A daytime vitamin c antioxidant face serum designed to reduce the appearance of discolouration and pigmentation while also delivering advanced environmental protection, evening skin tone and diminishing the appearance of fine lines
Appropriate for normal to dry skin types.
30 mL / 1 fl oz.
SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF
Phloretin CF is a powerful antioxidant serum that shields skin from damaging free radicals induced by UVA/UVB, and pollution and helps correct signs of existing damage by accelerating epidermal cellular renewal to diminish discolourations and fine lines while improving skin tone, radiance, and texture.
Key Benefits of SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF
- Provides superior antioxidant protection against free radicals generated by UV-rays and pollution.
- Evens skin tone for a firmer, brighter complexion
- Light serum texture once absorbed remains effective for 72 hours
Clinical Study Results
Study A
Clinical improvement in skin tone and hyperpigmentation
- 16% improvement in skin tone evenness
- 19% improvement in discolouration
- 24% improvement in fine lines
Protocol: a 24-week clinical study conducted on 35 Caucasian female subjects ages 35-65 years old (USA, 2008). Product applied once daily in the morning. For controlled results, subjects used SkinCeuticals Gentle Cleanser and sunscreen daily.
Study B
Environmental protection against UVA/UVB
- Skin protected with Phloretin CF shows significantly lower levels of p53 (an essential protective protein in skin, its levels increase when the skin is damaged.)
According to a publication in the Journal Of Cosmetic Dermatology. 7 2008 (P.290-297).
Study C
Environmental protection against ozone pollution
- 47% reduction in NFkB activation (NFkB pathway is a marker of skin sensitization in response to ozone pollution exposure.
According to a SkinCeuticals study accepted to be published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology in 2017.
Key Ingredients
2% Phloretin:
Derived from apples and the root bark of fruit trees including apple, pear, and grapefruit, this antioxidant neutralizes damaging free radicals, helps improve cell turnover, and improves the appearance of discolouration
10% L-ascorbic Acid:
Lauded for its superior antioxidant benefits, this highly potent form of pure vitamin C neutralizes damaging free radicals and protects against oxidative stress while providing visible anti-aging benefits
0.5% Ferulic Acid:
A plant-based antioxidant, Ferulic Acid neutralizes free radicals and enhances the antioxidant benefits of phloretin and vitamin C and E
Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau, Dipropylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Ascorbic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Triethyl Citrate, Phloretin, Ferulic Acid.
Directions AM
In the morning after cleansing and toning, apply 4-5 drops to a dry face, neck, and chest before other skincare products. May be used on the back of the hands.
It is normal for vitamin C products to darken after opening due to air and light exposure. The formula will remain effective. Once opened, it is recommended to be used within 3 months of opening.
Complete your regimen with a SkinCeuticals sunscreen. When used together, SkinCeuticals antioxidants and broad-spectrum sunscreens provide the most complete protection against visible aging caused by environmental aggressors.
Caution
If irritation occurs due to the concentration of vitamin C, space applications until the skin is acclimated. For external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes.
SCIENCE
A triple antioxidant cocktail formulation offers broad-range environmental protection due to a synergistic combination featuring 2% Phloretin, 10% pure vitamin C (L-ascorbic Acid), and 0.5% Ferulic Acid. This protective face serum also improves the appearance of discolouration.
Phloretin CF is formulated under the Duke Antioxidant patent which ensures effective delivery of vitamin C to the skin. In order for a vitamin C serum to be effective, it must be formulated with pure L-ascorbic Acid (vitamin C) at an acidic pH within the 2.0-3.5 pH range and have a concentration between 10-20%. SkinCeuticals is the only brand to formulate antioxidants according to these parameters.
Very impressed with this serum! I have been suffering with post acne hyperpigmentation and this is doing a great job at clearing it up.
This is a product that really delivers. I have seen a difference in just short of a month.
I bought the phloretinCF almost a month ago and have been using it everyday
The before and after is remarkable. My skin looks and feels radiant. People have complimented me on how good my skin looks.
Its an easy addition to any skin care regime. It does not go on sticky. It absorbs into your skin immediately.
I would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking to boost their skin
Amazing! Works so well on my oily skin, not too heavy. I can’t believe the results I’m seeing, the skin looks more taught and youthful and I’m pleased with how even my tone is, and the texture of my skin has improved greatly.
Haven’t open using yet, hope it will lighten up my sunspots from the summer.
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A daytime vitamin C serum that delivers advanced environmental protection and improves the appearance of lines and wrinkles, loss of firmness, and brightens skin's complexion
Appropriate for normal to dry skin types.
30 ml / 1 fl oz