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Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Brightening Serum
Summary
Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Brightening Serum visibly brightens, smooths & soothes for even, radiant looking skin.
Benefits
- Delivers a brighter, more radiant-looking complexion
- Promotes a more evened skin tone with improved clarity
- Provides an instant boost of luminosity and glow
- 93% agreed skin looks brighter & more radiant*
- 93% agreed clarity of skin improved*
- 91% agreed texture & tone looked more even*
- 91% agreed skin had a more even, luminous glow*
- 91% agreed fine lines around the eyes looked smaller*
- 91% agreed skin looked less dull & weathered*
- 89% agreed lips were smoother*
- 86% agreed uneven dark areas look brighter & more uniform*
- *In a consumer study with 44 women after 28 days
Key Ingredients
- Vitamin C Ester: Supercharged Brightening & Smoothing
Research Results
- 91% showed a significant improvement in lines & wrinkles**
- 71% showed a significant improvement in skin brightness**
- **Based on a clinical study with 34 women after 4 weeks
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After cleansing, massage onto face & neck using a gentle upward motion. Wait until fully absorbed & follow with your favorite Perricone MD moisturizer. Use morning & evening.
Water/Aqua/Eau,Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Caprylyl Methicone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Behenyl Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol, Squalane, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Ferulic Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Beta-Glucan, Fragrance/Parfum, Sorbitol, Limonene, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Disodium EDTA, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Tocotrienols, Linalool, Tocopherol, Citral, Citronellol
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I would like to know the percentage of vitamin C in this product. I am leaning toward another product from my medspa that is transparent regarding the level of vitamin C (THD). Please advise.
- Asked by TB
- Official Answer By Perricone MD - Brand EngageDue to our proprietary formulations, we don't disclose percentages. Depending on your skincare goals, we recommend our Vitamin C Ester Brightening Complex 20% for stubborn discoloration and firming. For redness and radiance with no discoloration we recommend the Vitamin C Ester Brightening Serum.Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this serum non-comedogenic?
- Asked by M
- Official Answer By Perricone MD - Brand EngageThe formula has not been tested to be non-comedogenic, so we cannot make that claim. However, the ingredients are generally non-comedogenic.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
It appears that you divulge that another of your VItamin C products are 15% and are not transparent about this one. Makes me question why. Must not be 15%.
- Asked by Jodi
- Official Answer By Perricone MD - Brand EngageWhile we are not claiming the levels of Vitamin C Ester in our other formulas, please rest assured it is being used at efficacious levels and our formulas are proven via extensive clinical and consumer studies. If you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Perricone MD Customer Service.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product under eye safe?
- Asked by alyssa
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingHello, this product is designed for the face. We do not recommend putting a face product directly under the eye or on the eye lid.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this product be added in with other serums or moisturizers?
- Asked by Heather
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingGreat question, yes, this product can be used with other serums and moisturizers. All of the Perricone MD products are formulated to be used together as they all work synergistically together.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
How do you need to store this product? Can it sit on my bathroom counter?
- Asked by j
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingGood question, all of the Perricone MD products should be stored in room temperature. If storing in the bathroom, storing it in a cabinet would be the best place to store it.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Will this further lighten hypo-pigmented areas? I have a couple hypo-pigmented spots on my face and wonder if I should still apply an even layer all over my skin, or skip over these areas.
- Asked by Ayeshhh
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingHello, this product can be applied all over the face to help promote collagen, and help with the appearance of discoloration.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use this product after a chemical peel?
- Asked by Nieve
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingHello, we recomend waiting to use Brightening Serum, do not apply right after a peel. You should ask the Doctor doing the peel what they recommend to apply right after your peel is done.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I've heard that vitamin c breaks down with water. can this serum be used under a moisturizer that has water as an ingredient?
- Asked by Sara
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingThe active in this formulation is not regular Vitamin C; it is an oil-soluble highly absorb-able superior form called Vitamin C Ester that will not break down with water.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product meant for mature skin? Can a 20-year-old use this?
- Asked by Elena
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingHello, the Vitamin C Brightening Serum can be use for all ages, it promotes the appearance of collagen and helps with discoloration.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
How do you need to store this product? Can it sit on my bathroom counter?
- Asked by j
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingGood question, all of the Perricone MD products should be stored in room temperature. If storing in the bathroom, storing it in a cabinet would be the best place to store it.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Will this further lighten hypo-pigmented areas? I have a couple hypo-pigmented spots on my face and wonder if I should still apply an even layer all over my skin, or skip over these areas.
- Asked by Ayeshhh
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingHello, this product can be applied all over the face to help promote collagen, and help with the appearance of discoloration.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use this product after a chemical peel?
- Asked by Nieve
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingHello, we recomend waiting to use Brightening Serum, do not apply right after a peel. You should ask the Doctor doing the peel what they recommend to apply right after your peel is done.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
I've heard that vitamin c breaks down with water. can this serum be used under a moisturizer that has water as an ingredient?
- Asked by Sara
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingThe active in this formulation is not regular Vitamin C; it is an oil-soluble highly absorb-able superior form called Vitamin C Ester that will not break down with water.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product meant for mature skin? Can a 20-year-old use this?
- Asked by Elena
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingHello, the Vitamin C Brightening Serum can be use for all ages, it promotes the appearance of collagen and helps with discoloration.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this product okay for sensitive skin? I sometimes break out when trying new products
- Asked by Allie
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingHello, This product should be fine for sensitive skin, you might want to start at first just using every other day.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What is the vitamin C concentration in this serum (%)?
- Asked by James
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingHello, that information is proprietary, we can not give out percentages, but trust that it is at enough percentage to be effectiveWas this answer helpful to you
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what is the concentration amount for the vitamin C ingredient? what percent?
- Asked by kathy
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingCompared to the Intensive Brightening Regimen treatment which has 15%, the Vitamin C Ester Brightening Serum is a gentler formulation that includes the antioxidant ferulic acid and can be used on the eye and mouth areas. The percentage of Vitamin C Ester in the Brightening Serum is proprietary information. The Vitamin C Ester Intensive Brightening Regimen 15% is much stronger and appropriate only for the face. Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
How much is a dose? A certain number of drops, or whole squirts? Doesn't say on the box or bottle.
- Asked by Dbcla
- Official Answer By PerriconeMD - SamplingThe amount needed in each application will vary among individuals. The goal is to apply a thin even layer. We suggest trying a dropperful to see how you do; you may need more since our droppers are on the small side.Was this answer helpful to you
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My new Perricone favorite!
The new vitamin c ester serum for the face is for daytime use and compliments the vitamin c ester 15 for nightime use. I find that using this product has brightened the dark circles under my eyes and evened out my skin tone. It is my new Perricone favorite!
Most Helpful Critical Review
Dull
I didn't like this product at all and Perricone has the absolute worst customer service I have encountered since the advent of the internet. Read the return policy, they don't stand behind their products at all. You can't return an opened product for any reason. Don't like it? Too bad. This serum is...
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This is something else.
I've been truing this for only one and a half weeks once a day. LOOK. I feel like nothing has decreased my acne scars until now. I looked at the other review pictures and decided to get it. Now I get to post my own😝 can't wait to update!
Love this stuff!
I started using this stuff 6 months before my wedding to address my dark spots and dull lookin' skin. Within two months my skin was night and day! Even though it is on the pricier end, worth every penny!
Feel a difference on first application
Age 60+
Skin Type Combination
Verified Buyer
My dermatologist recommended that I use vitamin C every day .. this product really is amazing
This serum is a keeper!
Reviewed at
My mother ordered this for me and I love it! Felt an immediate difference the following morning after applying at night. After a couple of weeks my pores looked visibly smoother but overall, my face just looked supple and hydrated. I have sensitive skin and zero reactions. Also, you don't need to use a whole dropper full to get a full application. So worth the cost! Will be ordering soon!! FYI, it has a holistic scent, so if you are looking for a product that smells like florals or perfumy, don't purchase this. It does not stink at all. I have other products my kids say yuck about but they strangely like this one. I like it too.
Absolutely Works!
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When I'm getting near the end of the bottle, I get nervous! This is a very lightweight serum, does help in evening my skin tone, and is hydrating. A little goes a long way. I definitely recommend this serum if you're looking to even your skin tone.