Expect the biggest U-turn in this blog’s history. My Beyer & Söhne Vitamin C Booster update!
My experience with the B&S Vitamin C Booster
I HATED the Vitamin C Serum with the power of a thousand suns when I first tried it. I bought it when it was freshly released, and was absolutely repelled by the texture. It was a sticky, pilling nightmare, and yes, it still is. In the meantime, though, I’ve found a way to make it work for me, and also can tell you about the long-term effects.
What does it do?
Per official description (translation by me):
Vitamin C serum (15%) with a light texture. For higher effectiveness our serum contains natural boosters that both stabilise L-Ascorbic Acid and provide a higher skin performance.
pH: 3-3.5
Comes in an airless pump container that protects it from light and high temperatures.
Prevents wrinkles, boosts collagen synthesis and hydration levels for a natural glow. Decreases micro inflammation and gives you a calm, even complexion.
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Beyer & Söhne Vitamin C Booster update: How do I use it?
I think I’ve never hated a serum that much in application like I did with this Vitamin C booster. It was sticky, and pilled, and was just, to put it bluntly, unpleasant in combination with everything I tried to layer it with.
But lo and behold, I’ve found a way to make it work in the meantime. I use it directly after toner (bonus if the skin’s still damp, it helps), mixed with The Inkey List Hyaluronic Acid Serum (review). I use just one pump, and about the same amount Hyaluronic Acid Serum, and it’s fine. It’ll never win prices for the most awesome, silky finish ever, but flies and hair will no longer stick to my skin. I also don’t have to suffer any more nervous breakdowns because everything pills that I layer over it, because it doesn’t do that. Great? Great.
Long-term effects
When I wrote my initial review of the Vitamin C Booster, I couldn’t say anything about the effect, because let’s keep it real here – everyone talking about “glow” and whatnot, sure. But Vitamin C’s real superpower lies in its collagen building and brightening properties – features that can’t be detected on skin overnight.
These are also really difficult to see on your own skin – I, for instance, use retinols, hydrating serums, and antioxidants regularly, so where does the “glow” etc. come from?!
Here’s the thing, though: I recently didn’t use the Vitamin C Booster for two weeks when I was on vacation, and it showed. My hyperpigmentation was a bit more pronounced and my skin looked just a tiny bit duller than I was used to.
Beyer & Söhne Vitamin C Booster update: Conclusion and a discount!
My conclusion is: yes, this actually has a positive effect on my skin. Is it better than the concoction I mix in my hand every morning with the help of The Ordinary’s Vitamin C powder? I can’t really say. Is it more convenient? Sure. Does this justify the price point? You’ll be the judge of that. Remember, though, two things: I don’t understand why Beyer don’t use Ferulic Acid in the formulation, which is undoubtedly the gold standard in Vitamin C serums. And, then, this is a one-trick-pony on The Ordinary levels. There’s one hero ingredient in it, and that’s it.
If you want to try it (and very likely I’ll repurchase it): Beyer has a Black Friday sale on their site where everything is 20% off. It’s their only sale of the year, so go and take advantage of it (and throw in a bottle of their moisturizer, because it’s just so good).
Price & Availability
Order the Beyer & Söhne Vitamin C Booster at German pharmacies, or at their own webshop. They also have an Amazon site. You’ll get 30ml for 49,90€ or a 4ml sample for 6,90€. B&S has a 100 days return policy.
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