Name: Wake Up Face Serum
Brand: oars+alps
SKU: VITAMINC
Price: 49.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (209 reviews)

How to use

Step 1: Wash your face with Oars + Alps Solid Face Wash.

Step 2: Apply a thin layer of Oars + Alps Wake Up Face Serum to clean, dry skin on the neck and face area.

Step 3: Apply Oars + Alps Wake Up Eye Stick to under-eye area.

Step 4: Follow with Oars + Alps Face + Eye Cream or sunscreen.

Because of its potency and effectiveness, for some people Vitamin C may cause their skin to become temporarily flushed when using. If you notice a very mild redness immediately after applying, try spacing it out by using only a few times a week. As with any new product to your routine, if you experience irritation or a reaction and feel that it's from the product, we suggest you discontinue use.

The nitty gritty

O + A Clean Ingredients
Dermatologist Tested
Vegan + Cruelty-Free
Travel-Friendly
Fragrance-Free
Anti-Aging

This serum contains a high concentration (15%) of Vitamin C. The type of Vitamin C we use is a highly potent, stable and easy-to-absorb form called 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid. It helps the skin appear brighter and plumper by boosting collagen production and fades dark spots from aging and sun exposure. As an antioxidant, it protects skin from free radicals and environmental stressors as well.
The serum also contains Hyaluronic Acid, an incredibly hydrating naturally-occurring molecule. It can hold up to 1000 times its weight in water, which it then delivers to your skin. It works well with Vitamin C to visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles and firm and smooth skin texture.
Vitamin E serves a double purpose. It deeply hydrates, allowing other ingredients in this serum to work more effectively. As an antioxidant, it also helps fight inflammation, redness and free radicals that damage skin.
Probiotic extracts minimize bad bacteria on your skin, which helps it stay clearer and more moisturized.

Ingredients

Alcohol-Free, Glycol-Free, Paraben-Free, Phthalate-Free, Sulfate-Free

Ingredients (Hover over ingredient to see details)

Water, Ascorbic Acid, Lactobacillus Ferment (Probiotic), Propanediol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Sodium Citrate, Heptyl Undecylenate, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Cladonia Stellaris Extract (Alpine Caribou Moss), Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum (Naturally derived), Algin, Beta-Glucan, Sodium Phytate, Kaolin, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid.

FAQ

What are the benefits of Vitamin C for your skin?

Vitamin C in a potent form like 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid helps:

reduce redness
even out skin tone
fade hyperpigmentation (i.e. dark spots)
tighten skin
reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
keep skin cells healthy in the face of UV rays and pollution

What is Hyaluronic Acid?

Hyaluronic Acid is a naturally occurring molecule that can hold up to 1000 times its own weight in water. By pulling moisture from the air and deeper layers of your skin, it helps plump and moisturize your skin.

What are the benefits of Hyaluronic Acid for your face?

Hyaluronic Acid is highly effective at drawing water in from its environment, and because of that it can provide incredible hydration for your face. By doing so, it can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as well as firm and smooth the skin’s texture.

How quickly will I see results using the Wake Up Face Serum?

With regular use multiple times a week you can expect to notice a brighter, more even complexion within four to six weeks. Many of our users report seeing results earlier.

Has the formula changed?

Yes, our formula has changed recently. We addressed formula clumping concerns, provided a more stable form of our hero ingredient Vitamin C (read more in our Features section) and brought you a stronger delivery system of absorption into the skin for optimal results. We are confident that you will love this Face Serum as much as the last.

What should the Face Serum look like?

Our Wake Up Face Serum is a semi-translucent tan/dark golden color and has the feel of a smooth serum. Not to worry if your product appears to darken a bit over time. A slight darkening of product is common and expected for Vitamin C based products, as ascorbic acid naturally browns over time, especially as it’s exposed to air. We use a high quality airless pump package for our Vitamin C that protects it from the sun and other elements. Because of this, rest assured that if slight darkening occurs it remains a fresh product that is safe and effective for use. To best protect your Wake Up Face Serum from the impact of air and heat, keep the cap on when not in use and keep the bottle out of direct sunlight. As with any skin care product, be sure to use the product within its 24 month shelf life.

My skin looks a bit flushed after using the product. Is this normal?

Because of its potency and effectiveness, for some people Vitamin C may cause their skin to become temporarily flushed when using. If you notice a very mild redness immediately after applying, try using the serum only a few times a week. As with adding any new product to your routine, if you experience irritation or a reaction and feel that it's from the product, we suggest you discontinue use.