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Comment on Are Other Vitamin CE Ferulic Serums As Effective as Skinceuticals?: Cosmetics Solutions, Timeless, Skinmedica Compared by NeenaJ

NeenaJ — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:07:19 +0000

I really enjoyed reading this article. My skin has been going through a terrible dry spell which I suspect has a lot to do with central heating at my office and home (at least I can have a humidifier at home). Is the LAA worth the short term dryness for the long-term (4 weeks) payoff?

Is there anything specific I can use in combination to quell the drying effects? Thanks for any advise!

Comment on Product Review: NIA24 Skincare by futurederm

futurederm — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 04:23:52 +0000

@Sylvia – Thanks for the great question! Usually when mixing products with vitamin C serum, the first question I ask is, “Are these pH compatible?” Considering L-ascorbic acid is, well, an acid [:-)], and so is nicotinic acid, that’s all a go.

The second question I ask myself is whether or not these ingredients may be too harsh on the skin. This depends a lot on the individual and how long s/he has been using the products, i.e., how much tolerance s/he has built up. I will say that 15% (or higher) vitamin C serum is strong, as is NIA’s 1-2% nicotinic acid, so you may want to be well-adjusted to the vitamin C for weeks to months before trying the NIA 24 over top. Even then, you must consider the NIA 24 can cause skin redness and irritation at first even when used alone, so be sure to start slowly with it when using the vitamin C, using small amounts every 2-3 days, and gradually working up to daily use.

As always, I will recommend that you see a dermatologist in person for actual medical advice and personalized recommendations. I do, however, appreciate your question, and really hope this helps.

Let me know if you have further questions.
All the best,
Nicki

Comment on Product Review: NIA24 Skincare by Sylvia

Sylvia — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 04:14:38 +0000

Quick question, can you use the skin strengthening complex on top of a vitamin c serum? Thank you for all the information you post on here, its VERY appreciated *waves*

Comment on Are Other Vitamin CE Ferulic Serums As Effective as Skinceuticals?: Cosmetics Solutions, Timeless, Skinmedica Compared by Ria

Ria — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:11:34 +0000

Great article! I’ve always learnt that an optimal pH is necessary – it’s nice to have it confirmed!

Just wondering though, what about storage? Because ascorbic acid is notoriously unstable – I know it rapidly oxidises. Does the Skinceuticals CE+Ferulic have ingredients that prevent this oxidation? I know the vitamin E and ferulic is supposed to help with that, but to what extent? Also, Skinceuticals products may sit on shelves for months if not years, so how does the vitamin c hold up that then? Anyway, I’d love any tips on storage and prolonging the efficacy of my product!

Comment on Are Other Vitamin CE Ferulic Serums As Effective as Skinceuticals?: Cosmetics Solutions, Timeless, Skinmedica Compared by Peggy

Peggy — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:45:56 +0000

Thank you so much for this article. I have been waiting for you to write this. I love your blog, my absolute fav. on skincare. I have used the Cosmetic Skin Solutions C+Ferluic in the past and liked it. I’m currently using NuFountain. I’m wondering if you are familiar with them or what you think of their products if you are. I’m very excited to try the Timeless serum once I run out of what I’m using now. Thanks again for this great article and your site. Thanks to your recommendation I’m using the PTR Retinol Fusion at night with Vit. C during the day and am loving the results! Keep up the great work.

Comment on How Do You Estimate the Amount of an Ingredient in a Skin Care or Beauty Product? by Eileen

Eileen — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:43:12 +0000

I am an avid label reader and always knew about the descending order on ingredient lists, but the rest of your information was a real eye-opener. Thank you for the clearly stated guidelines.

Comment on Are Other Vitamin CE Ferulic Serums As Effective as Skinceuticals?: Cosmetics Solutions, Timeless, Skinmedica Compared by Janette

Janette — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:30:38 +0000

Thanks so much for your fascinating article! It’s exciting to read about the beneficial effects of these vitamin C serums.

Do you think any of the concerns/controversy about the safety of the antioxidant VitA/retinyl palmite might apply to the Vit C? Are these two vitamins similar in their actions?

(If so, is applying at night better or would we just lose the fourfold increase in sun protection?)

Thank you!

Comment on How Do You Estimate the Amount of an Ingredient in a Skin Care or Beauty Product? by ian r

ian r — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:14:18 +0000

Just to expand a little more. All products which provide UV protection (sunscreens, day creams, foundation powders etc) are now required by the FDA to carry the standard drug facts label, exactly the same as a bottle of head ache pills or a tube of antibiotic cream. That label includes a separate specification of the active ingredients and their percentage content in the formulation.

Comment on Are Other Vitamin CE Ferulic Serums As Effective as Skinceuticals?: Cosmetics Solutions, Timeless, Skinmedica Compared by futurederm

futurederm — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:21:26 +0000

I’ll be sure to look into this, Eva, thanks for letting me know!
I’ll publish what I find in a post soon…

Comment on Are Other Vitamin CE Ferulic Serums As Effective as Skinceuticals?: Cosmetics Solutions, Timeless, Skinmedica Compared by Eva

Eva — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:44:10 +0000

How do you think these compare the the Topix Citrix 20% serum with Growth Factor? I learned about this on Dr. Bailey’s blog. Would love to hear your insight.