SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF
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SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF is a daytime antioxidant serum with 10% pure vitamin C, 2% phloretin and 0.5% ferulic acid that neutralizes free radicals and improves the look of discoloration, uneven tone and fine lines.
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What is SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF?
SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF is a daily-use vitamin C antioxidant serum made for normal, oily and combination skin. It combines 10% pure vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), 2% phloretin and 0.5% ferulic acid to neutralize free radicals generated by UV rays and pollution, and with regular use it improves the appearance of discoloration, uneven skin tone and fine lines. The water-light serum is free of parabens, dyes, fragrance and silicone. Apply four to five drops each morning to a dry face, neck and chest after cleansing and toning, before other skincare, and follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen. Available at SkinCrew in 30 ml ($185).
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The problem
Dark spots and uneven tone tend to build slowly, from years of sun and city air, and they are often most stubborn on skin that is also oily or prone to breakouts. Rich antioxidant serums can feel heavy on that kind of skin, so people skip the step altogether, and the marks left behind by sun exposure and past blemishes linger longer than they would like.
Vitamin C tuned for tone and for oilier skin.
Phloretin CF swaps the vitamin E of C E Ferulic for phloretin, an antioxidant derived from apples and the bark of fruit trees, in a thin serum that suits normal, oily and combination skin. SkinCeuticals formulates it to neutralize free radicals and to improve the appearance of discoloration, uneven tone and fine lines, and reports that it stays effective for a minimum of 72 hours once absorbed.
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SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF: the vitamin C serum for discoloration and uneven skin tone
SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF is a daytime antioxidant serum that pairs 10% L-ascorbic acid with 2% phloretin and 0.5% ferulic acid. SkinCeuticals positions it for skin tone: it neutralizes free radicals from UV rays and pollution while improving the appearance of discoloration, uneven tone, fine lines and texture. It is recommended for normal, oily and combination skin.
The formula is set at a precise pH and concentration for absorption, and it is free of parabens, dyes, fragrance, gluten and silicone. The texture is thin and fast-drying, which suits the combination, oilier and blemish-prone complexions SkinCeuticals recommends it for. Available at SkinCrew, an Authorized SkinCeuticals US Retailer, with fast US shipping.
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Why Phloretin CF Stands Out
- Phloretin at 2%. Phloretin is an antioxidant derived from apples and the bark of fruit trees. SkinCeuticals includes it to help defend against unwanted pigment and to support the look of firm skin.
- Three antioxidants in one serum. Vitamin C, phloretin and ferulic acid work together, and SkinCeuticals notes that ferulic acid increases the stability of the other two.
- A texture for oilier skin. The serum is thin, silicone-free and quick to absorb, so it layers under moisturizer and sunscreen without a heavy feel.
- Built for tone. SkinCeuticals recommends Phloretin CF where discoloration and uneven skin tone are the main concerns, and C E Ferulic where lines and firmness come first.
| Feature | Phloretin CF | Typical drugstore vitamin C serums | Brightening creams without antioxidants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form of vitamin C | 10% pure L-ascorbic acid | Varies, often a derivative or undisclosed level | Usually none |
| Supporting antioxidants | 2% phloretin, 0.5% ferulic acid | Sometimes vitamin E or ferulic acid | Usually none |
| Main focus | Discoloration, uneven tone, fine lines | General brightening | The look of dark spots only |
| Texture | Thin, silicone-free serum | Varies | Cream |
| Recommended skin types | Normal, oily, combination | Often unspecified | Often normal to dry |
The Phloretin CF Profile
What Phloretin CF Does
Benefit statements describe the appearance and feel of skin and reflect SkinCeuticals product information. Individual results vary.
Who Phloretin CF Is For
A strong match for
- Normal, oily and combination skin
- Anyone whose main concern is discoloration or uneven tone
- Blemish-prone skin that wants a light antioxidant serum
- People who find richer vitamin C serums too heavy
Tolerance and skin type
SkinCeuticals recommends Phloretin CF for normal, oily and combination skin. It is free of parabens, dyes, fragrance and silicone, and the formula does contain denatured alcohol, so very dry or sensitive skin may prefer C E Ferulic or Serum 10 AOX+. It can be used around the eyes but not directly on the eyelids, and it should be followed by sunscreen.
How to Use Phloretin CF
Phloretin CF Ingredient Deep Dive
2% Phloretin
An antioxidant derived from apples and the bark of fruit trees. SkinCeuticals includes it to help defend against unwanted pigment and to support the look of firm skin.
10% L-Ascorbic Acid
Pure vitamin C. It provides antioxidant defense against free radicals and improves the appearance of visible signs of aging and sun exposure.
0.5% Ferulic Acid
A plant-based antioxidant that enhances the benefits of phloretin and vitamin C by increasing their stability.
Precise pH and concentration
SkinCeuticals formulates the serum at a specific pH and concentration so that the pure vitamin C can absorb.
Full ingredient list. Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Ascorbic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Triethyl Citrate, Phloretin, Ferulic Acid. Ingredient lists can change. Refer to the product packaging for the most current list.
How to Use Phloretin CF in a Daily Routine
Phloretin CF is the prevent step of a SkinCeuticals morning routine. Apply it first on dry skin, layer a corrective serum over it, and finish with sunscreen.
Step 1: Prevent
Step 2: Correct
Step 3: Protect
Pairs Well With Phloretin CF
SkinCeuticals matches its vitamin C serums to skin type and concern. These are the closest alternatives to Phloretin CF and the products most often used with it for uneven tone.
Browse the full range in the SkinCeuticals collection, or shop by concern in Discoloration, Vitamin C serums, Oily skin.
Is Phloretin CF the Right Vitamin C Serum for Your Skin?
A SkinCrew skincare expert can help you choose between Phloretin CF, Phloretin CF Gel and Silymarin CF based on your skin type, your tone concerns and the texture you prefer. Consultations are complimentary and we are an Authorized SkinCeuticals US Retailer.
Contact Our Skincare ExpertsSkinCeuticals Phloretin CF is a cosmetic skincare product. Statements describe the appearance and feel of skin and reflect SkinCeuticals product information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any disease. Individual results vary.
SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF FAQ
What does SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF do?
Phloretin CF is a daytime antioxidant serum that neutralizes free radicals from UV rays and pollution and improves the appearance of discoloration, uneven skin tone, fine lines and texture. It combines 10% pure vitamin C, 2% phloretin and 0.5% ferulic acid.
How do I use Phloretin CF?
Use it once a day in the morning. After cleansing and toning, apply four to five drops to a dry face, neck and chest before other skincare products, then follow with sunscreen. SkinCeuticals notes it may also be used on the backs of the hands.
What is the difference between Phloretin CF and C E Ferulic?
Both contain L-ascorbic acid and ferulic acid. Phloretin CF has 10% vitamin C with 2% phloretin and is recommended for normal, oily and combination skin and for discoloration. C E Ferulic has 15% vitamin C with vitamin E and is recommended for normal, dry and sensitive skin and for lines.
Who should use Phloretin CF?
SkinCeuticals recommends it for normal, oily and combination skin, including blemish-prone skin, where discoloration, uneven tone and early signs of aging are the main concerns. Drier or sensitive skin types are usually directed to C E Ferulic or Serum 10 AOX+ instead.
Can I use Phloretin CF with retinol?
Yes. Use Phloretin CF in the morning under sunscreen and apply your retinol at night. Keeping the two at opposite ends of the day follows the SkinCeuticals routine of preventing in the morning and correcting in the evening.
How long does Phloretin CF take to show results?
SkinCeuticals states that improvements may begin to show within four to six weeks of daily use, with more marked changes in the appearance of tone and discoloration after about 12 weeks. Individual results vary.
Why has my Phloretin CF turned darker?
The serum naturally darkens over time with exposure to air and light. SkinCeuticals describes this as normal for a pure vitamin C serum and recommends using Phloretin CF within three months of opening.
Is SkinCrew an authorized SkinCeuticals retailer in the US?
Yes. SkinCrew is an Authorized SkinCeuticals US Retailer and sources every unit directly from SkinCeuticals, so Phloretin CF arrives fresh, authentic and in current packaging, with fast US shipping.