Dermatologist Reviews: Best Budget Vitamin C Serum Roundup

Let’s talk about affordable yet greatly enjoyable vitamin c serums that are all under $40! Yes, vitamin c serums can be up towards $200 but this video will be looking at a much different price set but without comprising on quality. I love using vitamin c serums in the morning before sunscreen to reduce dark spots on my face!
Hope this helps!
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CeraVe Vit C Serum
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Vanicream Vit C Serum
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Naturium Vit C Complex
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Timeless Skincare 20% Vit C
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Vichy LiftActiv Vit C
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Maelove The Glow Maker
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RoC Revive + Glow Daily Serum
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RoC Revive+Glow capsules
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[@SharonHolder-i5r]

I use the Timeless Vit C and have done really well with it for 4 years and I'm 66.

[@Elizabeth-eo3zf]

I have used timeless for years and my skin look amazing. I am 59 and get compliments on my skin. Only product I can’t live without. Thanks

[@patmandolla1806]

I've used timeless for years too. Lately I notice when they have their fifty percent sales That's the products are not as fresh. Have you noticed that?

[@sallyloosli4379]

Good to know!!!​@@patmandolla1806

[@pepper6253]

Timeless 20% user here , 67 yrs young been using it for more than 4yrs love what it has been done for my skin

[@sharonhannah9638]

Yes have been using Timeless 20% Vitamin C for over a year LOVE it!

[@jillschaefer1360]

Timeless Vit C user here (thanks Angie @ Hot & Flashy!) for 3-4 yrs. LOVE it. Quality product.

[@timelesshaskin]

Thank you for including our 20% Vitamin C Serum💛

[@mariannakump8857]

I have been using the Timeless Vit C 20% for a couple of years and I'm very happy with it. The more liquid consistency makes it very easy to apply down my neck and onto my chest.

[@vickiemendoza9252]

I have sensitive skin with Rosacea and use Vanicream Vitamin C serums. So far so good! :)

[@lindagregoire8001]

Love the ROC vitamin C line . The vitamin C stick that looks like a tube of lipstick is great for under the eyes , along with the serum in the dropper bottle . That’s my AM routine and retinol at night . I’m almost 64 and I’m happy with the way my skin looks😊

[@mandykatz-ev8rk]

I started with the cerave c, used two tubes, recently switched to olay c, which I actually like better, I'm noticing a brighter skin tone and dark sports fading. I have sensitive skin and rosacea prone skin, and both were gentle and don't cause any flares.

[@badfairy9554]

That's good to know.

[@rosieg6093]

I have used the Timeless 20% for several years, I order online directly from Timeless. The airtight pump container keeps the vitamin c stable until I use the bottle completely. I also use other serums by this company and have had good results. Great product and excellent purchasing experience with the company.

[@DebbieSawyer-e8m]

Love the Timeless Vit C 20%! I have been using it for almost a year now. I keep it in my fridge.

[@KuwaitiHabibi]

Same ❤

[@liasmith696]

🤙🏼🌺 You are one of the best here on YT~Thx. My husband watches home Improvements and I watch skincare !

[@christopher5040]

Hello to you, I used the roc 20% L.A.A. I had many Vit C serum b4. Since I have a" wine stain" on my forehead and so far the Roc one is the one that fade my "melasma" away swiftly. take care.

[@wendyschnapa7582]

I have been using timeless 20% for many years and love it.

[@karenk1459]

I have been using the Timeless 20% for about three years. They recently changed the packaging and the product seems to stay fresh longer than previously. It works very well for me. Always enjoy your videos!

[@KuwaitiHabibi]

I’ve been using the Timeless one for about 3 years now and it worked wonders on my hyperpigmentation ! 💛💛💛 I use the Angie Hot & Flashy discount code when ordering it from the Timeless website. I don’t recommend ordering it from Amazon because one time I tried ordering the serum through Amazon and the liquid was light yellow instead of the usual colorless clear liquid I get when ordering the serum through their official website.

[@sunshynethomas2960]

I have been using timeless Vitamin C + F Acid 20% in the morning under my moisturizer for about 4yrs now & I love Timless Skincare Serum’s

[@brittanygg92]

I've been using the Timeless one for a couple years and I love it! I'm in Canada and order it off of Amazon.

[@susanmcf1]

The Timeless 20% was too much for my skin, but Maelove Glow Maker and Prequel Lucent-C work well on my skin. I prefer the Prequel pump container to the dropper bottles.

[@kimshan3101]

I love you did this! I want to start up vitamin c again, so I came right to your channel!

[@roulavoulgari2636]

Cerave vitamin C is excellent choice for hyperpigmentation!!

[@tereclemmer7923]

I have used the Timeless Vitamin C 20% and 10%. After some time, they both irritated my lower face and neck severely. So, I had to change brands, and I am now using Roc or Vichy. They seem to be gentler on my skin.

[@JillKnapp]

I love the Timeless Vitamin C + E Ferulic serum. I bought it in both 10% and 20% strengths -- the 20% is a little intense for me, but the 10% works great. It layers great under my sunscreen -- some of the other ones make my sunscreen pill up.

[@CloudslnMyCoffee]

My two favorite Vit C of All time are TImeless and Vanicream. They are amazing! ETA: I have sensitive, reactive, acne prone dry skin

[@Greg-og3wv]

I've used timeless before & liked it. I recently finished a bottle of Maelove's Glow maker- it oxidized on my face. I gave me an orange hue, & was within a month or 2 of opening.

[@Kayak-fz6mj]

Hi Doctor. I just purchased Paula's Choice Vitamin C serum. It includes squalane and niacinamide. There is so much on the market that it is overwhelming. I believe this product is 12%. I hope you would approve of this product.

[@nickdavis3550]

I enjoy Skin Deva argeriline, it really works ! It DOES get rid of 11. 's & lip mouth lines are much improved. I just started their vitamin C serum 3 weeks ago. Wondering what you think Dr. ???? I don't know if it's comparable to the other vitamin C that you showed in this video. Thanks in advance for your opinion.

[@ruthfisher8910]

Timeless 10% made me break out, so I think I just can't tolerate the active form of Vitamin C. My derm told me I shouldn't use vitamin C serums because I have acne prone, sensitive skin, but I tolerated Mad Hippie well. Looking forward to trying the Vanicream serum!

[@danielsugaimd]

Thanks for letting me know about Timeless experience! Hope you like Vanicream!

[@samandemilyyacoustic]

Been using Timeless for years I love it! I also use other serums by the brand.😊

[@CelestePaymaster]

I have been using Timelsss vitamin C 20% for about a year and I love it. I have seen a big difference in the brightness in my skin. I did work up to the 20% from 10%, but I feel it’s a great product.

[@Sandyshopping-jr6bu]

Thankyou for the great info, I have dry, mature aged and sensitive skin. hi from Australia 🇦🇺

[@champagenroses]

Thank you for mentioning that Vitamin C can aggravate sensitive skin with Rosacea. I tried a Vitamin C serum years ago, the serum did irritate my skin at that time. I haven't used another serum with Vitamin C - I may try the Vanicream. I am pleased using the Vanicream products - they are formulated for sensitive skin - fragrance free too. I love using the Moisturizing Lotion and the SPF 30 sunscreen 🥰 Enjoy the summer everyone 🏖

[@annapatton4544]

I have tried multiple vit C serums and they all irritated my skin. Then I learnt that there are different types of vit C. All I tried were active forms. So I got Roc vit C serum and I absolutely love it - I do not even feel any reaction on the skin as I apply, it is probably the most comfortable product for me to use, and it does not stink lol.

[@vickiemendoza9252]

I have both sensitive skin and rosacea and use vanicream vit c. I haven't had any problems:)

[@annapatton4544]

@@vickiemendoza9252 I was going to try that if Roc did not work for me. Actually, I always thought my skin was invincible till I tried vit C. I could use strong retinoids on my eyelids just fine, never had issues with any skincare products. idk if it was a coincidence, but I got rosacea for the first time a few months ago exactly when I tried vit C and it's been a disaster ever since. Or maybe I've just "hit the age" when it all comes at once.

[@champagenroses]

@@vickiemendoza9252 I have a hydrating facial serum that has hyaluronic acid & aloe that I've been using. So far, I haven't had any issues 🙂

[@vickiemendoza9252]

@@annapatton4544 I might try Roc just to see if I like it more than Vanicream.

[@dggirl6190]

I use the Vanicream vitamin C for under my eyes. No irritation at all.

[@RockeyToes]

I love the Vanicream Vitamin C with THD, also DRMTLGY C5x moisturizer has five different types of Vitamin C, it absorbs well and is a great lightweight moisturizer..

[@teresamcadam5892]

Great video! Thank you! Have a great summer too!

[@meej6452]

Geek and Gorgeous Vitamin C is made fresh and super affordable. It comes clear but turns yellow overtime.

[@dianeorr7442]

Wld luv to know what u think of Clinique products. Thx for all the great info.

[@jdreis]

Cerave is nice but I love Timeless 20%.

[@DaltonsFriendswood]

Been using timeless for many years. Target often has it cheaper than timeless themselves.

[@randomkevinislasok]

Ive used the vanicream one and obsessed with it the formula is chefs kiss!! timeless is up next and the cerave is ok just goes dark so quick

[@bourda2012]

Thanks so much Dr Dan!! This was helpful.

[@marciab1649]

Great informative video! I use the Timeless 10% Vitamin C with ferulic acid and vitamin E and love it.

[@laurentiahatcher6005]

I used CeraVe vit C serum , the best for me. Thank you Doctor for recommendation 👍🇺🇸

[@teresamcadam5892]

I use the vanicream! No irritation.

[@barbarawright9123]

Me too. Love the Vanicream C.

[@cleyswilliams2096]

Wow..!!!…You really have made a difference in my skin care routine. Thank you, so much. Here it is thank you to you: I don’t suffer from acne, but I didn’t take care my face very well. Here it is my skin care routine: cleanse and exfoliate +Toner from Kiehl’s+ Serum Vitamin C from Skin Ceuticals+ Hydration at night RoC Retinol and day hydration with Kiehl’s facial cream. I am exhausted and I didn’t do anything. Only get the products. You are Awesome. Thank you.

[@Julia-tq9og]

Love the Timeless 20%..very efficient in a timely matter.

[@yvonnebirek4062]

Can you recommend a vitamin C moisturizer for hands and arms to help with dark spots?

[@Truffoire]

Stunning! I'd be thrilled to give it a try 🌟

[@angelicazozaya3728]

I love timeless and have been using that Vit C serum

[@danielsugaimd]

Great to hear- thanks for sharing your experience with it!🙏🙌

[@marynall7280]

I have been wearing the Timeless for YEARS. I have sensitive skin and worked up to the 20% and worked great. I purchased the Nutragina capsules for travel and it really burned. Never had that happen with Timeless.

[@pattyiwamoto7163]

I have been using Timeless products for years. I tried Drmtology Vitamin C serum and went back to Timeless Vitamin C 20%. I have Rosacea and tolerate it.

[@patb8138]

The Timeless is my favorite!

[@delyne6860]

Aloooha Dr. Sugai! I watch and have been following your advice. I lived in Honolulu for 29 years, but I grew up in Philippines, hence I have been exposed to lots of sun. Anyway, there are too many products out there and like you am very concern about my age spots, I have been able to keep the age spots at bay, but it seems it is getting more prominent now as I am aging of course. I would like to have the age spots cauterize. I will be in Honolulu in Nov 2024 through Dec. Do you have a clinic in Honolulu too? Mahalo for your kind attention.

[@margaretconners5469]

Love all your videos they have been a great help to me many thanks ❤

[@lifewithautoimmunes6000]

I use Roc skin care. I love the tablet drops.

[@db-gb5xi]

Since you're talking about vit c, do you have any opinions on astaxanthin? I've also seen a few channels talking about tranexamic acid lately including an upcoming one from the chemist confessions ladies. Do you have any opinions or favorite products (I've seen the one from Anua with 10% niacinamide and 4% TXA mentioned)?

[@susank683]

Thank you Dr Sugai helpful video Sometimes tell us when/how to apply the different creams and serums to the face...after washing or wait a few minutes or splash with water then apply or only on dry skin etc and why. Thank you

[@BEABE4242]

I used Timeless vitamin C for a while, I have sensitive acne prone skin; it did work pretty good. The problem is the delivery to Canada (🤦🏻‍♀️).

[@nishienish26]

I order timeless on Amazon! Also Canadian wish I could find it in store

[@karinross6244]

I can hardly believe it but I disagree with you about the Avene dropper lid. I prefer it because I waste a lot less product and I perceive that it keeps the product fresher. I actually keep the caps and put them on other products that arrive with droppers. It makes applying the La Roche-Posse vitamin B serums so much better.

[@sharonscott1776]

I’ve been using Timeless 10% since October. 30ml $32 in Australia

[@karenbcz22]

Very helpful and informative. Thank you!

[@axisgirlvaughn7446]

I used Timeless but now use Prequel and really like it.

[@chrisweaver1842]

I like the Prequel too- better than Timeless.

[@axisgirlvaughn7446]

I agree

[@juanitamuhammad8776]

Thank you for this video. I usually use Obagi, but I gave been unable to afford it lately.

[@kitzymelodie]

For melasma and on a budget which one would you recommend? I understand that nothing will cure it but what would you think will work best? Also, is it ok to use morning and night?

[@nickdavis3550]

Sorry to chime in but the ONLY thing that helps my melasma is hydroquinone. Unfortunately it's unstable so have your Dr. prescribe approximately a month's worth or it goes bad. It can make dark spots worse if used too long. The key is to use it in the fall, winter, as the summer sun hits, concentrate on vitamin C then sunscreen. I did this last fall & winter. By spring I had very little discoloration. Was just prescribed more ( sent via compound pharmacy as they have to mix. In the Summer months, HEAT exacerbates melasma as well as the sun, even using sunscreen. Just experienced & want to help.😊 I use L'Oreal Vitamin C in the tube ( not crazy about packaging) but I've tried many & feel I got brighter under eyes and fades dark spots. Must use every morning before sunscreen though.

[@Strawberrygirl1814]

Hey Dr Sugai I see Timeless also offers a 10% vitamin C would you recommend that for a beginner to vitamin C serums over the 20%

[@teresaayer7239]

Dr. Brenner is a nice Vitamin C

[@physicaltech12]

Great video. Can you tell how much to apply of vit c and retinoids

[@trishnikasrija11]

I usually get acne when I use vit C serum. Could you recommend some vit C for people who get acne when using vit C.

[@dianedavis8161]

You're the best love your channel 😊

[@joannachen6583]

I use Cerave Vc serum for a while. Usually I brought that from drug store around $25-30. Recently I bought from Amazon the price is under$15, and I found whatever the smell, the color, had total different experience. I strongly doubt I bought the fake one. Doctor, do you think is possible? So I should back purchase from drugstore?

[@Madelephant62]

What do you think about Oil of Olay's Super Serum?

[@KSL708]

What’s your opinion on Truskin vitamin C serum?

[@TiaVaylik]

Geek and Gorgeous C-Glow is the only one I use after trying soooooooo many at all price tags..... Fresh weekly and the price!!! Have you tried this product?

[@asmrchill23]

Are all these products for sensitivity skin and oily skin ?

[@stjabnful]

I used Timeless Vit C for about 2 years. I used some other Vit C from Olay in the past 3 years. 2 dark spots on my right cheek have really shrunk. Now I have a large dark spot on the left. I’ve been using Prequel. I have a hard time with how sticky the Vit C is. Waiting to apply moisturize everyday.

[@lizbeth.c6734]

Such a wise and handsome man . Peace doc ✨️✨️✨️

[@inahmiyavlog]

woww doc congratulation..omedetou gozaimasu...more viewers to come.doc saiking i use truskin🎌😃timeless onetime only retinol roc and moiturizer roc sometimes cerave moiturizer bcoz my melasma super thickness skin super sensitive sometimes big pimple more week month to heal.

[@sjrisacher4179]

Timeless is the best 🙌

[@donnalynnhomma935]

I living in Japan I would like to ask you what Japanese products can you recommend for Vitamin C and retinol. Is it safe to combine placenta serum and niacinamide plus retinol at the same time?

[@amym3169]

Can I use the Naturium Vit C complex at night?

[@karenkay8928]

I use it every other night. Then moisturize.

[@pnevlud]

I have used the timeless for years now and under and over my eyes. I just saw a woman saying don’t use under the eyes Is it safe for under the eyes? Mine look ok for now, mature skin asking

[@mariaarango2016]

Can you review the skin CeuticalsPTiox

[@Saazam-ro6fn]

Hey Doc, i watch you from Pakistan. Thanks for all the precious informations...love you🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

[@sharonscott1776]

Can you please answer this question: I’ve been on Tretinoin 0.05 since October, 6 nights a week. I started it to fade my age/sun spots, if anything it’s brought more to the surface and hasn’t faded them. Is it a side effect and should I stop using it? Or does it take over a year to see improvement? I wear sunscreen daily yes. I’m trying Arbutin, TXA, Licorice root, kojic acid. Nothing is helping. I’m in Australia so can’t get Hydroquinone. I’m getting so frustrated. Do I stop Tretinoin? Thank you

[@LJE-B]

I’ve used the CeraVe and it has produced lackluster results. Won’t repurchase.

[@R.P.Gonzales]

I ditched my Timeless vit c serum. It oxidized so quickly despite keeping the bottle in a dark cabinet.

[@Miss_Alena.]

Keep it in the fridge

[@rebecal.5527]

Great info, thanks!

[@JessicaLH48]

Can you do a review of no7 products?

[@nadjamisore]

Have purchased the vichy product twice. Both times was brown colour and had an awful stink! Both times had to bring the product back. My next step was to contact #vichy who let me know that this is the actual product smell and look. So, can you confirm? Brown colour and awful stink is the regular product?

[@jiyabansal5528]

Hi there doctor...need ur advice...plz tell if kojic acid and alpha arbutin (2%) can be used by someone having mild asthama??

[@the_love_token]

Using ROC now, not impressed. CereVe was nice. Favorite is Maelove.

[@katiekhou2762]

I was told I won’t be able to get rid of freckles. Can vitamin do this magic? I had it for too long and I don’t like them.

[@mimirooney5034]

What about Prequels Vitamin C?

[@eleanornajar3702]

Excellent

[@SP-ql9xz]

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[@emagnusson6479]

Is there any more stable vitamin c serum that does not small on my skin for long time?

[@SidnieMaria]

Does rock have ten or fifteen percent vitamin c thank you

[@deannaschunkewitz724]

What is stabilized vitamin c..

[@oluoba6070]

Time all the way