Best Vitamin C for Dark Spots, Acne, & Anti-aging by Skin Type

How to choose the best vitamin C for your skin type and skin concern.

PRODUCTS MENTIONED by Skin Type:

Resilient, Normal Skin

SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic:

CeraVe Skin Renewing Vitamin C Serum:

Neutrogena Rapid Tone Repair Vitamin C Serum Capsules:

Acne Prone Skin, Oily to Combo Skin

Olay Regenerist Brightening Vitamin C Serum:

No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Serum:

Sensitive Skin/ Hyperpigmentation

First Aid Beauty 10% Vitamin C Brightening Serum:

Fenty Skin Watch Ya Tone Serum:

Dry to normal/Combination Skin/Hyperpigmentation

Skinbetter Alto Advanced Defense and Repair Serum:

Vanicream Vitamin C Serum:

PillowtalkDerm Major Fade Active Seal Moisturizer:

VERSED Weekend Glow Daily Brightening Moisturizer:

Anti-Aging Powerhouse

Allies of Skin CE15 Bakuchiol Firming Oil:

PSA: Gifted oil

Sensitive & Dry to normal, Combination Skin Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate /MAP- pillow talk derm/versed/YTTP

Hyperpigmentation- look for additional brightening ingredients licorice root, niacinamide, kojic acid; examples: OAM- Major forms of vit c with alpha arbutin or fenty skin watch ya tone with licorice root and niacinamide

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[OAS]

I used a vitamin c serum back in July and ended up with 2 weeks of tiny bumps all over my face. At first I thought it was heat rash but it was so bad. Went to a derm and it turned out that the vitamin c did give me a reaction but the derm recognized more and sent me to see a rheumatologist. After many tests it turned out I have MCTD. Imagine trying skincare only to have a reaction that leads to the discovery of an unrelated autoimmune disease.

[monye]

Dr Stephens, you’re back, we missed you, hope all is well with you and the family

[Truffoire]

Her skin is insanely clear. Literally flawless.💐💐💐

[QueersandSteers]

I’ve been afraid of vitamin c because I thought they were all the same, and every product I tried seemed to make me break out. After watching this I started reviewing old products I used in the last…lo and behold, THD was the only vitamin c derivative i hadn’t tried. I bought the Pillowtalk Derm moisturizer per your suggestion a few weeks ago and it is a DREAM for my oily / acne-prone skin!! It’s become my daily ❤ Also really happy to finally find a black woman esthetician who understands pigmented skin. THANK YOUUUU 🙏🏽

[relee]

My skin is more sensitive than I realized. The Vanicream Vitamin C feels great going on and doesn’t cause irritation. 😁

[alisah]

Your skin is absolutely gorgeous. I wouldn't expect anything less from a dermatologist, Great content.

[BlasianGoddessTM]

I’ve been using April Skin 20% Vitamin C for 2 years. It has been a lifesaver as far as hyperpigmentation and made my skin Dewey/radiant.

[jessiejones]

This is such a helpful video for anyone looking to incorporate vitamin C into their skincare routine! For those dealing with acne, DermalMD Acne Serum is a great option as it contains vitamin C as well as other powerful ingredients to help combat breakouts and fade dark spots. Plus, it's suitable for all skin types. Definitely worth checking out!

[patwagner]

I listened w/interest....& am going to try the I have to admit, I just kept admiring your headwrap! It's beautiful. Love the shade of blue....such a pretty print & looks great on you. You have the friendliest face!

[gensai]

I like the Day Dream serum from Bubble Skincare. I started using it for the niacinamide, but then noticed it has SAP as the 2nd ingredient and other stuff like alpha arbutin and ceramides. It has really helped with my hyperpigmentation. They do sell it in stores now, but they have sales all the time on their website so I like to wait to stock up.

[kmcsteelers]

I've been using just a derivative of vitamin c, called Tru C. My serum is clear, somewhat thick, but has been really gentle on my skin. So far so good. My skin is wayyy to sensitive for L-a sorbic acid.

[hrhsophiathefirst]

I am so happy you mentioned the Cerave Vitamin C 10%. I have used two tubes so far and I do keep it in the refrigerator to extend even farther. I will try the L'Oreal one as well as that has also been recommended to me but it has big shoes to fill from the Cerave.

[feleciachatman]

This is so timely, I was recently looking for vitamin C and didn’t understand the breakdown of which one to use for my sensitive skin. Thanks Dr. Stephens! 😊

[RachelReaiah]

These options are not budget friendly for me, but I enjoyed how knowledgeable you are and information very well presented

[GigiM]

The Vitamin C serum by Mad Hippie has really helped my sensitive acne prone skin. I haven’t experienced any breakouts. Old acne marks are fading and my skin has a glow.

[MakeupAZ]

Very informative and thank you for researching both luxury and budget alternatives for dry, sensitive and hyperpigmentation. You skin is glowing, radiant and healthy and beautiful. Look forward to learning more about skin care. Have a wonderful day!

[ajewishchristianmuslim]

my skin loves it. Have never had an issue and I thank my lucky stars everyday. When it works for you, IT WORKS.

[toniedmund]

from Trinidad and Tobago with love, thank you for the detailed vid, as a wax-tech am now getting in facials and skin care, this has been super helpful, will share with my class group

[lakershaolivarez]

Hi Dr Stephens, thank you for breaking down the vitamin C. I had a terrible experience with vitamin C when I first started it about 3 years ago. Left me with hyperpigmentation. But, I found this wonderful doctor named Dr Stephens 😊Thank you again and Happy Holidays to you and your beautiful family! 🥰

[donnagholar]

Timeless vitamin CE Ferulic acid is very similar to Skinceuticals at at fraction of the cost and it’s in an airtight opaque bottle with a pump which I read is most effective for preserving the product. Great video! Always enjoy your content!