Vichy LiftActiv Vitamin C Serum For Face, Brightening Serum With Pure Vitamin C + Hyaluronic Acid + Vitamin E, Reduces Fine Lines, Smooths Skin Texture, Improves Radiance, Anti Aging

TL/DR: great price for the clinically validated quality, I see no validity in complaints, follow-up with moisturizer after 1 minute to entirely eliminate residual (minor!) tackiness, AWESOME for healing scars. I've been using this on surgery scars. In October 2023, I had surgery on my scalp. The surgery itself went well, but the aftercare I received was *awful*. I ended up with several truly atrocious scars that were —lobster— red. My PCP recommended vitamin C serum to remove the redness and help with the healing process, as it would also boost collagen production. My skin tone has dramatically improved!! Thanks to this serum, you have to reeeally know where to look to see my scalp scars, rather than them being visible from across the room! So I HAPPILY purchased this again for my hysterectomy scars as soon as it was safe to apply it. (Do not apply to broken skin!) The rich blood supply to the scalp makes healing occur fairly quickly (if you're getting proper care). The pigmentation correction on my hysterectomy scars is taking a little longer given their location. I can't believe it took me so long to consider it. But I also have a very prominent red scar on my wrist from a type of benign growth that was removed. That scar is still the most pigmented, but it's THE BEST it's looked in MANY years. It's seemed to help with flattening the scar, too?? CAVEAT: I don't know if vitamin C is capable of flattening scars; it may be a coincidence. It also reduces blemish redness when I get an acne flare. I'm REALLY happy with my results for each use. I purchased this the first time after failed attempts at finding a high quality, high percentage vitamin C serum that didn't dry on like sticky, thick, and gooey egg-like film that never absorbed. Vichy's serum had come across my Amazon suggestions a number of times while I was experimenting with cheaper (and inferior) products. The price tag of Vichy "seemed" high, so I avoided buying it for a couple months. But I got tired of looking like I had dried egg whites in my hair and gave this a try. I learned this is in the price range you can expect to pay for true quality. I think it is very competitively priced for its caliber. Yes, you can buy cheaper vitamin C serums, but you get what you pay for. The cheap ones are gooey and never absorb into your skin, don't have the same high percentage of vitamin C (some are obviously so low they don't even disclose the percentage), and are very diluted with a needlessly and extremely long list of ingredients. This ingredient list is modest and very well-appointed, with true therapeutic levels of the ingredients, all of which are clinically researched to be effective. Many clinical studies indicate that the best range for vitamin C topicals is 10-20%, with no significant effectiveness above 20%. So the Vichy vitamin C serum at 15-16% (I've been purchasing it since it was originally 15% and now it is 16%) is the perfect therapeutic range. For those complaining about tackiness on the skin... It's vitamin C y'all!! :-/ A tiny bit of tackiness is to be expected! Don't dump it on! Wait 1 minute after patting it on for it to seep into the skin, and follow-up with your favorite moisturizer. The -mildly- tacky skin feel disappears ENTIRELY after moisturizer is applied. I also feel that it boosts the hydration of my moisturizer. I really have -no- idea why some people are complaining about the applicator top. The applicator base screws on and fits snuggly. It's extremely effective at controlling the flow of product, which allows for easy application. The tiny screw off cap on the applicator tip doesn't leak.

I have spent well over a year + trying to find a vitamin C serum that checked all the boxes. Vichy is a French brand that I know well but I never considered it because I do read reviews- a lot, from everywhere & none of the “this is the best you can ever find “ was heavily used for many of the serums I tried. Either I had a reaction (some much worse than others) or it just sat on my skin & did absolutely nothing ( I’m talking to you M-love). I take very good care of my skin but I’m fair/light olive & no one told me frolicking in the ocean with no SPF, would impact my face down the road. I’m 50+ & thanks to entering the initial troll stage of menopause, my skin simply demanded more targeted attention. It doesn’t help that my first job was a photojournalist which was long, weird hours, days, traveling and again I took my genetic blessing for granted. So here we are: last year I decided that I was going to try lasers and each experience was amazing but because I have that cool yet touch of olive- it’s apparently the hardest skin color to treat hyperpigmentation. I was beginning to wonder if I could ever make a dent in my changed skin…The Vichy has turned out to be the one vitamin C serum that doesn’t cause any irritation, it’s super light but not oily or sticky and dries down in seconds. The scent is extremely faint and fresh, I listened to the pro tip & keep it in the fridge (no it doesn’t change its efficacy) but feels so good when I put it on after my toner. It doesn’t pill when I add my moisturizer and SPF 50, and genuinely my skin has taken to it so well it’s already provided major improvement. This serum is top notch quality and the value is unquantifiable because it get to work asap and for me it’s price tag is more than worth it & reasonable especially since I simply can’t look elsewhere. It’s exhausting trying to find products that work for your skin because everyone is different. I have drier skin now & live in jungle type humidity (Florida) so that plays a role in how products work for me. I really recommend giving this serum a try if like me you feel as though you’ve been doing everything to find a vit c serum that doesn’t work for the changes that come in your 50’s. You might be really surprised how well this product works in the best way. Hope this helps anyone struggling with the same issue I had! Cheers🥳

I love this. My Dermatologist recommended it and after a month I can tell a difference. My dark spots are not as pronounced. Also make sure you are wearing sun screen because even short stays turn my skin red now.

I have been using this Vichy vitamin C serum almost daily for several weeks and this is what I have been able to notice. It has a light texture and fast absorption, nothing sticky or greasy, and compatible with other products without interference. Perfect if you want natural shine, uniformity and more luminous tone without irritating your skin.

I really noticed a difference in my skin when I started using this vitamin c serum. Absorbs quickly and I like the smell. I’ve tried premium brands that do not even get close to this one. I will def repurchase

I was on the hunt for a new Vitamin C serum and, having already fallen in love with Vichy Mineral 89 for its hyaluronic acid benefits, I was excited to discover that they also offer a Vitamin C product. However, I hesitated a bit after reading some reviews mentioning that the serum can feel sticky or tacky on the skin. After doing some further research, I found that this stickiness may actually be a positive trait. I came across a repeated statement on various websites: “High concentrations mean high effectiveness: The stickier the serum, the more effective it is. High concentrations of Vitamin C leave a residue that feels sticky at first but then dries down, getting absorbed into the skin.” While the stickiness can be somewhat irritating, it seems to indicate that the serum is doing its job effectively. I feel like I’m seeing good results. I ordered the old version, and I'm definitely looking forward to trying the new one when I'm ready to see the results. Overall, I recommend this product! *Just a quick tip: be careful not to use too much product, as this can increase the tackiness. It's also important to avoid layering too many products at once. I recommend applying your toner first, followed by the Vitamin C serum, and then moving on to your hyaluronic acid. Make sure to wait at least 5 to 10 minutes before applying the next product, allowing sufficient time for each product to absorb into your skin.

This serum delivers excellent results during the first week after opening, remains moderately effective for another week, but begins to lose stability by the third week. Like most vitamin C formulations packaged in bottles, it oxidizes quickly when exposed to light and air. An airless pump would significantly extend its shelf life and preserve potency—something many major brands still surprisingly overlook. By week three or four, the serum typically turns a darker orange. This color shift signals oxidation: as ascorbic acid breaks down, it loses antioxidant effectiveness and can temporarily stain the skin with an orange tint. This effect usually fades within a day or two, but it’s a clear indicator the product is no longer delivering the intended benefits. Until this serum is reformulated with better packaging, I’ll be relying on options that come in airtight or airless containers to maintain true vitamin C efficacy.

I love this line of products. I have noticed a change in my skins texture, firmness and brightness. The brown spots on my cheek are fading. I started with the moisture serum and c cream, then came back for the c serum and the meno 5 bi serum. My face feels so clean and fresh after using the products and am definitely seeing a positive change. I also like the dispensing of the product with the twist on cap. I wanted to address the many complaints from people with the C serum. Many say it is not a full bottle and complain thinking they are cheated out of the product or received a used product I wanted to tell any potential purchaser that the c brightness serum is 20 ml in the same size bottle as the meno 5 bi serum which is 30 ml. I’m sure the manufacturer uses the same bottle with different fills to save having many different size bottles You are getting the full amount of 20 ml in the c serum. The products are wonderful

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La vitamina C es esencial en el cuidado de la piel y comprarla de calidad es fundamental si quieres un efecto real. Yo he probado varias, y desde hace ya un tiempo uso esta. Es pura y la cantidad es de las más altas en comparación con otras marcas de calidad similar, por lo que creo que el precio está bien. Si la combinas con un rutina adecuada, la calidad de la piel mejora y se nota saludable.

Un produit de qualité par une très bonne marque du groupe L’Oreal. Pas d’irritation lors de l’application sur peau bien sèche. Difficile de juger de l’effet, c’est plutôt de l’entretien sur le long terme pour prévenir que pour guérir. Je le conserve au frigo pour m’assurer que cela tienne dans le temps, même si le produit est coloré de base, sans doute pour éviter qu’on vienne se plaindre d’une oxydation éventuelle.

El producto es maravilloso, mi piel es más luminosa que antes. La vdd lo volvería a comprar. El único inconveniente es que venía sin el aplicador

This Vichy Vit C serum is honestly amazing. It feels super light, soaks in fast, and gives my skin that fresh, glowier look within days. My face looks brighter and more even, and it doesn’t irritate my skin at all. Definitely one of those “why didn’t I try this sooner?” products.