Why Your Vitamin C Isn't Working!
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
- We all love Vitamin C but did you know it has to be formulated at the right pH to work?! Only 1 of these 6 serums passed the pH test... Thanks for watching!
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I have been a Holistic Master Esthetician for almost 40 years. I work with hundreds of thousands of clients and The issue with Vitamin C is that it can be the most difficult to make. Many are in dark bottles because they oxidize so easily and companies don’t want you yo know this or see it. We use Gold, an incredible antioxidant and it stabilizes the vitamin C and it’s incredible. Look for bottles that show the vitamin C ( it should look like orange juice ) and for Small Batched Companies. Not the mass produced products.
Ph is very important but your skin has to also be ready for actives. There is so much more to understand besides PH. Although I like how you test them.
Have a wonderful holiday Angie and everyone 🙌🏻🍑🧡Lisa
Thanks for recommending a vitamin C serum for us European viewers. I was so bummed a couple of years ago when Timeless all of a sudden stopped sending it to Europe. Before it never had been a problem.
When I asked my dermatologist if I should use Vit C, she waved her hand & said, ‘By the time u get it, it will probably have lost its strength’. I had already purchased both of those L’Oréal ones u’ve shown, which did nothing for me. I’m really glad I tuned in to ur video & I will soon purchase the Timeless one. Such a great video!
I make my vitamin C myself, it's so easy and cheap. Every week I make a new bottle
I have been using Timeless vitamin C based on your recommendation a few years ago. It is truly the best! I absolutely love the new packaging! I keep my vitamin C in the refrigerator, and I’ve had it for months, and it’s still perfect! Thanks for all you do, Angie!
YES! I didn't even talk about the packaging which is also so important! Airless pump is best with opaque bottle!
Ditto and I use it because of the packaging. Droppers are awkward and I have knocked them over more than once
My Timeless has turned so .. I may have to try keeping it in the fridge :-)
I’m going to switch to Timeless! I love the Maelove product but it turns dark yellow much too quickly.
@@AngieHotandFlashy I actually called Timeless on the packaging and I was told the 1oz could likely fit in the half oz size bottle. My problem with the packaging is the size of the bottle- it’s much larger than it needs to be or make the half oz size bottle refillable. They may consider as they get a lot of inquiries regarding such. I keep mine in the fridge also- always have but I never had a problem with it going off because I would immediately place half in a previous bottle and refrigerate per your suggestion. In the overall scheme of things, it’s a minor annoyance😊
Depends on the skin. Everyone skin is different. It works for some but not for others.
If I understood correctly, vitamin C has an acidic form (the most effective and unstable) - it is ascorbic acid and there are other forms that are non-acidic but stable...
Angie, you pick up where Paula Begoun left off. For those who don't know, pH is everything, in all forms and functions of life. Paula used to write and update wonderful books - encyclopedias, actually - about every item of every brand out there, then she founded Paula's Choice skincare. So we need you Angie, to keep us current. And what a great job you do! THANK YOU!
Nice info! Thanks
She should create her own skincare line!
Angie lnows her ingredients and her dad is a chemist so I trust her knowledge when making skin care choices. ❤
The whole Geek & Gorgeous line is amazing. I'm in Canada and have to pay the duty taxes but it still worth it pricewise. Super fast delivery.
Another Timeless Vitamin C serum lover here. Thanks for all the work you do to keep us from wasting our money, Angie! ❤
Same!
Thank you for doing this! It really helps me to buy products that work so I'm not wasting time and money! It really irks me that some of these products don't do what they advertise. I think we need more regulation on makeup and skincare.
Tried many and have been using Timeless for 2 years. For those that say it’s runny…it is. I pump twice in my palm and pat on. I keep it in refrigerator to keep product stable. Winner for me!
Shout out to Geek and Gorgeous C-Glow, it’s lovely. I started using my current bottle on 10th October and am about three quarters of the way through it. Still clear, no discolouration (stored in the fridge) and it should take me into the New Year. Great price point too along with super fast delivery and they are now in the UK 👍
Agree - I bought two C-glow on august 15. I am now on the last of the second bottle and it is still clear. I store it in the fridge. 😀
yeah, love all their products, although prefer timeless c, but not easy to get the same in Europe. The geek and gorgeous cleansing balm and hydration station is by far my fav
Geek &Gorgeous C-Glow is fantastic! I’ve been using it for 2 months now and my 58 years old skin is loving it. No other product has made such a difference on my skin. So happy to have finally find a great vitamin C in Europe, thanks Angie 👍❤️❤️❤️
I love the Paula's Choice one!
Honestly, on the vitamin C serum hunt , I landed on Timeless and I’ve just stayed. Their CoQ 10 and peptide serums are all really good and if you buy the 4oz bottles, it turns out that a holiday is coming up just as you’re getting low and they have a sale. Win-win 😊
I love how you take a scientific approach to skin care and beauty!
Watch religiously your videos and FINALLY there was a product for us EUROPEANS! Thank you! 💛
Angie - can you do a deeper dive into red light devices and infrared therapy? The research is quite vague. For example, the results published are in the vein of merely stating “wrinkle reduction” and “more collagen” without quantifying it in any way. Can you research this also?
For a long time I didn't believe in Vitamin C serums. I knew Angie used Timeless but never tried it and always just skipped over her recommendation. Finally, last spring I decided to try it and and wish I had listened sooner! Angie's recommendations have never failed me. Timeless Vitamin C is now a staple in my skincare routine. Thank you.
Loved this!! keep calling out those brands that are after our money for no value to us!
Infuriating thank goodness for the honesty of some influential people like Angie or some of us would be losing out big time
I just watched Penn Smith skincare video “glow up” and she talked bout your great “cat paw” concealer brush! 👏👏👏
My dear Angie, you’re a wonderful mix of a high maintenance (somewhat) on trend beauty mixed with a little bit of a science geek.🤓 Therefore IMHO you’re so deserving of having a million subscribers. You educate us and provide so much useful information to help us get our hard earned money’s worth. We wholeheartedly thank you for that!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Hi Angie! I’m 59 and started your Fall AM and PM routines when you released the videos 2 months ago. I went to my dermatologist last week for my annual exam and the first thing she said is “I see you have been taking care of your skin”! Woot!
I love your videos and trust your judgment on researching and testing products for us.
Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas! 🌲🎅🎄🥳🙋♀🎁
I didn't see the Maelove or the Dr. Brenner in the review...but they are in the list.
I love that you do the testing for us! You have saved us all from spending money on things that do not work, and sometimes don’t even contain what they say they do or in such small amounts they would be worthless to use. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
I love the Timeless 20% and have been using it for 3 years now. You never steer us wrong Angie. Thanks for an updated video that shows us we’re still using good products. 🎅🏼🎄
There does seem to be so many vitamin C products, even in Olay jars! Thanks for keeping us informed. I’m a Timeless fan
I love the Geek & Gorgeous products. Thank you so much for keeping your European viewers in mind!
I feel like Vitamin C is a talked about ingredient in skincare so companies think just adding it to a formula and putting it in the product name will get people to buy it. Fortunately several of the options on Angie’s “best of” list are effective and reasonably priced. I’ve been using Dr. Brenner for the past year and I’m thrilled with the results.
That was great. You've increased my confidence in my new G&G C-Glow. Will definitely stick to it now.
Thank you for only linking the good products!
I started using the 10% Vit C Serum from Timeless when you did your testing video on that, and since moved up to the 20%. I used to use the Skinceuticals serum for years, but my budget now can’t support that. The Timeless serum is much better at a much cheaper price than Skinceutucals in my opinion. Timeless absorbs immediately and isn’t sticky., and very effective. I could see immediate improvement in my skin and wrinkles, pores and dark spots diminishing quickly. I found ordering from Timeless directly too they have great sales, and bigger sizes. I bought the 4 oz size and also use on my arms to combat a “farmer tan” I’m not sure how I got because I use sunscreen and avoid the sun. Timeless has made a HUGE improvement on my arms as well. I now use many other Timeless products and couldn’t be happier. I do wish Timeless had a Resversatol Serum. Thank you Angie for introducing me to Timeless!
Sunscreen doesn't prevent tans it only blocks the harmful effects of the sun.
Melano CC premium is my all time favourite vitamin c :) they research vitamin c so well.
It is very disappointing and quite surprising that L'Oreal would market such a poorly formulated Vitamin C serum. I would expect a lot better from a world leader in the cosmetics industry. It makes me question their integrity, especially when it comes to skincare. Thank you for enlightening us!
I used a bottle it has lightened my skin, It did get dark after only a month
@@HellokittyLuv03you mean it got lighter or darker after using it?
@@Emiliah1996 The product changed colors! Like the video stated
@@HellokittyLuv03 oh okay! Did your skin become lighter or any other changes after using it?:) I want an even skin tone
i've been using timeless for a few years mostly due to your recommendation. it's really great to see this video. thank you!
Well! I tested the PH of my C serum at $68.00 an oz and it run the darkest green on my test kit. I'm bummed but so glad I know NOW after about three years.
😘thanks to Angie for leadership and integrity which are so needed by cosmetic consumers! Can anyone comment on Kakadu plum as a source of vitamin C and where it fits into the range of possible sources of components of a good vitamin c serum
That was fun. I went through a whole, VERY expensive bottle of Dr. Sturm’s Vitamin C with absolutely no change. So I heard a dermatologist recommend Maelove as a good dupe for Skin Ceuticals, (it has ferulic acid and some other ingredients), and within 3 days saw a huge improvement. Don’t know the pH, but to me the results speak for themselves. The ferulic acid has a bit of a funky smell when applied, but it does dissipate.
Thanks so much for including a recommendation for your European viewers (and huge fans!). It is much appreciated 😊
I have been using the powdered form by Good Molecules mixed w a hydrating serum and I am LOVING IT!
How do U reduce the pH and dissolve the ascorbic acid powder in the moisturizer base.
Outstanding! this is your brand - investigative and scientific - the only one to be found on Utube. Thanks!
Thanks Angie. Save me $$$ during the holidays 🤩
Angie is the best. Finally, a logical science approach to reviewing skincare. We are all the beneficiaries of her excellent research. And who would have known that pH is so key to a proper formulated Vit c product? Keep it up and thank you for cutting thru the fluff and getting to what is important.
I have been using the Timeless 20% C and Q10 for about a year because of Angie and everyone tells me how great my skin looks. So thanks Angie!
on my ordering history, timeless, vitamin C is the best as I have purchased a total of 53 bottles now. This was all because of Angie’s recommendation when she tested it years ago. It’s in an airless pump so it does not break down and I get so many compliments on my skin because I have used it for several years. The only other bargain vitamin C she has recommended in the pass is Dr. Brenner’s squalane C serum. It is heavier than timeless, but also really good. Thank you Angie for allowing us to geek out with you today.
Wow! How many pumps do you use? More than once a day?
@@heidikamrath1951 I use about 3 pumps on my face and neck twice per day. My skin tolerates it well but some people cannot use it twice per day. Also I know Angie likes the green toner. I put it in a misting spray bottle and lightly mist my face before using the Timeless. Hope this helps. P. S.
If you have Amazon put your Timeless on auto renew every 30 days.
@@shannoncoxbroker thanks! Will look into that!
I've been using the Serious Skin Care C line for over 20 years.i have sensitive skin, along with roscea. Will always be my favorite.
The Timeless vitamin C serum is my holy grail. I’m never without it. I also love Maelove The Glow Maker.
Timeless Vitamin C is what I use on your recommendation. I love it!
I love when you do your science based skin care videos! All your videos are awesome, but these showcase how well researched and brilliant you are on the complex world of skincare.
I use timeless, because of you, and love it. So much less than skinceuticals CE that I used when I could afford to buy it. Thank you for all of your research and advice.
No doubt about it. Angie is the best! She is almost the only one that I will trust with my skin care.
That is amazing, Angie! I really appreciate all the work and research you put into this!
Like both the Timeless and Geek and Gorgeous.
Love your science experiments.. would you pls try La Roche-Posay vit c next time.
Thanks Angie for your information I use Timeless Vitamin C
I love that you help us get products that WORK (shocker!). Your science behind your choices makes my Biology mind ding with nerdy happiness. Wow, the claims these companies put forth is sooo deceptive. I also appreciate that even those you obviously have great genes to begin with, you have tried and tried various products (bless your heart!) to show effectiveness in the "average" individual's skin. Keep it up!! and a big thank you!
I usually check with you before I buy a new skincare product. You have never let me down.
I love this video! I can't believe some of these at the prices they sell for which are basically just water! It's sad for the folks that don't know about Angie! I'm going to give Dr. Brenner's a try this time to compare the texture to Timeless.
THANK YOU! Am happy I am using the top C!
Have you ever used Mela rx. It is beautiful on my skin. Korean made and expensive. Just did wonders for my skin
Wow! You read my mind…I’ve been mulling this over lately but not knowing how to find a good serum without paying more than I can afford! Thanks you so much!
Thanks to Angie I've been using Timeless for years now. Thank you Angie for all your research!!
You are so welcome!
Thank you for this video. I use the Timeless and LOVE it no need to switch!
What an important video for me. Thank you SO much , as always, you helped me a lot.
C-glow is my favourite 🤩 I’m glad you’ve included it! It’s always freshly made, so it doesn’t oxides up to 6 months and stays completely transparent!
Love it too!
@@AngieHotandFlashy where can i buy this timeless C serum here in canada thank you
I've been pretty happy with my Timeless products so far, thanks to your recommendations...as always you are beautiful!
Angie, you do the best, thorough, most phenomenal job testing and reviewing Vit C on UA-cam.
Angie you should make your own vitamin C ! I would buy it from you ❤️
I bought some ph strips after watching your previous video. Now I test every Vitamin C I buy. I was surprised that the Cereve Vitamin C doesn't change color on the strip. It stays green.
A big win! I bought the test strips, because I had some Maelove vitamin C serum that changed color overnight. I think it was due to the extreme cold weather we had. The house had gotten very cold. I was thinking I was going to have to throw it out. However, I saw your testing strip tutorial, bought the strips, and tested my serum. It was just fine! I tested it against another formula that I knew wax old. The old one did not change much at all. Thank you Angie❤️🤟
Thank you, I literally just ordered the L’Oréal. Returning it when I do my in store pickup.
Good morning Angie ❤️ I'm a Timeless Woman all the way. Love the packaging. I use their subscription service and have found their customer service folks to be very nice. Thanks for checking all of these Vit C serums for us. Have a wonderful weekend ❤️
Good choice Mary! Happy Friday! xo ~a.
Thank you so much for all the effort, research and honesty. Rare quality when most are monetized. Love you, all your hard work and recommendations. Stay beautiful
Thanks Angie for testing Geek&Gorgeous, I’ve never heard about it before. Living in Denmark, Europe, it’s impossible to get Timeless vitamin C serum. So now I know what to go for 😊
Have bought the Timeless C-serum on Amazon, but testing it with my ph-paper showed it was neutral, so either I’ve bought a fake product or maybe the serum was very old.
I use The Inkey List Vitamin C and quite like it. It feels like silk on my skin. I have been following your recent AM and PM routines but with different brands for some things (The Inkey List and The Ordinary) and have gotten several compliments on my skin recently. I am 66.
Thanks Angie! I’m sticking with my Timeless.
Couldn't come at a more appropiate time :) I live in Europe and was just starting the process of finding a new vit C serum. Thank you, you saved me some time!
Thank you so much for testing the C Glow from G&G, the one from Timeless was my favorite but is not allowed in Europe anymore.
Love geeking out!!! Let’s beat them at their own game!!! Thanks Angie!
Thanks so much for this review and sharing your knowledge! I'm so glad that I found geek & gourgeous, not just the vitamin c serum but also their retinaldehyde serum! It's so cost- effective. I used to use Medik8, but the price is four times higher than g&g!
Yes, I've been using Timeless Vit C for years now, ever since I saw Angie recommend it. I've been using the 20% Vit C for over a year. I recently bought the Big Daddy 4 oz bottle. He sits in my fridge! Love this Vit C ❤️
Geek and gorgeous is also a good deal for us in the US! I get 2 every 6-8 months and keep refrigerated with their mini 10ml bottle on my vanity. So good. I’m shocked L’Oréal sucks so much. I’ve seen a dermatologist recommending that one and would rather buy the geek and gorgeous.
I also use the Timeless, thanks for the tests its very helpful.
thank you so much for the european option! i've been looking all around for a good one here as the eu doesn't allow the timeless vitamin c!!
Thanks for doing this testing and showing that not all Vitamin C is created equal. I’m Team Timeless the price is amazing and it works, you don’t need to spend an arm and a leg to get an effective Vitamin C
Thank you sooo much! Here in Sweden we don’t have the Timeless but we do have the C-Glow!!! 🎉
Because of problems with Timeless' faulty packaging, I've switched to Dr Brenner in the brown glass dropper bottle, which I prefer because I can control the amount I use and see how much is left inside.
Thanks Angie it was great information I use timeless. Ever since I have been following you 😊thanks 😊😊
Hi Angie!😊 I truly love your little science experiments… Such a great education, on how products are formulated and whether or not they work! Thank you! Timeless Vitamin C serum remains the winner in my book as well… I’ve been using it for years and years based on your recommendation, of course! So appreciate your guidance! Happy (almost) weekend!!
Excellent as Always! Thanks for the EU option!!!!!❤
As soon as you recommended Timeless it's what I have been using. Thank you for always giving us good info and your time in making sure we are taking care of our skin🥰
I love that you do these videos so unbelievable that the poor quality products are out there
Thank you, Angie! Just purchased by first bottle of Timeless Vitamin C. Thank you for the discount!
Hi Angie. Love your very well researched recommendations!! Timeless it is! When I share that with my viewers I will continue to sing your praises as always!! You are the UA-camr’s UA-camr!!
I hope you are your girls have your best Christmas ever! 🎄🧑🎄🎄🧑🎄🎄
Thanks so much Beth, Happy Holidays to you & yours!
I absolutely love the Geek and Gorgeous C Glow vit c serum and the A Game 10 retinal. I have introduced the brand to some friends so we order together to get free shipping.
Please do a test on Elf Vitamin C serum.
OMG! Thank you so much for this timely video! I was in Ulta last night and just got overwhelmed looking at skincare products…so timely… you rock :)