Step 2 - Facial Serum

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need a serum if I already use a moisturizer?
  The serum and the moisturizer do different jobs. The serum delivers concentrated actives hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, allantoin, and panthenol directly to clean skin. The moisturizer then seals those actives in. Together they do more than either does alone.
• How much should I use?
  Only 2 to 3 drops for the full face and neck. It's a treatment serum, not a toner, so a little goes a long way.
• When do I use it in my routine?
  After cleansing, before moisturizer, morning and evening. Let it absorb for a minute before layering the moisturizer on top.
• Will the vitamin C sting or irritate?
  We use glyceryl ascorbate, a gentle, stable form of vitamin C that most people, including those with sensitive skin, tolerate well. It doesn't have the sharp tingle that L-ascorbic acid can cause.
• Why the amber dropper bottle?
  Vitamin C is notoriously fussy: light, heat, and air all degrade it. The amber glass blocks UV, and the dropper limits air exposure. Store somewhere cool and out of direct sun to keep it at its best.
• Is it sticky?
  No. It absorbs immediately and sits well under moisturizer without pilling.
• Can I use it with retinol or other actives?
  Yes, this is a gentle serum and layers well with most other actives. If you're using a prescription retinoid, apply this serum first, let it absorb fully, then apply your retinoid as directed.