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This formula represents the first stabilized effective form of lipid soluble, topically applied Vitamin C in a patented delivery vehicle combined with other essential factors.

C-ESTA Oil Control Serum provides long lasting oil control while still delivering all the extraordinary anti-aging and lifting benefits of Jan Marini's regular C-ESTA Products and Vitamin C.

In the past, this extent of anti-aging and firming treatment was only suitable for mature and drier skin types – unfortunate because skin is greatly benefitted by Vitamin C supplementation from a far earlier age.

From the first use, skin will glow with hydration, but remain soft throughout the day without developing a hard shine.

Jan Marini C-ESTA Oil Control assists in reducing the appearance of open pores by firming and tightening.

26 January 2012 – The preferred regular home treatment for visibly open pores is now available online. Visit the page for MD Rx Melbourne Dermatology Open Pores Overnight Solution for information.

Medical studies show C-ESTA containing DAE Complex is able to create conditions in the skin that enable dramatic rejuvenation beyond previous topical vitamin c technologies.

• Within a short period of time the skin's texture will begin to appear smoother and more supple;
• With continued use, the skin will become measurably firmer, more resilient, and facial contours will appear tighter and more defined;
• Deeper lines will appear far less pronounced;
• Colouring will become more even;
• Skin will appear noticeably younger and healthier.

C-ESTA Serum Oil Control Serum containing DAE Complex is a readily absorbed and compatible with glycolic acid products, retinoids, topical medications, moisturizers and makeup.

For improved and more durable facial skin benefits from Jan Marini C-ESTA:

• apply C-ESTA in exact accordance with the Melbourne Dermatology Advanced Jan Marini C-ESTA Application Protocol;
• use the once-daily combination packets of C-ESTAMINS on an ongoing basis.

For even greater lift and firmer, more tensed cheek muscles, combine C-ESTA with Gernetic Myo/Myoso.

For use alongside C-ESTA Eye Repair Concentrate, C-ESTA Lips and C-ESTA Facial Mask.

Avoid the use of oxidized Vitamin C – refer Effects of Oxidized and/or Denatured Ascorbic Acid Formulae on Skin.

Jan Marini C-ESTA contains ascorbyl palmitate, a rendition of Vitamin C as ascorbic acid with different effects and (loosely speaking) different usage profiles when compared with ascorbic acid. The two should not be considered immediately interchangeable – refer ascorbyl palmitate vs. ascorbic acid.

1. C-ESTA Oil Control Serum can be applied in place of regular C-ESTA Serum or Cream as usual in the morning or immediately before applying make-up. Apply sparingly, after cleansing, to entire face, neck, and behind ears. Apply remainder of program as usual. Then in the evening, use C-ESTA Serum or Cream instead.
2. Over other products before sunscreen.
3. As a spot treatment, C-ESTA Oil Control Serum can be applied in spots or zones. For example, on the T-Zone over sunscreen or just on the nose or forehead. Apply sparingly to the appropriate areas .
4. C-ESTA Oil Control can be used on oily upper eyelids in order to enhance eye shadow wear and prevent creasing. Apply sparingly, taking care not to get the Serum into your eyes.
5. On and around lips in order to enhance lipstick wear and lessen lipstick "bleeding". Although C-ESTA Lips was made more specifically for this purpose and is better for lips overall.

The condition of these areas is implicated in the tension of your facial skin.

• firmness;
• skin texture;
• skin tone;
• colouring.

To achieve improved absorption:

1. Always ensure skin is free of stifling dead skin cells by making regular use of an evenly acting and thorough exfoliating product containing either one or more of glycolic, salicylic acid or proteolytic enzymes.
2. If using topical Vitamin C during the day, try applying the Vitamin C, waiting 30 seconds to one minute, then applying an appropriate exfoliating product on top (see below) before finishing with a moisturizer/sunscreen (see below).

These recommendations are especially helpful in improving wear in those individuals with very oily, very dry or sensitive skin.

Recommended protocols for improved absorption of topical Vitamin C (AM and/or PM)

Normal to Dry or Combination Skin using Jan Marini

C-ESTA Serum + Bioclear Lotion + Age Intervention Cream/Serum and/or Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 30.

Uniformly Very Dry Skin using Jan Marini

Jan Marini C-ESTA Cream + Bioclear Cream + Age Intervention Cream/TGF Cream and/or Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 30.

Uniformly Very Oily Skin using Jan Marini

C-ESTA Serum or Oil Control Serum + Bioclear Lotion + TGF Serum and/or Jan Marini Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 30.

Normal to Dry or Combination Skin using Skinceuticals

Skinceuticals C E Ferulic + Skinceuticals Intense Line Defense + Skinceuticals Sunscreen SPF 20 or 30.

Uniformly Very Dry Skin using Skinceuticals

Skinceuticals C E Ferulic + Skinceuticals Intense Line Defense + Skinceuticals Skin Firming Cream (younger very dry skin) or Face Cream (peri/post-menopausal very dry skin) + Skinceuticals Sunscreen SPF 20 or 30.

Uniformly Very Oily Skin using Skinceuticals

Skinceuticals Serum 10, 15 or 20 AOX + Skinceuticals Intense Line Defense + Skinceuticals Daily Sun Defense SPF 20.

Notes:

• In the evening the same advice and protocols apply in all cases, just omitting sunscreen.
• Skinceuticals Topical Vitamin C is used once daily maximum; Jan Marini C-ESTA may be used twice daily.
• Skinceuticals Renew Overnight Cream for Normal to Dry or Normal to Oily Skin may be used in addition to Skinceuticals Intense Line Defense in the evening for more diverse benefits.

Additional Related References:

• Skinceuticals Vitamin C Serums – General Advice;
• Jan Marini Bioglycolic Facial Lotion without a Jan Marini Hydrator;
• Applying Jan Marini C-ESTA Facial Skin Care Products;
• Ways of Using Jan Marini C-ESTA Oil Control Serum;
• Improving Tone and Wear of Sunscreens;
• Skinceuticals Antioxidant Serums – Primary Benefits to Skin Health;
• Skinceuticals Serum 20 Media;
• Waiting Between Layers – A Path to Better Results.

Plus which one would be better for a younger skin in their early 20's?

Jan Marini C-ESTA Serum contains ascorbyl palmitate and deanol and Skinceuticals C E Ferulic contains ascorbic acid, tocopherol and ferulic acid.

It should be noted that there are some concerns over the safety and suitability of large concentrations of ascorbyl palmitate and deanol.

In recent times, some manufacturers have removed or replaced ascorbyl palmitate from their products.

This includes the "Ester-C" products marketed by Dr. Nicholas Perricone's N.V. Perricone Cosmeceuticals, from which Jan Marini C-ESTA is said to be derived.

Skinceuticals C E Ferulic is a more effective protective product in theory however most people use oxidized versions of Vitamin C products which are useless or possibly harmful.

It was once thought that ascorbyl palmitate was more stable than ascorbic acid, however testing has confirmed that in fact both are inherently prone to considerable oxidation, therefore the claimed shelf-life and superior antioxidant advantage of Jan Marini C-ESTA over Skinceuticals C E Ferulic and similar products may not actually exist.

It is true that Jan Marini C-ESTA Cream is less prone to discolouration (oxidation) when refrigerated so it seems likely it is not stable.

People generally report more immediate skin firming with Jan Marini C-ESTA than Skinceuticals C E Ferulic however long-term firming results are likely to be different.

Skinceuticals C E Ferulic may irritate sensitive skin and stimulate acne in prone individuals while Jan Marini C-ESTA is generally well-tolerated.

If you'd like to try using a Vitamin C product, rather than use either of these, it is better to start with Alyria Antioxidant Capsules, the 10% Vitamin C content of which does not oxidize prior to use by virtue of a combination of formulation and packaging, and which is gentle enough to safely and comfortably test suitability on virtually any skin type or condition.

For additional advice it would be best to ask actual users including specialists at: http://www.derm.net.au/discussions/.

One of the #1 facial concerns of females in their twenties through fifties are oily patches and most commonly, an oily t-zone. Everyone wants a dewy, glowing complexion…but everyone knows the difference between “glow” and shine.

The goal of C-ESTA Serum Oil Control is to achieve refined luminosity and a ‘lit from within’ complexion... This product will deliver that extended ‘lasts-all-day’ oil control that woman have been looking for.

C-ESTA Oil Control with DAE complex delivers long lasting oil control while hydrating and transforming your skin to look:

• younger;
• more firm;
• lighter-coloured;
• less congested.

Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties also assist in refining skin tone and textural problems.

C-ESTA is the first topical form of lipid soluble Vitamin-C that is stable and able to be absorbed.

This technology has been shown to dramatically reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, leave the skin appearing smoother, more refined, more resilient, plumper and thicker.

DAE Complex is a powerful “antioxidant cocktail” containing a proprietary delivery agent that acts as a penetration enhancer.

Among the benefits of the continued use of C-ESTA with DAE Complex are the increase in muscle tone, decreased redundancy of the upper eyelid, and overall appearance of tighter more defined facial contours.

Skin care featuring primary antioxidants are those which provide the key phytochemicals (carotenoids, tocopherols, vitamin c among others) which are key among the body's native defense systems and have a very clear antioxidant function and high potency.

Products containing beneficial antioxidants which are not as important as those designated as being primary are listed as part of the complete summary.

The change reflects our background in molecular and cellular biology – primary antioxidants have clearly established and irreplaceable benefits. See Idebenone – Prevage and Priori vs C E Ferulic for a perfect illustration of this reality.

Related Nodes:

• Anthocyanins in Blueberries and Strawberries;
• An Introduction to Skinceuticals Topical Antioxidant Therapy;
• Skinceuticals Antioxidant Protection - Serums Comparison Graph.