Review (5/5): So far so good... Here's my little story...
So far so good! I've been using the serum for about 3-1/2 weeks. I just placed and received my second order because I did not want to run out. So far I like the results. The results are subtle but progressive; I can definitely see and feel a difference in my skin tone and texture. The serum feels good going on and a little goes a long way. It is very light and refreshing - not sticky and it is not leaving a residue... My first container is not empty yet so I anticipate that one 30ml container lasts for at least 30 days. So I ordered more before I ran out so as not to have a gap in use. I use about 1-2 "squirts" once a day in the evening. The instructions state "drops" but that was hard to gauge... Anyway, it might also be helpful for me to note that when I started using this product I also made some other changes in my daily skin care routine. I was unhappy with some other products so I did a little research and decided to add a vitamin C serum to my routine. I also increased my water intake to about 60-70 oz. per day and started to take a phyto-ceramide supplement. I was already taking supplements of Vitamin E, Ester C, B Complex and Krill Oil which I continued to take. I also drink green tea and rooibos tea fairly regularly. I reduced my coffee to only one stiff cup in the morning (that was difficult). As far as topical applications I continue to use a mild cleanser followed by an alcohol-free, pore refining toner (both are Neutrogena). Then after the toner thoroughly dries (which takes like 5-10 min) I apply the Vitamin C serum and let that dry as well (dries quickly in 5-7 min). I then put on moisturizer that is targeted for the eye area and another for the rest of the face and neck (also Neutrogena). I make sure to use the SPF 30 "day" moisturizer and because I have some sun damage (brown patches), I also started to use a spot treatment for lighting (AlphaHydroxy-SpotLight) only every other day. I additionally use an exfoliator about 3 times a week with the spinning brush thingy (also Neutrogena). I make sure to use that before a shower and rinse it off while in the shower (the steam seems to help open the pores so everything else penetrates better after). The reason I do the whole routine in the evening is because of the little dry times and the mornings are a bit rushed for me... BUT... I think I may just give myself some extra "me time" in the AM and up my full routine to twice a day. Right now the morning is just cleanse and moisturize! I guess it would be about time anyway because I didn't want to go over board in the beginning with the additional stuff I added. I'm definitely not promoting any particular product here; I only mentioned the other stuff I'm using for reference and also because I'd tried the more expensive moisturizers and they were not any more effective at moisturizing than the one I'm using now. I know maybe it sounds like a lot of changes but actually, after the 1st few days, it just became part of daily habit. I really think the water is contributing significantly - although I do go to the bathroom more often; it's probably flushing my system and getting rid of toxins. I hope to see continued results. I am pleased with this serum and I'll come back with an update in another month.