Free shipping on order $49.00

Transform Your Skin With Your Very First Mask

A 1-Step Korean Skin Care Facial to Smooth and Refine the Skin, Powered by Plants

Shop All

Sano University - Knowledge is Power

Vitamin C Serum Decoded Part 3: Should Vitamin C Serum Consistency Be Thick?

The short answer is no, the consistency of your Vitamin C Serum should not be thick. Vitamin C Serums that are sticky or thick in consistency often contain silicones.

Silicones are chemically derived, which means they are not natural.  Any time you introduce a foreign chemical to your skin, you risk irritation, flare ups, and developing allergic reactions.

Simply put, chemically derived silicone found in thick, sticky serums may give you to the opposite skin experience you want. Keep reading to find out how to avoid this.

Vitamin C Serum; Decoded. Should Vitamin C Serum Have a Color?

The answer is no, your Vitamin C Serum should not be colored. Pure Vitamin C is colorless.

If you are using a Vitamin C Serum that is colored, it can mean 1 of 2 potentially harmful things. Keep reading to find out what they are, and how you can avoid them.

 

 

 

Vitamin C Serum Decoded Part 2: Should Vitamin C Serum Have a Citrus Smell or Fragrance?

The answer is No. It’s a misconception that Vitamin C Serums should have any fragrance, citrus or otherwise. Pure Vitamin C is odorless, so any Vitamin C Serum you purchase that does have a citrus or other heavy fragrance means that fragrance is an additive.Fragrance additives are synthetic chemical components that can harm your skin.  Introducing artificial chemicals to your skin can clog pores, irritate sensitive skin, cause redness and result in breakouts.Synthetic fragrances often include one of the following: allergens, phthalates, or neurotoxins.

Search