C-Glow
A super-light, water-like 15% Vitamin C + extra antioxidants (Ferulic Acid & a smaller amount of Vitamin E) formula to give the skin environmental protection, boost collagen & even the skin tone.
30ml
Skin type: all skin types - please do a patch test if you have sensitive skin
Skin concern: dark spots, aging, dull & uneven skin
Cruelty-free | Vegan | Fragrance & Essential oil free | Gluten-free | Malassezia-safe | Pregnancy-safe
Good to know: Short shelf life product (see "description" below). Made fresh every week (orders with C-Glow may get shipped a few days late). We recommend to start using it as soon as you get it. The shelf life can be prolonged if you store it in the fridge. If that does not sound comfortable, you can decant some in this EMPTY mini bottle.
C-Glow
description
Acid
Tocopherol
The disadvantage of pure Vitamin C is that it is super unstable, and hard to formulate with. This formula uses a low pH and extra antioxidants to help to stabilize Vitamin C, but even like this, C-Glow comes with a relatively short, 8 months shelf-life.
The official shelf life of C-Glow is 8 months from production, unopened. To ensure maximum freshness, we manufacture small batches of C-Glow every week. On average, by the time a C-Glow reaches our customers it is about 2-4 weeks “old”. To minimize oxidation & maximize freshness, we recommend storing it in the fridge, where it stays fresh even beyond its official 8 months shelf life. If going to the fridge every day for your C-Glow does not sound comfortable, we recommend to use this 10 ml mini bottle. You can easily decant a few weeks worth of C-Glow into it, and store the mini bottle in the bathroom, while having the C-Glow bottle in the fridge. Click here for the C-Glow mini bottle.
who is it for?
how to use
Apply a few drops to the face after cleansing, before using other serums and/or creams. Ideal to use in the AM, but can be applied in the PM as well. As the C-Glow formula is water-like, we recommend putting a drop directly onto your face and quickly pat it on with your other hand.
Shelf life: 8 months from production (unopened), 3 months PAO (period after opening).
ingredients & research
key ingredients:
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid – 15%) – A clinically proven active that gives the skin environmental protection (antioxidant), boosts collagen production and fades hyperpigmentation. Also gives an instant glow to the skin.
Ferulic acid + Vitamin E – Antioxidants that help to stabilize Vitamin C and increase its antioxidant power. The formula contains a high amount of Ferulic Acid, and a smaller amount of vitamin E.
Dimethyl Isosorbide – A new-generation solvent that aids the proper penetration of Vitamin C + solubilizes the high amount of Ferulic Acid into the formula.
full inci list:
Aqua (Water), (L-)Ascorbic Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Butylene Glycol, Peg/Ppg/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Ferulic Acid, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide
research:
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Volume 11 (4) – Dec 1, 2012, Stability, transdermal penetration, and cutaneous effects of ascorbic acid and its derivatives
The Journal of investigative dermatology., 2005 Oct;125(4):826-32., Ferulic acid stabilizes a solution of vitamins C and E and doubles its photoprotection of skin.
Exp Dermatol. 2003 Jun;12(3):237-44.,Topical ascorbic acid on photoaged skin.
I use this serum on my face and what is left on my hands I rubbed into the back of my hands to avoid wastage. I can’t believe how my hands look. I just noticed one day that my hands were almost age spot free. I’d been considering IPL treatment but absolutely not necessary now. The above was a bonus. The skin tone on my face has evened out and skin looks great.
Brightening serum with science based formulation . Love it.
For 2 years I’ve been using the skinceuticals vitamin C and found it very expensive!!! When I discovered this brand I decided to try the Vitamin C because the formula is kind of the same and let me say that I’m impressed it’s completely transparent that shows it’s freshly made I keep it in my fridge and use it each morning and I see the difference ❤️❤️
This Vitamin C is great on sensitive skin. I have mild Rosacea on my cheeks and chin, and this Vitamin C causes no irritation at all. Very happy with this product. I would definitely recommend this product,
My skin is very reactive and it loves this product. I have used it every morning for years and it appears to have helped with the sun spots. Because it is so reasonably priced I use it not only on my face, neck and chest but also on my arms and on the age spots on my torso.