Vitamin C Skincare | Dermatologist Review
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Vitamin C or ascorbic acid is a member of skin actives - namely A, B, C and E. This skin care product is not for everyone. Most dermatologists will start you on Vitamin A or retinol, adding Vitamin B, then C as tolerated. Most skin care companies will have a Vitamin C product line ranging from 10%, all the way to 20%.
SKIN SCIENCE
Ascorbic acid has been shown to decrease pigmentation via inhibition of tyrosinase- the enzyme that produces melanin. Melanin accounts for the colour of skin. Ascorbic acid is also a free radical scavenger, decreasing UV induced ‘stressors’. Vitamin C is also a key vitamin in the synthesis of collagen.
TEXTURE / FEEL
The Ordinary makes a cosmetically elegant ascorbic acid cream/ lotion. Goes on easy, easily blended.
EASE OF USE
In the scheme of skin care, Vitamin C can sometimes be challenging to apply. The acidic nature of this vitamin is needed for better bioavailabity and absorption. Ideally the pH formulation should be 2-2.5 pH. What this means is that in patients with sensitive skin, irritation can occur- see below for caution.
CAUTION
Remember, vitamin A and C can be irritating in sensitive skin types including rosacea, dermatitis and allergy prone individuals. IMO Vitamin C should be the last ‘skin active’ in your routine. As always, if in doubt, test patch the product before applying to your face.
PACKAGING
The Ordinary ascorbic acid comes well packaged in a light proof air-tight tube. Protection from UV and air is essential for optimal biological effects.
PRICE
As always, The Ordinary comes in at a super competitive price.
FINAL THOUGHTS- Dr Davin S. Lim
IMO Vitamin C is the very last vitamin to add to your routine. The majority of my vitamin C prescriptions involve combining this active with other actives such as hydroquinone and or glycolic acid. In this context, vitamin C acts to stabilise the other actives and reduces oxidation. Once again, ascorbic acids should be used in caution if you have sensitive skin and or compromised epidermal barrier.
Thanks for viewing, more on skin care on my Instagram @drdavinlim
Dr Davin Lim
Cutis International
Brisbane, Australia.
Vitamin C and skin. Vitamin C is not for everyone - video reveals why I place this down the list in the context of skin care actives. Instagram @drdavinlim for more skin care tips. Cheers, Davin S. Lim, Brisbane. Australia.
Dr Davin Lim great video Dr Lim. How do you feel about taking vitamin b orally? Any suggestions for favourite vitamin b besides the ordinary?
Is that a mic on your chest??
@@daniella4889 I'm not an expert but I guess it may not be reached to the epidermis as vit b is a water-soluable one.
Definitely not for everyone. This broke me out so bad.
Lynn Roth 7
I was actually considering to start using Vitamin C serum since I'm 32 and people recommend it as one of the anti-aging products. I also saw a video from another dermatologist who recommended a serum containing Vit C and E so I was catching the hype. Not sure anymore because I trust your knowledge. The video was informative,
Dr. Dray and Dr. Davin Lim are the only dermatologists I trust on youtube XD and I like how they both have the same sentiments towards Vitamin C :DDDD
I stumbled across your channel yesterday and have been watching all your videos non-stop!!
Someone who actually knows what they're talking about!
No nonsense like 99.99% of all 'beauty gurus' out there. ❤️❤️
Perfect video! I've tried vitamin C at a variety to strengths for pigmentation (age spots in my case) and found that it has minimal or no effect.
Probably true to be honest. I haven't noticed much change with my skin with vitamin C. It makes my skin super shiny which I hate because it shows of the acne scars on temples more. Another TH-cam dermatologist doesn't believe in it either (Dr. Dray).
Yes there is an echo, no it's not distracting I understood everything he said🙄
Melody Blackhall I can understand him but it’s annoying.
I could hardly hear a thing
I wasnt paying attention to the echo… he’s too cute😍
@@deniseherud all the people saying they couldn't hear a thing need to go to an ENT and get their hearing checked lol!
I started using this a month ago every other day. I thought my face was covered in stinging hornets the first 2 times, but it barely stings now, and appears to have brightened my skin and lightened my age spots. Totally worth the initial discomfort!
Can acne prone skin use it
@@violacomeilmare7200 I imagine it might sting even worse at first on the acne, but from what I understand, vitamin C has great benefits for everyone. Also, it no longer stings at all when I use it, and my skin is definitely improved. For $5.80, give it a try!
@@Kelly_Ben is use this the ordinary vatamin c fist time my skin was burning and stinging this side effect is on first time or all time ?
@@sannanesh5500 it is not only going to sting and cause discomfort the first use it will last a few days or weeks but it will go away with time when your skin will get ajusted to it
@@boomerang0101 i just used it, nothing special, and it took about a week to stop stinging. If you're very sensitive, you can add a bit to your regular moisturizer for a few days to read into it.
Please Dr Lim, the echo in your video is terrible even with the microphone. Please find a room with furniture! Thanks
Agreed!
Seriously love his videos, but agreed!!
Yes, it was very painful to get through the entire video. Plus he speaks very fast, and with the accent, I had a hard time understanding him.
With carpet will help as well.
@@dianavaldez3371 for me as well
Thanks Dr! Don't use Vit. C anymore. Irritation and inflammation were too big for me. It even affects my sinuses. Love Vit. A and Bs!
You need to try THD ascorbic. It has a long chemical name that will come up when you Google it. I could not not tolerate L-Asorbic and found out about this other in my Sunday Riley products. She is the first person I have heard talk about this. Hope this helps!
@@janetmarceau2821 Thanks Janet ! Will look it up. Is it water soluble as well ?
Even with echo I think it’s very understandable🤷🏻♀️
Ikr
Thanks again for a quick and informative rundown! I'd definitely love to see your routine in full as well as a video about azelaic acid!
These reviews are so informative! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience , it’s very much appreciated. I live in the borders of Scotland where we have literally no local dermatologists 😬xx
There are loads in Edinburgh - Dr Nestor or Edinburgh Clinic x
Could you do a video on the ideal skincare routine for someone who’s 20 - would be so helpful!
Love your channel love your advice! Maybe film in another environment because the echo makes it difficult to hear
Thank you
Thank you! The Ordinary is my absolute favorite!!!!
Hi Dr. Davin I love your videos because it is very educational. I was wondering if you can make a video on Vit A for a beginner. Thank you.
Thanks. This has helped me understand why it was so irritating on my very sensitive skin. I also cannot tolerate Retin-A , but luckily Differin works with no irritation. 🤓
Hi Dr. Lim. Thank you for always providing evidenced based information and advice. This question is not related to Vitamin C, but I wasn’t sure how to get this question to you. Have you ever reviewed or have any thoughts on Innotox or Meditoxin? BTW, I’m constantly sharing with my NP friends about your UTube Videos. Love them!!!
Love your videos doc. Echo? Don’t care. You could speak to me in a wind storm, and I would listen intently. Thank you!
Beach Town Reseller lol:)
Hahaha Nice comment
Hi ya, mate! I watched a video of yours last night on Hydra facial and was like... ‘’I wish I could visit your clinic for hydra facial’’ and looked up your clinic.... and realised you’re only 20 minutes away from where I live! I guess everyone on this thread, especially living overseas or out of state, would be annoyed with me! 😅😃😁
Jealous yea
As always thanks Dr. Lim! I get so much good information from you and can’t wait for your next video😊
It's really hard to listen, it echoes! Thank you though!
I thought I was the only that was hearing an echo
I don't hear echo. He is very clearly heard.
Yeah, no more video's in the Dunny
I didn't hear an echo and found it very easy to hear. Perhaps it's your device?
Free advice from a great doctor. Don’t sweat the small stuff.
Hi Dr Davin, Vitamin C should apply in the morning or at night ?
Dr. Davin Lim , is there a product out there to help minimize in large pores? Unfortunately, I struggled to understand this video due to the echoing in background. Thank you so much Dr. Lim !
This vitamin C is really nice, it does make my skin burn a little but it goes away after 30 mins lol.
You havent aged a bit! Looking great Doc! Love from Florida 😎🌴
Why did you choose this version of vitamin c by The Ordinary compared to their other vitamin c product?
Do you suggest morning or evening use?
Hi Dr Davin, does coffee cause aging and is it bad for the skin? Thank you
actually, it contains a lot of antioxidants.everything in moderation is best.
There is actually a lot research says it does aging your skin,of course it doesn’t age you on the same scale of the UV rays or lack of sleep.There is no way I’m going to give up on coffee for some may or may not effects on skin aging,even if it’s true,I will take the chances lol
@@edison27kong Not true, caffeine can actually decrease puffiness in the face, decrease dark spots and eye bags. The same energizing effect it has when you drink it takes place when you use it on your skin.
Dr. I have a question. Are you sure that your mic works correct, cause in the videos a lot of echoes?
As always, very informative! Love the "DAV score" idea!
Hi , I really love your videos. Thanks for sharing. I hope you'll share your ideas when should we use ABC vitamins, moisturizer, spf,facial, retinol and more 😁
I... Loooovveee.... Your... Viiidddeeeeoooooossssssss..... It has made a HUGE difference to my skin with the moisturiser dilution tip with retinol and vitamin c. Your tips on how to act cautionary with these acids has definitely made me feel safer with these acids. Thank you thank you thank you ❤️❤️❤️❤️
thanks for speaking the truth and always giving people valid scientific information unlike many other youtubers
Your video popped up right after I bought the La Roche Posay Vitamin C Serum... well let's see how it goes. Thanks for the advice Doctor!
Dr Davin, what do you think about azelaic acid?
yes. same question from me
It’s depends 10 or 20 percents
@@nicolawilliamsfeng 20% i am using, after a year or more using the ordinary 10% with no visible results
@@elena6918 that's the answer I want!
I’ve used it for past yr/ mainly to stop any acne breakouts and have acne scarring. I would say it’s done nothing for my scars
Love that you give it 5/5 and total 21/30 🥰love the price, love that deciem does not test on animals. Win win for me. ❤️
Janine Dale Do we need moisturizer also,after applying vitamin c? And is it good for oily skin?
sajju gautam I always moisturize and I also make sure now I apply sunblock everyday. I started using ordinary last month and definitely noticed my skin clearer. Hope this helps (: Cheers & to Dr Lim who’s unselfishly sharing his wealth of knowledge towards skin care
Thanksss😊
Bought it and wow..the stings! But after a while my skin craves it so I put in on every morning following with a sunscreen. The Argeraline around my eyes..same story. Would like to try the Niacinamide for better texture, as well. So..thumbs up for those products, but I love his review.
Doc Davin, is it safe to combine niacinamide cream with a low conc of vitamin C serum?
I've heard it's safe but they basically don't work well together, as in neither will work as well than if you hadn't mixed them.
@@Poorstargazer23 Oh, I thought I read that it's good to com one them. Must go back... skincare can be so confusing!
You can use both but it’s recommended to not use it at the same time bc it creates a gummy mixture. The best way to use both is to apply niacinamide the morning and vitamine c at night
Apply ascorbic acid (vit C) during day time. vit C come from fruits n vegetables is an active ingredient (stabile nature) that very powerful antioxidant form among other group of Vitamin and its important for ur skin connective tissue which is help prevent damages from radical of uv rays and another hand which niacinamide alternate to apply this at night time which this acid works well for skin prone acne, reduce pigmentation and skin declaration. Dont ever use to apply them layering. Both acid has different functions. If u apply layering them together, niacin could kill the vit C since its form nature and u cant get the result of vit C benefit even u use for years of product. Same goes for another acid such AHA & BHA and not to mention is Retinol where those of acids do not mix use together in layering with Vit C. Always listen to ur skin whatever that you apply on it.
Thank you so much Dr. Lim. Would you recommend Vitamin C serum for Black American pre menopausal skin during the Winter months when our skin can dry out from forced heating? I don't have skin issues until January, February and March. I was told that Vitamin C would help.
Dr Lim should you put the vitamin c on directly after cleansing before any other serums and/or moisturizer
Dr Davin, great information but please next time maybe try to record your video in place where is no echo :(
Thankyou for the video. I just purchased the Ordinarys pure Ascorbic acid powder. What cream or serum do you suggest I can use it with?
Also, is it safe to use with ALAs and BHAs? I use both glycolic and Salicylic Acid. Thankyou!
You look handsome as always Doctor your under eye skin looks fab, always but it looks way better. Can u share what u been doing differnt?? ❤️
Probably botox. :)
Hhmm under eyes no, not Botox, laser maybe.
@@veehart6600 Maybe? Maybe not? Only Dr. Lim can answer this. ;) My daughter works for a doctor and one of his patient's raved about how young he looked. When the patient was gone the doctor joked it was because of botox. :D
@@norvaz94 he did mentioned pico laser and filler botox
He is asian bitches
Happy New Year Dr. Lim. May i ask what is the difference in vitamin c serum and vitamin c suspension? Thank you
Good day Dr Davin. Thank you for the informative videos. I have some nagging questions that are bothering me. You see, there's this celebrity dermatologist who claims that it is not beneficial to use moisturisers and that we should completely stop using them (unless you live in a cold place or country). She claims that it is better to exfoliate daily (either chemical or physical), then follow up with using retinol or Vit C, and then that's it - no moisturisers involved. She said that this is because moisturisers retain dead skin cells by creating a layer in our skin resulting to clogged pores. She also claims that she has been using Vit A since she was 12 years old. I'm curious what you think about this. Is the claim against moisturisers true and is 12 years old too young or just the right age to start using Vit A? Also, how safe is it exfoliate on a daily basis? Thank you for your time!
another great one. How about the Ordinary Peel they offer. would love to know your thoughts
Good day Doc Davin! Thank you for your content. I've started using ABCs, and microneedling because of your recommendations, and results has been good. I have been approach by an aesthetician, and they recommend Acnelan product line for me. May I know what do you think of Acnelan products by Mesoestetic?
Thank you Dr. Davin,
I am an Esthetician and very much appreciate your knowledge. Please can you do Dav reviews on the following company’s products for anti aging, acne, & hyperpigmentation issues including Melasma (but not only Vit. C creams):
1) NeoStrata (U.S.A.)
2) Exuviance (created by NeoStrata)
3) Dermaceutic (France)
4) Environ (South Africa & U.S.A.)
5) Oxygenetix (U.S.A.) Makeup foundation and moisturizer
Thank you so much!
Do we need moisturizer also,after applying vitamin C? And is it good for oily skin?
Dr. Lim, I have been using The Ordinary's powdered L-Ascorbic acid powder to save money (I was using the Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution). But my skin does NOT like it. I also did not like the version you are talking about because it is very grainy. I was wondering if I could replace it with Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA?
100% vitamin C i aslo dont dare . is too high .
Thanks alot Dr.lim i use vitamin c for its effectiveness as antioxidant what are the substitutes? And could you please reveiw growth factors ,thanks in advance
always waiting for your new video, adding my knowledge on skincare, worth every minute 👍
Thank you. Dr. Dray says Vitamin C is not stable enough to be effective topically. Do you agree>
I use this particular Vit C from The Ordinary. Love it!
Use at night, leave for 5 minutes and add a thin layer of The Ordinary NMF.
My skins so good the next morning 😀
Which. Vitamin c do you use from the ordinary?
Dynamite Dynamite at night the Vit C in Suspension 23%. It is a little grainy, which is why I use at night. If it’s too strong for you at first, mix with a little NMF until your skin is used to it.
I also like The Ordinary MAP 10%, during the day under sunscreen. This has a lovely texture 👍
@@marjonwhite2854 hey, I'm confused. whice one should i buy? I've oily acne prone and sensitive skin. I've never used vit c. I just chemical exfoliate my skin with the ordinary aha bha peeling solution thats the only strong thing I'm used to
Hello, what do you think about ethylated ascorbic acid from the ordinary?
I recently bought some Vitamin C in powder form which I add to my hyurlonic acid that I made at home. Is it as effective as liquid form?
Love your videos Dr! Have you heard of EnerJet for acne scarring?
Dear Doctor Lim, perhaps it will be a better idea to find a less boxy area to record videos to avoid too much echo. Cheers.
Heya, Doc, What's the best "The Ordinary" product for Syringoma? To remove it and prevent it from coming back🥺..
Thanks so much ❤️ from Ph
Doctor may i know
1.the difference between essence and serum
2.which one is better essence and serum?
Thank you doctor because i need so much your answer😊
Hi Doc Davin, is the one from Skicelticals really more effective than the other to justify the Price?
Filming. In his bathrooms!😂😂😂😂good info thank Dr. Lovely👏🏻👏🏻😍💕❤️🇬🇧
Lol
So I've been using vitamin c only (after face wash and toner) on my face for a few months now when I ran out of and got tired of resupplying the other things I usually put on. To my surprise, adult acne healed faster, haven't got new breakouts, PIH got lighter, and I feel like I don't get sick as much anymore even when people are coughing/sneezing at my face. This works for me.
Nice, and can you do a video to help people know what kind of dermatologist to see for acne scars, pigmentation? since we dont all have you around.
Hi Dr. Lim, thanks for the great video about vitamin C. I usually use Vitamin C serum with a Retinol cream at night. Can i use Vitamin C serum with Hydroquinone for treatment melasma? (I do not have sensitive skin). Thanks
i thought using of vitamin c with retinol is completely not recommended..i use retinol but tried to avoid vit c
Hello Dr Lim, what specific products from The Ordinary would you say are good for pigmentation?
Their niaciname is fantastic for hyperpigmentation
Thank you very much .. Id like to ask if you use any buffers with high tca concentrations (cross) .. & frosting should continue for how long ? also what is the best post peel measures to avoid scars & get the best results ?
The only dermatologist i actually trust
Very complete video. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️
Dr. David can we use DIY vitamin C serum I mean with power vit c with glycerin or something. Please reply. Thank you
Dr. Lim, what do you think of the formulation and packing of Joyal Beauty's C serum. 20% C, 1% E, and 0.5% Ferulic Acid. Mine came in an amber bottle with a pump.
I wasn't able to hear even half of what you were saying because there's an echo in this video. Maybe you could adjust the sound? Maybe I missed it, but is that a cream or serum? I have really sensitive, reactive, allergic and eczema prone skin but I can tolerate Vitamin C. I do use a hydrating essence and toner, followed by Differin (as my retinol), then Drunk Elephant TLC Glycolic serum, and their Vitamin C serum right after that. I heard it helps it absorb better and it has really made a difference using it this way.
Hello Dr ..I am from Pakistan..Dr can u plz guide me which laser is best for acne deep scars ..Infini or icon laser..or scars will vanished complete ..or is any other laser for scars ? I am worried about my cheeks scars ..u r the bestest Dr I have ever seen ...please guide me ..luv from pk
Please review the Ordinary 100% Vitamin C powder
That's what I've been using. I would like the Doc's opinion too.
MrEmichan same here.
After 3 weeks of using vitamin c on my black skin , i got black spot that look like malesma on my nose , forehead, and under eye , started small and start spreading. So so visible , and so hard to treat . Will be visiting a dermatologist soon. Have to go out with horrible makeup done by me and so look like ghost .yet those dark mark still pop up 😕
Dr ...ur video is great..but plz dont make videos in empty room..voice sounds lyk echoing....
OMG your skin and your under eyes looks great! Make me jealous 💯 heheh ,please share your skincare rountine with us. :)
I bought the Freshly juiced vitamins by Klairs / wishtrend. Waou ! I am 50yo, with good quality oily thick skin, no wrinkles, but with some big pores on my nose. My big pores are cicatrizing ! I can not believe it. For my skin, layering does not work. Overnight alone is great. before a serum, vitamins, then SPF, is not as efficient. But it is incredible ! I also tried mandelic acid, even better, without the glow given by Vit C.
Love both you and Dr Dray!
Can you please review the new-ish Ordinary vitamin c powder? Is it actually effective? I’m skeptical to try it... but I’d love to stop using my expensive $80 vitamin c serum 😅
Thank you for the great review and video on vit c. I would like to ask about this big hoo haa on blue light claiming to be even more damaging than uva. Is this true and if it’s for concern what are the ingredients that we should be looking for in an spf now w this new guy in town. Some websites claim antioxidants again there are no spf number factors or broad spectrum pa pluses to indicate the amount of blue light ‘cover’ I am practically sitting tight and waiting for the main brands who manufacture spf to respond with a new launch perhaps. The claimed blue light spfs here are s$75 and s$250 onwards which to me hey we need to use a certain amount that’s just too pricey.
The older skin as it loses it volume and support- I would love to know what to use,🤗
Whats about the ordinary vitamin c powder? 100% pure vitamin c, how to use? 🙏
Love your videos. But the sound in this one is not great. Very hard to understand. Too much echo. Thanks for the review.
What do you think about the powder formula from the ordinary ?
+1
I been using it. So far so good I love it.
@@veehart6600 what are you mixing it with?
Nina El I mix mine just with plain hyaluronic acid serum.
Or the buffets hyaluronic I use also 👍🏻
Thanks for explaining this! Do you have advice on what to look out for with how Vitamin C is formulated with? For example the Ordinary has its vitamin c in silicones and some in other non-water carriers
Thank you for this info Dr Davin.❤️ from Boracay Philippines.
Dr.Lim, sorry to be off topic but can you recommend a good dermatologist in Sydney that does what you do in providing Lasers and etc? I wish I live in Brisbane to have a consult. There's so much clinics and dermatologists I can search on the web but not much info or reviews that gives a clear idea if they are reputable or effective.
Will you be doing more laser reviews? There are a number of new ones here in the UK and am v unsure which to go for, for pigmentation/melasma. Thanks!
Thank you! But I agree with other comments, the echoes are distracting. Please fix that in future videos. Thanks again :-)))
Hi Dr Lim! Could you plese review the ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% • Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
Could you do a video on skincare routine/order for AM/PM? Thank youuu!!
..a strange thought - do you think strong vit C could cause Telangiectasia, due to its v low ph? Or is that simply not possible. I am v fond of vit C products, I like the sting :)
I can add the retinol and Niaminacide. No problem. Still trying to find a Vit C that isn’t grainy, oily or stinks or doesn’t absolutely nothing? I need a morning canvas so my makeup doesn’t make me accentuate wrinkles, look shiny or make my pores larger? Maybe niaminacide, peptides sunscreen ? HA makes makeup, float on surface of your skin and you look textured! It is not smooth Makeup moves...trying more products
Hi Doctor Lim..It's a great video..But it was a little difficult to listen because of echoes..
dr, how often should I use Vitamin C?
hello.. what do u think of L Ascorbic Acid in a non-aqueous solution? is it more or less irritating? how does it manage to get into the skin if vitamin c is water soluble?
How about making our own suspension at home with l-ascorbic acid powder in small amounts as it is easily oxidized?
But The Ordinary never uses airless packaging, only dropper bottles and tubes, so that is not good for Ascorbic Acid, Retinol and Granactive Retinoid, right? Grant Industries the manufacturer of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate recommends airless packaging.
Hi doc thanks for the vids.. but i found kinda hard to listen because of the echo in that room. Hope next vids would be much clearer voice
I keep reading astaxanthin is 6,000x stronger than C. Why wouldn’t everyone use or sell this over C? thanks
Hi, is it ok to apply this after using moisturizer? I plan to put it after using cosrx snail cream. Thanks!