Vanicream Vitamin C Serum, 1.2 Fl Oz, Formulated without Common Irritants for Sensitive Skin, Milky and Lightweight, Boosts Glow, Dermatologist-Tested

After trying The Ordinary, Versed, and others, this is hands down the best vitamin C I've used. The milky texture is smooth, non-sticky, and absorbs perfectly (no pilling or product separation). It layers seamlessly with my azelaic acid and mineral sunscreen, which has been a dealbreaker with other formulas. Great for rosacea-prone, sensitive skin — brightening without any irritation. The added ceramides make it uniquely nourishing. Fragrance free and pregnancy safe! Won't go back and will buy again!

This is a great Vitamin C serum. I’m really happy with both the ingredient list and the results. It gives a subtle brightening effect and helps even out my skin texture. It doesn’t irritate my skin at all, and it has no strong or unpleasant scent, which I really appreciate since I can’t stand heavily fragranced face products. It applies nicely, absorbs well, and doesn’t leave my skin looking overly shiny like many others do. Great value for the price, and I will definitely repurchase.

The best Votamin C serum on the market. Great for budget and skin sensitivity. Hydrates my skin and leaves a glassy skin finish, I have seen such a difference since starting to use this over 3 years ago and I will never stop. Does not cause irritation or ruin my makeup (as an everyday makeup wearer). Definitely have seen faded dark spots and protects me from sun and gaining sun spots.

I absolutely love this serum for my sensitive skin. It's the only THD ascorbate product that doesn't irritate my skin. It's been hard to find THD ascorbate products. This one leaves my skin looking bright, feeling smooth and hydrated! There's also no scent, which is great for my sensitive skin. You can't beat Vanicream!

I've been using this vitamin C serum for a week. and really like its creamy, light formula and the effects on my skin -- it looks brighter and smoother after application and throughout the day. I have noticed some light redness and a couple breakouts, but my skin is prone to sensitivity and that is not uncommon. If I ever find a product that doesn't have either of those effects, it will become my holy grail. My reason for the four-star rating is not due to the serum but the pump dispenser which requires shaking the tube multiple times and several pumps before product is dispensed (just give me the product already!). My vote is still out on the price.

I am writing this review for anyone who has been stuck in the frustrating, expensive cycle of trying to find skincare for sensitive, reactive skin. For the longest time, my face was a nightmare—I was dealing with constant redness and breakouts, and I felt like I had tried everything on the market. I’ve gone through countless popular brands, including La Roche-Posay, Glow Recipe, Neutrogena, and tinted options like EltaMD, only to have them leave my face stinging, red, or clogged with acne. I’ll be honest: I was terrified to try the Vanicream Vitamin C serum because I saw so many mixed reviews online from people who had bad reactions. But I was at my breaking point, and I am so glad I took the chance. For the first time, I have found a Vitamin C that actually calms my redness instead of making it worse. I use it along with a very simple moisturizer and a mineral sunscreen, and my skin finally stays calm and redness-free throughout the day. If you have sensitive, reactive skin and you're tired of wasting money on products that promise 'gentle' but actually cause irritation, this might be the missing piece of your routine. Everyone’s skin is different, but for me, this was the breakthrough I needed.

Perfection! My skin is sensitive and I can't take the fancy, "sophisticated " ingredients that come in many serums and moisturizers. FINALLY - a vitamin C serum that doesn't break me out! It goes on milky and absorbs right away. I then layer on my daily moisturizer before then following with sunscreen. I couldn't be happier!

As a 57-year-old African American woman who treats anti-aging skincare very seriously, finding a potent Vitamin C serum that doesn't cause irritation is a constant battle. Many high-concentration serums sting, redden, or cause a reaction on my sensitive skin barrier. That is why I was incredibly eager to test this Vanicream Vitamin C Serum. I am thrilled to report that it completely lives up to its gentle reputation while delivering real results. ​Here is why this serum is a total win for sensitive, mature skin: ​Exceptional Barrier Support: While some Vitamin C products are too harsh, this formulation is infused with ceramides. It delivers critical antioxidants to brighten and even out complexion while simultaneously supporting and strengthening the skin barrier. ​Truly Irritant-Free: Looking at the packaging in image, you can see it is a 'Non-Comedogenic' and 'Gluten-Free' product. It is also completely free of dyes, fragrance, masking fragrance, lanolin, parabens, and formaldehyde releasers. This is the cleanest formula I've found, providing powerful anti-aging support with zero risk of a reaction. ​Luxurious, Comfortable Wear: The texture is light and silky, gliding on seamlessly. It plays perfectly with other skincare, fitting beautifully right under my daily moisturizer and sunscreen without any pilling or stickiness. ​Bottom Line: Vanicream has created a phenomenal product that allows my sensitive, mature skin to access the transformative power of Vitamin C without compromise. It is gentle, barrier-focused, and incredibly comfortable for daily use.

This is my second purchase of this Vitamin C serum. Goes on smoothly and doesn’t make my skin tingle or feel overly sensitive. I can use this twice a day and even together with retinoic acid which is unheard of. I believe it’s because of the THD ester form of vitamin C in this product which is suppose to be more stable. Topical Vitamin C with ascorbic acid tends to over sensitize my skin and stain my white clothes so I never have used up full containers but with this I’m already about to start a second tube and have 3 more back ups. If you’re using this with other actives like retinol/retnoic acid, I’d give about 10-20 minutes between the products to let them settle into skin. Other than that, this is my very favorite vitamin C serum that I’ll continue to use.

The best Vitamin C serum for me

La uso non da così tanto, ma la mia pelle sensibile con rosacea pare tollerarla bene. Non unge troppo

I've never used a skin cream before as my diet is great. I don't eat junk food or anything like that and use non-nano zinc sunscreen. However I started to get some dryness under the eyes. I researched many products using EWG and other sites making sure the ingredients were very safe. This cream had one of the best profile along with Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin. I bought both and the Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin didn't feel as nice on my skin. I was using both creams at the same time but on separate sides of my face to test them out. Both products completely got rid of the dryness. The vitamin C effects lasted longer when I stopped using both. I stopped because I thought it was fixed but it came back. I'm now only using the vitamin C one and I'll have to keep using it or find out what's causing the dryness. The vitamin C also smelled better.

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