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Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester 20% Dark Spot Corrective Serum #1
Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester 20% Dark Spot Corrective Serum #1

 Vitamin C Ester 20% Dark Spot Corrective Serum

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Benefits

  • Visibly reduces the most stubborn pigmentations for even-looking skin
  • Designed with three forms of vitamin C, including Perricone MD's proprietary Vitamin C Ester, alongside alpha-arbutin and resorcinol to promote radiant, more even-looking skin. Suitable for all skin types and tones.

Key Ingredients

  • VITAMIN C ESTER: Supercharged Brightening & Smoothing
  • ALPHA-ARBUTIN: Powerful Dark Spot Inhibitor
  • RESORCINOL: Skin Radiance Enhancer

Research Results

  • 100% showed a reduction in redness and photodamage*
  • 100% showed a reduction in skin discoloration, dark spots and age spots**
  • 100% showed significant improvement in skin texture**
  • 96% showed significant improvement in skin brightness**
  • *In a clinical study of 32 women after 4 weeks.
  • **In a clinical study of 32 women after 8 weeks.

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How To Use

After cleansing, massage onto face and neck using a gentle upward motion or apply as a spot treatment. Wait until fully absorbed and follow with your favorite Perricone MD moisturizer. Use morning and evening. If used in the morning, follow with SPF.

CAUTION: Store in a cool, dark place. Product can oxidize and darken over time.

Precautions: CAUTION: Store in a cool, dark place. Product can oxidize and darken over time.

Ingredients

Water/aqua/eau, 3-o-ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Coco-caprylate/caprate, Dimethicone, Sodium Ascorbyl phosphate, Glycerin, Alpha-arbutin, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl taurate, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/ beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Ferulic Acid, Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, Phenylethyl Resorcinol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, fragrance (parfum), Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrasodium Glutamate diacetate, Silica, Limonene, Linalool, Citra.

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Brilliant Benefits

BRILLIANT BENEFITS

  • Diminishes the look of stubborn dark spots, age spots & sunspots on face.
  • Lessens the appearance of advanced pigmentation & discoloration.
  • Visibly reduces post-acne marks. 
RESULTS YOU CAN SEE

RESULTS YOU CAN SEE

  • 100% showed a reduction in skin discoloration, dark spots & age spots*
  • 100% showed a reduction in redness and photodamage*
  • 96% showed significant improvement in skin brightness*


*In a clinical study of 32 women after 8 weeks

Ingredients

HOW IT WORKS

Resorcinol and Alpha-Arbutin work with Vitamin C Ester to minimize the appearance of the stubborn pigmentation and dark spots for a more even-looking complexion. 

Triple the C

TRIPLE THE C

Proprietary Vitamin C Ester is a more stable form of Vitamin C that helps dramatically brighten and smooth skin's appearance while visibly minimizing discoloration over time. 

Review Snapshot

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Most Helpful Positive Review
I would buy this product again and again

I received this product in exchange for my honest review. I've been using the Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester 20% Corrective Dark Spot Serum for a few months, and here's what I've discovered about it: **Scent:** The serum has a subtle, citrusy scent that feels refreshing rather than overpowering. It's ...

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Most Helpful Critical Review
No real difference

[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] I found the serum to be very easy to use. The pump dispenses a small amount cleanly onto my fingertip, and I initially dabbed it directly onto my dark spots. Because my discolouration is spread across several areas of my face, I eventually f...

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Submitted 6 days ago

By Mature mom

From Ohio

Dark spot corrective serum. Amazing brand. I've used so many of their products and loved them. The serum has a slight citrus scent to it . After testing it for a while there wasn't much or any difference. I did love how it was hydrating to my skin. Hydrating.

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Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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Tried removing dark spot under my eyes

Submitted 6 days ago

By Alison

From TX

I received the product in exchange for a honest review. Tried the dark spot Serum however I still have dark areas. I used for over a month and was not impressed with the results. Product was however easy on my skin, did not stain or smell.

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Dark spots still linger around eyes
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Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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Works great with consistent use.

Submitted 7 days ago

By Jodi

From Pa

[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester 20% Corrective Dark Spot Serum is a creamy serum that slides on your skin. My face was noticeably brighter with dark spots being less noticeable after consistent use. I would recommend this product.

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Creamy serum

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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A beautiful glow in every drop

Submitted 7 days ago

By Galuna

From Alpharetta

[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] This serum has quickly become one of my favorite skincare products. The texture feels silky and luxurious, absorbs beautifully, and leaves my skin feeling soft without any greasy residue. I love how fresh, radiant, and more even my complexion looks with continued use. It feels gentle on my skin, and the elegant packaging makes it a pleasure to use every day. A lovely addition to my skincare routine!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Premium Vitamin C with great results!

Submitted 7 days ago

By Jameela

From Saint Louis

[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] This product is awesome!! I was genuinely sad when it ran out. I used this daily for a month straight, and saw great improvement in my hyperpigmentation discoloration. I had no irritation or any bad reaction at all. The texture was a great essence type texture that was perfect to use after my toner and before my moisturizer in my daytime skincare routine. The only negative was the strong scent that took some getting used to. The best that I can describe is like orange scented tobacco. The results easily override the scent to me, though. I would definitely purchase as a person who has used vitamin c products from other brands in the past. This product is far superior when it come to getting rid of discoloration. Would definitely recommend!!

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