DIY Vitamin C Serum.

May 4, 2014

Jane C.

Has anyone ever made their own and what did you think? I've seen a lot of DIY recipes online and I'm wondering if they work.

May 4, 2014

Elizabeth F.

The problem is getting the vitamin C to remain in a stable form. Unfortunately, vitamin C has a tendency to oxidize and degrade really quickly when exposed to air and light. That's why, when you shop for a vitamin C serum or moisturizer, you should always look for packaging that is either dark in color or completely opaque with a delivery system like a pump or dropper that helps to keep air out of the product as much as possible. Otherwise, the product may lose its potency and effectiveness by the time you've only used about half or it.

If you were going to make your own at home, I would think that you would have to do it in very small batches so that you could use it up before it completely degrades.

May 4, 2014

Traci L.

I AGREE with Elizabeth completely.

May 5, 2014

Roz X.

I agree. ^^

May 5, 2014

Jane C.

Thank you -sounds like I shouldn't bother. I appreciate your thoughtful reply Elizabeth!

May 6, 2014

Elizabeth F.

No problem, Jane! :) I think that I would agree with your conclusion. You're probably better off spending your money on a reasonably priced, well formulated, vitamin C serum than spending your time making something that may not actually be that effective. If you're looking to save a little cash, I would recommend checking-out the Paula's Choice C15 serum. It sells for $45, but is virtually the same as the much pricier Skinceuticals vitamin C serum.

May 7, 2014

Jane C.

Thanks again Elizabeth!