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Dial up skin’s defense and boost brightness in one shot with this featherweight serum bursting with 30% Vitamin C. Our Restorative Vitamin C Serum is formulated with ethyl ascorbic acid, a form of Vitamin C specially selected because it is highly stable. This means it may help protect skin against damage-causing environmental aggressors for longer. Over time, Vitamin C’s helps hydrate and smooth skin while calming inflammation and improving resiliecy to give skin a brighter, refreshed look.
Vitamin C is a co-enzyme that supports healthy functions in the body and the skin such as collagen synthesis and assisting in antioxidant protection against-UV induced photo damage. [1,2]
While normal skin contains high concentrations of vitamin C, reports indicate that vitamin C levels are lower in aged or photodamaged skin. [2,3,4,5] Furthermore, since the outermost layer of the skin, the epidermis, lacks the blood vessels that normally deliver nutrients to cells and has limited movement of fluids between cells, it is likely that Vitamin C obtained through diet alone is not easily able to reach the skin.[2] This reinforces the importance of topical Vitamin C as a way for skin to reap its full benefits.
Key Ingredients
Vitamin C can benefit a variety of skin types. Due to its potential anti-inflammatory effect, Vitamin C may also help in treating inflammatory skin conditions like acne and and rosacea. It can promote the skin’s healing process and prevent post-inflammatory discoloration. [6,7] Vitamin C may also help lock-in hydration by supporting the skin’s ability to protect itself from water loss. [8,9]
When used as part of a daily skin care regimen, vitamin C may encourage collagen synthesis, increasing skin’s resiliency and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Vitamin C may help reduce inflammation and related redness and works to reinforce the skin’s natural barrier, locking in moisture for softer and more supple skin.
The Vitamin C form used in Skin Chemistry solutions, known as ethyl ascorbic acid, is optimized for skin care products due to its ability to provide consistent and stable benefits for a longer duration. When choosing a topical Vitamin C product, it’s very important to choose one that comes in an airless pack. Exposure to air, causes oxidation in vitamin C, reducing its potency over time and causing discoloration to the formula.
Gluten free. Cruelty free. Vegan. Oil free. Free from sulfates, parabens, phalates, synthetic dyes and from listed cosmetic allergens. Fragrance Free.
Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Propanediol, Lactic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Lactate, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Disodium EDTA.
Restorative Vitamin C Serum How To
First Step
Apply to skin that has been freshly cleansed with any Skin Chemistry cleanser.
Second Step
Pump serum into hands and smooth over face and neck in an upward motion until completely absorbed.
Third Step
Follow with your favorite Skin Chemistry moisturizer. We recommend Ceramide Moisturizer for deep skin hydration and barrier support.
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Scientific Citations
- 1. National Institutes of Health: Office of Dietary Supplements. (2019) Vitamin C. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminC-HealthProfessional/
- 2. Pullar, J. M., Carr, A. C., & Vissers, M. (2017). The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Health. Nutrients, 9(8), 866. doi:10.3390/nu9080866
- 3. Rhie G, Shin MH, Seo JY, Choi WW, Cho KH, Kim KH, Park KC, Eun HC, Chung JH. Aging- and photoaging-dependent changes of enzymic and nonenzymic antioxidants in the epidermis and dermis of human skin in vivo. J Invest Dermatol. 2001 Nov;117(5):1212-7. Erratum in: J Invest Dermatol 2002 Apr;118(4):741. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11710935
- 4. Shindo Y, Witt E, Han D, Epstein W, Packer L. Enzymic and non-enzymic antioxidants in epidermis and dermis of human skin. J Invest Dermatol. 1994 Jan;102(1):122-4. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8288904
- 5. Takamura Y, Seki H, Kasaoka C, Kono T, Murai T. Angiogenic tumor in the small intestine. A case report and review of the literature published in Japan. Gastroenterol Jpn. 1975;10(4):342-50. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1241946
- 6. Traikovich SS. Use of topical ascorbic acid and its effects on photodamaged skin topography. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1999 Oct;125(10):1091-8. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10522500
- 7. Farris PK. Cosmetical Vitamins: Vitamin C. In: Draelos ZD, Dover JS, Alam M, editors. Cosmeceuticals. Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology. 2nd ed. New York: Saunders Elsevier; 2009. pp. 51–6.
- 8. Savini I, Catani MV, Rossi A, Duranti G, Melino G, Avigliano L. Characterization of keratinocyte differentiation induced by ascorbic acid: protein kinase C involvement and vitamin C homeostasis. J Invest Dermatol. 2002 Feb;118(2):372-9. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11841559
- 9. Boyce ST, Supp AP, Swope VB, Warden GD. Vitamin C regulates keratinocyte viability, epidermal barrier, and basement membrane in vitro, and reduces wound contraction after grafting of cultured skin substitutes. J Invest Dermatol. 2002 Apr;118(4):565-72. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11918700
Sara67 –
I use this serum as a part of my nighttime routine and it has really been a great treatment for my hyperpigmentation and I am starting to see it fade. I also like that this serum is more gel-like, it goes on easily and absorbs quickly into my skin leaving it feeling nice and soft.
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Belinda –
I purchased this serum with the hopes it would even out my skin tone as I have brown spots, mainly on my forehead. I have to say that in just a few short weeks I am starting to notice a difference and my skin is looking brighter and the spots are starting to fade. The reason I gave this serum 4 stars not 5 stars is b/c it is a little thick, but other than that it really is a wonderful serum and I will keep using it.
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SophR –
I have hyperpigmentation and light acne scars and I have heard that vitamin c serum is a helpful in clearing those issues up so I thought I would give it a try. Its only been 1 month but I am starting to noice a difference, my skin is looking brighter and more supple and I am glad that decided to give this product a try.
I will continue using it and I hope to continue to see even more results.
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Marisa –
I love the feeling of the serum on my skin, and how it’s made my skin look more even, with less discoloration
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April K. –
My good friend told me about Skin Chemistry and this serum and she couldn’t stop raving about it so I decided to give it a try. Love it!! My skin has never felt or looked better and skin tone is so much more even now, I used to have so many brown spots and they are all starting to fade. This serum is truly the best!. I also love how this brand is cruelty-free, for me that is very important. I will definitely be purchasing other Skin Chemistry products, so happy I found this brand.
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Kayla –
This serum really did wonders for my dark spots, I can honestly say that they are so much lighter, almost not noticeable, so I am very pleased. The only reason I gave it 3 stars is b/c it feels a little sticky, other than that it I am pleased with this serum and I will continue to use it.
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Ashleigh –
This is a lovely serum and I really like how it has 30% vitamin c. My skin has been looking so dull and tired for a while now and since I started using this product I am noticing a difference. I mainly use it at night but I think I am going to start using it in the morning as well.
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Cheryl N. –
I have been using this serum for a few weeks now and I have noticed a difference in my skin, it does look brighter and feels softer but I have so many brown spots on my face from sun damage that I have a long way to go, but so far so good, I will definitely continue to use it.
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Gerri –
I really love this serum and it really does a great job of brightening the skin. The only reason I gave this serum 4 stars is b/c it feels is a little sticky.
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Michelle –
This serum has taken years off my skin, the brown spots have diminished and my skin is so much softer and definitely brighter. Miracle in a bottle!!
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Ashley –
Miracle worker!! My skin has never looked brighter or felt softer, this product will be a staple in my routine forever!
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Gwen –
If you were a sun worshipper like me and started developing brown spots over the years then this serum is for you!! It does a fabulous job of diminishing the spots and brightening the skin. A must have in your skincare routine.
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Maddie –
This serum is amazing, it is actually very refreshing. The vitamin c in this serum helped my skin tremendously. I have tried several different prescription products from my Dermatologist and nothing seemed to help with my melasma and my skin always looked so dull and I felt it looked dirty b/c of the melasma. Since I started using this serum I have noticed a huge improvement in my skin. My skin is brighter and the melasma has diminished significantly, I no longer feel self-conscious. The best serum ever and such and the price point is phenomenal!!! Thank you Skin Chemistry for saving my skin!
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nv –
There may be magic in this little bottle. I use this serum under my eyes, and it creates an immediate appearance of smoothness and firm skin. It creates perfectly primed skin that keeps foundation smooth.
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Karen Michaels –
Thank you Skin Chemistry for making this product!! It has helped tremendously with diminishing my brown spots!
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LS –
This serum did wonders for my skin! Not only is my skin softer and more hydrated but my Melasma is almost gone!
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