A Vitamin C serum is a must daily in the morning. Use first after allowing face to dry from your morning wash. Let the serum dry down for a few minutes before you move to the next step.
This just arrived from Sephora! Lots of positives: doesn’t smell like hotdogs, isn’t a serum, and is gentle!
Innsbeauty Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid
This formulation is my favorite. I use daily and have not had any issue with irritation. A dup for the uber $ Skinceuticals brand whose patent has run out.
Timeless Vit C
This sits on my desk, and on no makeup days I swipe for a cool refresh.
Multi Correxion Vitamin C Eye Balm Stick - RoC | Ulta Beauty
This is a solid brand. Contains Vitamin E for stability, and also hyaluronic acid for hydration and to reduce irritation.
1.0 oz Vitamin C Complex Serum - Naturium | Ulta Beauty
Dr. Shah is everywhere! This is a great economical option.
Prequel Lucent-C Vitamin C Serum - 1fl oz
This Naturium formulation is a wrinkle wrecking ball, but may be too harsh for many skin types. This contains retinol, salicylic acid, & niacinamide as well.
Naturium - Vitamin C Super Serum Plus
New darliny Inkey List (takeoff on INCI list, which is the ingredient listing on the panel of the carton). Also contains EGF or epidermal growth factor.
The INKEY List - 15% Vitamin C & EGF Brightening Serum