Have you ever tried using a vitamin C derivative? 🍊If you remember my post a while back, I mentioned that I have been trying to get rid of my stubborn blemishes from hormonal acne. Pimples along my chin and jawline are usually the hardest for me to remove because it takes months sometimes for my blemishes to fade out. I used to use Vitamin C serums, but I took a step back because I didn’t enjoy it oxidizing quickly and didn’t notice any obvious difference.

I’ve been back on the Vitamin C serum lately and that’s all thanks to Korean skincare brand Dear, Klairs. They seemed have heard my prayers because I received the new Freshly Juiced Vitamin Charging Serum from @go.picky @pickyrewards and @klairs.global in exchange for my honest review! I used this product for two to three weeks in my skincare routines before coming up with my thoughts down below.

Wait, There’s an Alternative to Vitamin C?

Freshly Juiced Vitamin Charging Serum ($33.59 USD for 30 mL on Stylevana) is a Vitamin C derivative serum that gives you brighter, tighter, and bouncier skin. The derivative or alternative part of this product comes from 3-O- Ethyl Ascorbic Acid. This ingredient, unlike vitamin C, can be more stable while providing the same anti-aging effects of protecting your skin from UV damage and free radicals.

Unlike typical vitamin C serums, Dear, Klairs designed their Vitamin Charging Serum to be safe to use for daytime and nighttime so that your skin does go through any peeling or warmth flares. Your skin can be more sensitive during the day because of the high acidity levels in pure vitamin C serums. There is also supposed to be no iron-like scent or oiliness to this formula to make the serum pleasing to use and wear during the day.

Here are the ingredients that are in this serum to charge your skin for elasticity and juiciness:

• 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C): A vitamin C derivative that is less irritating than vitamin C, this alternative can help brighten your skin tone for hyperpigmentation and boost collagen production for a firmer skin barrier.
• Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Niacinamide is commonly used for improving skin texture and hydrating your skin. It acts as an antioxidant by soothing signs of inflammation and making your skin more elastic. If you want plump-looking skin, this is the ingredient to look out for.
• Panthenol (Vitamin B5): This ingredient serves as an emollient that nourishes the skin to make it more firm and supported for pimple healing. It also locks in moisture so that your skin does not turn red or become dehydrated from environmental stressors.
• Adenosine: Adenosine is used to smoothen the skin and keep it hydrated. It’s a popular anti-aging ingredient because it can lessen the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and crow’s feet.
• Beta-glucan: Used to deal with signs of aging and pigmentation (melasma, blemish, freckles). Beta-glucan also has anti-bacterial properties that can clean your pores at the surface and prevent or heal breakouts.
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E): Vitamin E in tocopherol makes this a great ingredient for maintaining a healthy, moisturized skin barrier throughout the day.
• Centella Asiatica (Madecassoside): Centellas asiatica has anti-bacterial properties that help clean your pores, reduce signs of irritation, and reduce your skin’s water loss.

By the way, you can purchase this product at a cheaper price and with 10% off your total if you buy it with my discount code INF10OHMY at Stylevana. If you purchase at least $59 USD worth of your Kbeauty essentials on Stylevana, you can get 15% off your order with that same discount code. I do receive a small percentage of the commission if you use my code.

Dear, Klairs, I Love This Vitamin C

Sleek and Shiny Packaging

I’m in love with the packaging of this serum. It is a sturdy plastic pump that easily dispenses the product without making a mess. I also love the use of the iridescent wrap on the label to carry out the idea of making your skin brighter so that your true beauty can shine Either that or because holographic packaging is always fun to look at.

The plastic pump also hides any sign of seeing the product to minimize potency loss. Vitamin C serums can go bad or become ineffective because of exposure to air and sunlight. Keep this tip in mind the next time you are on the lookout for vitamin C serums.

Hint of Citrus

I usually expect some sort of citrusy or sour smell with vitamin C serums. There is a very slight citrus scent, which is expected since there are lemon, mandarin orange, and grapefruit extracts. I did not find the smell overbearing during the application. It faded away once the serum dried on my skin.

Gel Consistency

The serum is a thicker consistency like a slightly runny gel formula because of ingredients like xanthan gum. It’s also a clear formula, so it blends very well into the skin. I like how lightweight the serum is because you can easily spread one to two drops of this on your damp skin (face and neck).

Smooth and Seamless

I love how after drying that I’m not left with any oily or sticky feeling. It reminds me of hyaluronic acid serums which feel slightly tacky after application but dries into a seamless finish. You would probably forget that you put this serum on because it is a breathable formula that dries well. The slight tackiness to the serum is intentional because it acts as a primer for your preceding moisturizer, sunscreen, and/or makeup. This serum is meant to last you through the day, and creates an even surface for other products to work well and give you a radiant look.

Noticeable Difference

I’ve been seeing great improvement in my blemishes and skin texture since using this product in my morning and nighttime skincare routines. My pesky blemishes have been getting lighter (due to niacinamide and beta-glucan) and smoother (due to niacinamide, glycerin, and panthenol). This serum leaves my skin looking nourished and naturally glowy.

I’ve had no irritation or breakouts from using this product. If you want products for redness, this is also great because of the centella asiatica in it! My dry skin is really eating this serum up and loves every drop of it.

Are There Any Cons?

Some people might want a Vitamin C that can last longer than 6 months after opening, but this is usual for Vit C serums to maintain their effectiveness. This is probably the only con I can think of. Other than that, the formulation is perfect for having the clear skin that you’ve been dreaming of.

Would I repurchase?

The price is high, but I would repurchase because the ingredient list is great. I do notice my blemishes improving and my skin looking more radiant and awake! This was my first time using Dear, Klairs, and was pleasantly surprised with this.

Would you use this new serum? Let me know down below

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Christmas came a little early for me! 🎄Before the year ended, one of my goals was to get one brand collab. I was in disbelief when TIRTIR’s America marketing team reached out to me to try one of their products for their December campaign! I let them surprise me with any product, so thank you TIRTIR for giving me one of their more expensive items to try out in exchange for a review.

Although I love the cold winter weather, my dry skin could probably say otherwise. The air gets drier and the cold can irritate your skin, so my dry skin can look inflamed and cracked if not treated properly. This is where TIRTIR’s Glossy Coating Mist comes in for the rescue!

What is the TIRTIR Glossy Coating Mist?

According to the TIRTIR website, their Glossy Coating Mist (70 mL) is a fine mist moisturizer that is meant to instantly hydrate and brighten your skin. It is supposed to help you if you want dewy skin that can not only look moisturized but stay moisturized throughout the day. If you want to purchase this mist to try it out for yourself, you can purchase it for $39.00 on their website.

With every great skincare product comes an even more amazing formulation. TIRTIR designed this product for it to be hypoallergenic, silicone-free, sulfate-free, and alcohol-free so that your skin won’t have clogged pores or dry out as a result of the application. Here are some key skincare ingredients that make this formula swoon-worthy and explain why it is so great:

What is There to Like About This Mist?

Very Simple and Durable Packaging

The packaging is classic and sturdy aluminum steel. The cap fits perfectly onto the bottle to prevent any product leaking or spray mishaps.

I love the subtle details since the exterior white coating has sparkles on it! It took me a while to notice this small detail because I was too busy admiring the product. The sparkles are a nice touch because it carries out the product’s purpose to give your skin some TLC to shine bright.

Amazing Spray Nozzle Design

I thought this would be a very light mister, but the spray nozzle is strong. I was surprised how one little pump could powerfully release a ton of product and cover my face instantly. It takes about 3-5 seconds to be able to cover my face with the mist. So, if you are in a rush with your morning routine or in need of a quick touch-up, this Glossy Coating Mist will be a trusty essential in your bag to the very last drop.

The mist consistency is water-like and clear. It comes out very, very fine and leaves your face looking like a dew drop immediately. After drying, my face has some tackiness to it due to the hydrating formula (glycerin, panthenol, polyglutamic acid).

Immediate Soothing Sensation and Results

The formula does an amazing job of hydrating and calming down my skin barrier. It reduces redness and makes me look more awake since it contains witch hazel, centella asiatica, ginseng, and chamomile. Upon application, my face immediately has a cooling sensation that makes my skin retain its healthy glow. The mist dries off but my face remains looking super plump and youthful. I can’t tell you how many times I used this in the morning as a face wash alternative and admired my skin. The glow-heavy formula made me look awake and ready for the day, so it is perfect for dry skin.

Sensitive Skin-Friendly

There is no strong scent to this product. It did not break me out and is great for sensitive skin. I would say that my skin actually was pretty clear while using the formula because it had a mix of moisturizing, whitening, and exfoliating ingredients.

If I had to redo my skincare journey with a heavily blemished and damaged skin barrier, this product would have been a good addition to my starting routine. Hydration is very important if dealing with a flaky, acne-prone surface. The calming ingredients in this spray would have helped speed up my healing process by so much.

Great for Mature Skin, Too!

My mom also tried the mist and she loved it, too! It made her skin hydrated and glowy, making her wrinkles less apparent. This mist does a great job of leaving a sheen that can accentuate your skin and lessen the appearance of discoloration and wrinkles.

She was also loving it more once I told her fave kdrama actor Hyun Bin was a spokesperson, so maybe she’s a little biased.

Perfect On Top of Makeup

TIRTIR also advertised that this product could be used as a setting spray for makeup. This aspect of the product was my main reason for wanting to try it since I am a huge fan of glowy makeup. Glowy or dewy makeup is a dry skin girly’s best friend because it can help hide skin flakiness or texture if done well.

After doing my usual makeup routine (primer, eyeshadow, foundation, you name it), I was initially skeptical to try this product. I was worried that all my hard work would be down the drain with the spray leaving splotchy marks on my face. I was so wrong! Since TIRTIR made sure that the nozzle produced a super fine mist, my makeup was saved and my skin looked even glowier than before on top of my makeup.

Call it Barbie skin maybe, but my skin looked as if it was plastic. It literally looked so shiny, and yes an influencer type of gasp was warranted.

Are There Any Cons to Using This?

There were no cons at all when I was using this product. It’s perfect and does its job very well.

Would I repurchase?

Yes!!! I was super impressed with the quality of the nozzle since it dispersed the product evenly and quickly. Whether you use it as a first skincare product, a pick-me-up mist, or a setting spray, it will give you an undeniable glow from within. I would love to try more in the future (especially the milk essence and bubble toners haha).

The price point of this product is a little steep, so I do recommend using this when you feel that your skin is dull and needs some extra support. I think you may also enjoy the Glossy Coating Mist if you are a fan of glowy makeup or natural makeup. The mist is such a simple but effective step in your skincare routine if you want a serious glow. It minimizes the appearance of pores and wrinkles because it results in an eye-catching shine.

I’ll be sad when I use up this product, but at least it will give me an excuse to buy more of the mist. What are your thoughts on TIRTIR’s best seller product? Would you give it a try?

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