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SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF Antioxidant Vitamin C Discoloration Serum

1.0 fl oz
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  • Minimizes dark spots
  • Neutralizes free radicals
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Product Overview

Achieve bright, youthful skin with SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF Antioxidant Serum.

SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF Antioxidant Vitamin C Discoloration Serum is a patented triple antioxidant formulation that visibly improves the appearance of discoloration, fine lines and uneven skin tone. This potent vitamin C serum features a synergistic combination of 2% phloretin, 10% pure vitamin C (l-ascorbic acid), and 0.5% ferulic acid. These antioxidants provide proven protection against premature signs of aging caused by UV rays and pollution.

Clinical Results: 

  • Evens skin tone by up to 20% after 12 weeks
  • Increases radiance by up to 27% after 12 weeks
  • Reduces discoloration by up to 16% after 12 weeks
  • Reduces the appearance of fine lines by up to 24% after 24 weeks

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 discoloration
  • 10% Pure vitamin C (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 antixoidant, ferulic acid neutralizes free radicals and enhances the antixoidant benefits of phloretin and vitamins C and E. 

Key Features: 

  • Best suited for normal to oily skin types
  • Remains effective for 72 hours once applied
  • Triple antioxidant formula strengthens the skin's natural repair process
  • Improves skin discoloration and enhances radiance for even skin tone
  • Free of parabens, fragrance and dyes

Enjoy a more energized appearance with SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF Antioxidant Vitamin C Discoloration Serum.

Please note: L-ascorbic acid may discolor with time, but oxidation is minimal and the formulation is proven to remain effective. All SkinCeuticals antioxidant formulations have been tested in final packaging and have been confirmed to remain stable and effective for 36 months, and up to 6 months after opening.

Highlights

  • Minimizes dark spots
  • Neutralizes free radicals
  • Stimulates collagen synthesis

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Csidemichelle

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December 07, 2024

Love it

I've been using Skin Ceuticals CE Furilic religiously for years. An absolute great product that made a noticeable difference in my skin, smother more even tone. I decided, however, to take a chance and try something a bit different for comparative purposes. So far, I'm loving the Phlerotin CF Antioxidant and seeing good results. My local dermatologist first recommended Skin Ceuticals to me.

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LovelySkin Customer

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December 07, 2024

Recommended by my dermatologist

My dermatologist recommended this for melasma and I use it with the Skinceuticals Discoloration Defense

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LovelySkin Customer

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December 07, 2024

Best Everyday Serum

I have been using this serum for years. Helps in minimizing my dark spots. The vitamin C has kept my skin fresh.

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LovelySkin Customer

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November 28, 2024

Work in progress

I purchased this product and so far it is working well with my sensitive skin.

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LovelySkin Customer

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November 20, 2024

Helpful product!

I switched to this product after using CE Ferulic for years. This product is better for oily skin and helped with my breakouts. It’s a little more drying than the Ferulic but works really well. My skin is clearer and skin tone more even.

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LovelySkin Customer

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November 01, 2024

Like this one the best!

In the SkinCeuticals line, I have tried each of their Vitamin C serums first starting with their CE Ferulic, then tried their Silymarin, and now am using their Phloretin. Each Vitamin C serum gave wonderful results; however, after trying all of them, I must say that I like the Phloretin version the best for my skin. My skin is sensitive, oily/acne prone (no active acne though, thank goodness), and I do have discoloration. Since my skin is on the oily side, I found the CF Ferulic to be too hydrating. The Silymarin worked great on sucking up a lot of the oil on my face, but since I didn't have any active acne, I found the additional salicylic acid made my face more red. The Phloretin is the perfect mix. I like that it has helped with any recent marks on my face, but I don't see any major difference in my other discoloration/dark spots. But, for a great vitamin c serum, this is the one for me.

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WineLuvr

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November 01, 2024

Going back to CE Ferulic

I've only used this product a few weeks so it's too soon to know if it had any impact on discoloration. The viscosity is thinner than the CE Ferulic I've been using for years and it does not give my skin the same suppleness and glow that the CE Ferulic does. Perhaps it's because this does not have sodium hyaluronate. But even with adding a moisturizer after the Phloretin, I don't see the same result. It's okay but I'm going back to my gold standard CE Ferulic after this bottle is finished.

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Mila70

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October 04, 2024

Great serum

I finished a bottle and didn’t reordered right away. I’ve noticed the difference after a few days of not using it.

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Briles12

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September 30, 2024

Favorite Vitamin C serum

I’ve tried other vitamin C serums but the Phloretin CF is the only one that doesn’t cause me to have acne. Highly recommend and will be purchasing again.

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LovelySkin Customer

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September 23, 2024

Phloretin cf antioxidant vitamin c

Used this product for many years and am pleased with the results.

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LovelySkin Customer

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September 17, 2024

Excellent product

This is a serum I love to use daily. I’ve seen more even skin tone, reduced areas of hyperpigmentation and use it every morning as a base prior to application of sunscreen. I highly recommend this product!

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Tyger

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September 15, 2024

Long lasting improvement

I have seen improvements to my skin since using about to open 3rd bottle and order 4th. I’ve had brown spots due to age and sun diminish. But most noticeable is my skin texture. I’ve got areas where I used to have to use highlighter that now have natural highlights. I feel confident going to the store or getting coffee with no makeup, I wouldn’t do that 4 months ago. I’ve had compliments on my skin. Someone inquired if I had work done! For oily skin this is the greatest serum, and they are hard to find.

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LovelySkin Customer

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September 12, 2024

Vitamin C Serum for Sensitive Skin

I have struggled with minor hyperpigmentation on my cheeks and forehead starting around the age of 40. I have tried vitamin C serums from the highest rating serums on Amazon to Neutrogena. The previous serums gave me an immediate stinging sensation when applied and always gave off a coffee smell that was overpowering when it was sitting on my skin. I was hesitant to try SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF Antioxidant Vitamin C Discoloration Serum due to my previous side effects from other serums and because of the price. I chose this particular serum due to the positive reviews for oily, sensitive, acne-prone skin. First, I would like to say that I have had none of the previous side effects at all with this product and my hyperpigmentation issues have gone away. I religiously use the serum daily in the morning along with my Skin Ceuticals hydrating B5 gel, moisturizer and ISDIN sunscreen. Although the bottle is small, it lasts a very long time. Money well spent and yes it works.

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LovelySkin Customer

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August 29, 2024

3.5 stars

I cycle on and off this product because of the cost. I've noticed some improvement in my skin's overall brightness and texture. The serum absorbs quickly and doesn't leave a greasy residue, which is great for my combination skin. However, I'm not entirely convinced it's worth the hefty price tag. While I've seen some reduction in dark spots, the results aren't as dramatic as I had hoped for, especially given the cost. The smell is also quite strong and takes some getting used to. Overall, it's a decent product, but if price is a consideration, not sure if it's significantly better than some less expensive vitamin C serums on the market. If you have the budget and are patient with results, you'll see results, but not miracles.

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MargaretMarie

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August 16, 2024

Best C Serum

I replaced my CE Ferulic with this and I will never go back! It’s amazing and helps with my hyperpigmentation

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MelRod

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July 21, 2024

Recommended by my dermatologist

I’m seeing results so I just ordered my second bottle. The smell is not good but I don’t mind as it goes away as soon as I apply it to my face.

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LovelySkin Customer

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July 21, 2024

Great Product

I saw results within a week. I have sensitive skin it this did not irritate.

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newborn

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July 18, 2024

Bama Girl

SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF Antioxidant Vitamin C Discoloration Serum has done wonders for my completion/skin. The dark spots that were on my forehead and cheeks are no longer there. I use it daily underneath my SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50. I highly recommend!

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MAPD

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July 16, 2024

So far so good

I used Skinceuticals CE Ferullic for years and switched a year ago to Phoretin CF gel and now to Phoretin CF Serum. I periodically review the write ups to see if there might be something more suited to me. So far I like the Phoretin Serum and am hoping it will help with some discoloration too.

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Rie

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June 21, 2024

No harm in trying!

I've been using the CE Ferulic for years, and am trying this to see if it is even more effective at reducing sunspots. So far, it's at least as good as the CE Ferulic, so no harm in trying. Time will tell if sunspots fade even more.

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