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Skinceuticals Adv 2 TEST

Mia Biagioni & Parm Bhamra
April 25, 2026

Finding The Best Skincare Antioxidant For You

Two decades on, SkinCeuticals’ C E Ferulic remains a gold standard antioxidant for defence against today’s environmental aggressors.

For our 2026 Aesthetics Guide, we’ve partnered with leading skincare brand SkinCeuticals. To celebrate, we’re offering C&TH readers the chance to win a bespoke bundle of bestsellers worth over £400 including the cult C E Ferulic, widely known as the original vitamin C serum. Read on to find out how to enter, but first discover why C E Ferulic is the ultimate serum choice for post-procedure - plus how to apply it correctly.

Plus, shop SkinCeuticals now and use the code CTHSKC to receive an exclusive 10% off plus a complimentary deluxe 15ml C E Ferulic sample when you spend £140.

Vitamin C is a powerhouse skincare ingredient, protecting the skin from environmental damage while brightening, firming and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. But how does it align with your aesthetics regime? And how do you find the perfect product for your skin type?

The serum choice for post-procedure

Clinically tested for post-procedure use, SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic exemplifies integrative skincare by complementing visible results from laser and microneedling treatments while minimising downtime*. Its advanced antioxidant formula supports skin recovery and maintains long-term radiance.

Dr Christine Hall is a GMC-qualified general practitioner in medical aesthetics who has become a leading expert in Korean beauty – specifically how to achieve the sought-after ‘glass skin’ effect many clients ask for.

Of the thousands of must-have products praised on social media in any given week, Hall counts a topical vitamin C serum as one of three non-negotiable products, alongside broad-spectrum SPF. C E Ferulic is her choice not only for daily use but for post-procedure healing.

‘Working in an aesthetics clinic, I perform a lot of different treatments including lasers and microneedling. One of the big problems we face is knowing what is safe to put onto the skin afterwards because, as doctors, we are always looking for an evidence-based product that’s going to enhance recovery, not make things worse,’ says Hall, adding: ‘C E Ferulic has been clinically tested and shown to not only improve recovery after these treatments but improve the outcome*.’

How best to apply it

C E Ferulic is best applied as your first step after cleansing. You only need a few drops – four to five is recommended – and, as it is a liquid formula, a little goes a long way, says Dr Hall.

‘It’s something that is very easy to incorporate into your routine. It doesn’t peel, it doesn’t feel too sticky, and pairs well with whatever it is that you’re going to apply on top, which should include daily SPF,’ she says, adding: ‘Don’t forget to apply it to your neck and the backs of your hands with whatever you have left.’

Your antioxidant serum wardrobe

There is no question that C E Ferulic is the hero in SkinCeuticals’ vitamin C line-up. Mainly this is due to its proven prowess on everything from wrinkles to dullness. Users often cite its ability to impart radiance for its enduring likeability.

‘Clients love the glow that it gives the skin immediately upon application. Then brightening and firming come after, which takes only a few weeks to see,’ says Dr Taktouk.

He adds: ‘We always give clients a cooling-off period after their first consultation to allow them space to consider treatment options before rushing in. If skin quality is one of their biggest concerns, we’ll often send them home with skincare samples to try, including C E Ferulic. By the time they come back for their second appointment, they often tell us they’re hooked on the healthy glow they get from using it even for a short period of time.’

Which Vitamin C Serum Is Best For You?

Visible Signs of Ageing

C E Ferulic

The triple antioxidant protection provides 48 percent less oxidative damage from UV, pollution and metals**. Less oxidative damage means a deceleration in ageing. For anyone looking to maintain exceptional skin quality as they age, this is the holy grail.

SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic, 30ml, £169

Sensitised Skin

Serum 10

‘Not many people know this but Serum 10 was the original vitamin C serum and it still has its place today,’ says Dr Taktouk. Formulated with 10 per cent L-ascorbic acid, at a slightly lower dose it is suitable for those who are new to vitamin C or those with slightly sensitised skin.

SkinCeuticals Serum 10, 30ml, £105

Discolouration

Phloretin CF

Formulated with 10 percent L-ascorbic acid, 0.5 percent ferulic acid and 2 percent phloretin – an anti-pigment compound that helps to combat pigmentation. Without the addition of vitamin E, it can also be suitable for oily skin types.

SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF, 30ml, £169

Blemish-Prone Skin

Silymarin CF

All the brightening and firming benefits of 15 percent pure vitamin C with 0.5 percent ferulic acid. The addition of 0.5 percent salicylic acid for blemish control and 0.5 percent silymarin, makes it ideal for those who suffer with breakouts.

SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF Serum, 30ml, £169

Discover your perfect antioxidant skincare at skinceuticals.co.uk

_{* If you are considering an aesthetic treatment, always consult a Medical Professional. C E Ferulic is a cosmetic skincare product for topical use. Only apply on healed skin.}

_{** Measure of 4 hydroxynonenal (4HNE) lipid peroxidation marker indicative of oxidative stress. Four-day in vivo clinical study, 13 subjects. C E Ferulic applied daily vs untreated. Skin samples collected for 4HNE protein analysis at the end of study. Note: sunlight interacts with oxygen or molecules in skin to form free radicals. C E Ferulic does not contain sunscreen.}

Competition Time

Win a SkinCeuticals Best-Sellers Bundle £464

  Experience the ultimate defence against signs of ageing and reveal glass-skin radiance with this SkinCeuticals best-sellers routine, featuring C E Ferulic (30ml), the renowned Vitamin C serum, P-TIOX (30ml), a revolutionary wrinkle modulating peptide and Advanced RGN-6 (50ml), a skin rejuvenation cream.