4 Alternatives to Vitamin C You Should NOT Sleep On | Dr. Sam Ellis

Let me guess. You've heard that vitamin C is basically the holy grail of skincare. Brighter skin, more even tone, antioxidant protection, the works. So you tried it. And then... your skin freaked out. Maybe it burned. Maybe it broke you out. Maybe you bought a gorgeous serum and it turned orange in two weeks. Or maybe you're just tired of the instability drama. Here's what nobody tells you: vitamin C is one way to get those benefits. It is not the only way. Today I'm walking you through four ingredients that can deliver similar results — brighter skin, antioxidant protection, more even tone — but with less irritation, better stability, and in some cases, even more targeted benefits depending on your skin concerns. And if you love your vitamin C and it works great for you? Stay anyway. Because layering any of these with your existing routine will only level you up more. WATCH MORE: My Most Purchased Skincare Products as a Derm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0Nnegv6I5w&t=333s I Tested The World's Most Popular Vitamin C Serums — These are the Best: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2SLL8a6qxA SHOP: COSRX | The Niacinamide 15 Serum*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-52777792 LA ROCHE-POSAY | Mela B3 Dark Spot Serum with Melasyl + Niacinamide*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-52778302 TATCHA | Indigo Overnight Repair Serum In Cream *: https://go.shopmy.us/p-55541142 BEAUTY OF JOSEON - Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-51798277 (Use code: SHOPDRSAM for 10% off) TIMELESS SKIN CARE | Coenzyme Q10 Serum*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-36976423 CAUDALIE | Resveratrol Lift Instant Firming Serum*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-30375738 Allies Of Skin Beta Glucan & Resveratrol Advanced Hydrating Serum*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-34878528 (Use code: DRSAM to save $$) My Makeup: Foundation* (mix shades 3+4): https://go.shopmy.us/p-23519400 (Use code: DRELLIS15 for 15% off) Concealer* (shade - 3.5W): https://go.shopmy.us/p-51806937 Setting powder*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-51807803 Blush* (shade - Worth): https://go.shopmy.us/p-53241685 Bronzer* (shade - Luminous Bronze Light): https://go.shopmy.us/p-51807145 Eyeliner* (shade - Chocolate): https://go.shopmy.us/p-35878764 Mascara* (shade - Brownish Black): https://tinyurl.com/3wfha7tf Brow gel* (shade - Taupe): https://go.shopmy.us/p-50803308 Lip liner* (shade - Paint My Number): https://go.shopmy.us/p-51807426 Lip gloss* (shade - Pistachio): https://go.shopmy.us/p-51807543 CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsamanthaellis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drsamanthaellis Website: https://www.mybeautymd.com/ DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Prequel is my skincare brand. Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links (marked with *). Affiliate links help support my YouTube channel so I can continue to create educational skincare videos for you. Also, some products may have been received as PR. Thanks for watching!