This Buzzy British Skin Care Brand Just Launched The Vitamin C Serum You’ve Been Waiting For

Despite the prominence that sunscreen presently holds in all of our skin care routines, chances are there was a time when it didn’t make the cut. The good news? If years of slacking on the sunscreen have led to an uneven skin tone or texture, or you simply want to bolster your skin’s protection from daily sun exposure going forward, vitamin C is here to help you out. The powerful antioxidant is constantly recommended by dermatologists because of its ability to tackle multiple skin concerns at once. Chief among vitamin C’s benefits is its ability to give your skin protection against damaging environmental stressors like the sun and pollution. But it’s also a prized ingredient for helping to repair the skin by stimulating collagen production and fading unwanted hyperpigmentation.

While there are plenty of vitamin C serums out there to try, Medik8 is introducing a brand new formula that’s supercharged with a 30% concentration of vitamin C in a more stabilized way. In keeping with the brand’s ethos of using science-backed ingredients to eliminate the need for an overly complicated routine, the Super C Ferulic serum contains additional antioxidants that further help to stabilize and boost the vitamin C, leading to even better results.

Fast Facts:

• Vegan
• Cruelty-free
• Contains 30% vitamin C
• Made without parabens, phthalates, alcohols, synthetic fragrances, and synthetic dyes
• Suitable for morning and nighttime use
• Safe for all skin types

The Science Behind The Serum

Super C Ferulic is a daily serum that was formulated to help repair damage that’s already occurred and keep your skin protected from future damage. A 30% concentration of 3-O ethyl L-ascorbic acid, which is a more stabilized form of vitamin C, is the serum’s hero ingredient. If you’ve used a vitamin C serum in the past, you’re probably all too familiar with the fact that it’s a highly unstable ingredient that begins to oxidize (and lose its potency) when exposed to air, heat, and light. Ethylated L-ascorbic acid has been shown to be a more stable derivative of the traditional L-ascorbic acid that you’ll find in most vitamin C serums, and it’s also thought to be less irritating.

To enhance the efficacy of the vitamin C, Medik8 added ferulic acid and vitamin E to the formula, which are both antioxidant ingredients that work synergistically to stabilize vitamin C and maximize its benefits. And finally, the serum includes turmeric root extract, which contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can potentially increase the serum’s brightening effects.

Though you can certainly apply it at night, because Super C Ferulic helps to protect your skin from UV rays, pairing the serum with a sunscreen in the morning is key. You’ll also want to pay attention to the order in which you’re applying your products, with Medik8’s vitamin C serum (or any vitamin C serum) designed to be applied after cleansing but before your moisturizer and sunscreen. Medik8 recommends massaging four drops of the Super C Ferulic onto your face, neck, and décolletage, allowing the product to be fully absorbed into the skin for several minutes before putting on your SPF.

Shop The Serum

Interested in giving Super C Ferulic a try? The good news is, Medik8 offers free shipping for orders over $50, so you can buy it from the brand directly without worrying about added fees.