Dr. Brandt is a well known, respected cosmetic dermatologist.  He is recognized as a Master Injector, a leader in injectables such as Botox, Restylane, and Dysport. Dr. Brandt has a practice in both Miami and New York and sees over 40 patients on a  daily basis. If you aren’t able to meet with the doctor personally, do not worry, with his line of skin care products you can “Take the doctor home with you™”.

Dr. Brandt’s Lineless Vitamin C Serum uses the derivative, ascorbyl glucoside. It is a relatively new vitamin C derivative that  stays in the system longer than other forms of vitamin C. Ascorbic glucoside is only available  in concentrations up to 2%, which is significantly lower than other forms that use up to 20%. Ascorbyl glucoside has antioxidant properties and when combined with niacinamide (vitamin B) it reduces the production of melanin pigment. Dr. Brandt’s Lineless Vitamin C Serum does not contain niacinamide so exactly how effective can this vitamin C serum be?

Dr Brandt Lineless Vitamin C Serum Ingredients

• Cyclopentasiloxane: A silicone derivative that releases nutrients and moisture when applied to the skin
• Dimethicone Crosspolymer: A stabilizing agent or thickener
• Caprylyl Trimethicone: Provides a drier emollient feel in serums
• Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1-dimethicone: A silicone that functions as a skin conditioner and emulsifier
• Glycerin: Helps skin absorb moisture and pulls oxygen into the skin
• Vitis vinifera (grape) Seed Oil: Moisturizes and nourishes the skin
• Phenoxyethanol: According to the FDA, ” Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that is primarily used in cosmetics and medications. It also can depress the central nervous system and may cause vomiting and diarrhea.”
• Lavandula Angustifolia Oil: Possesses antiseptic and antibacterial properties to promote healing
• Citrus Grandis (grapefruit) Peel Oil: Fragrance Oil
• Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil: Possesses soothing properties
• BHT: A synthetic antioxidant that is used to prevent oxidation
• Ascorbyl Glucoside: A derivative of Vitamin C that is combined with glucose to help lighten the skin by reducing the production of melanin pigment.
• Disodium EDTA: A preservative
• Silica Dimethyl Silylate: Derived from silica and used as a thickener
• Geranium Maculatum Oil: Promotes circulation
• Tocopheryl Acetate: Also referred to as Vitamin E, Tocopheryl Acetate is one of the most powerful antioxidants and protects  your cells from free radicals that cause pre-mature aging and acne.

Pros

• Moisturizes the skin
• Includes Vitamin E and grapeseed oil
• May help prevent fine lines

Cons

• Expensive, $75 per ounce
• Does not contain an effective form of Vitamin C
• Does not reduce the appearance of existing fine lines and wrinkles
• Not strong enough to lighten skin and reverse signs of premature aging.
• Only offers a 60 day money back guarantee

Conclusion

Dr Brandt’s Lineless Vitamin C Serum claims to help protect your skin against free radical and increase your skin’s suppleness with the powerful ingredients, vitamin C and E, and Grapeseed oil. There is very little information regarding ascorbyl glucoside to determine if it is as effective or more effective than other vitamin C derivatives. Therefore, I cannot confidently recommend this vitamin C serum for the use of reversing and preventing premature aging.