I attended a very exciting Zoom launch at the middle of last week from Antipodes, a brand whose Aura Manuka Honey Mask I rave about all the time! This launch however was for the brand new Antipodes Glow Ritual Vitamin C Serum, a product which is described as being a light-wear gel for a luminous dewy complexion!
For me, a serum has always been part of my daily routine and I can't even remember when the last time was that I didn't use one. The Antipodes Glow Ritual Serum is a light-wear gel serum for a luminous, dewy complexion and is said to create a skin that glows without makeup. The 100% natural origin formula is suitable for all skin types and offers not only offers instant radiance but it also defends skin against the signs of early ageing. I have only been using this serum for a few weeks and wanted to share some initial thoughts because I also have a 20% off code for anyone who wants to give this serum a try - use the code GLOWRITUAL20 and it will work until the end of September.
Vitamin C as an ingredient is one we see hyped and talked about a lot, it already occurs naturally within the skin, but on its own it isn't enough and over time, I have used in many different products which are serums, masks, tonics, moisturisers, cleansers and primers to name just a few, which all have Vitamin C related ingredients to help improve my skin. There is multiple benefits of using Vitamin C in your skincare routine, for example it gives you a brighter complexion, it helps to even out the skin tone,diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The main benefits you are probably more akin to hearing about is that it is an antioxidant, so it helps protect against the damage caused by free radicals and helps to improve the condition of the skin, where it can also help to improve collagen production, reduce inflammation and it is often used to help with sun damage, age spots and hyper-pigmentation.
As with Antipodes beauty products there is always a whole lot more goodness hiding within the formula and this Serum is no exception. One of the key ingredients is Kakadu Plum Extract which is a rare Australian Superfruit which happens to have the worlds highest recorded natural Vitamin C content, up to 100 times more than oranges and it works to illuminate, protect and boost your complexion. Then we have plant derived Hyaluronic Acid which is used for its powerful moisturising retaining, skin-plumping properties. Bakuchiol comes next and this is an ingredient I am glad to see is getting its name out there. Known as and referred to as being nature's retinol it works to smooth and firm without the sensitising effects of retinol. Then finally we have Vinanza Grape and Kiwi who provide antioxidant protection whilst at the same time helping to reduce the appearance of pigmentation.
On the skin, this texture is incredibly silky, it isn't overly thick or tacky when applied and because, as you can see it has the most stunning golden shade, it gives an almost instant glow and you cannot help but love it. This serum is priced at £35 but with the code GLOWRITUAL20 you can grab 20% off throughout the whole of September!
Antipodes is committed to repurposing, reusing and recycling, so they are using recyclable boxes made from 100% biodegradable cardboard derived from sustainable forests as well as glass bottles, aluminum tubes and printing with 100% eco ink from vegetables.