Smooth and sheer
This product goes on smooth and is sheer. It did not have a strong scent. My skin was fine when I first used this product but later broke out from it. My daughter also tried this product, and the same thing happened to her.
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Almost. . .
I purchased this serum because I wanted a gentler alternative to the 20% l-ascorbic acid serum I use for days when my skin is feeling more sensitive. I like what I have read about sodium ascorbyl phosphate, being gentler and more stable than l-ascorbic acid, so I was happy to see it so high on the ingredient list. There are many other lovely ingredients included in this serum too. I was hesitant when I saw the "natural fragrance oils" listed but figured since they are last on the ingredient list, they would have little sensitizing risk. I know some people say they tolerate fragrant essential oils just fine, but I prefer to avoid them because I do believe Paula Begoun when she explains how they can be sensitizing over time, even if you're not seeing the damage right away. As it turns out, I hate the fragrance of the serum and find it to be quite overpowering when I first apply it. It does dissipate quickly, but still, the strength of the smell makes me think that the concentration of these oils is higher than I would have thought. Who knows. As it happens, I like the consistency of the serum, I do not find it has contributed to breakouts in the couple of weeks that I've been using it (I have mild hormonal acne and congestion, but it hasn't changed since I started this serum). It seems to absorb nicely and leaves a very pretty glow to my skin. Usually, I do not like a serum with a "glow" because I tend to have oily spots, and things that claim to leave a glow tend to be overkill on my complexion. This one really does have a nice finish on me. If they removed the fragrant oils, I would probably repurchase. If it stays as is, I will likely finish the bottle but not repurchase.
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