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Mon Jul 16, 2007 11:01 am  |
| After reading all the benefits of Vit C I am ready to give it a shot. I have been eyeing PSF's product and Candy's, has anyone used both or have a recommendation? |
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Mon Jul 16, 2007 6:31 pm |
I was wondering about vit C too and wanted to try it. But there's so many brands that people have wrote about like:
Skin Medica
Skinceuticals
Cellex
Obagi (has their own Vit C + HQ)
Can anyone with an extensive knowledge or experience in using vit c brands comment? |
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Mon Jul 16, 2007 7:39 pm |
I highly suggest you source a sample of any Vit C serum that interests you (just visit the website of the brand you'd like to try and look for their sample section). Try to always keep in mind that regardless of what brand anyone recommends, at the end of the day what works well for some may or may not work well for you (this is why samples are so important!).
Another way to gain a lot of valuable insight into any given Vitamin C serum is by performing a search for the product & brand(s) that interest you the most. Just click the Search button located on the right at the top of this window, and you're good to go!!! |
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Mon Jul 16, 2007 7:47 pm |
| ScotsLass wrote: |
| I highly suggest you source a sample of any Vit C serum that interests you (just visit the website of the brand you'd like to try and look for their sample section). Try to always keep in mind that regardless of what brand anyone recommends, at the end of the day what works well for some may not work well for you (this is why samples are so important!). |
GREAT advice, ScotsLass! These forums are awesome because we can read and learn from everyone's experiences. But at the end of the day, no one else has skin exactly like yours (unless you have an identical twin, I guess!) so a product that does nothing for someone else may just be perfect for you! |
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Mon Jul 16, 2007 7:50 pm |
Thanks for the tip! I did want to try some samples but I didn't know what % to go with. Does Skinceuticals let you buy samples or would I have to get them on eBay? I'm only in my early 20s and using Obagi because of hyperpigmentation.
I wanted to add a vit C in the mix too but I'm so confused! Should I start off with a lower 10%? Should I add vit E in it too??
Can anyone tell me what worked for them? |
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Mon Jul 16, 2007 7:56 pm |
| Again, you can find all of the answers to your questions by conducting a search of the EDS database. I am confident that you will find tons and tons of valuable information about every vitamin c serum available, as well as when and how to use it, strength to start at, where to buy it (including samples), etc., etc., etc.!!!! |
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Fair with mild rosascea & combination skin (dry with oily t-zone) |
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Mon Jul 16, 2007 7:57 pm |
I tried vitamin c based products which claim to have a percentage of vitamin c but i dont think those products made any improvements to the skin those products tended make the skin feel hot and red for the first couple of minutes upon application and slightly sting 
I have also tried only vitamin c in terms of serums and creams but again i dint see any improvements and same reaction skin feeling hot and red for first couple of minutes 5-10.
I dont think vitamin c based products work well if at all as its very hard to store vitamin c.
anyway for now i just take the vitamin c pill 1000mg if not skin benefits at least it keeps the cold away  |
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Tue Jul 17, 2007 10:48 am |
| Thanks for the info. I will look at some different threads for feedback on PSF and Candessence products. In the meantime I will also continue to take Vit C Ester (great for broken caps). |
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Tue Jul 17, 2007 11:47 am |
I think the idea is to do as much research as possible, but it's hard not to get confused when you're doing a million searches and reading things from back in 2005.
But from the searches I have done, it seems the most mentioned is Skinceuticals, Cellex-C, SkinMedica, IS Clinical and PSF.
A lot of users who may have been using these products a year ago may have found something new or better by now. So instead of trying each brand, I rather pick one that most people vouch for.
I'm just saying it would be nice if someone who has used a number of brands could comment on each and tell us which one ended up being their HG! |
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Tue Jul 17, 2007 1:04 pm |
cawl and Careberry, I've used 2 different Vit C serums since March 2007 and will share my results.
the fine print:  Keep in mind that I may not be the best judge of which one is better since I haven't seen any noticable difference using either of them. This lack may be due to the fact that I have resistant skin or because I DON'T have any hyperpigmentation issues that so many use it for. I mainly use it as a preventative measure to help combat any free radicals caused by unwanted sun exposure.
The one thing I CAN tell you as that the brands I've tried haven't caused any additional breakouts nor clogged pores, which is a big plus in my book. They also provide the MINIMUM moisture I need. For drier skin, you'll likely need additional moisturizers.
Janson-Beckett C&C Facial Serum - this contains 2 types of vitamin C. 5% of Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate & Sodium Ascorbate - the magnesium ascorbyl phosphate is water soluable. Despite the great ingredients, I didn't care for this at all. The consistency was far too thick, so I had to use a lot. Considering the price for a little .5 oz. bottle of serum, this isn't something I'll repurchase.
Cellular Skin Rx C + Firming Serum - this is a 12% solution I'm currently using now. I do like this consistency much better than JB. It's very light, only a few drops will cover the entire face, neck and chest area. This 1 oz. bottle is an excellant price for what you get and will last me a long time.
The sample I have yet to use is PSF 15% Vitamin C serum, holding off to try it until I've finished my Cellular Skin RX.
I hope my rather vague impressions will be of some help, it really IS a rather imposing area of reseach  |
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44 – combo/oily skin with a tendency towards clogged pores. Thanks to EDS, tweaked my skincare routine and normalized skin… no more breakouts. PSF, silk powder, Janson Beckett, Cellbone, NIA24 are staples. |
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Tue Jul 17, 2007 2:51 pm |
To use or not to use vitamin C...that is the question...the one that has plagued the EDS Board for FOREVER! Right now I'm using Cellex C 10% (the first VC I ever tried) I'll always love this stuff. My skin loves it. Skinceuticals vitamin C is another one I really like - it is textured similarly to Cellex C.
Another excellent but different-textured Vitamin C product is the one made by Vivier..(I think EDS still carries Vivier)...THe Vivier vitamin C is great for those who find that the Cellex C and Skinceuticals preparations have too much of a "bite".
I've never tried Vitamin C from Candessence and PSF BUT I might give one of them a go when I'm done my Cellex C. I've used other products from PSF and Candessence with excellent results so I'd be pretty confident that either shop would make a kickbutt Vitamin C....I'm starting to tire of paying what I think is a fortune for vitamin c preparations...Oh ya - I'd also consdider Cellular Skin RX...they have some really great products.
I think with Vitamin C you either love the preparation or you hate it. There are people who just love the watery-textured VC and then others who can only use VC that has "slip" to it (like the one by Vivier). The response to the different vitamin C products out there really varies so sample whatever you can before buying!
good luck!
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Tue Jul 17, 2007 9:54 pm |
I started with a high% - PSF 20% Vit C, as i dont have the patience to work the way up. surprisingly, my skin loved it even the first time i used it!!!
the only thing i dont like abt using Vit C is that u've to wait for some 10-15mins! |
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Tue Jul 17, 2007 10:31 pm |
| I have used PSF 12% Vit C ,just have more blackhead |
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Wed Jul 18, 2007 9:34 am |
| Thanks everyone for the all great info. I am still not sure what product of Vit c I will choose but I will definitly be adding to my regime since it is the one 'thing' I am not using that so many others are. I due have slight hyperpigmentation issues so I am really hoping to see results there but I will most definitely post my results. :D |
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Wed Jul 18, 2007 12:43 pm |
Vitamin C serum was the best thing I have ever done for my skin.
My favorite is Skincueticals 20. I started with the 10 moved up to the 15 and am now at the 20, which is the strongest. LOVE IT! |
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Normal/Dry~slightly sensitive~usually clear~fine lines on forehead and neck~Age 36 |
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Wed Jul 18, 2007 1:13 pm |
| mom2tommax wrote: |
Vitamin C serum was the best thing I have ever done for my skin.
My favorite is Skincueticals 20. I started with the 10 moved up to the 15 and am now at the 20, which is the strongest. LOVE IT! |
Hi Mom2tommax...what do you love about the Skinceuticals brand of Vit c? What made you choose skinceuticals over the other brands? |
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Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:39 pm |
| Using vitamain c cream or serum after skin exposure has been shown to reduce the photo-damage to skin. It is one of the best things, besides avoiding the sun, that you can do for your skin |
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Wed Jul 18, 2007 4:18 pm |
| I took the plunge and ordered SkinMedica vit c complex at 15%, based on many absolute rave reviews here on EDS. It'll be my first time trying it - I've already got a pretty intense skin regime at night including retin-a and a non-hydroquinone skin lightener which i love, so i'm still a bit confused as to where this is going to fit in - but according to the research I've uncovered here, I'm thinking I'll go with it in the a.m. (but before or after sunscreen is the question!). |
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Wed Jul 18, 2007 4:49 pm |
I emailed PSF when I ordered their samples and they said the Vit C goes in the AM before anything. I've read that here as well. I think you'll see more of an effect with the Vit C goes first and let it absorb before applying anything else.
See.. I know this, just don't know which to buy so I taking ScotsLass advice and ordered the one brand that was easy to sample. |
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Wed Jul 18, 2007 4:55 pm |
| graceless_lady wrote: |
| (but before or after sunscreen is the question!). |
Before sunscreen for sure. When in doubt put sunscreen on last. |
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Fri Jul 27, 2007 8:14 am |
I finally got my samples from PSF! I bought the O2 serum, berry beneficial and of course the vit c 15%
It honestly felt like I was spreading water all over my face. The Vit c absorbed so quickly I had to use one drop on each cheek, nose and forehead! When I mean drop I mean a "drop" not the whole tube full. Is that too little? Is that why it's soaking in so fast?
The Vit c was also a light amber colour. I guess I was sort of expecting something clear and eventually turning a light amber colour. Does that mean it's changed on me already?? |
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Fri Jul 27, 2007 8:20 am |
Hi, I currently really like Skinceuticals. Also Transderma C Serum. hths  |
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Fri Jul 27, 2007 8:32 am |
| Vitamin C serum should be applied before suncreen BUT most importantly AGAIN after sun exposure. This second application is what help fights the inevitable sun damage. |
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Fri Jul 27, 2007 8:47 am |
beeb,
I've never heard of applying Vit. C serum more than once daily. May I ask where you heard this? Thanks. |
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Fri Jul 27, 2007 10:31 am |
| Debster1000 wrote: |
beeb,
I've never heard of applying Vit. C serum more than once daily. May I ask where you heard this? Thanks. |
I read this in the American Journal of Dermatology:
"Vitamin C, a potent antioxidant, has been shown to prevent erythema and sunburn cell formation if applied after UV exposure."
So if you don't spend time in the sun then you would only apply it as a normal part of your morning regime, but if you are out in the sun then you would apply it after suntanning to prevent damage. |
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