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I want to know your opinion about the Good Skin Day's Vitamin C serum!! its so lightweight, 26$ and so easily layerable and seriously brightening my hyperpigmentation i wish more people reviewed it !
Casandra, I would love to see you talk about mineral sunscreen more, things like: the photocatalysis of zinc oxide (ZnO) and titanium dioxide (TiO2). Is the non nano form still a photocatalyst? Do coatings on nano particles work to make the particles photostable or do the coatings go to shit in formulations? What about the different forms of the particles, rutile, anitase etc. What is the uv attenuation of the particles at different sizes? What is the dermal penetration in skin with atypical histologies? And what ingredients should you avoid in a Sunscreen (citrus essential oils and retinyl palmitate come to my mind as they display phototoxicity)? P.S. Love your channel and no nonsense vibes. You call 'em as you see 'em and I really like that. Your info on cosmetic products has more breadth, depth and accuracy than most dermatologists on here btw.
Having sensitive skin, I've always been cautious about trying new skincare products. However, after hearing great things about littleexttera rice berry vit C serum, I decided to give it a shot. I've been using it for about three months now, and I'm extremely pleased with the results. The serum has a gentle formula that hasn't caused any redness on my sensitive skin. It is quickly absorbed and leaves my skin feeling smooth and hydrated. I've noticed improvements in the overall tone and texture of my skin-it looks brighter and more even. I use the serum every morning as part of my skincare routine, and it performs wonderfully under my riceberry sunscreen and makeup. The packaging is straightforward and practical, though I do wish it dispensed a little more product per pump. Despite that small concern, I would recommend this serum to anyone with sensitive skin looking to use Vitamin C in their skin care regimen. It's been a gentle but effective addition to my skincare regimen now.
This vitamin c serum by litttleextra riceberry is amazing. It performs exceptionally well and has reduced my pigmentation a lot. It has no fragrance. Is a good match for my skin.
Omg, you are an angel. I have never heard of this brand and I was literally shocked how affordable their products are. I think, it is my new favourite now
I hate supporting the current brand I’m using (intoxicated trunk animal) but man is that serum good. I’m glad to have more options to try and stop using that terrible brand
Sharing my own anecdotal experience; I think it’s better the Skinceuticals stuff. I had the opportunity to try a couple free samples of the Skinceuticals serum and it’s GREAT but TimelessSkincare kinda ripped off the formula *and* improved on the formula. I think it’s because they use 5% more vitamin c and double the amount of Ferulic acid.
lmao, skinceuticals seems like such a joke IMO. so overpriced and hardly any novel/exceptional ingredients. i managed to get a sample of their $130 triple lipid restore (for only 1.6 ounces!) through some random sample site. i can't believe people are actually paying that much for it. the only good thing about it is a ceramide ranks pretty high in list of ingredients and adenosine, other than that a shit ton of synthetic/chemical ingredients and the rest are for the most part pretty standard. i don't think i'll ever pay $ for any of their stuff!
@@purplespaceship2417 It’s not just about the Ingredients, the composition is equally as important; there’s a reason so many dermatologists use SkinCeuticals
@@crazycatpetera1404 Ingredients are what make up composition?? Granted there's no way of knowing their exact formulation but the ingredients list sure provide a good start and that's exactly what chemists base their reviews of skincare products off of. There are a lot of products skincare brands that carry very similar products with a much lower pricepoint and are equally well-reviewed. If you have insider knowledge about what makes Skinceuticals great please share but from an economic standpoint IMO the pricing isn't justifiable. I feel like a lot of people buy their stuff b/c of strategic ad placement and they don't necessarily have the time/patience to research other comparable options.
@@purplespaceship2417 If that was the case you wouldn’t have almost every Dermatologist using their products all the time. The Ingredient list is a component but the composition and structure of a formula is much more complex which Skinceuticals spend lots of time perfecting.
I love the dear klairs one! It's my favorite vitamin C serum! I've switched to korean skincare with a couple of inkey list products and paula's choice bha exfoliater and their salicylic acid/licorice root booster🖤
Let me know what skin care u use after klairs vit C serum. I like to use vit c serum with the vit e moisturizer from klairs. It really helped my oily skin become more healthy and supple. But i might need more layer of another products for my skincare routine which i still figure out.
I was so excited when I bought and tried the Dear Klairs Vitamin C but unfortunately it broke me out so bad. I believe it was all the fragrance components that are in the product. But I’m eager to try The Ordinary one due to my pigmentation!
@@FrancoMscs I have it but I've always found it really sticky and I can only use it as part of my night time routine. There's no way I could put it on first thing in a morning before my SPF, maybe I'm using too much? I also think it doesn't smell nice at all, it reminds me of meat for some reason. I'm also here looking for a replacement.
I would love to know what you think of the vitamin c with ferulic and vit e from Timeless. I’m asking because I am currently looking for a vit c and ordered that one because it’s available at target online and some say it’s close to the skincuticals one but a fraction of the price. I paid $21 but it hasn’t arrived yet so I can’t say how well it works but I have heard vit c works best with ferulic acid and vit e. Another youtuber did a video testing the ph of a bunch of different popular vit c’s and many of them weren’t at the correct ph to work but the timeless was at the correct ph. I’m hoping it’s not too good to be true since it’s affordable. I’m hoping you approve :)
Yes timesless vit c works I trust Angie completely I order it from Melbourne Australia and their customer service is second to none win win although it costs a heck of a lot more for me
@@vetsai8199 I was going to order from amazon but some customer reviews mentioned when ordering through them that their came leaking or oxidized so I decided to pay a few more bucks and get from target. Sometimes on amazon things are not legit but I think the timeless on amazon may come directly from company I’m not sure.
I've simplified my skincare routine because I'm starting school soon and I'll be on a tight budget. Currently only sunscreen, double cleanse, retinol and a basic AHA. Might include an esscense and vitamin C once I have a bit more disposable income. Edit - I do use a basic moisturizer on nights I dont use retinol since my retinol is in a moisturizer. I only use sunscreen in the morning. My skin doesnt need more moisture in the morning
@@enakshi8729 My thoughts as well! Especially when using a retinol and AHA. Not moisturizing when using these actives is likely to result in dehydrated skin, more irritation and peeling. If on a tight budget I'd recommend going for a moisturizer before buying an essence or vitamin C. There are definitely a lot of good inexpensive moisturizers out there. I believe Dr Dray recently made a video with moisturizer suggestions under 10 or 7$.
@@meganepelletier853 I don't know what products this person uses but for example, I use a retinol that is formulated in an oil form so I don't need to layer anything on top and it won't dry me out. Sunscreen is also sufficiently moisturizing for the morning so I don't and to be honest can't layer a moisturizer underneath. I think I'm in the minority but my skin can only take 2 (one toner/essence or serum and one a bit heavier product like sunscreen or moisturizer/oil) products on top of each other so I have to simplify things and pick multifunctional products.
yes ✨ I’ve been feeling called to add a vitamin c to my routine and have been researching them / watching vids to discover which one may be best for me - this video was so helpful !!! I’ve been feeling drawn to the skin & lab vitamin c serum .. but I do need to make a glossier order and since I have dry skin I might try their super glow! tysm x
The Clairs one is doing wonders to my sensitive and super-oily skin! I put my bottle inside the box it comes with and keep the whole boxed bottle inside my freeze! No sign of oxidation and OH BOY, I LOVE THIS SERUM ALREADY.
I store it the same way and it did clean up my acne-prone skin a bit. (I'm a guy and hit the gym, and due to whey protein powder consumption, I'm prone to breakouts, etc. This stuff helped me reduce the number of undesirables on my face)
I have a question about the one you mentioned with dimethicone. I like that feel on my skin, but always wonder whether moisturizers over that can penetrate. I feel as if dimethicone products would be last before foundation (like a primer). Does that matter?
Duh! Because they are not being paid by them. Send some vitamin m, and they won't shut up about it. Sometimes its disgusting how hypocrite influencers can be.
I think it’s interesting that no on other than Hot and Flashy talks about the Timeless brand Vit C. So many people in comments always rave about it yet there’s never any thoughts on it from anyone else other than a sponsored influencer. 🤔
There are some legit small youtubers that rave about it. I have used that and Paula’s choice and imo it’s better than paula’s choice and more affordable
I've used the Dear Klairs vitamin c serum along with their vitamin e mask and that is the one and only time I've ever noticed a beautiful and substantial change to my skin. I am a little worried my skin got "used to it" though, but maybe I was using other products that influenced that. Also, I LOVE their supple preparation toner it is amazing for dry skin it has a nice light smell but it is not overbearing, as someone who does not like fragrance in skincare, their products are good for sensitive, dry skin people who hate fragrance!
There’s no need to use an extra product with vitamin c serum as long as your multi-antioxidant serum has at least 5% L-ascorbic acid and is stabilized. In modern days, *all* of the best vitamin c serums are multiantioxidant serums because antioxidants often work synergistically to enhance each other’s effects. Vitis Vinifera, Tocopherol, Ferulic Acid, Green Tea extract & Sodium Metabisulfite are examples of additional antioxidants that are often thrown into the mix
I knew you'd love the Dear Klairs. I love it too and to date, the best vitamin C serum i tried. It literally disappeared my marks and the price is worth it
@@hafizamaria3714 try storing it in the fridge or make sure that its not getting any light or heat. Also, dont try to stretch it into 4 months... just use it up and dont apologize for having it finished within 2 months. (Skincare is self care!)😁 hope this helps and best of luck!
Been using timeless for over a year but my skincare obsessed self has been dying to try a new one 👀👀 I always end up down the research hole and going back to tried & true. Ready to be brave👀
How about the Timeless Vitamin C serum? Not all the ones mentioned are readily available from Europe so would love to see Timeless reviewed as well as Geek & Gorgeous.
I think timeless vitamin C serum isn’t available in Europe well at least not here in Germany but i am using the one from geek and georgous and it does give me glow but i can’t compare it to other vitamin c serums because it is my first vitamin C ever lol, I wanna try new ones maybe the glow recipe one but it is sold out for now
@@rezaakbari1773 @Reza AK it used to be! I'm in Germany too so that's why it had been recommended to me. I was in the US recently so I bought it to try out. I think you can still order directly from their site and they'll ship here and it looks like it's listed on yesstyle to my surprise. I'm pretty new to Vit C serums as well so I'm hoping Geek and Gorgeous is one I will like because it's not pricey and easy to get.
I LOVE Geek and Gorgeous's Vitamin C it's like only $15. In the past i bought Timelesss but i felt it was too strong on my skin( which never happens for a vitamin c and the bottle was leaky), and Maelove- which was good. But, with G&G i feel like my skin liked it the best. ONLY downside is shipping to the US( u need to spend $70 for free shipping or pay for shipping)- but i ordered 4 things from G&G i wanted to try so it worked out! But, its a good quality Vitamin C for sure so i hope they become popular to sell it in US stores one day! My problem with Vitamin C is i never finish more than 1/2 the bottle before it starts going bad so i wanted a cheaper one.
I just got the PC C15 superbooster and so far I’m loving it! I also have used Sunday Riley CEO glow oil and wonder how it compares to others on this list. I liked it as an oil but not sure if the vitamin C actually did much for my skin over the course of using it.
I tried the Jumiso one and I didn't see a big difference on my skin. Totally agree with Cassandra on this one, it is very good for a first time Vitamin C, I used because it was the very first serum I incorporated into my skincare routine before I moved to a higher concentration and served its purpose. I have oily acne-prone skin and it didn't break me out or irritated my skin.
I’ve seen no influencers talking about this brand but I literally just came across it last week because I was wondering why so few brands make vitamins C in *airless pump* packaging because of how prone to oxidization it is! *Timeless Vitamin C 20% + 1% E + 1% Ferulic Acid serum* - Looks like a very good but much more affordable replica of SkinCeutical and comes in an AIRLESS PUMP! Which means much slower oxidation!! And its *less than $100 for a massive 4oz* The brand is also super sustainable (all their bottle packaging is recyclable - either ordinarily or thru terracycle - things like airless pump) and *cruelty free* - I think it deserves a Cass-Pass doesn’t it?? It’s also a Californian brand! Why no influencers in this circle never mention anything from this brand? Is it just because they are not sponsoring??
@@SuperPuddingcat thanks for the confirmation! i just ordered right before i first commented / when this video first came out, very much looking forward to it!
@@alicecgong Melano CC is a korean option , completely airless (you CANNOT get more than 1 drop out at a time) so it will not oxidize even if it takes 6,9 months or more to complete use it up! About 13$ for what I estimate to be 8 month supply. AMAZING VALUE
I am using the Ordinary vit C serum, but is was too strong for my face (sensitive rosacea skin). I experienced tingling, redness and itchyness 😖 But it works really well on reducing the fine lines on my chest area! ☺️
@@zeroheroes4081 try Facetheory brand. It’s based in UK. I found it by accident and so grateful I did. It’s amazing and not crazy expensive. Cruelty free too!
Using also Dear Klairs, at first I thought it would be oily and will make me break out. But surprisingly, it absorbs nicely. Though I can see on the inside cap that it is oxidizing. I ordered a second bottle because it works and gave a good glow.
the best budget friendly ascorbic acid serum that i have tried was "geek and gorgeous c-glow" it's formulated with vitamin E and ferulic acid but it's sooo watery and gets absorbed in seconds while it helped with my PIE/PIH! i wish you could try that too 🦋
Yessss finally someone loves the dear klairs vit C as much as I do!! Have you tried the ‘jelly balm’ version of the serum? It’s such a good version for the winter dryness (I’m super oily and acne prone too)
I wish you had mentioned Skinceuticals CE Ferulic. I got it on sale and it was good, but I can't afford to repurchase. My concern is fading existing pigmentation rather than just stopping it from spreading. Also, SR CEO and Drunk Elephant. As I have tried those, it would help to know where they fit in this list. Thanks!
it's interesting that vitamin c serums increase the efficiency of sunscreen! I somehow thought it made the skin more sensitive to the sun lol but I probably mixed it up with retinol haha
what is your take on the dollar tree line of facial products? Skin Nutrition Botanicals Vitamin C Serum, 1 oz. is their c serum. perhaps you could do a video about this line's effectiveness. my guess is it isn't close to being anything let alone ALL THAT. but maybe you'll help us discover a diamond for a dollar! well, $1.25. they raised their prices after covid... thanks so much! 🕊💕📿🕯
All you see is serum after serums! Everytime there's a new skin serum! You look on Pinterest there's hundreds of them! My goodness! Some of them don't even work! They're very costly up to 100 dollars! Love your content!! Thank you!!😳😳😳😳😳😳😳
I bought and tried the dear klairs and it made my skin okay but i am also on other products so i dont know what is making it better. anyhow, the dear klairs , yep it burns if u have rosacea this product is not for u. out of the shower then applying this .. oh boy ,, u going to be red a f. it feels like a hot liquid and if u get it on your lips ,, its salty and it burns. it feels i dont know funky if u dont like burning feeling. but it does the vitamin job i think , i am new to vitamin c and skincare. I came back for the unicorn but after rewatching. the 52 dollar one that claims higher vita c or the vita a,b,c,e,d,f,g looking like the better 2nd option to try. and btw i came back for the unicorn smelling one because i want the biitches and hoes to smell me and go .. yea i smell good. XD
You're absolutely amaziiiiing, Cassandra!🤩 ❤️ I admire you greatly! it's such a shame some of the great products you present are only available in the U.S. or the U.K. 😒
I use the Melano CC vitamin C serum and I love it because the packaging is amazing and it absorbs quickly. Plus I was shocked at being able to see results so quickly with my hyperpigmentation! Please do a review
That was a brilliant, very informative video, thanks!! But I must say that the Indeed Labs is my absolute favorite. I love everything about it, fantastic texture and instant absorbtion. Doesn't irritate my sensitive acne prone skin and it fades my hyperpigmentation day by day ;) It just goes to show how individual skincare is, even among similar skin types.
I bought the La Roche Posay Pure Vitamin C10 serum on an impulse as I have been trying to experiment with a better skincare routine lately and I would love to hear your thoughts about that! I know you don't recommend the company since it is not cruelty-free (which I just found out as I have come across your videos and have been binge-watching them these past couple of days) but maybe you've heard something about it from a trusted source or something. Love your vids!
@@paolandre Hi, it was leaving my face feeling a bit sticky. I experimented on the amount used to make sure I'm using very little but there was no improvement and I actually got more blemishes than usual (I have combination skin). So I changed my skincare routine again and left it out. I hope it's a good fit for you though! Good luck :)
@@paolandre I stopped using it altogether. I tried one from the body shop as well but my skin didn't react well to it and I gave up on it. I then changed my cleanser as well as I went for the salicylic cleanser from inkey list which worked well for me (at least during summer months) but doesn't do well with vitamin C. Right now during the winter months, I am using Dr. babor products which are much more expensive but I'm making each bottle last! I'm sorry I can't be of much help in this regard. Hopefully you'll find something that works for you :)
one of her best videos I thought, really levelled up the content and editing and made this really interesting to watch with some of the facts mentioned and the product variation 🙌
Hi Cassandra! This is extremely random- I had a malignant melanoma 3 years ago (I know, yikes.) and was told by my Derm. not to use any products with EGF. The thought process being: EGF speeds up cell growth- including any cancerous cell growth. Have you ever heard anything like that? It's not like EGF is in a lot of products so I've never had a problem avoiding it, but I always wondered if there was really any consensus on skin cancer and using EGF. I just thought of this because of the Inkey List EGF / Vit. C product you mentioned.
As a biochemist, yes. You should avoid it as the justification is true. With malignant tumors, the last thing you need is sped up and irregular cellular reproduction.
I use The Ordinary one right now, every other evening, after Mandelic Acid (alternating it with Retinol 0.2 in Squalane). The effect of this has been amazing for brightening my skin overall and for the pigmented spots. And I adore the smell, it smells like freshly squized grapes in the fall, when the wine is made. I cannot wear it under sunscreen, it does feel a bit oily for me, so it is a PM routine step. It goes well under The Ordinary's Natural moisturizing factors, which for some reason I absolutely love.
Yes! Dear Klairs Vitamin C is fantastic. It’s my very first vitamin C and I am so glad it is because it truly works so well. Even though I have dry and sensitive skin it still works great for me! I can’t tell you how it brightens my whole entire face the next day and just give this fantastic glow!
Hey Cass, first of all I love your channel so much! You seem to be such a great person :) I really trust your opinions and I believe your content is pure gold - not biased, serious and exhaustive. I would love if you could analyze & scrutinize ingredients on demand. That would give us - european people - the possibility to hear your opinion (which is greatly valued) on products that are not available to yourself. Think about it - simple (for you) list of ingredients -> rating & a couple of comments. I would loooooveeeee that and would like to pay for that kind of a service!! cheers
so since vitamic c gets oxidized when kept in sunlight... whenever i order any products, they always arrive at my house from the delivery truck extremly warm (it's 40C here💔). so in this case, would my vitamin c product be considered ineffective and i shouldn't use it?? my klairs vitamin c serum finished and i want to order it again but im worried about the heat oxidizing it😔 help?😔
I started using Dear Klairs vitamin c a week ago and I am loving it. I am also acne prone so was hesitant at first but no breakouts, no irritation. I am actually seeing how it is brightening my skin in a week. Though serum heating up kind of freaked me out at first.
I just got obsessed with skin care during this pandemic and just found out vitamin c serums are the bomb! I got the klair vitamin c serum! Haven’t tried it yet! But looking forward!
I had a disagreement with my esthetics instructor the other day. In my schooling they say never use vitamin c during the day cause it causes photosensitivity. But I always apply it before my SPF because science! Glad to know I'm not the only one
Sorry but I disagree with people who say to use face moisturizers for your eyes. Some ppl with really sensitive eyes like me can’t handle that. My eyes feel painful if I don’t use a hydrating eye cream
I’ve had really good results with Boots brand Vitamin C serum, and also their Niacinamide serum. I like it because they’re inexpensive, like 8 bucks a piece, and I can get them right at Target. They work really well! I saw a good reduction in my hyperpigmentation acne scars in just one month. I just bought the Revolution Vitamin C serum, and their Niacinamide serum today at Ulta. I noticed they had 15% Vit C and 20% Niacinamide, so I wanted to try those higher potency serums. Hopefully they work even better than the Boots brand I was using last month! 🙏🏼🤞🏼
What about Mad Hippie? Only Vitamin C that works for my extreme sensitive Rosacea skin… Klairs overall is a horrible brand for my skin. Same with the Ordinary. Those two brands and K beauty in general gave me contact dermatitis, ruined my skin barrier and led to Rosacea💀💀💀 I have used Wishtrend’s Vitamin C, but on the fence with that one. It also came leaked, and a tad bit too strong. Mad Hippie is using a more stable version so it can be stored in room temperature and not the fridge.
I agree with you! The Klairs serum is the best one on the market and it's definitely affordable. Applying it once a day, it lasts me more than 2 months. My skin has never looked this good 😄
I have always had dry, sensitive skin with eczema (the eczema has gotten better with age and living in the desert). I would get pimples but mostly around my temple area. Anyway, I started using the patch birth control and I would lay out in the sun, so I developed hyperpigmentation and the more I laid out, the worse it got. I finally stopped when the skin above my upper lip started turning brown 👀. So I needed to find something. Now, this was back about oooohhh saayyy, about 12 years ago…this sales lady at Ulta recommended this product made by L’Oréal. It was a serum that had ascorbid acid as one of the top ingredients and it had this beautiful, pearlescent, shimmery glow to it (nothing crazy but it did make your skin luminous and it was soooo pretty!) Anyway, within a week I began to notice my skins pigmented spots start to disappear. I used it once a day everyday. When I came back about a month later to buy more, they stopped carrying it 😭. Almost as soon as I stopped using it my dark spots returned. I kept my face out of the sun as much as possible and would use foundation with SPF since I hated the greasy and stinging sensation from using straight sunscreen. Anyway, I haven’t been able to find the serum anywhere and if anyone has any suggestions on what to use I’m all ears. I’ve been a fan of Korean beauty for about 3 years and I’ve tried different things here and there as well as Oil of Olay, Neutragena, Garnier, even L’Oréal vitamin C Revitalift and Roc. None of them have worked. I gently wash my face at bedtime and in the morning. Ive been using Sweet Chef oak milk latte cleanser and Sweet Chef Vitamin C bright spot tonic and it’s worked but only a little bit. I’ve tried brightening serum and retinoid cream from Admire My Skin and it didn’t do anything. I exfoliate maybe twice a month and never ever go without Ponds moisturizer every time I wash my face, which I have been using since the 8th grade. I haven’t changed that up because my skin needs that very thick moisturizer to soak in. Ok this is so long and I apologize. TL;DR I need to find something comparable to that L’Oréal vitamin C serum. The current one in the red tube does nothing for my skin. The shimmery serum was the only one that really works for me. Any suggestions please let me know!
I have dry, sensitive skin with rosacea and I’m using two toners right now that my skin is loving!! The I’m from Rice Toner, this is formulated with rice extract and is very gentle and hydrating. Then the other is Cosrx Propolis Synergy Toner, formulated with black bee extract, this toner helps to soothe and calm irritation and helps to reduce redness!! Both toners are fragrance-free!! Hope this helps! Good luck and have a great weekend!
I've been using the minimlist one since it was the one I could afford, I used it to get rid of acne marks and so far I've used it for 2 weeks and the marks are getting a lot lighter. I'm 16 so I also get a lot of teenage acne but the pimples now don't leave marks :)
Yo the vitamin c pineapple thing from glow recipe broke me out so bad 😭😭😭. It reminded Me of the sister company u mentioned. It was the exact viscosity. I really wanted to love it because I love every other GR product lol 😭😭😭
21:00 I tried TO Ascorbic acid + alpha arbutin one. My cheeks develop this weird red patch about 30 minutes after applying. I don't know what it is, this serum does not irritate me even a little bit, but my skin becomes red and a small acnes breakout specifically in that red area (nowhere else). I like the serum itself, but the weird red thing stays for like 1/2 hours and then disappears. IDK what to do.
@Hello It's K the Timeless C E ferulic is sadly unavailable in the UK and EU at the moment. This is due to a regulatory issue with one of the ingredients in the formula as opposed to stock availability. Crossed fingers we can buy soon!
Have you used the other vit c from Pacifica? The Sea &C love, it is my favorite one. It doesn't have the glycolic acid so I can use it in the mornings.
Oh my goodness I adore you 😍 You have seriously gotten me through lockdown like you have NO idea just binge watching all of the good good 😆 lol! Your endless knowledge is turning this little cyster 👭 into a skintellectual 👩🔬 & I LOVE IT! If you see this comment 🤞🏻 Do you think you could do a video on how to tighten loose skin after weight loss 📉 & treat or minimise stretch marks? It's seriously affecting my mental health 😢 I've no idea what treatments or products to use & sadly the UK 🇬🇧 doesn't have access to dermatologist like the US 💔 Literally praying my wish is granted 🙏 Lots of love, A Butterfly 💙🦋💙 x x
Love Good Molecules vitamin c powder mixed with their niacinamide toner or the alpha arbutin essence from Naturium. The Ordinary ascorbic acid + arbutin did great on my skin. Finally Naturium vitamin c serum is nice on my skin. I didn't like the TruSkin vitamin c didn't see a difference after using 2 bottles over a 6 month period.
Wow, this was incredibly helpful. I have never tried a vitamin C serum but I get pretty dramatic hyperpigmentation from acne, scrapes, cuts, wounds, bruises, etc. Time for me to add another Ordinary serum! Thank you for explaining the science-it saves me the energy of looking up information on ncbi
I have bad hyperpigmentation from acne scars. I started using a Vitamin C serum, and a Niacinamide serum and they have dramatically reduced my acne scars on my face! I highly recommend them. I was using “Boots” brand for both of those, because they’re very inexpensive and can be bought right at Target. I think they were like 8 bucks a piece. I saw great results from them! Today I decided to buy a different brand of Vit C and Niacinamide serums. Revolution brand has higher percentages of Vit C and higher percentage of Niacinamide in their serums so I wanted to try that. Hopefully they work as well as the Boots brand
You didn’t mention which type of Vic C for each product. I thought we loved science here ☹️ I know enough to know they aren’t all equal and that a derivative is weaker but less irritating (thanks to you)
I recently discovered Vitamin C Mac primer and I looove how it works under the make up or sunblock and give a very nice glowing texture to my skin. Is a oil but doesnt make the skin greasy but moisture on point.
I stepped up to the Klairs vitamin C serum from The Ordinary Ethylated Ascorbic Acid after your recommendation from an earlier video, and I'm now hooked. The formulation is just *so* much better and absorbs so nicely, and wierdly despite being a much lower % (5% vs 15%) it looks like it's brightening my skin more. (don't worry, I'm still going to use the Ordinary one on my arms and back it won't go to waste)
I just started with Ethylated Ascobic Acid from The Ordinary. Just today actually! I chose that from their line because I read it was the most stable of derivatives from their line up. Is that why you used it in the first place too?
Hi Cassandra!! Thank you for all the great information. You always make it easier to digest and understand what’s in skincare products. I was wondering have you tried Advanced Clinicals vitamin c serum?
I’m surprised you ranked the ordinary so high. I love the formula. More for winter then summer because it does have an “oily” fee but omg the smell I cannot get over. I have washed it off before bed because of the smell. It did work great but I switched to the inky list.
Vitamin C Products:
Sweet Chef Ginger + Vitamin C Serum go.magik.ly/ml/1857n/
Pacifica Glow Baby Vitamin C shop-links.co/1743647443862983970
Glossier Super Glow Magnesium Vitamin C Serum go.magik.ly/ml/1857z/
Beauty Pie Vitamin C Capsules - shop-links.co/1743648442094074852
This is not sponsored but I have worked with them in the past! Back then they were kind enough to provide $50 off for any of these products with code CASSANDRASENTME
Jumiso Vitamin C shop-links.co/1743647664989340011
Indeed Labs Vitamin C shop-links.co/1743647515577471594
Covey Vitamin C shop-links.co/1743647810768584579
Wander Beauty Vitamin C shop-links.co/1743648157202290965
The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% Vitamin C shop-links.co/1743648541276484604
Inkey List EGF Vitamin C shop-links.co/1743647850840981762
Dear Klaris Vitamin C shop-links.co/1743647825072617591
4:25 Sweet Chef
6:14 Indeed labs
8:22 Glossier
10:14 Pacifica
12:00 Jumiso
13:39 Covey
16:00 Wander Beauty
18:27 The Inkey List
20:02 The Ordinary
22:08 Beauty Pie
23:50 Dear Klairs
I love my Klaris! I look forward to watching this after class!!
I want to know your opinion about the Good Skin Day's Vitamin C serum!! its so lightweight, 26$ and so easily layerable and seriously brightening my hyperpigmentation i wish more people reviewed it !
Casandra, I would love to see you talk about mineral sunscreen more, things like: the photocatalysis of zinc oxide (ZnO) and titanium dioxide (TiO2). Is the non nano form still a photocatalyst? Do coatings on nano particles work to make the particles photostable or do the coatings go to shit in formulations? What about the different forms of the particles, rutile, anitase etc. What is the uv attenuation of the particles at different sizes? What is the dermal penetration in skin with atypical histologies? And what ingredients should you avoid in a Sunscreen (citrus essential oils and retinyl palmitate come to my mind as they display phototoxicity)?
P.S. Love your channel and no nonsense vibes. You call 'em as you see 'em and I really like that. Your info on cosmetic products has more breadth, depth and accuracy than most dermatologists on here btw.
15:07 You’re the best 😂
We love you Cassie
This was my favorite part
Having sensitive skin, I've always been cautious about trying new skincare products. However, after hearing great things about littleexttera rice berry vit C serum, I decided to give it a shot. I've been using it for about three months now, and I'm extremely pleased with the results. The serum has a gentle formula that hasn't caused any redness on my sensitive skin. It is quickly absorbed and leaves my skin feeling smooth and hydrated. I've noticed improvements in the overall tone and texture of my skin-it looks brighter and more even. I use the serum every morning as part of my skincare routine, and it performs wonderfully under my riceberry sunscreen and makeup. The packaging is straightforward and practical, though I do wish it dispensed a little more product per pump. Despite that small concern, I would recommend this serum to anyone with sensitive skin looking to use Vitamin C in their skin care regimen. It's been a gentle but effective addition to my skincare regimen now.
This vitamin c serum by litttleextra riceberry is amazing. It performs exceptionally well and has reduced my pigmentation a lot. It has no fragrance. Is a good match for my skin.
Would love the retinol version of this video!
YES PLEASE
Trentinoin from Dermatica. $20 a month and by far the most effective
PLEASE BIG YESSS
YESS I NEED THIS
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍aaa
4:25 Sweet Chef
6:14 Indeed labs
8:22 Glossier
10:14 Pacifica
12:00 Jumiso
13:39 Covey
16:00 Wander Beauty
18:27 The Inkey List
20:02 The Ordinary
22:08 Beauty Pie
23:50 Dear Klairs
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Thank you!
Thank you so so much! I just don’t understand why youtubers just don’t add timestamps for such long videos ugh
Thank you so much!
Thank you !
I’ve been considering trying a vitamin c so this is super helpful!
Bonus points for using an image of actual Bergamot fruit.
What are your thoughts on Youth to the people Vitamin C + Clean caffeine energy serum?
if you’re from europe, the geek&gorgeous C-glow is a dupe for the skinceuticals CE Ferulic….. for 10,50€ thank me later ;))
Omg, you are an angel. I have never heard of this brand and I was literally shocked how affordable their products are. I think, it is my new favourite now
Many thanks! 😁 Bought it today!
not me becoming a skinfluencer lmaoo
@@ergnasn their calm down toner is AMAZING
hi! i live in germany, where do you normally buy this product? i can only find it on sketchy online stores :(
I hate supporting the current brand I’m using (intoxicated trunk animal) but man is that serum good. I’m glad to have more options to try and stop using that terrible brand
Intoxicated trunk animal, omg I'm dead 😂😂😂
🥴 🐘 💀 😂
Wait, why is the brand bad? I use stuff from them, too😩
@@jennistone8740 Cassandra and Hyram both have a video on that company and why they are 💩
@@AnshikaSingh-ny3ur 🤣😂🤣😂
I’d love to know your opinion on the timeless vitamin c,e,ferulic acid.
Same! I use skinceuticals but my wallet can't handle it. I've heard this is the closest dupe since the formula is patented
Completely irrelevant but the stock video of someone applying a serum on makeup and touching the face with the dropper made me cringe really hard
yes, droppers in general are a bad idea with Vit C...
What do you think of the timeless 20% vitamin c e ferulic acid?
Sharing my own anecdotal experience; I think it’s better the Skinceuticals stuff. I had the opportunity to try a couple free samples of the Skinceuticals serum and it’s GREAT but TimelessSkincare kinda ripped off the formula *and* improved on the formula. I think it’s because they use 5% more vitamin c and double the amount of Ferulic acid.
Best one with actual proof is not included, sad.
I love it!
@@TheRhala which one?
WHY does *no one* want to review Timeless? Not just their C E Ferulic, but ANY of their products?
This is so worth not paying attention to my online class 😝
D's get degrees :p
RT🤣✌
I just finished my course. Good luck, do your assignments early and study hard for exams! (learn from my mistakes lol)
@@dave9401 I needed that Thank you
Lmao
What about Skinceuticals? Theirs smells like hot tires and costs as much as 4 new tires.
lmao, skinceuticals seems like such a joke IMO. so overpriced and hardly any novel/exceptional ingredients. i managed to get a sample of their $130 triple lipid restore (for only 1.6 ounces!) through some random sample site. i can't believe people are actually paying that much for it. the only good thing about it is a ceramide ranks pretty high in list of ingredients and adenosine, other than that a shit ton of synthetic/chemical ingredients and the rest are for the most part pretty standard. i don't think i'll ever pay $ for any of their stuff!
Try MAELOVE The Glow Maker for $27.95 very similar ingredients - no smell, instant glow.
@@purplespaceship2417 It’s not just about the Ingredients, the composition is equally as important; there’s a reason so many dermatologists use SkinCeuticals
@@crazycatpetera1404 Ingredients are what make up composition?? Granted there's no way of knowing their exact formulation but the ingredients list sure provide a good start and that's exactly what chemists base their reviews of skincare products off of. There are a lot of products skincare brands that carry very similar products with a much lower pricepoint and are equally well-reviewed. If you have insider knowledge about what makes Skinceuticals great please share but from an economic standpoint IMO the pricing isn't justifiable. I feel like a lot of people buy their stuff b/c of strategic ad placement and they don't necessarily have the time/patience to research other comparable options.
@@purplespaceship2417 If that was the case you wouldn’t have almost every Dermatologist using their products all the time. The Ingredient list is a component but the composition and structure of a formula is much more complex which Skinceuticals spend lots of time perfecting.
I love the dear klairs one! It's my favorite vitamin C serum! I've switched to korean skincare with a couple of inkey list products and paula's choice bha exfoliater and their salicylic acid/licorice root booster🖤
Let me know what skin care u use after klairs vit C serum. I like to use vit c serum with the vit e moisturizer from klairs. It really helped my oily skin become more healthy and supple. But i might need more layer of another products for my skincare routine which i still figure out.
Is the Klairs vit C oily?
@@ohbbyelena yes it is more on the oily side but dries down well if u don't layer too fast. I layer relatively fast since my skin is dry.
I was so excited when I bought and tried the Dear Klairs Vitamin C but unfortunately it broke me out so bad. I believe it was all the fragrance components that are in the product. But I’m eager to try The Ordinary one due to my pigmentation!
I can't stand The Ordinary Vitamin C serum. I'm here to find a new one
@@FrancoMscs I have it but I've always found it really sticky and I can only use it as part of my night time routine. There's no way I could put it on first thing in a morning before my SPF, maybe I'm using too much? I also think it doesn't smell nice at all, it reminds me of meat for some reason. I'm also here looking for a replacement.
Same !
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on Covey!!!!!
Uhm....are you that model????
@@DWPersianExcursion yes she is 😭
@@lunahagmayer3892 omg! MAYBELLINE
Emilyyyyy
@@DWPersianExcursion yeeees. Covey is her own skincare brand. ❤️❤️❤️
I would love to know what you think of the vitamin c with ferulic and vit e from Timeless. I’m asking because I am currently looking for a vit c and ordered that one because it’s available at target online and some say it’s close to the skincuticals one but a fraction of the price. I paid $21 but it hasn’t arrived yet so I can’t say how well it works but I have heard vit c works best with ferulic acid and vit e. Another youtuber did a video testing the ph of a bunch of different popular vit c’s and many of them weren’t at the correct ph to work but the timeless was at the correct ph. I’m hoping it’s not too good to be true since it’s affordable. I’m hoping you approve :)
Yes timesless vit c works I trust Angie completely I order it from Melbourne Australia and their customer service is second to none win win although it costs a heck of a lot more for me
You can get it for as little as $17.40 from Amazon!
@@vetsai8199 thank you
@@vetsai8199 I was going to order from amazon but some customer reviews mentioned when ordering through them that their came leaking or oxidized so I decided to pay a few more bucks and get from target. Sometimes on amazon things are not legit but I think the timeless on amazon may come directly from company I’m not sure.
@@candicecandice5389 Sometimes, they have third party sellers, and sometimes THEY are not reputable!
I've simplified my skincare routine because I'm starting school soon and I'll be on a tight budget. Currently only sunscreen, double cleanse, retinol and a basic AHA. Might include an esscense and vitamin C once I have a bit more disposable income.
Edit - I do use a basic moisturizer on nights I dont use retinol since my retinol is in a moisturizer. I only use sunscreen in the morning. My skin doesnt need more moisture in the morning
No moisturiser???
@@enakshi8729 My thoughts as well! Especially when using a retinol and AHA. Not moisturizing when using these actives is likely to result in dehydrated skin, more irritation and peeling. If on a tight budget I'd recommend going for a moisturizer before buying an essence or vitamin C. There are definitely a lot of good inexpensive moisturizers out there. I believe Dr Dray recently made a video with moisturizer suggestions under 10 or 7$.
@@meganepelletier853 I don't know what products this person uses but for example, I use a retinol that is formulated in an oil form so I don't need to layer anything on top and it won't dry me out. Sunscreen is also sufficiently moisturizing for the morning so I don't and to be honest can't layer a moisturizer underneath. I think I'm in the minority but my skin can only take 2 (one toner/essence or serum and one a bit heavier product like sunscreen or moisturizer/oil) products on top of each other so I have to simplify things and pick multifunctional products.
that seems complicated to me LOL
@@imawakemymindisalive13 😂 then you should see mine!
yes ✨ I’ve been feeling called to add a vitamin c to my routine and have been researching them / watching vids to discover which one may be best for me - this video was so helpful !!! I’ve been feeling drawn to the skin & lab vitamin c serum .. but I do need to make a glossier order and since I have dry skin I might try their super glow! tysm x
The Clairs one is doing wonders to my sensitive and super-oily skin! I put my bottle inside the box it comes with and keep the whole boxed bottle inside my freeze! No sign of oxidation and OH BOY, I LOVE THIS SERUM ALREADY.
I have to put it in frig ? i dont want to put it in frig.
I store it the same way and it did clean up my acne-prone skin a bit.
(I'm a guy and hit the gym, and due to whey protein powder consumption, I'm prone to breakouts, etc. This stuff helped me reduce the number of undesirables on my face)
@Mckinley F’des thank you so much, I love this vitamin C too but the last time it did oxyde too early
I have a question about the one you mentioned with dimethicone. I like that feel on my skin, but always wonder whether moisturizers over that can penetrate. I feel as if dimethicone products would be last before foundation (like a primer). Does that matter?
I wonder the same thing
I would like an answer to that too
I would like to know that too!
Silicone derivatives such as dimethicone are permeable, therefore, your perspiration can get OUT, and your moisturizer can get IN.
@@vetsai8199 thanks. ~
Highly popular Vitamin C’s that TH-camrs pretend don’t exist: Mad Hippie and Timeless
Yes! I’ve been using Mad Hippie’s for a couple months now and I love it! Brightened up by skin within a week with zero irritation
Duh! Because they are not being paid by them. Send some vitamin m, and they won't shut up about it. Sometimes its disgusting how hypocrite influencers can be.
What is the consistency of the MH one? Water based? Oil based?
@@gianninal5455 first ingredient on the list is deionized water so i think water based? vegetable glycerin is in there as well.
@@alannatulman9437 I meant more from a user experience. Runny and quick absorbing or more body and slower absorbing like an oil?
I think it’s interesting that no on other than Hot and Flashy talks about the Timeless brand Vit C. So many people in comments always rave about it yet there’s never any thoughts on it from anyone else other than a sponsored influencer. 🤔
There are some legit small youtubers that rave about it. I have used that and Paula’s choice and imo it’s better than paula’s choice and more affordable
I've been using Timeless since 2013, before everybody started using vitamin c and producing so many brands, and I haven't seen anyone talk about it.
For me, i dont see any changes for my skin
@@shayry5724 You aren't really supposed to see changes. You'll see your face results in the future. Depends on how old you are now.
@@AnnaMaria-oy1fp ???this is vitamin C..you are supposed to look brighter after a period of use..if not what's the point 💀🤣
I've used the Dear Klairs vitamin c serum along with their vitamin e mask and that is the one and only time I've ever noticed a beautiful and substantial change to my skin. I am a little worried my skin got "used to it" though, but maybe I was using other products that influenced that. Also, I LOVE their supple preparation toner it is amazing for dry skin it has a nice light smell but it is not overbearing, as someone who does not like fragrance in skincare, their products are good for sensitive, dry skin people who hate fragrance!
Wonder where the Timeless Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid falls on this spectrum?
Idk why no big influencers in this circle talk about that brand much?
@@alicecgong because they don’t get paid by timeless! I have been using this Vit c and it’s as effective as any expensive Vit c
So many of us use Timeless Vit C amd/ or Maeloves's the Glowmaker, but none of the young influencers mention them.
I use glowmaker but I don’t even know if it actually works lol
I thought that was weird too, I thought she would mention timeless
@@KaiiiYuh I knew right away. My skin brightened up within a week.
@@zoeberry33 maybe I need something stronger then 😭
glowmaker didn't do anything for me either. Switched to timeless recently and it seems to be a bit better
What are your thoughts on MaeLove’s “The Glow Maker”. Should I use a separate Vitamin C? It has in it but it’s an antioxidant serum.
Glow Maker IS a vitamin C serum. It contains 15% l ascorbic acid
This one broke my skin out
@@modernenergy682 ah thanks! :)
There’s no need to use an extra product with vitamin c serum as long as your multi-antioxidant serum has at least 5% L-ascorbic acid and is stabilized.
In modern days, *all* of the best vitamin c serums are multiantioxidant serums because antioxidants often work synergistically to enhance each other’s effects.
Vitis Vinifera, Tocopherol, Ferulic Acid, Green Tea extract & Sodium Metabisulfite are examples of additional antioxidants that are often thrown into the mix
I knew you'd love the Dear Klairs. I love it too and to date, the best vitamin C serum i tried. It literally disappeared my marks and the price is worth it
I’m so glad to hear good reviews on the klairs! I just bought my first bottle and am so excited to try it!
I did not liked it. I use Skinceuticals C ferulic and it, s so expensive. But it lasts long and really works.
Hi can you plz suggest me how I keep it safe because mine klairs serum turns yellow after usage of 4 month😒
@@hafizamaria3714 try storing it in the fridge or make sure that its not getting any light or heat. Also, dont try to stretch it into 4 months... just use it up and dont apologize for having it finished within 2 months. (Skincare is self care!)😁 hope this helps and best of luck!
@@khiahahaha thank you dear it means alot for me🧡🧡
Been using timeless for over a year but my skincare obsessed self has been dying to try a new one 👀👀 I always end up down the research hole and going back to tried & true. Ready to be brave👀
Maelove glow?
@@jesssc402 is that a vit c serum?
I love the Timeless Vit C!
@@melissab7138 tis old faithful
Isn’t that the most affordable and golden formula??
How about the Timeless Vitamin C serum? Not all the ones mentioned are readily available from Europe so would love to see Timeless reviewed as well as Geek & Gorgeous.
I think timeless vitamin C serum isn’t available in Europe well at least not here in Germany but i am using the one from geek and georgous and it does give me glow but i can’t compare it to other vitamin c serums because it is my first vitamin C ever lol, I wanna try new ones maybe the glow recipe one but it is sold out for now
@@rezaakbari1773 @Reza AK it used to be! I'm in Germany too so that's why it had been recommended to me. I was in the US recently so I bought it to try out. I think you can still order directly from their site and they'll ship here and it looks like it's listed on yesstyle to my surprise.
I'm pretty new to Vit C serums as well so I'm hoping Geek and Gorgeous is one I will like because it's not pricey and easy to get.
@@isw_1214 please let me know about your experience with different vitamin C serums 😄
I LOVE Geek and Gorgeous's Vitamin C it's like only $15. In the past i bought Timelesss but i felt it was too strong on my skin( which never happens for a vitamin c and the bottle was leaky), and Maelove- which was good. But, with G&G i feel like my skin liked it the best. ONLY downside is shipping to the US( u need to spend $70 for free shipping or pay for shipping)- but i ordered 4 things from G&G i wanted to try so it worked out! But, its a good quality Vitamin C for sure so i hope they become popular to sell it in US stores one day! My problem with Vitamin C is i never finish more than 1/2 the bottle before it starts going bad so i wanted a cheaper one.
@@rezaakbari1773 It's available on Amazon.
I've been using the Paula's Choice C15 booster and quite like it. If only it was cheaper, especially with the US to CAD conversion. 😬
Me too, and it is actually way better than the one from dear klairs. I´m a little bit confused why it didn´t make the list
Me too!! Been using it for years now and I soooo hoped she‘d talk about it... I wonder if she doesn‘t like it!?🤔
I relate so much with that currency conversion!! ✋😩
I just got the PC C15 superbooster and so far I’m loving it! I also have used Sunday Riley CEO glow oil and wonder how it compares to others on this list. I liked it as an oil but not sure if the vitamin C actually did much for my skin over the course of using it.
You just missed the first and best one : SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic:-(
And it’s fabulous dupe from MAELOVE💖
Its expensive tho
I tried the Jumiso one and I didn't see a big difference on my skin. Totally agree with Cassandra on this one, it is very good for a first time Vitamin C, I used because it was the very first serum I incorporated into my skincare routine before I moved to a higher concentration and served its purpose. I have oily acne-prone skin and it didn't break me out or irritated my skin.
the vitamin c from Klairs it has only 5% it is a serum for beginners too
@@lotussavage1283 is the klairs vitamin c serum good for senstive skin??
@@ApesLover1 yess
I’ve seen no influencers talking about this brand but I literally just came across it last week because I was wondering why so few brands make vitamins C in *airless pump* packaging because of how prone to oxidization it is! *Timeless Vitamin C 20% + 1% E + 1% Ferulic Acid serum* - Looks like a very good but much more affordable replica of SkinCeutical and comes in an AIRLESS PUMP! Which means much slower oxidation!! And its *less than $100 for a massive 4oz*
The brand is also super sustainable (all their bottle packaging is recyclable - either ordinarily or thru terracycle - things like airless pump) and *cruelty free* - I think it deserves a Cass-Pass doesn’t it?? It’s also a Californian brand! Why no influencers in this circle never mention anything from this brand? Is it just because they are not sponsoring??
What is The brand?
Angie from Hot and Flashy uses and talks about Timless Vitamin C and she got me on to it. It’s a good product and reasonably priced!
@@SuperPuddingcat thanks for the confirmation! i just ordered right before i first commented / when this video first came out, very much looking forward to it!
@@alicecgong Melano CC is a korean option , completely airless (you CANNOT get more than 1 drop out at a time) so it will not oxidize even if it takes 6,9 months or more to complete use it up! About 13$ for what I estimate to be 8 month supply. AMAZING VALUE
I had this serum and it was okay, it didn’t make my skin very glowy. There are better serums out there.
I am using the Ordinary vit C serum, but is was too strong for my face (sensitive rosacea skin). I experienced tingling, redness and itchyness 😖 But it works really well on reducing the fine lines on my chest area! ☺️
Did you find a good Vitamin C serum for your rosacea?
@@zeroheroes4081 try Facetheory brand. It’s based in UK. I found it by accident and so grateful I did. It’s amazing and not crazy expensive. Cruelty free too!
I would love to hear your thoughts on the Avene Aoxitative Defence Serum. Also I'm especially loving the content you've been uploading recently ❤
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Using also Dear Klairs, at first I thought it would be oily and will make me break out. But surprisingly, it absorbs nicely. Though I can see on the inside cap that it is oxidizing. I ordered a second bottle because it works and gave a good glow.
Timeless 20% Vit-C serum is my favorite ❤️
Timeless CE Ferulic acid. The new packaging is bomb. Compared to the old dropper bottle:)
Mine too! I actually love the watery texture. ❤️
the best budget friendly ascorbic acid serum that i have tried was "geek and gorgeous c-glow" it's formulated with vitamin E and ferulic acid but it's sooo watery and gets absorbed in seconds while it helped with my PIE/PIH! i wish you could try that too
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Yessss finally someone loves the dear klairs vit C as much as I do!! Have you tried the ‘jelly balm’ version of the serum? It’s such a good version for the winter dryness (I’m super oily and acne prone too)
I wish you had mentioned Skinceuticals CE Ferulic. I got it on sale and it was good, but I can't afford to repurchase. My concern is fading existing pigmentation rather than just stopping it from spreading. Also, SR CEO and Drunk Elephant. As I have tried those, it would help to know where they fit in this list. Thanks!
Cassandra doesn't likes Drunk elephant
Would love to hear your thoughts on the Timeless Vitamin CE Ferulic Acid!
That's one of the BEST!
They changed their container to yellow plastic. I don't like them anymore
it's interesting that vitamin c serums increase the efficiency of sunscreen! I somehow thought it made the skin more sensitive to the sun lol but I probably mixed it up with retinol haha
what is your take on the dollar tree line of facial products?
Skin Nutrition Botanicals Vitamin C Serum, 1 oz. is their c serum. perhaps you could do a video about this line's effectiveness.
my guess is it isn't close to being anything let alone ALL THAT. but maybe you'll help us discover a diamond for a dollar! well, $1.25. they raised their prices after covid...
thanks so much! 🕊💕📿🕯
All you see is serum after serums! Everytime there's a new skin serum! You look on Pinterest there's hundreds of them! My goodness! Some of them don't even work! They're very costly up to 100 dollars! Love your content!! Thank you!!😳😳😳😳😳😳😳
I’ve been watching videos on vitamin c for the past hour and I see this…coincidence? I think not
Same!!
I was looking for VitC products on Sephora when the notification popped up 😂
I bought and tried the dear klairs and it made my skin okay but i am also on other products so i dont know what is making it better. anyhow, the dear klairs , yep it burns if u have rosacea this product is not for u. out of the shower then applying this .. oh boy ,, u going to be red a f.
it feels like a hot liquid and if u get it on your lips ,, its salty and it burns.
it feels i dont know funky if u dont like burning feeling.
but it does the vitamin job i think , i am new to vitamin c and skincare.
I came back for the unicorn but after rewatching. the 52 dollar one that claims higher vita c or the vita a,b,c,e,d,f,g looking like the better 2nd option to try.
and btw i came back for the unicorn smelling one because i want the biitches and hoes to smell me and go .. yea i smell good. XD
You're absolutely amaziiiiing, Cassandra!🤩 ❤️ I admire you greatly!
it's such a shame some of the great products you present are only available in the U.S. or the U.K. 😒
Yes Maria I agree !!
I'm in Australia and shipping prices can be horrendously expensive !!!!🤑🤑🤑🤑🤭🤭🤭😘😘😘
if u are in europe, try geek and gorgeous! its honestly so good
@@leander8840 thank you lovely !!
But I'm in Australia!!!!😄😄😄😄😘😘😘😘😘
@@tass5797 oooo dang xD I tried ^^
@@leander8840 thank you so much !!!!!😘😘😘😘😘😘
I use the Melano CC vitamin C serum and I love it because the packaging is amazing and it absorbs quickly. Plus I was shocked at being able to see results so quickly with my hyperpigmentation! Please do a review
have you tried the premium version of it? i can’t decide which one to buy.
That was a brilliant, very informative video, thanks!! But I must say that the Indeed Labs is my absolute favorite. I love everything about it, fantastic texture and instant absorbtion. Doesn't irritate my sensitive acne prone skin and it fades my hyperpigmentation day by day ;) It just goes to show how individual skincare is, even among similar skin types.
I bought the La Roche Posay Pure Vitamin C10 serum on an impulse as I have been trying to experiment with a better skincare routine lately and I would love to hear your thoughts about that! I know you don't recommend the company since it is not cruelty-free (which I just found out as I have come across your videos and have been binge-watching them these past couple of days) but maybe you've heard something about it from a trusted source or something. Love your vids!
Hi! I just bought that one too. Can you please share with me your thoughts about it? It has been a year since you commented this video. Thanks 😊
@@paolandre Hi, it was leaving my face feeling a bit sticky. I experimented on the amount used to make sure I'm using very little but there was no improvement and I actually got more blemishes than usual (I have combination skin). So I changed my skincare routine again and left it out.
I hope it's a good fit for you though! Good luck :)
@@MsAsdferas Thanks for your answer ☺️ which vitamin C are you using right now? I also have combinate skin with acne 😢
@@paolandre I stopped using it altogether. I tried one from the body shop as well but my skin didn't react well to it and I gave up on it. I then changed my cleanser as well as I went for the salicylic cleanser from inkey list which worked well for me (at least during summer months) but doesn't do well with vitamin C. Right now during the winter months, I am using Dr. babor products which are much more expensive but I'm making each bottle last!
I'm sorry I can't be of much help in this regard. Hopefully you'll find something that works for you :)
I would really like to see your recommendation for body sunscreens. 🦋
one of her best videos I thought, really levelled up the content and editing and made this really interesting to watch with some of the facts mentioned and the product variation 🙌
I actually do have sensitive skin but do love the Klairs Vitamin C serum, it doesn't sting at all which is a usual reaction as mentioned :)
sweet chef stung my skin :( i was really excited for it but my sensitive skin said no maam
Hi Cassandra! This is extremely random- I had a malignant melanoma 3 years ago (I know, yikes.) and was told by my Derm. not to use any products with EGF. The thought process being: EGF speeds up cell growth- including any cancerous cell growth. Have you ever heard anything like that? It's not like EGF is in a lot of products so I've never had a problem avoiding it, but I always wondered if there was really any consensus on skin cancer and using EGF. I just thought of this because of the Inkey List EGF / Vit. C product you mentioned.
Hello, do you know if it’s safe to use a serum for the growth of your eyebrows? Or by what products do you mean with EGF
What is Egf?
As a biochemist, yes. You should avoid it as the justification is true. With malignant tumors, the last thing you need is sped up and irregular cellular reproduction.
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I use The Ordinary one right now, every other evening, after Mandelic Acid (alternating it with Retinol 0.2 in Squalane). The effect of this has been amazing for brightening my skin overall and for the pigmented spots. And I adore the smell, it smells like freshly squized grapes in the fall, when the wine is made. I cannot wear it under sunscreen, it does feel a bit oily for me, so it is a PM routine step. It goes well under The Ordinary's Natural moisturizing factors, which for some reason I absolutely love.
Which one exactly from the Ordinary are you using, please? I know they have so many and I don't know which one would be best for me..
@@sultanachowdhury6610 Hey I think they were talking about the one mentioned in the video, the Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% Vitamin C
I had the same experience and I was thinking about using it as a pm routine, thanks!
Yes! Dear Klairs Vitamin C is fantastic. It’s my very first vitamin C and I am so glad it is because it truly works so well. Even though I have dry and sensitive skin it still works great for me! I can’t tell you how it brightens my whole entire face the next day and just give this fantastic glow!
When do you use it? Day or night?
Hello, I’m currently using Biossance Vitamin C what are your thoughts on this brand 🦋
You're very knowledgeable. Girl, you can talk.
Hey Cass, first of all I love your channel so much! You seem to be such a great person :) I really trust your opinions and I believe your content is pure gold - not biased, serious and exhaustive. I would love if you could analyze & scrutinize ingredients on demand. That would give us - european people - the possibility to hear your opinion (which is greatly valued) on products that are not available to yourself. Think about it - simple (for you) list of ingredients -> rating & a couple of comments. I would loooooveeeee that and would like to pay for that kind of a service!! cheers
so since vitamic c gets oxidized when kept in sunlight... whenever i order any products, they always arrive at my house from the delivery truck extremly warm (it's 40C here💔). so in this case, would my vitamin c product be considered ineffective and i shouldn't use it??
my klairs vitamin c serum finished and i want to order it again but im worried about the heat oxidizing it😔 help?😔
I started using Dear Klairs vitamin c a week ago and I am loving it. I am also acne prone so was hesitant at first but no breakouts, no irritation. I am actually seeing how it is brightening my skin in a week. Though serum heating up kind of freaked me out at first.
Is it still working for you? I have acne prone skin and scared of trying new products
what happen to your face now?
Hey we want updates 😁
Does it have long term effects
I just got obsessed with skin care during this pandemic and just found out vitamin c serums are the bomb! I got the klair vitamin c serum! Haven’t tried it yet! But looking forward!
Did it work for you?
I had a disagreement with my esthetics instructor the other day. In my schooling they say never use vitamin c during the day cause it causes photosensitivity. But I always apply it before my SPF because science! Glad to know I'm not the only one
Sorry but I disagree with people who say to use face moisturizers for your eyes. Some ppl with really sensitive eyes like me can’t handle that. My eyes feel painful if I don’t use a hydrating eye cream
I put Vaseline at night on my eyelids in my lips and under my eyes. It’s been a game changer for me.
@@AlixanderiaShayWellnessdoes that help with fine lines/wrinkles?
I’ve had really good results with Boots brand Vitamin C serum, and also their Niacinamide serum. I like it because they’re inexpensive, like 8 bucks a piece, and I can get them right at Target. They work really well! I saw a good reduction in my hyperpigmentation acne scars in just one month. I just bought the Revolution Vitamin C serum, and their Niacinamide serum today at Ulta. I noticed they had 15% Vit C and 20% Niacinamide, so I wanted to try those higher potency serums. Hopefully they work even better than the Boots brand I was using last month! 🙏🏼🤞🏼
What about Mad Hippie? Only Vitamin C that works for my extreme sensitive Rosacea skin… Klairs overall is a horrible brand for my skin. Same with the Ordinary. Those two brands and K beauty in general gave me contact dermatitis, ruined my skin barrier and led to Rosacea💀💀💀 I have used Wishtrend’s Vitamin C, but on the fence with that one. It also came leaked, and a tad bit too strong. Mad Hippie is using a more stable version so it can be stored in room temperature and not the fridge.
I agree with you! The Klairs serum is the best one on the market and it's definitely affordable. Applying it once a day, it lasts me more than 2 months. My skin has never looked this good 😄
Yeah but it is very expensive
hellooo! do you use it during the day or night? or day and night???
@@heynanamin2469 you can use it both day and night but using it during the day is better
@@bunnniel thank yoouuu!! 💗💗💗💗
I have always had dry, sensitive skin with eczema (the eczema has gotten better with age and living in the desert). I would get pimples but mostly around my temple area. Anyway, I started using the patch birth control and I would lay out in the sun, so I developed hyperpigmentation and the more I laid out, the worse it got. I finally stopped when the skin above my upper lip started turning brown 👀. So I needed to find something. Now, this was back about oooohhh saayyy, about 12 years ago…this sales lady at Ulta recommended this product made by L’Oréal. It was a serum that had ascorbid acid as one of the top ingredients and it had this beautiful, pearlescent, shimmery glow to it (nothing crazy but it did make your skin luminous and it was soooo pretty!) Anyway, within a week I began to notice my skins pigmented spots start to disappear. I used it once a day everyday. When I came back about a month later to buy more, they stopped carrying it 😭. Almost as soon as I stopped using it my dark spots returned. I kept my face out of the sun as much as possible and would use foundation with SPF since I hated the greasy and stinging sensation from using straight sunscreen. Anyway, I haven’t been able to find the serum anywhere and if anyone has any suggestions on what to use I’m all ears. I’ve been a fan of Korean beauty for about 3 years and I’ve tried different things here and there as well as Oil of Olay, Neutragena, Garnier, even L’Oréal vitamin C Revitalift and Roc. None of them have worked. I gently wash my face at bedtime and in the morning. Ive been using Sweet Chef oak milk latte cleanser and Sweet Chef Vitamin C bright spot tonic and it’s worked but only a little bit. I’ve tried brightening serum and retinoid cream from Admire My Skin and it didn’t do anything. I exfoliate maybe twice a month and never ever go without Ponds moisturizer every time I wash my face, which I have been using since the 8th grade. I haven’t changed that up because my skin needs that very thick moisturizer to soak in. Ok this is so long and I apologize.
TL;DR I need to find something comparable to that L’Oréal vitamin C serum. The current one in the red tube does nothing for my skin. The shimmery serum was the only one that really works for me. Any suggestions please let me know!
How about Timeless Vitamin C?
Can I use different types of Vitamin C (s ) on different days?
2:48 droper is touching face.
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She is just a seller she is not honest anymore
What are your thoughts on the Paula’s Choice C15 Booster?
I do have a advise question... looking to get a toner for sensitive rosacea normal to dry skin.. any advise?..... thank you beauties!
I have dry, sensitive skin with rosacea and I’m using two toners right now that my skin is loving!! The I’m from Rice Toner, this is formulated with rice extract and is very gentle and hydrating. Then the other is Cosrx Propolis Synergy Toner, formulated with black bee extract, this toner helps to soothe and calm irritation and helps to reduce redness!! Both toners are fragrance-free!! Hope this helps! Good luck and have a great weekend!
@@crissyanderson6495 Thank I will search for them now!
YES I’ve been using the Klairs Vitamin C for a couple years now and I’m obsessed with it 😍
This Jumiso vitamin C serum is available in India for 48 dollars 😭😭😭😭 every brand is so expensive here and our salaries are 1/4th to yours.
I've been using the minimlist one since it was the one I could afford, I used it to get rid of acne marks and so far I've used it for 2 weeks and the marks are getting a lot lighter. I'm 16 so I also get a lot of teenage acne but the pimples now don't leave marks :)
Yo the vitamin c pineapple thing from glow recipe broke me out so bad 😭😭😭. It reminded Me of the sister company u mentioned. It was the exact viscosity. I really wanted to love it because I love every other GR product lol 😭😭😭
i don’t have anything witty to comment tonight so here’s a series of emojis that correlate (or not idk) 🍓🦋💕🥺🐈🍑✨
I am so ready for this!! Been waiting for this video!! Thank you Cass 💙💙💙🦋
21:00 I tried TO Ascorbic acid + alpha arbutin one. My cheeks develop this weird red patch about 30 minutes after applying. I don't know what it is, this serum does not irritate me even a little bit, but my skin becomes red and a small acnes breakout specifically in that red area (nowhere else). I like the serum itself, but the weird red thing stays for like 1/2 hours and then disappears. IDK what to do.
Why doesn’t anyone ever talk about Timeless?
fr that's the one i was interested in, i'd like to hear her thoughts about it in comparison to the ones she's already reviewed
@Hello It's K the Timeless C E ferulic is sadly unavailable in the UK and EU at the moment. This is due to a regulatory issue with one of the ingredients in the formula as opposed to stock availability. Crossed fingers we can buy soon!
Have you used the other vit c from Pacifica? The Sea &C love, it is my favorite one. It doesn't have the glycolic acid so I can use it in the mornings.
Oh my goodness I adore you 😍 You have seriously gotten me through lockdown like you have NO idea just binge watching all of the good good 😆 lol!
Your endless knowledge is turning this little cyster 👭 into a skintellectual 👩🔬 & I LOVE IT!
If you see this comment 🤞🏻
Do you think you could do a video on how to tighten loose skin after weight loss 📉 & treat or minimise stretch marks? It's seriously affecting my mental health 😢 I've no idea what treatments or products to use & sadly the UK 🇬🇧 doesn't have access to dermatologist like the US 💔 Literally praying my wish is granted 🙏 Lots of love, A Butterfly 💙🦋💙 x x
Love Good Molecules vitamin c powder mixed with their niacinamide toner or the alpha arbutin essence from Naturium.
The Ordinary ascorbic acid + arbutin did great on my skin. Finally Naturium vitamin c serum is nice on my skin.
I didn't like the TruSkin vitamin c didn't see a difference after using 2 bottles over a 6 month period.
Your voice is so soothing thank you for this!
Hi, just a quick question: Should I only use a benzoyl peroxide with only white heads? Not including the inflammed red bumps?
Wow, this was incredibly helpful. I have never tried a vitamin C serum but I get pretty dramatic hyperpigmentation from acne, scrapes, cuts, wounds, bruises, etc. Time for me to add another Ordinary serum! Thank you for explaining the science-it saves me the energy of looking up information on ncbi
I have bad hyperpigmentation from acne scars. I started using a Vitamin C serum, and a Niacinamide serum and they have dramatically reduced my acne scars on my face! I highly recommend them. I was using “Boots” brand for both of those, because they’re very inexpensive and can be bought right at Target. I think they were like 8 bucks a piece. I saw great results from them! Today I decided to buy a different brand of Vit C and Niacinamide serums. Revolution brand has higher percentages of Vit C and higher percentage of Niacinamide in their serums so I wanted to try that. Hopefully they work as well as the Boots brand
You didn’t mention which type of Vic C for each product. I thought we loved science here ☹️
I know enough to know they aren’t all equal and that a derivative is weaker but less irritating (thanks to you)
I recently discovered Vitamin C Mac primer and I looove how it works under the make up or sunblock and give a very nice glowing texture to my skin. Is a oil but doesnt make the skin greasy but moisture on point.
Imma need the best skinceuticals C+E ferulic y’all
I stepped up to the Klairs vitamin C serum from The Ordinary Ethylated Ascorbic Acid after your recommendation from an earlier video, and I'm now hooked. The formulation is just *so* much better and absorbs so nicely, and wierdly despite being a much lower % (5% vs 15%) it looks like it's brightening my skin more.
(don't worry, I'm still going to use the Ordinary one on my arms and back it won't go to waste)
I just started with Ethylated Ascobic Acid from The Ordinary. Just today actually! I chose that from their line because I read it was the most stable of derivatives from their line up. Is that why you used it in the first place too?
Sodium ascorbyl phosphate prevents sebum oxidation and is antimicrobial
Hi Cassandra!! Thank you for all the great information. You always make it easier to digest and understand what’s in skincare products. I was wondering have you tried Advanced Clinicals vitamin c serum?
I use Advanced Clinicals vitamin c serum on my neck, and the Ordinary Vit C on my face.
I've been using the Vitamin C Moisturizer by TruSkin and I see a difference in my skin. I have dry skin. Any thoughts on that brand?
I’m surprised you ranked the ordinary so high. I love the formula. More for winter then summer because it does have an “oily” fee but omg the smell I cannot get over. I have washed it off before bed because of the smell. It did work great but I switched to the inky list.
Same here, I even smelled it on my pillowcase .