SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic with 15% L-ascorbic acid
Works for
Anti-agingAscorbic acid, Ferulic acid + 2 moreWorks well
“The #1 dermatologist recommended vitamin C serum among medical aesthetic skincare brands, C E Ferulic serum is now proven to visibly reverse 10 years of aging signs so you can age backwards.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains ascorbic acid.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: carnosine, ferulic acid.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-oxidationAscorbic acid, Tocopherol + 3 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbic acid, carnosine, ferulic acid, tocopherol) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid, Ferulic acidWorks well
“Beyond environmental protection, this serum visibly improves 8 signs of aging, including the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, discoloration, loss of firmness, and brightness on all skin tones.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: ascorbic acid.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: ferulic acid.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Ascorbic acidMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
9 of 10 community members would buy it again.
It's the gold-standard vitamin C, however, personally I could not get over the combination of the oily-feeling consistency, the hot dog water smell and the price. If it was cheaper, I could deal with the smell and feel, or if the smell and consistency were nicer, I could get over the price. All these cons together though were just too much for me. I'll personally resort to the potentially less effective vitamin C serums out there but if you're looking for the best proven one and don't care about anything else, then this is the one.
I especially love this product because the effect of this product is based on scientific studies. My skin reacts very well to it, no irritation. L ascorbic acid is unstable so it will go bad quite quickly. Also, its very expensive. When your skin is more sensitive maybe consider the serum 10. I am 51 and hardly have any wrinkles. I cannot say that is the result of only this product because I've been using other vitamin C products as well for more than 15 years ( in combination with an SPF).
It visibly made my skin tone even and my hyperpigmentation so much better in just one month! It also gives my skin a very beautiful glow, my skin looks clearer and younger. It is expensive but worth every penny, I will never stop using It because it's SO good!
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Ethoxydiglycol~5.5–8.2%
Ascorbic acid15%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidGlycerin~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPropylene glycol~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolLaureth-23~2.4–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Laureth-23Tocopherol~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium hydroxide~1.1–1.6%
Ferulic acid~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidCarnosine~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin combatting the sun damage
More about CarnosinePanthenol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePentylene glycol~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolTaraxacum officinale rhizome/root extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Taraxacum officinale rhizome/root extractMaltodextrin~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinCitric acid~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEperua falcata bark extract~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Ethoxydiglycol, Ascorbic acid, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Laureth-23, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium hydroxide, Ferulic acid, Carnosine, Panthenol, Sodium hyaluronate, Pentylene glycol, Taraxacum officinale rhizome/root extract, Maltodextrin, Citric acid, Eperua falcata bark extract
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| SkinCeuticalsC E Ferulic with 15% L-ascorbic acidYOUR PRODUCT | FormulystActive Serum – Vitamin B, C, E, Ferulic + Niacinamide | NourishMaxVITAMIN C + B + E + FERULIC & RETINOL SERUM | BiobareVitamin C, B, E & Ferulic Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 100% | 99% | 99% |
| Price | $147.60 | — | $59.00−$88.60 | $58.00−$89.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 7 | 6 of 7 | 6 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Pca | Sodium Pca | Sodium Pca |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"SkinCeuticals - C E Ferulic with 15% L-ascorbic acid" is effective for: Evens skin tone and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid). It can be an effective active for anti-aging and evening out the skin tone, but in this product it is used for stabilizing other ingredients in the formulation. In this concentration (15.00% (declared)) it cannot have a noticeable benefit for the skin.
What our users say
Based on 3 reviews 100% recommend this product- When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, two out of three reviewers say that it works well under makeup, but the third user had an issue with pilling.
- When it comes to comedogenicity, two out of three reviewers didn't notice clogged pores after using this sunscreen, but the third reviewer found that it clogged pores.
Price
The product retails from 128.00$ up to 169.00$ in the United States, from 114.99£ up to 150.00£ in the United Kingdom and from 190.00CA$ up to 198.00CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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