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Scurvy Dog - Vitamin C Serum
Scurvy Dog - Vitamin C Serum
Scurvy Dog - Vitamin C Serum

Scurvy Dog is a high-potency ascorbic acid (vitamin C) serum, elevated with a blend of stabilizing antioxidants like vitamin E, ferulic acid, and caffeine crystals.

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) stands as the star of skincare antioxidants, known for its prowess in lightening dark spots, boosting collagen, and shielding skin from pollution and UV damage. Scurvy Dog also features glycyrrhetinic acid from licorice for added anti-inflammatory and brightening effects. Ascorbic acid creates a potent antioxidant reserve with a half-life of 4 days once it gets into your dermis, combating free radicals from various environmental stressors. To maintain its effectiveness, regular application is key.

Scurvy Dog requires a bit of acclimation, with its pH under 3.5 to ensure vitamin C penetrates the dermis effectively. Initially, you might experience a tingling sensation when first applying.

Upon application, Scurvy Dog leaves the skin slightly tacky as it absorbs. Once your skin feels dry and smooth, the treatment has fully penetrated, readying you for the next skincare step. Be cautious not to advance too quickly, as doing so might raise your skin's pH above 3.5, hindering further vitamin C absorption.

Deionized Water, Ascorbic Acid, Ethanol, Jojoba, Grape Oil, Lactobacillus Ferment, Sargassum Fluitans/Natans Extract, Squalane (olive), D-Alpha Tocopherol, Sodium PCA, Bisabolol, Sodium Citrate, Dimenthyl Isosorbide, Magnolia Absolute, Ferulic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Yarrow Oil, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid (LMW), Xanthan Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Caffeine Crystals, Peppermint Oil, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Ceramide AP, Ceramides NP

Scurvy Dog - Vitamin C Serum

Surreal Skincare
$87.00
5.0 (49)

Fresh batches made every 2 months.

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Scurvy Dog is a high-potency ascorbic acid (vitamin C) serum, elevated with a blend of stabilizing antioxidants like vitamin E, ferulic acid, and caffeine crystals.

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) stands as the star of skincare antioxidants, known for its prowess in lightening dark spots, boosting collagen, and shielding skin from pollution and UV damage. Scurvy Dog also features glycyrrhetinic acid from licorice for added anti-inflammatory and brightening effects. Ascorbic acid creates a potent antioxidant reserve with a half-life of 4 days once it gets into your dermis, combating free radicals from various environmental stressors. To maintain its effectiveness, regular application is key.

Scurvy Dog requires a bit of acclimation, with its pH under 3.5 to ensure vitamin C penetrates the dermis effectively. Initially, you might experience a tingling sensation when first applying.

Upon application, Scurvy Dog leaves the skin slightly tacky as it absorbs. Once your skin feels dry and smooth, the treatment has fully penetrated, readying you for the next skincare step. Be cautious not to advance too quickly, as doing so might raise your skin's pH above 3.5, hindering further vitamin C absorption.

Deionized Water, Ascorbic Acid, Ethanol, Jojoba, Grape Oil, Lactobacillus Ferment, Sargassum Fluitans/Natans Extract, Squalane (olive), D-Alpha Tocopherol, Sodium PCA, Bisabolol, Sodium Citrate, Dimenthyl Isosorbide, Magnolia Absolute, Ferulic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Yarrow Oil, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid (LMW), Xanthan Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Caffeine Crystals, Peppermint Oil, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Ceramide AP, Ceramides NP

Fades Sun Damage

Scurvy Dog Vitamin C Serum effectively addresses sun damage. Its active ingredient, Ascorbic Acid, inhibits the activity of tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in melanin production. This action reduces excess melanin, preventing hyperpigmentation and lightening dark spots caused by sun exposure.

Builds Collagen

The serum's Ascorbic Acid content also plays a crucial role in collagen synthesis. By stimulating fibroblasts in the dermis, responsible for collagen production, Scurvy Dog enhances the skin's firmness and elasticity, contributing to a more youthful appearance.

Protects

As one of the most potent antioxidants in skincare, Ascorbic Acid in Scurvy Dog offers robust protection against environmental aggressors. It neutralizes free radicals from UV rays, pollution, and smoke, safeguarding the skin's health and preventing premature aging.

Ascorbic Acid

High doses of topical Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) are acclaimed for their ability to boost collagen production, brighten the complexion, even skin tone, and fend off photoaging by neutralizing free radicals. This potent antioxidant also aids in skin repair and may reduce the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles, promoting a more youthful and radiant skin tone.

N-Acetyl Phytoshpingosine

N-Acetyl Phytosphingosine is a synthetic ceramide, a class of lipid molecules that occur naturally in the skin and are vital for maintaining the skin's barrier function and retaining moisture. It's a variant of phytosphingosine, which is a natural component of skin ceramides. This particular compound has been acetylated, meaning it has an acetyl group added, to enhance its stability and function in skin-care formulations.

Glycyrrhetinic Acid

Derived from licorice root, Glycyrrhetinic Acid is primarily celebrated for its anti-inflammatory properties, effectively soothing skin irritation and redness, making it particularly ideal for sensitive or inflamed skin conditions. It also plays a crucial role in skin brightening and reducing hyperpigmentation and dark spots by inhibiting an enzyme that stimulates melanin production. Furthermore, Glycyrrhetinic Acid boasts antioxidant properties, aiding in protecting the skin from environmental stressors, building collagen and preventing signs of aging.

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JeanneL
Scurvy Dog Delivers

The Scurvy Dog really delivers - it is a boost to my Surreal skincare routine!

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Cidny K.

The product is so fresh and feels like velvet. The herbal scents take me away to the forest of my mind. I love this product line. It’s definitely refreshing and makes my skin so smooth and hydrated. The names so creative, whimsical and fun. I just love it!

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Lacy M.
Beautiful products!

So happy with this clean skin care line! I can’t wait to try more products from you in the future!

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Mary M.
The Best Vitamin C Serum EVER

My skin LOVES this serum. Although it has a high Ascorbic Acid content, it feels gentle, goes on smoothly and absorbs within minutes.
Perfection

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Elise R.
The BEST

I’m addicted to this stuff

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Teresa H.
Two thumbs up for Scurvy Dog!

An absolute staple in my skincare routine. A magic potion for sunspots, dewy skin and overall radiance. I notice a difference when I run out of Scurvy Dog.

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Suzy F.
Scurvy Dog

Goes on nicely. Absorbs completely and provides a nice base for Day Walker.

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Sharon G.
J’adore

A have to base for the rest of the glorious products. Thank you Ms Morgan!!

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Sharon G.
My Fav, I use it twice a day

Honestly, all these products make me so happy and I’m glad to do my skin care routine using them, I already see a vast improvement

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Delia

Miss Morgan's products are always top tier. I say that as someone who likes to explore other brands to compare and Surreal Skincare always wins. The vitamin c serum has a smooth consistency when I apply it. I can see some minor breakouts as the vitamin c works into my skin but they clear up quickly when I pair it with the nighttime Retinoid in Venus. I'm happily anticipating what my skin will become with a consistent routine.

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Anonymous

Looking forward to the refill! Working excellent on this skin. x

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Michelle R.
I love these products!

I’ve been using a few of surreal skins products and they are worth it! I live in the PNW on the coast and i was having issues with dryer skin (I’m also 45), did some research and was pointed in the direction of Surreal Skin, which also happens to be located in NYC, my hometown! Anyway, i cannot get over how much i love cheating death line, worth every penny!

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Melanie C.
Glow in a bottle

I have been using this product for at least a couple years now, I get so many compliments where people literally ask me how I get my skin to glow like that (with no makeup on). It’s incredible.

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Melissa M.
Incredible results from this serum!

Second bottle! I have tried various Vitamin C serums from big brands at high prices which yielded lackluster results. This serum is perfect and the results speak for themselves. My skin feels brighter and works well in my routine to fade past scars.

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Josephine J.
Magic

I don't know what kind of magic is in this bottle, but it's a must in my routine. Postpartum, aging and chasing my kids out in the sun, left my face looking really dull and blotchy. Scurvy has evened out my skin tone and has brightened up my face significantly.

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Frank L.b.

Works like a charm

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Melanie

This is a product I cannot live without. From work, to the grocery store, to the park with my son, i het conpliments and questions about how my skin glows! Im not one to gate keep and want everyone to experince this and all of surreal’s magic products that i am addicted to going on almost three years. Visit the lab and get a custom skincare routine recommendation and check out all of the awesome stuff that goes into making everything. You wont regret it!

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Karen

Surreal Skincare has turned my skin around. I have several favorites and Scurvy Dog is one of them. My skintone is even with a natural glow. Love, love this product!

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Melanie C.
Fast acting magic in a bottle.

All I have to say is that I recommend anyone looking to brighten their skin and protect while fading dark spots try this. I have sensitive skin and was concerned at first, but I have had zero breakouts only wonderful results. I’ll be 35 in July. I work at a high school and I had a beautiful 17-year-old girl tell me that my skin glowed. That is all lol.

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Silvana J.
Sensational Scurvy Dog

I love all of Morgan's products but wanted to give a special thumbs up to Scurvy Dog Brightening Serum. You can literally feel it working as it dries on your skin. There's a slight tingle that happens. I have a few discolourations on my skin which have faded substantially since I started applying Scurvy Dog every day a few months ago. I've stopped using concealer every day which feels good. A little tip-I sometimes get my products straight from the West Village store so Morgan goes through the process of using each one with me. Listening to her speak about the ingredients in such an informed way reassures me she stands behind what she makes a hundred percent. She and her products are the real deal.

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LJ
Exceptional product

Fantastic product! My skin loves this serum. So much so I’ve gifted it many times. Guess what….. they love it too!

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Holly H.
Excellent profuct

Happy to have been introduced, makes skin bright

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Monique L.
Scurvy is a workhorse

Real change, real improvements. Its changed the texture of my skin for the bettter. Quite noticably. I recommend following directions on bottle exactly to get best results.
Scent is wonderful and not too strong. I pair it with Regenerator cream and my skin is so happy... the best its been in 4 years

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Daniel V.

It’s making a huge difference reducing my sun damage

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Nicole l.M.
Love it!

Results over time are amazing. My skin glows from this

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Marie
My new go-to Vitamin C

So many pricey vitamin c products on the skincare market to choose from. So far I’m liking Surreal Skincares a lot and appreciate the label saying to use it while it’s at peak freshness (nudges me to use it every day and get results rather than letting it sit on my counter). also the bottle has been a funny conversation starter — someone asked why my vitamin c had a dog and the word “scurvy” on it… lol no idea but always appreciate Morgan’s artwork and the creativity on all the Surreal Skincare product labels. big YES to fun, playful, vibrant, creative and *effective* skincare experiences.

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Valerie L.
LOVE

I have been using Scurvy Dog for about 3 weeks and have noticed that my age spots have diminished significantly! I will never be without Scurvy! 😁

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Mary V.
Great stuff

This is a wonderful product. My skin has definitely improved since I have been using it.

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Donna N.
Very effective!

My skin already looks smoother and clearer

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INGER S.
Man's Best Friend

Scurvy Dog is a pleasant surprise. I have used many, many vitamin c serums and figured I would get the same result from Scurvy Dog and have to continue my journey to finding my holy grail. But, alas, I think I have found a best friend. My spots have faded in just 2 weeks and I have a natural glow. Thank you for making this amazing serum!
Tip: I use this as my first serum every morning. I do use a small fan which helps speed up absorption and my routine takes the same amount of time.

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Patsy C.
Better looking skin!

Morgan was so great to work with. I love my new skin products and will be purchasing more!!