because people who don't need vitamins end up just peeing and pooing them out because the body can't absorb the supplement nutrients because they don't need them
Ugh, that’s why I love Dr. Dray ❤️ Pricey urine 😂
Hello Dr. Andrea! Really had to watch this video again because my lack of a educated scientific brain needed to apply my itty-bitty logic. You know our aging skin is not what we like to see, but time marches on throughout our entire body through living. Living is a gift, and it wonderful. Every video we ask you to do on products, we simply need to accept facts when science is not there to support using or continue using a product. Thank you for sharing and saving logical people money!💕
Thanks Ms Christina :)
Well, for me, I have Rosacea and when I tried it, my skin just became more irritated. I guess it's too harsh for my skin. That tea sounds good!
Nothing gives me as much irritation and red, bumpy skin on my face as much as vitamin C. Interestingly, it seems ok on the rest of my body. That being said I might have myself to blame for making my skin more easily irritated by buying into the clean beauty trend for a couple of years and using products full of botanicals, essential oils and fragrance...
This is just a great blog! I always want to know "why". Some people who use or are interested in vitamin C already have damage and are looking for something to help reduce this. My generation grew up sun bathing and developing a great tan was a major activity. When I first went to a dermatologist at 13 the treatment consisted of extraction, time under an ultraviolet light and followed by dry ice! His advice for between treatments was to sit outside in the sun as much as possible and he was the top Dermatologist in my city! I so wish I knew then what I know now. It is so wonderful that you can advise young, and not so young, people of the importance of sunscreen! Many thanks.
Thanks! Sun protection isn't off the table as being preventive though, just because you are "mature skinned." Good evidence that sunscreen & sun protection use now can reduce formation of pre-skin cancers (actinic keratoses) in those with sun damage.
today's sun is not the same sun of 40 years ago.
Sounds like we had the same dermatologist!
@@TheFate23 why? Is that coz of the state of global warming now?
@@TheFate23 c'mon 🤣
I’m really thankful that I found your TH-cam channel :). You are saving me a lot of money! I love all your talks about antioxidants, peptides, Vit c, etc etc. So helpful to learn from a medical professional what has really been proven to work
Thanks!
Do you recommend any other ingredients that perform the same functions as vit c?
The first time when saw drastic change on my acne caused hyperpigmentation is when i used a vitamin c serum. From then on it is a staple in my morning skincare. Though i found through trial and error not all brand's serum quality are same.
Important key words...”Non Drug Cosmetics”. The crap is expensive and doesn’t work. Sure skin medication is expensive but cheaper in the long run since your not wasting money on stuff that doesn’t work.
My favorite scam is eye creams that are going to remove my hereditary dark circles.:-) Ugh...but a good filler I hear does work but I’m too scared to do it.
exactly!!!
I can see by all the comments that this video is much appreciated by everyone. Also interesting to see that there are a lot of vitamin C users, both pro & con reviews. Great info Dr!
thanks!
I started using Timeless C + E + ferric acid about a year ago and I keep 1/2 bottle at a time in the refrigerator and have had no problems with oxidization. It lasts for 3 months to the day -- so I figure $20 (with a $5 off coupon) is pretty inexpensive. It works for me, but I think mainly it's the radiant effect not necessarily fading the brown spots. My face, neck and backs of hands can handle it really well. I do think my neck and hands look much improved. I also started using Retin A in April -- don't see a whole lot of difference. It's 0.05%. Just adding another pro review.
I have saw a Dramatic difference in my skin from vitamin c. DRAMATIC.
MY GAMING ZONE I feel like it caused mines
You are a real doctor. Doctors like back in time when they were really doing it as a vocation. Today it's like a business. It's not medecine anymore it become a real business where lobbying is at is top. Pharmaceuticals companies are buying doctors now and we can't trust nobody. It's sad and scary. You on the other way are taking your job and vocation seriously and it seems that your not to sell. Thank you so much. Your one of a kind 💛
medicine has gotten more complicated for everyone
Hello! I agree and highly recommend looking up your doctor on this propublica site that will tell you how much money your doctor has accepted from pharmaceutical companies
projects.propublica.org/docdollars/
Matt the real greedy ones are the nurse practioners they don’t have to report kick backs
I'm confused. I was watching your hyperpigmentation video and your first suggest was the Skinceuticals c e ferulic serum. Should I be purchasing this product for hyperpigmentation?
Frankly, no:) There are cheaper products in the drug store like Vichi. ( I'm master esthetician, we have to offer skinceutical c )
Dr Dray I just have to say again how grateful I am that you are providing us with the information we need to make wise choices for our skin care. I think so many products are hyped up on TH-cam by beauty gurus and misinformation is rampant. I appreciate having a professional and educated opinion. Thank you!!!
thanks!
Thank you, Dr. Dray. I really appreciate your honesty, and your willingness to go against the popularity of the most common myths and/or promises of "skin potions".
Wow. I started using the new vitamin C serum from cerave and it’s really helped my acne and redness for the first time ever. Now I’m like...oh no...
I noticed a difference since I started using it. My dermatologist told me to start using it.
I love the logique in your answers where u simplify and share all your medical info in a way anyone can get it thx u loads for your precious time
Thanks!
I agree! I used to have zero acne and I started to get really bad breaks outs. I read an article about how it can really lower the healthy bacteria we need to fight bad bacteria and makes things worse. I have stopped using it and my face had cleared. Never again.
Samantha Guzman agree. Same thing happened to me. I started to get closed comedones and milia on my face when using vitamin C serums. Terrible.
I recently discovered your channel and I'm currently struggling with acne and I really appreciate the type of i fo you give.. Dr. I wanted to ask about hyaluronic acid serums their benefits and does it really anti-aging cuz I've been seeing some people sayong that you should start using these serums at your 20's.. Thank you Dr.
though you do not recommend use of vitamin C , can you recommend some vitamin c products that you do approve of?
$80 for one oz. Used it twice a day and received many compliments. Too expensive.
Is this still your opinion? Asking because it’s years later.
I'm a nutritionist and a nephrologist. I don't recommend vitamin C supplements. The RDA for vitamin C is 60 mg daily which you can obtain from one orange. To much vitamin c supplementation increase the risk of oxalate kidney stones.
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So Nobel prize went to a wrong person.
@@MariaHelena-qw1uf Oh snap! :D
Carol Wong lol your crazy! American doctors must be on drugs no wonder your population is so sick
Ok, Linus Pauling was wrong then
Thank you Dr. Dray, somehow these not so great products make it into my skincare routine even after trying to do research. The internet is full of nonsense.
I have acne-prone skin and I tried to use vitamin c and it made my acne worst. Fortunately, I found your Chanel and I changed my morning and night skin care routine. Now, my skin looks so much better with only salicilic acid wash, moisturizer and sunscreen. Thank you!
I have seen some of your videos from a year ago and I can see the difference in you skin now. You look amazing!
Glad to hear about the money savings :)
That mug is amazing!
Vitamin C and niacinamide, one of the two, if not both, definitely helped me with brightening and evening out my skin tone. I don’t care about double blinded controlled studies at this point, I am my own study and it worked lol.
Exactly
That's all you used - vit c and niacinamide? No retinol or anything like that???
@@Skullsanddragonflies yes, for the brightening effect. Then I started using retinol later.
@Aya Hegab I have oily combination skin in summer, dry combination in winter. I currently prescription tretinoin once every third night. I have used in the past retinol which is weaker strength. As for my routine, I use Cerave gentle cleanser right now because of tretinoin. AM I cleanse, use Cerave vitamin C serum, then Paula’s choice 10% niacinamide serum, then moisturizer Cerave PM, and SPF 50 by aveeno mineral sunscreen for baby. At night if i wore makeup I use Clinique makeup removing balm, followed by Cerave gentle cleanser. Niacinamide 10% by PC, Cerave PM moisturizer, eucerin cream for eczema, let dry thoroughly then tretinoin cream 0.05%. The other two nights my routine would be the same as AM and I would sometimes layer the eucerin cream for eczema after the Cerave pm. I do have peeling and mild redness especially on day 3. But the irritation is not that bad for me and I’m totally okay with it. Once the peeling stops I would go up to once every 2 nights or even nightly if my skin tolerates. Ps: day 1 is the night of tretinoin, day 2 is the following day my skin is usually fine, day 3 is when most of the peeling happens and so the skin is a bit red after the peeling, day 1 skin is back to normal and I put tretinoin at night again.
@Aya Hegab no problem, glad to help
I just starting making my own vitamin C serum and derma rolling and I have to say that I see HUGE improvement in my dark spots and lines and wrinkles. I think that is the only way to go - make your own. There are plenty of vidoes on TH-cam that havre good recipes - and it is soooo cheap. i make a week supply at a time so I know it's fresh.
I came across your tretinoin videos tonight and now I’m hooked on watching your vids. I so enjoy you and your personality and your knowledge. Thanks for sharing.
at last I have found someone so smart like you. The tone of your voice is nice and I could listen to you for hours. I see you are tired to be repeatative but I like the way you put it through your sence of humor.
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Hi All beautiful ladies, vitamin c serum did wonders for my skin, I have oily irritated, dray patches and bumpy skin 😘
Just bought some. Then I saw this video. It's going straight back.
Thank you!!
Honestly I don't understand why we need to use many actives at the same time. I mean if you're already using retinol and its working well for you, then your skin should be renewed right??? Who needs the extra brightening?? Am i missing something here?
I love your honesty and common sensibility. New sub here! Can't wait to binge watch your videos.
Thanks!
Hi Dr Dray,I have recently starting being very interested in skin care, the drug store products and their effectiveness .I have also starting watching a lot of videos but no one really seems to talk about skin care for people over 50 who have dry skin with fine lines age spots..(Its always about normal to oily skin)There is also no video on how to layer products ,how to use Vit C and layer with other products (which comes first ) .what cleansers to use when applying Retin A etc..How to tackle dry skin with the right products etc..Also the Ordinary has been a game changer for people who are mislead and spend hundreds on $ on skin care cause big companies spend huge amount on marketing ,advertising etc and this adds up to the price factor of a product.
I love and follow your videos..I think you are so honest about what you say and It makes sense ..
Sabina Yah
See videos made by hot and flashy-she’s is amazing and has flawless skin and talks about everything u mentioned and more🙂
Vit C changed my skin completly. I added the cream from the ordinary super cheap and it made a HUGE difference.
Which vitamin c cream do you use? The ordinary but what name?
@@denyagantenbein2992 I use BioBare vitamin C serum and it is the best single product that has improved my skin. I glow. And no, I don't work for or sell BioBare. That's just the brand I bought after Googling. I'm sure there's other good stuff out there. I'm just saying that my skin loves Vitamin C.
Thank you for great content. I enjoy listening to you and have followed your advice on skin care. Love cerave and have take my sun screen use more seriously. Your beautiful inside and out. Your mom is an added bonus to your videos. I'm going to be 61 on the 30. You address all ages and your honesty shines through.
Hi Dr. Dray. I love u for doing these videos, thank u so so much! I was wondering about ur thoughts on hylaronic acid serums. I'm on the lowest dose of tretinion for ani aging. I've been using it every night for about 2 1/2 months, along with a vitamin C serum (Dr. Dennis Gross) along with a day n night eye cream n day/night moisturizer (Lancome). In the beginning of using Vit C My skin in some areas would turn a red, tannish color after applying. In those areas I've noticed freckles n dark spots fading. Is it ok to use this along with the tretinoin n hylaronic acid. My last question (lol, sorry) is your take on Predire Skincare Paris, specifically the skin tightening masks n cream.
One Dr's opinion. You say the data for people is not there yet, which works both ways - does not prove or disprove the benefits of Vitamin C. If it works for you, continue to use it.
Username while I understand your point, I don’t think it’s necessary to call them ‘ditsy’. Many people use the 10 step Korean Skincare method and while it can make it tricky to determine what ingredient is doing what, that doesn’t mean they’re just mindlessly throwing whatever on their skin.
You seem smart
I know your thoughts on vitamin C serums. 😬 bUTTTT What are your thoughts on the Skin Ceuticals C E Ferulic??? Any different ?
Laura Jo Ortega Great question! Since she said Ferulic was supposed to stabilize it. I think in the end she will say there’s no evidence it actually makes a difference
She says in the video at about 15 min that no matter the brand.. (skincuticals or mad hippy included) her opinion is the same. She doesn’t think it’ll do anything but you can always try it
Worked amazingly for me at first. Less acne, less lines, skin generally brighter and smoother. Changed my life almost.. without sounding too ridiculous.. few years later and it seems to irritate my skin, make it itchy and cause redness and make me look ill. I have pale white Scottish skin and it’s almost like vitamin c serum makes my skin too white hah.. do you recommend any other topical antioxidant serums (besides vit a)? I have recently fallen in love with niod survival 0 and I hope I’m not wasting my money! Great videos btw.
Another great video, thank you. It is tough because dermatologist are split in the use of vitamin c (Ascorbic Acid) use and benefits. My dermatologist recommends vitamin c but you provide a compelling argument.
my skin DOES look brighter w/ Vit C
It just goes rancid quickly I feel for acne prone skin vitamin c gives more irritating skin
Nice to hear something so honest!
Could you share your opinion on 'all natural' cosmetics like Lush? From watching your videos I've seen several ingredients in their skincare which have made me very wary to say the least.
lush cosmetics are problematic by virtue of their overzealous use of essential oils and salad bar ingredients that should not be left on the skin
I tried a face cream from lush and it irritated my skin. I'm glad it was a sample. I suffer from rosacea not worth it!
I've tried so many Vit C serums, and every one of them turns my hands orange. I also get a fake tan smell on my hands after using Vit C (and that's after washing hands) so I stopped using it, as I started thinking to myself well if that's what it's doing to my hands then what's it doing to my face!!! Before people start replying saying it must have been off as that's it oxidised, these were all new fresh bottles that did this from the very first use. I won't be using it in the future. X
yikes
Same thing happens to me! I wasn't sure which product was causing the smell. Now I know!
I'm allergic to vitamin c topically. And looking at people's obsession with it I felt I was missing out on a very important aspect of skin care. This video makes me feel so much better. Thank you Dr.Dray.
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I wanted to use vitamin C and was so stubborn about using it because I thought it was so good for you. My esthetician figured out vitamin C was causing redness in my skin and as soon as I stopped I saw my skin tone even out so much. It doesn’t work for everyone and everyone is different.
I am really loving the Tazo lemon loaf tea...so great. I am enjoying your skin care routine advice.
obsessed!
I use magnesium ascorbyl,it makes my skin look fresh,matte and glowing.Don"t know about other aspects but it makes a difference to my skin,that it's good enough 4 me
if I feel slight burn on my skin after applying vitamin c serum with salicylic acid, should I stop using it?
Thank you! I really value your opinion. If someone decides to do a C serum, or any active ingredient for that matter, is it ever o.k. for the ingredient to sting a bit? Is stinging ever a good sign or does it automatically mean irritation?