EQUAL IF NOT BETTER THAN SKIN CUTICLES PRODUCT
"I LOVE BRANDEY VIT C E DEFEND SERUM. HAVE BEEN USING ABOUT A YEAR NOW. SO MUCH CHEAPER AND JUST AS GOOD AS SKIN CUTICLES THAT I USED TO USE WHICH COSTS 3 TO 4 TIMES AS MUCH."
Clinical Vit C + E + Ferulic Defend Serum
$55
An antioxidant-rich vitamin C serum that provides environmental protection, lightens lines, firms skin and brightens your complexion.
INSPIRED BY
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic
( retails
$185
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SIZE 1 fl oz / 30 mL
15% L-Ascorbic Acid
- The best of the best in the world of vitamin C. This potent, pure form of vitamin C provides age-defying benefits and helps neutralize free radicals while brightening the complexion.
Tocopheryl Acetate
- This vitamin E acetate steps in to soothe inflammation and provides extra moisture.
0.5% Ferulic Acid
- Ferulic acid teams up with vitamins C and E to boost benefits and stability.
Full Ingredient List
- Water, Ethoxydiglycol, Propanediol, Ascorbic Acid, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Ferulic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Malonic Acid.
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The Original, Outdone
See how Brandefy compares.
BRANDEFY
Clinical Vit C + E + Ferulic Defend Serum
SkinCeuticals
Ferulic C E
price
$55
$185
size
1oz / 30ml
1oz / 30ml
15% Vitamin C
0.5% Ferulic Acid
Vitamin E
Propanediol
Get Real Results
- 85% agree that their skin looked more radiant.*
- 80% agree that their skin looked visibly brighter.*
- 73% agree that their skin appeared firmer.*
*Independent survey results of 48 individuals ages 26-65.
REAL PEOPLE. REAL TALK.
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“I've done my own comparisons and why pay more for the same ingredients? Incredibly happy with my Vit C serum! Will continue to buy. My skin has never looked better.” — LISA C.
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“I love Brandefy and am a loyal repeat customer! I use the Vitamin C serum, Daily Triple and SPF, and have gifted these products as well! I love being able to purchase high-quality products without high price tags. Shipping is always fast, too!” — ELISE L.
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“The customer service has always been helpful and I love the products. I was told my skin was glowing for the first time in my life. Will continue to purchase and hope there will be more products.” — DEBORAH S.
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“Brandefy is definitely a company I trust with all of my skincare. The products are amazing and the shipping is so fast! The app is also a great place to find more affordable alternatives for other make up and beauty products. Love this company!” — STACY S.
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Overall rating: 4.6824646 / 5 from 1055 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
This anti-aging serum, enriched with 15% pure vitamin C, 0.5% ferulic acid, and vitamin E, is praised for its silky and lightweight feel, smooth texture, and noticeable improvement in skin brightness and radiance. Customers appreciate its great prices and the effectiveness of its antioxidant-rich formula in reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
Summary topics
- Skin Feel (12%): Customers keep praising how this product feels on their skin, describing it as silky and lightweight.
- Brand Quality (5%): It was noted by customers that this brand is amazing, with great quality and a noticeable improvement in skin texture and radiance.
- Skin Brightness (20%): Many customers raved about how this product made their skin look amazing, brighter, and brighter.
- Vitamin C Effectiveness (5%): It was reported by customers that this vitamin C is the best and most affordable option for vitamin C.
- Product Pricing (7%): Customers expressed appreciation for the great prices offered for the products at the demonology offices in the reviews.
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Review highlights
- "It has a light and oily texture then absorbs perfectly into my skin giving it a nice glow and makes my skin feel great!" —
- "There is no weird smell, it has a better consistency and my skin looks amazing!" —
- "My acne has cleared up significantly, it gives my skin such a beautiful glow afterwards!" —
Reviews
Best on a budget
"I’m a big believer in using retinol at night and a Vitamin C + E + Ferulic serum in the morning, but I’ll admit I was occasionally inconsistent because of the price of the SC products I was using. I’m so impressed with this brand! My skin looks amazing, and the quality is exactly what I was looking for—without the expensive price tag. It makes it so much easier to stay consistent with my skincare routine. Definitely a product I’ll continue using!"
Clinical Vit C + E + Ferulic Defend Serum
"My best recommendation for this product is that I detect no difference between its effect on my skin than the other very expensive product from another manufacturer. I am so pleased that, thanks to you, I can afford to continue to enjoys its benefit in this much more affordable option. Thank you!!"
Vit C
"This was my second purchase of the Vit C and Ferulic acid and I was disappointed to find the color of the oil was much darker. Because I have always used Skinceuticals brand prior to yours I was familiar with if the color was dark the Vit C had lost its strength. I question whether I got an old bottle of your brand because the 1st bottle I used was not as dark."
Just as Good as SkinCeuticals!
"I switched from SkinCeuticals to this serum, and I’m honestly impressed. I haven’t noticed any difference in performance, and my skin looks just as good. Great alternative at a much better price!"
Delivers the glow; protects the skin
"I have always loved the concept of Brandefy and replacing expensive items with affordable dupes that ACTUALLY work. I recently visited the dermatologist and she complimented my skin several times and knew immediately that I always applied SPF and had good skin care. Vitamin C is among the best ingredient for protecting and brightening your skin and this version does the same as the product that is $180."
★★★★★ Better than the $185 original — and I'm not exaggerating
"I used SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic for years, but $185 always stung. Now that their patent's expired, I tried Brandefy's version at $44 (with the 20% discount) and I'm sold. Same core actives, but they added an emollient that makes it feel noticeably better on skin — less drying, more comfortable. Better formula, way less money."
This stuff is no joke…. .
"I started using this drum about a year ago. Took 8 weeks to start noticing a real difference. Smoother texture, less discoloration and all around brighter skin. Thought at first it was a little oily. Started to use less…… 3-4 drops for face AND neck is plenty. I am hooked"
Return to Brandefy
"I had been a Skinceuticals customer for many years when I discovered the Brandefy product. It was costing me $166 for Ferulic C & E. Much to my aestheticians dismay, I found out about the Brandefy product and saved 2/3 of the high price which was the very same serum with the very same results! Thanks so much for the savings."
Feels so good on my skin
"I am a Salon Owner and Licensed Esthetician that has used SkinCeuticals for years, and I have to say the Vit C + E + Ferulic Serum is such a great dupe! My skin feels so hydrated, smooth, and glowy, and I’m loving how it looks, too. I just ordered the Tri-Lipid Moisturizer and Superfood Cleanser, so I’m hoping I love those just as much! 🤞🏼"
Q&A
- My c&e is orange color is it still good to use
- Hi Luba! Please email us a photo of the serum color at hello@brandefyskin.com and we can take a closer look for you.
- Is this good for rosesa or sensitive skin
- Hi there! If you have rosacea or very sensitive skin, we always recommend patch testing first, as everyone's skin can react differently—especially to pure L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C). If you're more blemish-prone, our Clinical Vitamin C + Silym Clarify Serum may be a better option. If you have any questions about your skin or routine, we'd be happy to help!
- Is there alcohol in the ingredients?
- No our Clinical Vit C + E + Ferulic Defend Serum is alcohol free.
- Hi there, do you have any plans to sell or ship to the UK?
- Hi there! At this time we are only shipping within the United States.
- I brought clinical v c+E ferulic and clinical vit c + silym . What order should I put them on? I was using skin critical c e ferulic and p-tiox, thank you . I might of brought the wrong things
- Hi there! For Vitamin C, our Clinical Vit C + E + Ferulic and Clinical Vit C + Silymarin are actually designed for different skin types, so they’re not meant to be used together in the same routine. No worries at all if you accidentally grabbed both! Just email us at hello@brandefyapp.com, and we’ll help you sort this out and make sure you have the right product for your routine. We’re also happy to send you a recommended product to pair with your Vitamin C so you’re getting the best results. Let us know how we can help!
- I used to use the skinceuticals. My dermatologist told me to use it with a retinol containing moisturizer. I see you say not to use it with retinols. Why is that?
- Hi there! Great question. Vitamin C and retinol are both powerful, clinically backed actives, but because they’re strong in different ways, it’s best not to layer them at the same time. Vitamin C shines in the morning, helping protect skin from free radical damage throughout the day, while retinol works best at night to support cell turnover and collagen production. So the golden rule is: Vitamin C in the AM, retinol in the PM. That way, you get the benefits of both without overwhelming your skin. Of course, since everyone’s skin is unique, we always recommend checking in with your dermatologist if you’re unsure about your specific routine.
- pH?
- Our vitamin C serum is formulated at a pH below 4 to keep it potent and effective, exactly where your skin needs it.
- Will storing the serum in a refrigerator (but ensuring the product doesn't freeze) extend shelf-life?
- Yes! It's typically recommended to store serum in a cool, dark place to preserve its effectiveness, so keeping it in the refrigerator (as long as it doesn’t freeze) is okay.
- Is it 30 ML?
- Our vitamin C serum is 1 fl oz / 30 ml!
- My product has started to turn orange after about half the bottle has been used up. Does this mean it’s no longer effective?
- Hi, there! Your Vitamin C is still effective! Our Vitamin C serum contains L-Ascorbic Acid, which is a pure form of Vitamin C. Over time, this ingredient will slowly begin to change in color, but is still effective as it changes, until it is brown. We recommend replenishing your Vitamin C serum every 6 months, or when it turns brown. You can also store in a cool, dark place to help it last as long as possible. Please email us at hello@brandefyskin.com with any further questions regarding your Vitamin C serum, and know that we are happy to replace if you have any concerns!