Best vitamin c serum on Reddit
284 reviews from r/IndianSkincareAddicts, r/30PlusSkinCare, r/SkincareAddictionLux and 19 more subreddits
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#1
SkinCeuticals
4.9
(20)
"I think the ‘best’ is considered to be skinceuticals."
"I’ve been using Skinceuticals CE Ferulic for years and like it a lot."
"SkinCeuticals Philoretin CF!"
"I've always thought it the best as far as C serums go."
"I use Skinceuticals CF Phloretin. I have mature, combo skin that is still prone to breakouts."
"Skinceuticals ce ferullic (I use am)"
"I love. It helps with discoloration and signs of aging too."
"Sticking with Skinceuticasl CE Ferulic. My skin loves it."
"Although VERY pricey, the skinceuticals CE Ferulic has completely transformed my skin."
"Sikinceuticals is the best"
#2
Melano CC
4.6
(16)
"Really helped to fade my PIE! I've seen really good progress within the first two weeks."
"Melano CC te ung japanese brand color yellow or white 1 week kita na result."
"Melano cc or skinceuticals CE."
"Not Sephora, but Melano CC ◡̈"
"I really like the asian beauty vitamin c melano cc."
"Melano CC all the way! Affordable and great packaging and dispenser."
"Hands down, go buy Melano CC."
"Nothing works like Melano CC."
"The colour fades away a lil."
"Melano CC really helped to fade my PIE!"
#3
Timeless
4.3
(15)
"The Timeless Vitamin C serum is the best one I have used."
"Seconding timeless."
"Timeless. It copies the expensive formula that all the data is based on."
"Timeless"
"Timeless skincare"
"I like Timeless and Maelove."
"The serum by Timeless has good reviews."
"I like the Timeless one."
"Timeless vitamin C serum is a good drugstore option."
"Slight budget: timeless."
#4
Vitamin C Serum
4.4
(13)
"Green-Beauty CO Vitamin C serum"
"Jumiso"
"I like the dr althea one"
"Missha Vitamin C serum! I’m not sure if it’s on Amazon bc I bought it from Korea."
"I am seeing really good results to address the hyperpigmentation caused by acne."
"It has reduced my PIE marks like 90% in 2-3 months and it gives a very nice glow to skin."
"I use TrueSkin Vitamin C Serum, and it works well for me."
"I have one by Versed and so far so good! Affordable and non-greasy or sticky."
"It's really potent, but also pricey."
"I like the goodal vitamin c serum <3"
#5
Mad Hippie
4.8
(12)
"I love Mad Hippie's Vitamin C serum."
"Is cheap and give good results."
"+1 for Mad Hippie"
"Mad Hippie. This serum is really good for my skin."
"I love the mad hippie vitamin c serum."
"I love the Mad Hippie Vitamin C serum!"
"Mad Hippie is incredible. Please give it a try."
"Mad Hippie vitamin c with ferulic acid for sure."
"I’ve only ever used Mad Hippie, and really like it."
"I've been eyeing up their Vitamin C Serum after hearing good things about it."
#6
Sunday Riley
4.3
(13)
"Absolutely loved the Sunday Riley Vit C. The fact that it's a cream and not a liquid - aesthetic value is amazing."
"Has done more for me than any vitamin C."
"My makeup looks best with Sunday Riley CEO Glow Oil under it."
"Sunday Riley CEO Serum — my skin glows."
"I have been using Sunday Riley CEO serum for a good part of the last year."
"I like Sunday Riley CEO."
"Sunday Riley CEO serum is great for me."
"CEO Glow Oil has been really good for my dry sensitive skin."
"I really like Sunday Riley’s CEO Glow oil!"
"My makeup looks best with Sunday Riley CEO Glow Oil under it."
#7
CeraVe
4.3
(12)
"CeraVe and Naturium are really great"
"I like Cerave Vitamin C Serum."
"I have SAHARA DRY super sensitive skin and use the cerave vitamin c serum!"
"Currently using CeraVe vitamin c serum and loving it."
"Cerave."
"I use cerave vitamin c serum."
"Try CeraV Vitamin C serum."
"I like Cerave Vitamin C Serum."
"For a budget friendly one try Cerave vitamin c serum."
"You might like Cerave vitamin c serum."
#8
Monsia
5.0
(9)
"For me, Monsia CC Serum has been a game-changer."
"Monsia CC Serum is my holy grail for brightening."
"It’s been incredible for my skin."
"Monsia CC Serum With Vitamin C."
"I've been using the Monsia CC Serum with Vitamin C, and it's been amazing for me."
"For dry and sensitive skin, I’ve had great success with the Monsia CC Serum with Vitamin C."
"It's been amazing for brightening my skin and evening out my tone."
"I love it. It’s brightened my skin."
"I’ve been using the Monsia CC Serum with Vitamin C and it's been amazing."
#9
La Roche-Posay
4.3
(10)
"IMO, the best vitamin C serum is one that feels good on your skin, is effective, and offers a considerable percentage of active Vitamin C"
"Theirs are amazing but it’s also a multi-active one"
"La Roche C serum is suitable for all skin types."
"La Roche-Posay is great for sensitive and oily skin type."
"Recommended Product: La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C Face Serum."
"The La Roche Posay serum is very good."
"I really like the La Roche-Posay serum a lot."
"La Roche Posay! I combine it with Soap and Glory Green Tea and Vitamin C moisturizer."
"For discoloration, I use vitamin c and that’s helped me clear up scarring from pimples."
"I would recommend 3-o ethyl ascorbic acid for sensitive skin."
#10
Goodal
4.2
(10)
"Loved it and used almost the whole bottle so I need to order my second one soon 🤭"
"It's been a gamechanger for me."
"It’s very popular in Korea right now and it’s the only vitamin C I’ve tried that hasn’t irritated my skin"
"I recommend goodal green tangerine Vita C serum that you can buy on Oliveyoung."
"Goodal"
"Goodal vit c serum; Axis y dark spot serum."
"I like it so far! I have fairly sensitive skin and no reactions so far."
"Goodal vitamin C."
"Has anyone used Goodal green tangerine vitamin C serum?"
"Goodal vitamin c serum and cosrx vitamin c 23 serum didn’t do anything."
#11
Naturium
4.6
(8)
"Lovveee naturium"
"CeraVe and Naturium are really great"
"I’m currently using the Naturium one and loving it."
"Not Sephora, but Naturium!"
"I love naturium’s vitamin c serum."
"Naturium Vitamin C serum is pretty good!"
"I really like Naturium!"
"Of those I have tried: Naturium and Timeless."
#12
Geek & Gorgeous
4.6
(8)
"Geek and Gorgeous C Glow."
"Is amazing and like $25"
"C-glow by geek & gorgeous"
"Geek & gorgeous. Similar to skinceuticals and a fraction of the cost."
"Geek & Gorgeous C glow is amazing."
"Geek&Gorgeous - C-Glow"
"I've been hearing a lot about Geek & Gorgeous' C-Glow."
"Settled on a non-lux cheaper Geek& Gorgeous Vit C serum."
#13
The Ordinary
4.6
(7)
"The ordinary Ethylated ascorbic acid using since 2020 works like a charm."
"Both of these can be paired with any actives."
"I am loving the glow that’s coming with ordinary vitamin c suspension."
"Go for the ordinary. one of the best rn"
"For oily skin, try lightweight serums like The Ordinary's vitamin C suspension."
"The Ordinary has a wide range of Vit C serums."
"Has a small variety of Vit C serums."
#14
Paula's Choice
4.7
(6)
"Paula’s Choice!"
"I can feel my skin gets brighter and smoother!"
"I second Paula’s choice!"
"I love Paula’s choice"
"Paula’s Choice C15 is 15% pure AA."
"I like Paula’s Choice or Dr Dennis Gross!"
#15
Klairs
4.0
(6)
"I’d suggest if you’re a beginner start with 5% of vit c."
"The Klairs one is within your budget if you buy it from Kult."
"Currently using klairs and loving it."
"Klairs is amazing for results despite having only 5% vitamin c."
"For beginners: Klairs vitamin c and jumiso vtamin c serum."
"Klairs is great! Helped my skin a lot."
#16
SkinBetter
4.6
(5)
"I love skinbetter alto advanced"
"It’s doesn’t have that weird vitamin c smell like the other serums."
"I like SkinBetter Alto Advanced or Prequel Vit C."
"Skin better alto advanced and alastin c radial."
"I’m Fitzpatrick 1 and don’t find it leaves a yellow tint on my skin."
#17
Geek and Gorgeous
4.4
(5)
"The best one in my opinion!"
"Fantastic vit C. Affordable, amazing efficacy and doesnt oxidize."
"I use Geek and Gorgeous C-Glow."
"I like Geek & Gorgeous C-Glow."
"I think it does work well, I feel like I notice a reduction in fine lines."
#18
Dr. Brenner
4.5
(4)
"I have good results using this Dr. Brenner Vitamin C Serum."
"The only one that doesn’t break me out."
"It is very cost-effective."
"I’ve been using Dr. Brenner for a while now."
#19
Derma E
4.3
(4)
"Honestly the Derma E vitamin C serum has worked wonders."
"I love Derma E vitamin C serum."
"I really like derma e’s vitamin c serum."
"I’ve been using Derma E vitamin C serum."
#20
CosRx
4.3
(4)
"Cosrx 23"
"I can do the CosRx 23% without any issues."
"CosRx - Korean brand can be found on Amazon."
"I really like cos Rx, I could see the effects after one application."
#21
Summer Fridays
4.3
(4)
"This is the only one I've stuck to!"
"Summer Fridays vitamin c serum and Niacinamide."
"At Sephora - Summer Fridays cc me"
"It’s pricy but I really like the summer fridays cc me serum."
#22
Minimalist
4.3
(4)
"The minimalist vit c worked the best for me."
"Minimalist 10% or 16% vitamin C serum."
"Is a good option?"
"I've only ever used the Minimalist ones, so can't compare with others."
#23
Deconstruct
4.0
(4)
"It made my pigmentation go away in almost 4 weeks."
"Give Deconstruct Vitamin C Serum a try."
"It's very light weight and non-sticky."
"Deconstruct Vitamin C serum - 10% beginner friendly serum."
#24
Foxtale
4.0
(4)
"Been using foxtale’s vitamin C for over 3 weeks along with sunscreen."
"Foxtale vitamin c serum ❤️."
"Have used foxtale in the past and it made my skin glow!"
"Foxtale."
#25
COSRX
4.0
(4)
"I just liking and using CosRx vitamin C, 23%… I believe they have a lower percentage as well."
"Affordable but has a weird smell to it."
"Cosrx 23"
"My friend uses cosrx vit c. It's really nice."
#26
Dr. Dennis Gross
5.0
(3)
"I pick it every time vs skin ceuticals."
"His Vitamin C is combined with lactic acid now, which according to his research has found it takes the Vitamin C to the next level."
#27
Ole Henriksen
4.7
(3)
"I have been using the Olehenriksen Vitamin C Truth Serum for well over 5 years."
"The product I’ve tried that I’ve found brightened my skin the most is the Ole Henriksen truth serum."
"Ole Henriksen Truth Serum 42-56$/ounce."
#28
TruSkin
4.7
(3)
"TruSkin and Olay are really great."
"TruSkin Vit C Serum has been working well for me the past two years."
"# TruSkin and CeraVe are really great."
#29
IS Clinical
4.7
(3)
"I really like IS Clinical Pro Heal Serum and their GenexC serum."
"ISclinical pro heal serum 🤌🏼"
"I really like is Clinical Pro-heal and their GenexC serum."
#30
Rohto
4.7
(3)
"Rohto Melano CC serum."
"Japanese brand: rohto melano cc is amazing."
"I use the Rohto Melano CC and so far I have not experienced any breakout and it works well."
#31
Obagi
4.3
(3)
"I love Obagi – they have three options: 10%, 15% and 20%."
"I knew it was radically better."
"Just got the Obagi c serum from Marshall’s. Scared to try!"
#32
Prequel
4.3
(3)
"I just ordered my second bottle"
"Prequel for me."
"Definitely prequel Lucent c"
#33
Dear Klairs
4.3
(3)
"I’ve been using it for 3 years now and in my opinion nothing comes close to this."
"I really like the one by Klairs."
"Has anyone used the Dear klairs one?"
#34
Clinique
4.0
(3)
"I personally like the Clinique Fresh pressed vitamin c."
"A little pricey but I like the Clinique Fresh pressed vitamin c."
"Clinique Fresh pressed vitamin c."
#35
Dermafirm
5.0
(2)
"I love using dermafirm cicaa c serum. But ofc the serums depends on the needs."
"Dermafirm Cicaa C Serum, it has Niacinamide and 70% centella asiatica."
#36
Caudalie
5.0
(2)
"Caudalie vinoperfect serum is better than vitamin C and is sun-safe."
"I’d recommend Caudalie’s vinoperfect serum. I found it helped brighten my skin way more than any vitamin c serum I tried."
#37
Cos de Baha
5.0
(2)
"Cheap and great serum that ive used multiple times because it also has ferrulic in it."
"I love the added benefit of MSM."
#38
Vichy
5.0
(2)
"Saw a major difference within a few weeks."
"It worked better than any other vitamin c serum."
#39
Alto Advanced
5.0
(2)
"Alto advanced is far superior to revision vitamin c IMO!!"
"Alto Advanced is the GOAT for me."
#40
Eclat
4.5
(2)
"I love Eclat one, it is really great."
"Eclat worked for me and there are plenty of influencers with a code."
#41
Strivectin
4.5
(2)
"I like the Strivectin Vit C sunscreen."
#42
Drunk Elephant
4.5
(2)
"I’ve tried soooo many and always go back to Drunk Elephant."
"I like Drunk Elephant quite a bit."
#43
Revision
4.5
(2)
"I have bought it again and again and I love the formula"
"I like anything with THD."
#44
L'Oreal
4.5
(2)
"Loreals works awesome for me and every other vitamin c has broken me out."
"I like the L’Oréal one."
#45
Plum
4.5
(2)
"I liked Plum, Foxtale and Minimalist 16 pc."
"I have tried plum It did gave me visible results."
#46
Vanicream
4.5
(2)
"I love Vanicream’s"
"I have used the Vanicream version, same active ingredient, and it’s only $18 and I’ve liked it!"
#47
Educated Mess
4.5
(2)
"My absolute favorite vitamin C."
"I’ve been using Educated Mess Golden Hour for a couple of weeks and I like it so far."
#48
Allies of Skin
4.5
(2)
"Allies of skin 35% vitamin c"
"I’ve been using the Obagi 20% serum for years and have been mostly underwhelmed."
#49
Image
4.5
(2)
"Image"
"Image vit c serum"
#50
Peter Thomas Roth
4.0
(2)
"The Peter Thomas Roth one is amazing!"
"Peter Thomas Roth. My MIL usually stocks me up in skin care."
#51
Maelove
4.0
(2)
"I like the Maelove glow maker!"
"I use Maelove Glow Maker."
#52
Artistry
5.0
(1)
"Artistry Vitamin Serum is my go and it helps with eye wrinkles which is great."
#53
Avene
5.0
(1)
"I’m actually really into the avene one!!"
#54
Acnes
5.0
(1)
"Acnes C-10 serum"
#55
Odacite
5.0
(1)
"Gentlest formulation I've tried that I can finally use regularly is Odacite's CE + HA."
#56
Turmeric Vitamin C Serum
5.0
(1)
"The one that noticeably stands out for me is this Turmeric Vitamin C Serum."
#57
Dermaco
5.0
(1)
"Is really good for my oily-combination skin.. On my 3rd bottle now"
#58
Soko Glam
5.0
(1)
"Try a vitamin C powder! It’s very cheap."
#59
Theramid
5.0
(1)
"Theramid is the best formulated on the market imo."
#60
Purito
5.0
(1)
"I love purito %5 vitamin c serum. I’m also sensitive to niacinamide."
#61
Whiz Laboratories
5.0
(1)
"It's very good ✌️"
#62
Formula Rx
5.0
(1)
"So gentle yet such good results."
#63
Sesderma
5.0
(1)
"This is expensive, but within 2 weeks, my skin starts glowing."
#64
Isdin
4.0
(1)
"I love the Isdin vit c serum but it’s expensive."
#65
Mizon
4.0
(1)
"Mizon vitamin c works with my acne prone skin not sure if vegan tho"
#66
Alumier
4.0
(1)
"I sell the Alumier Vit C and E at my clinic."
#67
Aqualogica
3.0
(1)
"It's the only one that I'm aware of that contains SAP."
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