Question 1

what percentage of vitamin c is in this product?

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Hello Fran!This is an intelligent and important question and one that we enjoy sharing knowledge on. There are many products on the market that utilize vitamin c but what is not typically discussed is the form of vitamin c, which is very critical to understanding what you are investing in.Knowing which form of vitamin c used will quickly reference its quality, stability, and efficacy (how effective it is) of that product. Most skin care products tend to include a lower grade form called Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (also known as Ascorbic Acid), which is unstable, has a low skin penetration value, and is therefore significantly low in its efficacy. This is why you will typically see high percentages of this form of Vitamin C because it relies on the consumer thinking that higher percentages means better performance, which is not true. Pure Ascorbic Acid at 20% or higher will harm skin tissue and typically breaks down and oxidizes rapidly. These percentages are labeled prior to being diluted with water, which is why many serums range from watery to very watery. You will also see this reflected in the pricing of those products, since Ascorbic Acid is low costing and diluted formulas can be used in huge batch productions for a low cost to the manufacturer.We chose to use a more premium and more effective form of Vitamin C, called Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, also known as Vitamin C Ester. This form is considered the "Gold Standard" for vitamin c, based on the many scientific studies showing its superior efficacy, stability, and skin cell response. You will find that other premium brands like PerriconeMD, include this same quality form of vitamin c and can cost up to $120 per product.Scientific studies show that Vitamin C Ester, per volume, offers 3 times more positive results than Ascorbic Acid and absorbs more than 25 times more, which means your skin receives the true benefits of what you are paying for the product to do.Our trademarked Vita-C-Whip includes 5-7% undiluted Vitamin C Ester with patented delivery technology, Hyaluronic Acid, and premium antioxidants such as: Vitamin E and Vitamin A Ester and Green Tea Extracts.We know this is a lot of information to take in but we like informed consumers and we hope this has helped to answer your question and that you will try our products to test the difference for yourself.Please let us know if you have any other questions. We are here to help

Question 2

So many skin care products make me breakout and cause blackheads. I have aging skin at 66 yo and would like to try a serum but am hesitant. Comments?

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Hi Sharon,Though it's sometimes difficult to tell what products work the best for you until you personally experience them, we can offer some suggestions on our product.  When people tend to get blackheads (comedones) it's from oil (sebum) from your skin that tends to clog and become mixed with skin cells and then oxidize.  The best way to support the skin is to make sure that your skin stays hydrated and that there's not pore blockage, so that your natural oil can flow freely.  One way of doing this is by gentle exfoliation of the dead skin cells that can cause this blockage and constant hydration of the skin in general.  Our Vita-C-Whip is a Serum + Moisturizer + Gentle Exfoliant , so it aids in all avenues of what your skin is most likely seeking.  Also, keep in mind that when most people say "break-out" it typically means your skin responded with a reaction.  Some reaction is good and is required to make the positive changes needed.  For instance, when someone is purging toxins from their body, their body will give a reaction that can be seen as good or bad, based on the the person's knowledge of what's expected to occur.  A bad reaction with skin care products, however, is when you are in intolerable pain...this is typically an allergic reaction.  Over stimulation or over stripping of your skin and its oils can cause a major reaction, which is why we formulated our serum/moisturizer to act slowly and gently.  Small bumps or "purging" of dead skin cells and oils is a natural response to your skin making a change.  This is why we offer a 30 Day guarantee for you to try our product to make sure it is right for you.  We recommend trying our product with a gentle cleanser and applying the Vita-C-Whip  once a day to gauge how your skin responds.  As with many products you want to test, you may want to apply the serum/moisturizer first to your jaw line or neck.  We hope this information helps and invite you to contact us with any questions or concerns.

Question 3

Can this be used for dark skin?

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Yes. The vit C helps breakup hyperpigmentation / age spots. But doesn't have any bleaching ingredients like hydracanone. The hycloric acid is extremely moisturizing. It had a tingle the first few time I used it but now smooths on like whip cream and my face lives it

Question 4

Can you use it with makeup?

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Yes I use it with makeup. I apply it before I apply my moisturizer.   Morning and night.  You will love how smooth your skin will feel.

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Essa Skin Care VITA-C-WHIP - Best Vitamin C Serum "Whipped" Moisturizer and Anti Wrinkle Skin Care Cream with Anti Aging benefits of Vitamin A, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E (Citrus, 1 Ounce)

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