Vitamin C serum for sensitive skin
Choose your next serum by the formula.
If you're replacing a serum that didn't suit your skin, start with the ingredient list on that bottle. A different brand name can still mean a very similar formula.
Schaf Serum uses 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, a vitamin C derivative, alongside ectoine, bakuchiol, niacinamide, peptides and hyaluronic acid. It's designed for people who want one treatment step addressing the appearance of fine lines, uneven tone and dryness.

SERUM
Fine lines, uneven tone, and loss of firmness rarely show up alone. Our Serum is built to address them together.
Built for aging skin that has become more sensitive with time, this fast-absorbing treatment helps improve the visible signs of aging while supporting the moisture barrier.
Apply after cleansing and before applying a moisturizer.
30 mL · Made in Canada
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What to compare before you buy
The vitamin C form. “Vitamin C” on the front of a bottle doesn't tell you which form is inside. Check the full ingredient list. Schaf uses a derivative rather than L-ascorbic acid. Different forms and concentrations are not interchangeable measures of performance.
The rest of the formula. Check for ingredients you already know you prefer or avoid. Schaf is fragrance-free and essential-oil-free, but individual tolerance still varies. Multiple actives may be convenient; more ingredients are not automatically a better fit for every person.
The place it takes in your routine. Consider Schaf if you're looking to consolidate treatment steps. If you specifically want a single-active vitamin C formula, this is a different approach.
The evidence. Ingredient research can help explain a formulation. It cannot establish how two finished products compare on your skin. Customer reviews provide another perspective, with individual experiences rather than promised outcomes.
Is Schaf the right choice for you?
Consider it if you want a multi-active serum, prefer a formula without L-ascorbic acid, and have checked the ingredient list against your own needs. It isn't a treatment for an active skin reaction, and no formula is guaranteed to agree with everyone.
Introduce a new product cautiously. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends testing a small area before adding a new skincare product to your routine.
Made in Canada. Covered by Schaf's existing 30-day money-back guarantee; see the policy for details.
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Comparing with C E Ferulic? See the formulation differences.

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