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Sat Jan 03, 2009 4:01 pm  |
As titled. I noticed an increase in breakouts on my face these days. It's not the time of the month and the only change I made to my skincare routine is added CellularSkinRx Vit C serum and the PSF berry antioxidant serum.
I don't think the PSF serum will cause breakouts so I'm thinking that it might be the Vit C serum as some members here said that a C serum might cause clogged pores.
So my question is, anyone here using the CellularSkinRx Vit C serum makes their skin breakout? Thanks!  |
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Sat Jan 03, 2009 4:15 pm |
| I can't answer your question, but just to let you know that Vivier does not cause blackheads with exception of the vitamin E formulation serum. |
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Sun Jan 04, 2009 2:47 pm |
| I'm thinking it's the E, also. I just got Skinceuticals Phloretin CE from ebay, and not only does it sting my face but also gave me some clogged pores. I got this one specifically b/c it's for oily skin. Grrrrrr. |
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46, curly dk blonde hair, fair, blue eyes, very oily T-zone. HGs: Tazorac .05% gel; Avene/Bioderma s/s (very high spf AND ppd); Cellbone vit Cie 20%; Cellbone Hyperpeptides; IFP 5% bha/10% aha; Obagi Clear; 'curly girl' method (no poo, just co wash) for my 3b curls. |
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Sun Jan 04, 2009 4:42 pm |
| tsjmom wrote: |
| I'm thinking it's the E, also. I just got Skinceuticals Phloretin CE from ebay, and not only does it sting my face but also gave me some clogged pores. I got this one specifically b/c it's for oily skin. Grrrrrr. |
Hi, tsjmom.
SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF contains vitamin C, ferulic acid and phloretin - there is no vitamin E in the formulation. HTH. |
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Female, 40, Norway. Normal/dry skin, starting to see signs of aging. Staples: Glycolic acid cleanser, SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF, Revaleskin, NIA24. |
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Sun Jan 04, 2009 5:37 pm |
| well, the one I'm using is CellularSkinRx Vit C serum and it contains no Vit E. I wonder if it's the Butylene Glycol that's causing clogged pores. |
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Mon Jan 05, 2009 7:32 am |
| Septembergirl wrote: |
| tsjmom wrote: |
| I'm thinking it's the E, also. I just got Skinceuticals Phloretin CE from ebay, and not only does it sting my face but also gave me some clogged pores. I got this one specifically b/c it's for oily skin. Grrrrrr. |
Hi, tsjmom.
SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF contains vitamin C, ferulic acid and phloretin - there is no vitamin E in the formulation. HTH. |
Thanks for correcting me. I think I got the E and ferulic mixed up in my mind.
Uhh, so now what's my excuse?  |
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46, curly dk blonde hair, fair, blue eyes, very oily T-zone. HGs: Tazorac .05% gel; Avene/Bioderma s/s (very high spf AND ppd); Cellbone vit Cie 20%; Cellbone Hyperpeptides; IFP 5% bha/10% aha; Obagi Clear; 'curly girl' method (no poo, just co wash) for my 3b curls. |
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Mon Jan 05, 2009 8:15 am |
Hmmm...did a google check on comedogenic attributes of butylene glycol. On a zero to ten scale, it rates 0 in some sources and up to 3 in others. Most seem to rate it as a very low source of potential acne.
Having said that, I think some people here have suspected Vitamin C serums of causing blackheads.
I would try dropping it for a bit and seeing if that helped. There are other formulations that ou might try--Skinmedica has gotten good reviews here, so if you aren't sensitive to silicones that one might be worth trying. |
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Mon Jan 05, 2009 9:25 am |
| I agree with that recommendation. Most people who couldn't tolerate the watery Vitamin C serums fared better with the Skinmedica one. |
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Mon Jan 05, 2009 12:54 pm |
This is just a thought, based on my own experience, but might help..
When I first started using vitamin C serum (cellbones actually) I got a few blackheads around my nose and chin... I believe it was because I applied it too liberally, and didn't massage it totally in... We all know how easily LAA oxidizes, and I believe if a film is left, it will oxidize it and cause the *blackness* in the pores..
Since I started making my own serums this has not happened even once. I believe it's for 2 reasons; 1. I know it is fresh, and 2. I use sparingly and completely massage in one section at a time..
Hope that helps! |
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♥I'm flattered by all the lovely PM's, but I don't get here much these days. Please don't be afraid to post your quearies to other DIY members who will be glad to help you (or sell you their wares..lol) Still happy with LED, dermarolling and a DIY antioxidant regime. Peace & Hugs to all.♥ |
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Mon Jan 05, 2009 2:21 pm |
| I did use CellularSkinRx before and it is more oily compared to Vivier. I use Vivier 5% for my eyes and face now because I want a moderate amount of Vit C on my face since I also applied other products. Actually, I found out that Vit C can dry my skin after couple days of using it. I usually used it every other day to prevent dryness. |
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Sun Jan 25, 2009 11:04 pm |
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| Depends on your age. If you're under 30 I don't think Vitamin C serum will really do anything but cause breakouts. It might be too active for young skin. |
Hi baby, u really think so? So does that mean when I'm over 30, I probably won't break out even if I tried the same brand of Vit C again? But interestingly, my younger sister who's 23 is using La Roche Posay Active C 5% and she's not breaking out....so I guess it varies among different ppl?  |
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