Timeless Skin Care Vitamin C Serum with Vitamin E & Ferulic Acid - Brightening Serum - for Oily & Dry Skin - Fragrance-Free - 1 oz

(update Sept 2015: continue to use this and have tried competitor products, it works and I am quite old! but skin looking good!)Reputable dermatologists say there are only a few active ingredients out there that are proven to do anything beneficial for the skin besides moisturize it (which Crisco or vaseline could do too!) , no matter what hype the cosmetic companies put out. One of those is vitamin C.(Caution: don't use a Vit C product at the same time as Retinols (Retin A or OTC Retinol products like Roc etc), or Glycolic acids, or beta acids (salicylic etc). Use the Vit C in the a.m. and the others in the PM, sometimes even that will be too irritating for some skins. At the least put a few hours between applications of acidic products!).I heard about this product first on a skin care forum I belong to, as I am a sort of hobby aesthetician and makeup artist and always looking for something to help my own aging skin. I use a derma roller (many brands and most are about the same, needle size is the key difference), and this product used in concert with it really has helped stimulate collagen (the disappearance which is what causes skin to look 'aged' , when the padding beneath the surface begins to degrade and so the skin hangs like an empty balloon).I have been using it off and on for several months, and also got some for sisters and friends. In everyone's case I have seen an improvement in skin tone, and definitely a subtle 'plumping' effect. It's not a miraculous overnight remedy, (nothing like that exists in a bottle!), but it does help over time, and you'll see some difference within a couple weeks.Also important is that the manufacturer is using a DARK glass bottle. First because Vitamin C breaks down with exposure to light, and also because if it were plastic container, the acidity would cause some leaching of plastic byproducts into the gel.The viscous feeling of this product is due to the hyaluronic acid in it. Hyaluronic acid is the same substance (but in sterile form and at a different molecular density), that is in fillers like restylane, and that also occurs naturally in the human body. It can't really penetrate below the dermis, but with the derma rolling process, I believe a little of it can make its way in, and that it aids in plumping effect.A great value and reputable supplier. The reality is these active ingredients wholesale at a minimal cost, and the big brand names are marking them up by ridiculous amounts and creating elaborate marketing campaigns and photoshopped images of 22 year old models, and many consumers fall for the hype and believe the cost is justified; and while this product isn't 'cheap', it is moderately priced compared to department store brands, and it lasts a good while as you only need a few drops each time.I also have recommended for those starting a skin improvement regimen to take a few good before and after pictures (spaced a few months apart at least, then periodically) or have a friend do so. Then you can apply 'high def' photographic effects to the before and afters shots, which will reveal the damaged skin that the naked eye can't detect, and subsequent improvement (or lack thereof!), in great (often disturbing! detail).(There are free programs online that can do this(ipiccy is one), or if you use photoshop etc, that allow you to increase detail in your skin - usually called something like 'high def', 'gritty' etc). Department store makeup counters used to have these boxes with special lights and mirror that you'd put your face in and would reveal the sun damage that is not apparent to the naked eye - using as a selling tool-- this HDR effect does the same basic thing - reveal what the naked eye can't see but which IS there!The proof was there for me that my skin was looking better, less damaged. In my case the derma roller was part of it, but this product was also key.(Trying to improve my reviews by being more specific...so do click the ''helpful'' button if you indeed feel it was)

This Timeless Skin Care Vitamin C Serum is everything I’ve been looking for. Not only is it super effective at brightening and evening out my skin tone, but it also gives my face this healthy, hydrated glow that lasts all day. I’ve been using it consistently every morning and I’ve already noticed my dark spots fading and my complexion looking way more radiant.Even though it’s lightweight and absorbs quickly (no greasy feeling at all), it somehow still leaves my skin feeling plump and moisturized. I have combo skin and this works beautifully on both my dry and oily areas—it balances everything out so nicely.The fact that it’s fragrance-free is a huge plus for sensitive skin, and I love the clean ingredient list. Vitamin C, E, and Ferulic Acid are such a power trio, and this serum proves it.If you want something that actually works, adds hydration, and keeps your skin looking fresh—this is 100% worth it.

I tried this due to a positive review in the New York Times. It’s definitely the best vitamin C serum I’ve ever used…you get noticeably dewy, fresh skin that stays dewy for several hours, even on older skin, and even under makeup. Although this is a thin liquid serum (not at all syrupy), it packs a punch. The lack of viscosity was initially a problem (it dribbles through fingers)…I soon found that the best way to apply it is to pump it onto your palm, and then use your free hand to dip your fingertips, to apply to your skin. You’ll use less, and get all the product you need. I’m on my fourth bottle and I’ve noticed that my skin overall looks smoother, more hydrated and plump, with less noticeable fine lines and wrinkles. Very highly recommend.

Did not irritate my incredibly sensitive skin, which admittedly was used to vitamin C serum. The product is quite watery, and the pump makes it difficult to control dispensing in terms of amount and direction. It shouldn't take practice and hope to get the right amount to apply. I'll probably go back to a product with a transparent bottle and dropper dispenser, rather than an opaque bottle with a pump.

I was skeptical of this vitamin c only because I didn’t know much about this brand. I was looking for an affordable product that would pack a good punch with a high concentration of vitamin c but I didn’t want to pay an arm and a leg for a vitamin c serum that would end up oxidizing before I could use it all.I was pleasantly surprised at how well this serum worked on my skin. It absorbs very well and leaves my skin very radiant. It reminds me of the Skinceuticals vitamin c serum. Even smells exactly the same. I’d say it’s it dupe but much more affordable. I keep mine in the refrigerator to prolong its life and one pump every morning is all I need for my face and neck.If you’re looking for a higher concentration vitamin c serum give this one a try. I promise you will not be disappointed. If you don’t like strong scents then this product is not for you. If you don’t mind the scent for a few minutes ( I promise it does dissipate after a few minutes) you will love this product. This will for now on be a permanent part of my morning skin care routine.

After using this for two weeks, I find this to be as effective as the very expensive renowned premium brand CE Ferulic Serum. This product is more watery than the premium brand, but I haven’t found this to be an issue as it absorbs well into the skin. The odor takes some getting used to, but that is the natural odor of the active ingredients, and it dissipates after a while. I find that there are real protective benefits to using this. I’m glad to have this excellent alternative to the very high-priced serum.