Not worth the price
I didn't see much of a difference in my skin tone/texture/brightness. For how much this costs - I have enjoyed other vitamin C serums more for far less in price, and that were less stinky + sticky. It also baffles me that this does not come in an air-tight container. I eventually gave up and tossed it. It was worth a try, but it did no miracles for me personally. If I don't enjoy applying it, I won't use it.
EDunc90
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Not for me
I really wanted to like this, as it’s constantly touted as the gold standard of vitamin c serums, but I went through 3 bottles before deciding this wasn’t for me. I didn’t see any noticeable difference and it always left my skin feeling sticky and tacky, making it hard to layer underneath the rest of my routine. I tried using a lot less of the serum but my face would still feel sticky. I’ve found other vitamin c serums that did more for me and was more agreeable with my skin, at a fraction of the cost of this one.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Just ok
I’ve used a different vitamin serum and had high hopes for SkinCeuticals
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Results and Price Increase
I’ve been using this product for over a year. It was recommended by my dermatologist, so despite the high price, I decided to try it. I honestly cannot tell a difference, but maybe it is just so subtle I don’t notice it. Still, I don’t want to stop using it. But when I went to buy it today I saw the price had increased almost 10 percent — from $166 to 182!!! Why the jump in price? I know inflation is going on, but this price hike is well above the current 6% inflation rate. Can you please provide an explanation? Also, why are Skinceutical products excluded from your sales?
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Not Worth the $
This serum is not bad it's just not that good. I have tried many brands for much less that do just as good of a job, and don't smell so bad. I am a fan of SkinCeuticals but this just didn't really impress me for how much I spent. Didn't see any difference between it and the $25 brand after a whole bottle of use.
KCee88
Verified Purchase
Way too strong for me
This is the second SkinCeuticals product that did not agree with my skin. Their products seem to be way too intense for me. I know others have had great success but it's definitely a no-go for me.
DALM
Verified Purchase
Others are better & less expensive
Sorry, it just didn’t live up to the hype for me after two separate tries 10 years apart! Despite being a famous 5-star product, this didn’t work for me at all. This is the second time in 10 years and this time I used it for 4 months. Once again, it made my skin feel sticky/tacky, it pilled, and it left an orange-colored residue on my skin that other women noticed and asked about. I will not try it again. I’ll use another legendary brand at the 20 percent strength that I used for years and years prior to this that quickly and easily melted into my skin (rather than sat on top and pilled) and gave my complexion a lasting, natural looking, colorless, radiant, dewy glow all day, that actively evened out my discoloration/pigmentation, minimized my pores and improved my skin’s texture.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Disappointing
I did my research before purchasing and although the reviews are mainly positive, I'm disappointed. I've been using daily for almost a month and I do not see a difference. And the smell of the product is horrible. I'll finish using the product because of the expensive price but I won't be repurchasing.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
If you have acne prone skin try the brands other 2 serums first
At first I thought my skin was just purging from this but I was breaking out like crazy
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
y'all... don't buy this
I bought this with the hope I could fade some semi-dark spots and overall even out my skin. I took the L and spent a pretty penny on this serum only for it to do pretty much nothing but oxidize REALLY fast and get sticky and weird. I didn't get to finish the bottle.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Not great for oily skin
As I’m sure many of you out there, I have been trying new skin products since March. This serum being one of them. I can say I have noticed an improvement in my skin and feel very comfortable not wearing makeup thanks to this product. Definitely improved any fine lines or wrinkles and my complexion looks great. The reason why I gave it 2 stars is because I have had an unusual increase in the amount of blackheads on my forehead and cheeks. To the point where they hardened and my esthetician could barely extract them. Come to find out this serum (vitamin E especially) isn’t great for oily skin :( I stopped using the product immediately and no more blackheads. Sad I can’t use it but will be on the hunt for another great serum from Skinceuticals. I may have missed something in the description of this product but it should clearly state what kind of skin this product works best with.
Kriss2clark
Verified Purchase
Unpleasant smell
I am sure this product works well. However, it smells like bacon. It is a highly rated product on almost every website that reviews the best Vitamin C serums. I am surprised that people have not mentioned the unpleasant smell. I will not purchase again.
mature
Verified Purchase
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic
I wanted to love this product but, unfortunately, it was making my skin very greasy and causing the worst breakouts of my life - definitely not for acne prone skin - even if you just get occasional pimples. Will be looking into Pholorectin CF next time - hoping for a better outcome and smell!
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Ouch!
I was so excited to try SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic. I have sensitive skin, so I started slowly by applying every 3 days for 2 weeks, then tried every other day. No luck. The extreme burning was more than I could endure. This might be great for someone else, but sadly I had to return.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Don''t really understand the hype
The good - smells nice (to me, but I like medicinal smells), goes on smoothly and is chock full of vitamins and stuff that's supposed to be good for your skin. But..I don't really notice any difference in my skin after over a month of use. It's pricey for something that doesn't offer noticeable results. Only thing I really did notice is that it made my skin flush and feel sensitive.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
Caused Breakouts/ no changed in red marks and discoloration
I had high hopes for this after reading its claims and reviews. I started breaking out on my jawline and chin area after two weeks. Dont understand what caused the breakouts as it states it has no parabens and irritants and good for acne prone skin. I will just use it on my forehead and undereyes now. My main reason of buying this was to get rid of discoloration and redness caused by acne. Unfortunately, this hasnt changed at all after 2 months of continuous using. I dont have fine lines or wrinkles yet so I cant comment on that. Will not buy again.
LovelySkin Customer
Verified Purchase
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