Being a 30 something I’m only too aware of the affects years of running around in the sun and not looking after my skin have made so the idea that my collagen production would be enhanced was a win for me! After using it for two weeks I have noticed my skin again is looking brighter, pores have reduced in size,my skin feels smoother and very well hydrated
The serum is 100% water based and as a result spreads beautifully , I only use 2-3 drops to cover my face and neck during my morning and night routine. Overall I am very pleased with the results, the product delivers what it claims and I’m looking forward to purchasing more from the Antipodes Scientific Organic Range.
I love this serum. It's the thinnest serum I have come across and it's great for layering. I apply it nightly after my toner and my skin absorbs it pretty rapidly. I like to apply this before I apply my other serums or facial oils at night as I find this goes deeper and hydrates the deeper layers of skin and then the thicker serums and oils hydrate the horny later of skin and trap in the moisture. I don't think this would moisturize as well if just used by itself unless you have very oily skin. It does have claims on the box to increase type 1 collagen by up to 72%. I haven't noticed an increase in collagen at all but I'm happy to continue using this since it penetrates the deeper layers of skin and moisturizes them better than just using a facial oil. Because the serum is quite thin and water based I do find I go through faster than if it was a facial oil but then I only need to use it once a day. It has a pleasant lavender and rose scent which isn't at all overpowering, but if you don't like the scent it doesn't linger for long. I am not a big fan of lavender and I like the scent. One word of caution though to those with sensitive skin, the box recommends it for all skin types and from experience I don't recommend this for those with sensitive skin. I don't have super sensitive skin but I do find on nights that I like to use clay masks and exfoliate and especially on nights I've used glycolic acid this serum stings a bit when I apply it to my face and my cheeks will turn a bit red. It's gone within a few hours or by the time I wake up in the morning. I talked to a Antipodes product specialist about this and she said it's the vinanza grape extract because it as mild exfoliating properties it can feel a bit stingy upon application if you have sensitive or sensitized skin. She recommended that I either do it every other night or skip it on nights I exfoliate. I still apply it on nights I exfoliate though because although it stings when I apply it, I like to feed my skin the best serums I've got when they can sink in and absorb the best.
Tips: Since this serum is water based it's best used in conjunction with more moisturizing products. I like to wait till Antipodes does a discount or special and then stock up. I recommend that if you have sensitive skin you get a sample to try out first. This is an excellent serum for oily skin but drier skins will benefit as this serum is like giving your skin a drink of water.