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StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum
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Summary
Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum from StriVectin has the brightening power of Vitamin C and the correcting power of Retinol come together in one supercharged, lightweight serum.
Benefits
- Restores radiance and clarity to dull, tired skin
- Smooths away fine lines and uneven texture
- Visibly firms and improves elasticity
Key Ingredients
- Two Potent forms of vitamin C firm, restore clarity & brightens dull, tired skin
- Acerola Cherry Extract highly concentrated source of Pure Vitamin C
- Retinol enhances skin cell turnover to smooth rough, uneven texture and fine lines
Research Results
- 97% showed improvement in skin brightness*
- 100% showed measured improvement in skin firmness**
- 100% showed no irritation to skin***
- *Based on expert grading evaluation on 35 subjects at 6 weeks
- **Based on instrumental testing on 35 subjects at 6 weeks
- ***Based on tolerability study on 35 subjects at 12 weeks
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Shake well. Apply 1 to 3 drops to affected areas (such as face, neck, décolleté, and back of hands) in the morning and evening. Follow with moisturizer. Keep out of eyes. Stop use if irritation occurs. This product may increase skin's sensitivity to the sun. Use sunscreen daily. Contains Vitamin A. Consider your daily intake before use.
Aqua (Water, Eau), Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Glycereth-7 Triacetate, Pentylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Ascorbic Acid, Malpighia Glabra (Acerola) Fruit Juice, Retinol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Myristyl Nicotinate, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Orobanche Rapum Extract, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Xylitylglucoside, Bacillus/Sea Salt Ferment Filtrate, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, Anhydroxylitol, Adenosine, Xylitol, Glucose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Propanediol, Maltodextrin, Rhizobian Gum, Mica, Parfum (Fragrance), Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral, Citronellol, Benzyl Benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, BHT, BHA, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, CI 77491 (Iron Oxides), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide).
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I'm using this product for about 1 week going second week, my eyes areas are turning dark , should I continue and hoping it will fade?
- Asked by Ning
- Official Answer By StriVectin - Brand EngageThe Super-C Retinol Vitamin C Serum is meant to brighten the skin and even out skin tone, leveraging Retinol and Vitamin C. If your skin is turning dark, we recommend discontinuing use completely. If you have any further questions, please reach out to us at care@strivectin.com.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this product vegan and cruelty free?
- Asked by Neha
- Official Answer By StriVectin - Brand EngageYes, all of our products are proudly cruelty-free, paraben-free, and PETA certified! Almost all of our StriVectin products are vegan. For a full list of vegan products, please reach out to us at care@strivectin.com.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can the Peptight face lift serum be used with Super-C Retinol serum? If yes, what order should they be applied?
- Asked by Kim
- Official Answer By StriVectin - Brand EngageYes, they can be used together! The Super-C Retinol Vitamin C Serum should be applied first and then wait a few moments for it to absorb. Then, apply the Peptight Face Lift Serum and wait a few more moments for that to absorb and finish with the rest of your routine.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I use this product in the morning and a retinol product in the evening?
- Asked by "Q"
- Official Answer By StriVectin - Brand EngageThe Super-C Retinol Vitamin C Serum can be used twice daily in the morning and at night. It has retinol in the formula so if you'd like to use it at night as well just be mindful that you'll be using two retinol products at night. If you only want to use the Super-C Serum during in the morning, you can!Was this answer helpful to you
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What is the shelf life of an UNOPENED bottle? I have one unopened from I believe 2021. Should I toss it?
- Asked by Jess Joan
- Official Answer By StriVectin - Brand EngageGreat question! Unopened, our products have a 3 year shelf life from the production date. If you have any questions about your specific bottle, please reach out to us at care@strivectin.com so we can help you verify.Was this answer helpful to you
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What percentage of retinol is in the product?
- Asked by Danielle
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingThe combination of Retinol + Vitamin C + NIA-114 is really what makes this formula a standout for brightening the skin! Together they are powerful in balancing skin tone and creating that GLOW! Unfortunately, we do not give out the percentages of our formulas as it is proprietary information.Was this answer helpful to you
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Does 1.7 oz bottle arrive sealed, and dropper placed in side compartment in box, or does it arrive with dropper already in the bottle, no tape seals??
- Asked by CindyW
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingThe dropper arrives already inside the bottle to prevent the dropper from breaking inside the box during transit. The bottle will ship in its own product box.Was this answer helpful to you
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Do I need to use a separate retinol serum with this product?
- Asked by B
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingIf you're aiming to achieve a specific level of retinol, you're welcome to use additional retinol products alongside this one. However, we recommend patch testing the combination by applying the formulas from the lightest to the heaviest consistency. This will help ensure that your skin doesn’t react negatively. That said, it's not essential to use multiple retinol products; you may find that this one alone is sufficient to address your skin concerns.Was this answer helpful to you
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What percentage of Vitamin C does this product have?
- Asked by Sharon
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingThis serum has two potent forms of Vitamin C to visibly firm, restore clarity & brighten dull, tired skin. It includes Acerola Cherry which is a highly concentrated source of pure Vitamin C. We do not give out percentages as it is proprietary information.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I see that this is a retinol serum—is it really safe to use every day like the directions say?
- Asked by Hannah
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingYes, using the Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum everyday is safe! We clinically test all of our products to ensure that our products are safe for all skin types and tones.Was this answer helpful to you
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What product has the strongest content of retinol and can this be used on the entire face?
- Asked by Pat
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingYes, our Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum can be used on the entire face, just be careful around the eye area. You'll apply this product AM & PM daily. When using this during the daytime, just make sure you include sunscreen as the very last step of your skincare routine. Since the product contains Retinol, it will make your skin susceptible to sunburn without any protection of SPF. Our strongest retinol product is our Advanced Retinol Nightly Multi-Correct Serum.Was this answer helpful to you
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What is the size/amount of the product? Does not say.
- Asked by Roja69
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingThe full size Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum is a 1 oz size.Was this answer helpful to you
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What is the percentage of vitamin c in product ?
- Asked by Lynn
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingWhile we certainly use an efficacious amount of various forms of Retinol and Vitamin C, what is most important is the combination of Retinol and Vitamin C plus our patented NIA-114 technology! In this serum, it is the combination of ingredients that make the formula a stand out product. Unfortunately, we do not give out the percentages of our formulas as it is proprietary information.Was this answer helpful to you
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What is percentage of vitamin C?
- Asked by Barb
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingWhile we certainly use an efficacious amount of various forms of Retinol and Vitamin C, what is most important is the combination of Retinol and Vitamin C plus our patented NIA-114 technology! In this serum, it is the combination of ingredients that make the formula a stand out product. Unfortunately, we do not give out the percentages of our formulas as it is proprietary information.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this ok to use on extremely sensitive skin?
- Asked by sensitiveskincare
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingThe serum is safely formulated for all skin types. If you have any known skin sensitivities, we recommend consulting with a physician to be absolutely safe. You can also patch test the serum first before applying it to your face.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can this be used for darkening caused by chemotherapy after chemotherapy
- Asked by Kim
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingWhile the Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Serum brightens the skin, we have not tested the serum on subjects after chemotherapy. We recommend consulting with your physician to be absolutely safe!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can i used this layered with the Strivectin Hydration Multiplier? If so which goes on first?
- Asked by Lauraw
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingYes, you can! You will want to apply the Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Serum first followed by the Hydration Multiplier Hyaluronic Acid Serum.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I'd this product oil based?
- Asked by fifi
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingThe Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum is water based.Was this answer helpful to you
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Does this product help minimize redness/blotchy skin?
- Asked by Skincare novice
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingThe Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum will brighten the skin to create a more even skin tone but not necessarily minimize redness. To calm redness, the Super-B Barrier Strengthening Oil may be a good option!Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I use this together with a Retinol Serum ?
- Asked by Nancy
- Official Answer By StriVectin - SamplingYes, you can! The Super-C Serum is meant to be used twice daily while the Advanced Retinol Nightly Serum is only meant to be applied during your night routine.Was this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Worth trying if you're getting into the skincare game
I know it's good practice to have both of these things implemented into a skincare routine so I was excited to try this since the formula has both Retinol AND Vitamin C in the formula..I was taking 2 steps and combining them! This was my first time using Retinol and I was worried because I read it ...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Not doing this again.
I was excited to try this but was concerned about the mix i.e. Retinol + Vit C. I didn't realize these could be mixed as most sites say not to mix a retinoid and an acid. I am not new to retinols. I used this 2x a week, Tue, Fri, for two weeks. One day I had to take a double look at my face and ...
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Love this Vic C serum!
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This feels so good 0n my face and I believe it helps brighten my face.
Horrible smell
Thought I would give this a try. Too soon for results but be aware of the smell!!! I think I will be returning. Smells very bad like vinegar.
Great Stuff
Been using for several years. My skin looks incredible. Fast absorption and leaves skin unbelievably smooth even my dermatologist commented about how great my skin looks
A Work In Progress
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My skin has suffered conscious neglect for most of my life. I am seeing some changes to the dark spots and also some light peeling off of the overly dry spots. So heading in the right direction. It will take time.
Won't know for 8 weeks
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I just received this product which is to be very thinly applied over face & neck. It seems drying on my dry, aging skin so I'm uncertain I've made a good investment. Time will tell. Donna