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Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Brightening Serum #1
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Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester Brightening Serum

$75.00

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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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How To Use

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.

Ingredients

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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Q&A

Showing 18 out of 14 Questions
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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 Engage
Due 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 Engage
The 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 Engage
While 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
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Is this product under eye safe?
Asked by alyssa
Official Answer By PerriconeMD - Sampling
Hello, 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 - Sampling
Great 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 - Sampling
Good 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 - Sampling
Hello, 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 - Sampling
Hello, 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 - Sampling
The 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 - Sampling
Hello, 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
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Is this product okay for sensitive skin? I sometimes break out when trying new products
Asked by Allie
Official Answer By PerriconeMD - Sampling
Hello, 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 - Sampling
Hello, 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
Q
what is the concentration amount for the vitamin C ingredient? what percent?
Asked by kathy
Official Answer By PerriconeMD - Sampling
Compared 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 - Sampling
The 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
Q
Is this product okay for sensitive skin? I sometimes break out when trying new products
Asked by Allie
Official Answer By PerriconeMD - Sampling
Hello, 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 - Sampling
Hello, 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
Q
what is the concentration amount for the vitamin C ingredient? what percent?
Asked by kathy
Official Answer By PerriconeMD - Sampling
Compared 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 - Sampling
The 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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Most Helpful Positive Review
An effective brightening serum...

Results with this have been noticeable & fast! It's a lightweight serum, medium consistency and not runny. I can dot this onto my cheeks, chin and forehead and take my time in blending in to cover my face/neck, which is great as most serums tend to drip down and off my face before I've finished even...

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Most Helpful Critical Review
Didn't do anything

I bought this line (brightening) along with the Cold Plasma when there was a sale going on. I was not impressed with either. While this one does not break me out like the other, I'm not seeing any benefits and it's been a few months now. I will say a little bit goes a long way. The part that is anno...

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This is something else.

Submitted 6 months ago

By Kristen

From Tampa, FL

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!

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Love this stuff!

Submitted 1 year ago

By TH

From Seattle, WA

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!

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Feel a difference on first application

Submitted 1 year ago

By Jean

From Trinity Texas

Age 60+

Skin Type Combination

Verified Buyer

My dermatologist recommended that I use vitamin C every day .. this product really is amazing

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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I do like this product, but their is one downside.

Submitted 2 years ago

By Harper

From Nc

I purchased this product in the 2oz, I would say this serum is great, especially for the high content of vitamin C. But, when I apply this serum to my skin, it tends to not absorb very well and flake off my skin. I would say this product could improve, especially for the price. Maybe it's my skin and the way I apply it, but for me, it's just one downside, but overall it's a great product.

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Milky Serum

Submitted 2 years ago

By K

From Albuquerque, NM

This Vitamin-C serum is milky and absorbs well. I have very oily skin and this product melts into my skin and does not feel greasy. It does have an orange smell that goes away quickly. It's expensive but worth it!

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