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C-Glow

Regular price: €12.50
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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.

Skin type: all skin types - please do a patch test if you have sensitive skin

Skin concern: dark spots, aging, dull & uneven skin

Good to know: Short shelf life product (see "description" below). Made fresh every week (orders with C-Glow might 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.

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description

Pure Vitamin C (or Ascorbic Acid) is a 3-in-1, clinically proven superstar that gives the skin environmental protection (antioxidant), boosts the skin's own collagen production and fades hyperpigmentation. This water-light formula contains 15% Vitamin C & extra antioxidants to give a healthy glow, even and firm the skin.

3.2-3.4

15%

Ascorbic
Acid

Ferulic 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, 6 months shelf-life.

The official shelf life of C-Glow is 6 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 to store it in the fridge, where it keeps fresh even beyond its official 6 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?

Everyone looking for a light-textured, pure Vitamin C + extra antioxidants formula. However, if you have sensitive, redness-prone skin, we do not recommend C-Glow due to its low pH and high pure acid content.

Skin Type

all skin types except for sensitive

Skin Problem

dark spots, aging, dull and uneven skin

Texture

fast absorbing, water-like, weightless liquid

how to use it?

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 that you put a drop directly onto your face and quickly pat it on with your other hand.

Shelf life: 6 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:

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.

Excellent serum

I've been using it for a month and I can say it's an excellent serum. It absorbs quickly and my skin is softer and brighter.
Highly recommended

C Glow

Works well and a great price compared to other brands with the same-type product.
I got the mini bottle as suggested to keep in my bathroom but the dropper is a little too short to reach the product. I have to turn it sideways to be able to get some out.

A feel like I found buried treasure at age 65

I am thrilled! C-Glow has to be the best Vit C serum I’ve ever tried - and I’ve tried a LOT. At less than half the price C-Glow rivals the famed skinceuticals product that most cannot afford. You’ll see results after a month and now that I’m on month 3, I will be a regular. No sticky after feel, no chemically scent. Per instructions, it does need to be stored in a cool dark place, however mine didn’t turn after a month. In the summer months I’ll be more careful & decant my weekly supply into a spare bottle (my fridge in on a separate floor from my bedroom.)

Best Vit C I have tried

Unbeatable price. I definitely recommend this serum and will continue to repurchase it.
I keep it in the fridge, as recommended.

Parfait

Le serum est super frais, bien transparent et très efficace. Aucune réaction allergique. Mon teint est clair

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