Dr. Sugai Explains: Vitamin C Serums- what makes a good one and some of my picks of 2021

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Happy New Year, fam! Cheers to more fun in 2022🙏🏼🤙.
Think I am convinced that Vitamin C serums help with hyperpigmentation and glowing up your skin?
After using it every morning for the last 20 months, I have my thoughts...
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Maelove The Glowmaker
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Obagi 29% Vit C serum
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RoC revive +glow daily serum
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Naturium Vit C Complex Serum
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LRP Pure Vit C Face Cream
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LRP Active Vit C10 Wrinkle Cream
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Dr. Daniel Sugai
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[@raraavis2658]

great video as always! quick question, what are your thoughts on The Ordinary's 8% Ascribed Acid plus 2% Alpha Arbutin? I've heard it's excellent for getting rid of hyperpigmentation.

[@joshrodriguez2953]

Thank you for all the info Dr. Sugai. Question I plan on using a similar AM/PM skin care routine you mentioned later in this video. Do you recommend I stick to a single brand for cleanser, vitamin c, moisturizer and sunscreen in the AM? I plan on using the Cerave vitamin c. Thank you

[@blancaestela4197]

Very helpful Dr., thanks for the reminders and for recommending Mae Love, using SkinCeuticals vit c at the moment. Which other Mae Love products would you recommend? For anti-aging very sensitive skin. Thanks again look forward for your next video.

[@TriniGamerGirl7]

I absolutely appreciate that you're also along on your viewers skin journey yourself, to back up your recommendations, Doc! Thank you.

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you so much!🙏🤙

[@aliciayu901]

Dr Sugai, thanks for this video. Could you also review The Ordinary's VC? Thanks.

[@paulinecallahan6888]

Thank you so much for all your advice and recommendations. I'm on a journey to take care of my skin more. Very helpful. 🙂👍

[@LPamen]

Hi Dr. Sugai, what’s the difference between the Vichy LiftActive serums, tge ampoules and 15% serum?

[@hokuacevedo4366]

Hi, in this video you recommend cleanse, serum, moisturizer then sunscreen.. In another video you reviewed the Olay Regenerist vitamin c moisturizer.. could I use just that versus the serum AND the moisturizer?

[@michellevega1523]

Great video!! Very informative! What do you think about Timeless Vit C?? Thanks in advance.

[@SGmytown]

Hi Dr Sugai, thanks very much for all the great videos. I was wondering if you could share some thoughts on Some By Mi Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum please ?

[@smilesNchuckles227]

Hi Doc do you want have any thoughts on the vitamin C 30% in silicones from the ordinary? Is formulating in silicone as the carrier a good idea or will it prevent it from actually penetrating the skin? The formula feels like a makeup primer

[@janelleharrison1713]

Hi Dr. Sugai, what are you thoughts on the Neostrata Vitamin C Concentrate capsules?

[@rubye7574]

Hi Dr. you’ve inspired me. However, I’d like to ask what would be the best vitamin c serum for someone who has eczema on the face? Lookin to see how to help the skin get healthier from all the damages. Thanks. Hope to hear from you.

[@Muchomakeupful]

Thank you Dr. for all of the recommendations and information..much appreciated😀

[@joycej9415]

I have had great skin improvement using the Neutrogena purple retinol capsules. Would love to know what you think of the orange Neutrogena Vit. C Serum capsules? Thanks for any thoughts.

[@authorannebraun1693]

Hello Dr. Sugar - What are your thoughts on StriVectin SuperC Retinol Vitamin Serum Multi Action Serum? Thanks 😊

[@SoloMama23]

Dr. Sugai what are your thought on StriVectin super-c retinol..I got it from Costco. I loved the review you did on Oly vs CeraVe could you do a review?

[@Eresseariel]

Great video thank you ! I do have a question though, what do you think of the Mario Badescu Vitamin C serum, it is said that is skin brightening but I do not want to loose the pigmentation of my skin, will I ?

[@veronicarousseau3129]

Thank you very much Dr. Sugai! Could you please let me know if i can use vitamin c when i have ances on my face? 🙏

[@562Samarie]

Hi Dr. Sugai, I'm a first time viewer to your channel. Can you please tell me which are your TOP 3 vitamin c's and which one is your current favorite? Also, can you please tell me if it's safe to combine lactic acid 10% from the ordinary and tretinoin together? Thank you so very much!

[@shawnelizabethcaponegro4201]

Hello Dr Sugai what do you think about Paula's choice vitamin C? And her other skincare in general??

[@isabelcalles9909]

Thank you so much for this video. Very informative. What do you think of the Obage vit c ....

[@danielsugaimd]

Love it! Thank you for watching 🙏🏼🤙

[@MiafromManila]

Hi Dr! What's a good moisturizer to pair with vitamin C serum?

[@Juliet42110]

Is the SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF Serum with the milk thistle silymarin really worth it for making oily skin less oily that is very prone to breakouts? I've heard from other derms on youtube that silymarin can help you become less oily and also help that oil from oxidizing and causing acne. I'm on tretinoin at night and also benzoyl peroxide cleanser in the AM as my actives. Thank you from North Shore of Hawaii!

[@ballyhothi3830]

Could you please let me know what are your thoughts on the Artistry Vitamin C+HA3 Daily Serum. Thank you

[@lizmeliz2376]

Dr. Sugai, what vitamin C serum do you use? Your before and after pic featuring the dark spots is amazing!

[@victorsytseng]

Hi Dr. Sugai, would you please also review the vitamin c capsule by Neutrogena?

[@miwaaparo]

Hi, thanks for your videos! I have a question: Do you prefer American vitamin c skincare products to Korean or Japanese products? That would be a video I’d love to watch!

[@babigurl808]

Hey Dr. Sugai! New subbie 😊 I'm curious to know your thoughts on Farmacy's vitamin c serum. I've been using for 6 months every morning and have had great results in shrinking pores and my overall skin texture. Thanks in advance!

[@kookys2666]

Thank you Dr. Sugai for the video! I was wondering what will be the right period of time to use hydroquinone and then take a pause. My dermatologist in México suggested I should use it during 6 months, but after watching your video I’m a little concerned that it could be too long. Thank you!

[@sta7586]

Happy New Year 🎊🎈 Thank you Dr Sugai … your commentaries are always helpful! 👍🏼 Also it’s good to hear you mention Obagi as I just incorporated it into my morning routine, 10%. I wanted to start slow in strength. So far so good. I plan to increase to 15% then 20%. Obagi is lite and absorbs nicely. I do store it in a cool and dark location. Thank you and stay warm … Seattle and surrounding areas received a lot of snow. Cheers 🥂

[@danielsugaimd]

Happy new year and thank you- doing okay with the snow! Thank you for watching and glad that obagi is working well for you!

[@GabrielaAna24]

Question please, which of the Roche Posay is the Vit C for sensitive skin please. Thank you. I was confused.

[@LorraineCareyAuthor]

Thanks, Doctor Sugai. I use a Vitamin C cleanser too. Is this effective?

[@graced4860]

Hi, I am a big fan of your channel, doc! I find that your contents are always very informative. Want to ask, what do you think of Timeless Skin Care Vitamin C + E Ferulic Acid? I like it since it's a pump bottle instead of a dropper, I felt it'll more stable that way. Will you do a review on it? Thanks 😊

[@wendygrant3873]

Love this video...and all the others on your channel. When using a vitamin C serum do you put it all over your face or just on the dark spot areas?

[@lucesitadelcielo5585]

Thank you for your help

[@drsamreenkhan4843]

Hello doc….can we apply serum (like hyaluronic acid) before retinol?

[@yingcihuang4411]

Concise & clear, thank yooou!

[@oldsoul3733]

Thankyou for your advice as always it's much appreciated 🙏❤ I would be really interested to see you do a video on temperature and how it affects retinol, vit c, glycolic acid and hyaluronic acid. I live in New Zealand and unlike the northern hemisphere we dont have central heating/cooling in many homes. We generally cook in summer and freeze in winter. My home rarely drops below the mid 20s (hard to sleep) Also, some of the products you say are easily accessible aren't in this part of the world(fyi) I worry that my skincare products are being compromised by summer heat. There doesn't seem to be any advice on product packaging regarding storage in hot weather and how heat and refrigeration can affect the efficacy of the products. Would love some feedback as my skin is now reacting to some products and I wonder if heat has something to do with it. Would love to hear your thoughts and advice on this issue. Many thanks, I love your videos 🤗

[@arwamustafa402]

very helpful, thank you ❤

[@EM-ht7vu]

Hi Doc. What moisturozer you're using? Thanks.

[@lindaackerman3507]

Last question, what do you think of naturium retinol moisturizer, I like it..thx.

[@Barb6106]

Enjoyed your video.. you have a vitamin C graveyard! I currently use the Neutrogena 20% vitamin C ampoules. On days when I feel a little itchy, I switch to the Cerave for a day or two. I have seen very good results from this. I keep my ampoules and tubes in the refrigerator. This helps to cut down on waste a bit and skincare(even with drugstore), the prices have become tougher to fit into my budget… Also, be sure to check the expiration dates! Recently I found products on the shelves that expired in 2019! I took them to the manager who acted horrified. Three days later when I returned, the items were back on the shelf! Check so you get your full potency.

[@cesarvillalobos5183]

Sun protector Eucerin 50+ oil control contains sodium hydroxide, is this sun protector bad for the ascorbic acid serum? Thank you.

[@Saghs]

Doc, what do you think of the Olay Vitamin C serum?

[@maryjoybenig5391]

Hi doc can i use vitamin c serum anf neutrogena hydroboost at the same time?

[@fefemyluv]

I was using Regimen Lab’s Vitamin X, and now I’m trying Timeless 10%. I really enjoyed the one by Regimen Lab.

[@sandokero]

I love how it’s 15% plus has a pH of 3, and contains a lot of other antioxidants

[@melt7891]

Thanks Dr..is there an anti blue light product you can recommend..and where would it be placed in the order of morning skincare routine please? Thanks 🌷

[@kristysomerset4806]

Get a hevl sunscreen like drmtlgy color science elta md

[@arcaneusumbra1539]

What do you think about Truskin's vitamin c serum? It is the #1 reviewed serum on Amazon with over 100,000

[@tessflordeliz5712]

hello dr.sugai i need advice and ask if my products used in line is correcy,i used olay regenirist 24at night,cleansing,toner,vit.c.serum on my lower eyelids,then the olay the effect on my face is good i had some melasma,pigmentation,and oily skin.morning is cleanse again the niacinamide,serum on my eyelids,then the sunscreens, i dont exfoliate coz am afraidto use some Aha and Bha, we had hot weather here 🇵🇭😎 please need advises love watching your vlogs

[@wolfdeathseal5624]

Good shit doc

[@easy1688]

I always enjoy watching your video , wish you hit 500k subscribers soon!

[@danielsugaimd]

That means so much! Thank you so much! 🙏🙏🙏

[@EM-ht7vu]

Hi Doc. What retinoid are you using? Thanks.

[@juliusnapao8623]

Dr.Dan.. can i use Brand Garnier Vitamin C SERUM in Morning, While im Using brand cerave retinol serum @night ????

[@brendacecilia]

Doctor what do you think about skin&lab vitamin C serum?

[@deeh.6304]

My favorite Vitamin C serum was ( I say was for a reason!!) Sweet Chef Ginger & Vitamin C. Also, tried Sweet Chefs Celery, Kale & Beets, but not the same by a long shot! Loved it, but for some reason has been discontinued 🥺. I’m now in search for a comparable one ~ now trying out one of Burt’s Bees face serums, but so far not seeing the same effect I got with Sweet Chef.

[@amranibrahimrashidi]

Hi Dr, thanks for your advice. If we want to buy retinoid cream at pharmacy how many percents contents we have to use it?

[@stephaniemustica86]

What would you recommend the best out of all? What would you recommend for acne scarring?

[@nicolebeck1269]

Hi. I love the Skinceuticals! Been using it for years! It’s pricey. But, I love the glow it along with my retinol and sunscreen gives my skin. Was wondering if you think vit c at this percent is ok around the eyes? Do I need a separate serum around my eyes ? Thank you!

[@mamibretzel]

what retinol do you use ?

[@nicolebeck1269]

@@mamibretzel I’m using Sknimedica. 0.5 . It’s strong for me. So , I have to use it only every other or sometime every 2 nights .

[@cynthiadepadua9709]

what can you say about strivectin super c retinol brighten and correct vitamin c serum, thank you

[@sienajackson3387]

Thoughts on Mad Hippie’s Vitamin C serum? I noticed it in the beginning of the video.

[@brittanybaumann6342]

I absolutely LOVE Roc Multi Correxion serum capsules. They're the blue ones with hyalurnic acid. I swear by them.

[@asterjamison3667]

Do you recommend perricon md vitamin C serum? Help please

[@JShinULTRA]

If my morning routine, is below, is it okay to add vitamin C before applying azeliac acid? cleanse - vitamin C serum azelaic acid SPF 40

[@lynnscott9657]

Thanks for the good info. It would help a lot if you could attach a list of the products you review in order of talking about them.

[@cecillestewart7790]

Very helpful doctor. Thank you.

[@Elyse27]

Watched this to make sure I was using a good vitamin c serum, boom, cerave, first one up. Thank you, got straight to my question and saved me 10 minutes :)

[@roguephoenix]

what about the ordinary's vitamin c with ha spheres. i've had it for a while and it's not yellowing. it's been like a year. i've tried it again and still feels like it did before. it kind of stings or Itches like it did when it was new

[@GiGi-Gigi408]

Hi Dr I am having dark streaks on my lower cheek area kinda were you contore.. I picked up Peter Thomas Roth 105.00 hope it works

[@marksaha8935]

Hello doctor im big fan of your Chanel my arms are way darker than my body due to years of exposure. Does vitamin C based helps fixing it? Thank you

[@ouomnia6391]

Hi doc , do you mind reviewing SVR serums

[@lindaackerman3507]

What do you think of kiehl's vitamin C serum?

[@edithfarr3879]

What do you think about Maelove’s Fadeaway serum?

[@wandabrady2178]

Thank you for this advice on Vit. C.

[@camnova]

THANK YOU!

[@tigerlily1034]

What do you think about Medicube’s Vitamin C?

[@milanniedomingo4606]

Thank you so much 😊

[@nenabunena]

Can you pls review advanced clinicals vitamin c cream and serum?

[@booalfred]

Hello, I just started my vitamin c in my morning routine, but I put my Vitamin C serum in the fridge like u recommended in one of your other video but haven't added the Retinal yet in my Night Routine yet?

[@evelynrosado1439]

Thar cerave vitamin C is the one I use since another dermatologist talk about it a year ago. Is been good for my skin.

[@danielsugaimd]

Great to hear 😁🤙🤙🙌

[@reereep9334]

What about Essential Beauty brand with vitamin c and Rose oil. Thanks

[@komfykoala6083]

I will look into the Naturiium Vitamin C Complex.

[@fante_oh3ma_718]

Good morning. If I buy the cerave, do you I need buy hyaluronic Acid to use with it in the morning?

[@kimedwards593]

I have one fingertip size hyperpigmentation spot on my orbital bone. I've been using Vichy vitamin C for a few months and not seen any improvement. I also use their other products, HA, mineral 89 etc, and IT hello retinol. Any suggestions

[@user-kp4zw8rd1o]

Retinol 2% of Ordinary..I had 2 big dark spots after the pregnancy of 4 years ago. In 6 months I have seen amazing results..almost faded. Since I had them on the apple of my chick bone, I have seen results even in my pores there. As serum I just use daily Vitamin C Florence, just 13 euros

[@ivyjeanchua676]

Hello Dr. Sugai, is vitamin c ok on acne prone skin?

[@brightphoebus]

Does vitamin C serum work by itself or does one need to take vit C supplements as well? ( I don't think I get enough vitamin C in my food) I never drink juice, only tea, I don't often eat fruit either, nor spinach.

[@ryanmgkim]

is it possible to use Vitamin C serums on my back to help with hyperpigmentation as well?

[@olaahmed-kq1vf]

Hello doctor, I am from Iraq, please. I have a question in your opinion, what is the best vitamin C among them?

[@darkishwunmi8522]

Please I just got the veet gold vitamin c do you recommend it???

[@momof5family138]

Would you do vitamin c after exfoliation? Cleanse exfoliate vitamin c moisturize??

[@anneromila7726]

Hi Dr, is that vitamin C good for acne skin.?

[@brightphoebus]

I'm 50 and Caucasian and have red blotchiness and spider veins forming in my face, no brown spots except on my hands. What vitamin C serum would be best to smooth my tone and increase collagen production? Or is retinol better for that?

[@tinaokoroafor2306]

Can you make a review on zo skin health self activating vitamin c serum?

[@PrototypeM]

Yes I would love it! I have been using it off and on for 3 yrs now and it's really great

[@lynncliplef957]

I love the LRP serum but I can’t seem to use it fast enough for it to not turn on me. Thinking about keeping it in the box in the fridge next time

[@MI-6e]

Any opinions on the Olay Vitamin C plus Peptide?

[@patseptember2715]

Hello Dr, What is your take on Neostrata vit C oil?

[@Theresa914]

Thanks so much for comparing the Vit C products.

[@annkrista8209]

Any update on the La Roche Posay Vitamin C serum video?☺️

[@danielsugaimd]

Oh my- I need to work on this! Thank you for the reminder 🙏

[@barehope]

I absolutely love your channel

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you so much and happy new year!

[@pnevlud]

Can you address if we really need HA. I notice sometimes, even a damp face and moisturizer after it drys my mature skin. I have been skipping and just using vit C

[@daisysison1845]

What’s a good moisturizer ang sunscreen can yourecommend.?