Garden of Wisdom's C³ Lipid Elixir penetrates the skin deeper than traditional Vitamin C Serums.
C³ Lipid Elixir contains Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate to fight the visible signs of skin aging, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as even out the skin's tone, and brighten the skin’s complexion. This super lightweight, non-irritating, and easily absorbed formulation is 100% stable. It doesn’t break down over time like some vitamin C serums and remains as effective as the day you open it. C³ Lipid Elixir quickly and effectively protects the skin against the harmful free radicals found in the food we eat, the medicines we take, the air we breathe, and the water we drink.
How does it work? Just above the deepest layers of our skin lies a protective lipid (oil) barrier within the dermis. Traditional L-Ascorbic Acid vitamin C serums are water-soluble, which limits their ability to penetrate this oil-rich environment effectively. Garden of Wisdom’s C³ Lipid Elixir contains Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, a form of Vitamin C that has been modified to be soluble in oil or lipids and enters the skin faster and more profoundly than any other form of vitamin C. With its unique formulation, C³ Lipid Elixir effectively and efficiently boosts and stimulates the skin’s collagen production, an essential protein that gives the skin its youthful firmness and elasticity.
The Science: Vitamin C derivatives need to be converted into L-Ascorbic Acid. It is this L-Ascorbic Acid that fades away age spots, enhances collagen production, and fights free radicals. Studies indicate that Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate not only converts into L-Ascorbic acid but also behaves in a similar way, albeit more quickly and effectively, with significantly better results. With the introduction of Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate suspended in Squalane, a light oil which is easily absorbed into the skin, Garden of Wisdom's C³ Lipid Elixir can provide all these benefits faster than other Vitamin C serums.
The Summary: C³ Lipid Elixir is the gold standard of Vitamin C. Its unique formulation provides potent antioxidant protection by destroying free radicals that cause premature ageing of the skin. Traditional Vitamin C serums are unable to penetrate deep into the skin’s dermis, making them less effective at boosting collagen production. In addition, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate will also stimulate your skin’s production of hyaluronic acid – helping to hydrate and plump skin cells and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles - resulting in a more youthful looking complexion.
Suitability: C³ Lipid Elixir is stable, safe, effective, and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, providing a potent blast of Vitamin C to your skin without any irritation. Like all Garden of Wisdom serums, this Vitamin C serum is clean, non-toxic, free from alcohol and silicones.
YES, this is the Original C-Deep Vitamin C Serum!
Directions: Apply 1 to 2 pumps of C³ Lipid Elixir to your face and neck. Use AM and PM after cleansing. Leave to absorb before applying other oil-based serums or moisturizers. If using water-based serums then apply C³ Lipid Elixir after their use.
Shelf Life and Storage Information for Our Products and Ingredients
Finished Products - generally don't need to be refrigerated as they are preserved, but you can refrigerate them to extend their shelf life. The shelf life for most products is 9-12 months. Vitamin C Serum(s) and VitaResurface products should continually be refrigerated to extend their shelf life. Sample Sizes - do have a shorter shelf life (generally 3-6 months), and items in jars can dry up quicker than this if the lid is not tightened well enough (Vitamin C Serums - use within 90 days).
Please Keep Your Products Out of Humidity, Heat, Direct Light and in a Dark Cabinet When Possible
Exfoliating Acid - products have a shelf life of 9-12 months. The only things we don't suggest refrigerating are the Mandelic Acid Serums or Salicylic Acid Serums, as they can crystallize in the refrigerator. If this happens, you can set the product into a hot water bath to see if the crystals will dissolve.
Additional Items That Require Refrigeration and/or Kept in the Dark
Hydrosols and Distillates - remove 1 ounce of hydrosol and add it to a separate, sterilized spray bottle and spritzer. Keep the larger bottle in the refrigerator. Carrier and Exotic Oils - generally refrigerate all carrier oils, although some very rich oils will solidify. This is fine. All you have to do is take the oil out, warm it up at room temperature, and it should liquefy. If not, set the bottle in a hot water bath and occasionally shake the bottle, which will hopefully turn into a liquid. Some oils, like coconut cream and jojoba oil, have a super long shelf life.
Refrigeration of The Following Ingredients is Not Necessary, But it Won't hurt
Essential Oils - essential oils are best stored in a cool, dark place. Co2 Extracts - these should continually be refrigerated. Butters - we suggest refrigerating our "skincare" butters. You can remove what you need and keep the rest in the fridge. Clays - keep in a dry, dark place. Shelf life is at least 2 years. Herbs All herbs <i>(whole or ground)</i> should be kept in a dark, cool, and dry location. Herbal (liquid) Extracts are created using grain alcohol. The alcohol pulls the constituents (properties) from each herb, root, trunk, leaf, and flower. They have a shelf life of 3-5 years. They can be stored in the refrigerator or a dark, dry place. Other Raw Ingredients - such as Sodium PCA, Honeyquat, Oat Beta Glucan, etc., will all have different shelf lives.
I've never not loved Garden of Wisdom products 100%, and this is no exception... I alternate the C3 Elixir with other GoW products (the C3 does great on off-days that I don't use peptides), and it's been a great addition to my skin's arsenal. Some products can be drying or irritating to my skin but this isn't, at all!
I have to say... Markey and the entire team at Garden of Wisdom is a blessing. They do what they do out of a passion for helping people, and crafting high-quality, clean and safe products, at an affordable price - along with the utmost customer service (and I love the little hand-written notes I get with each order :)
Thank you, Markey, Leah, Jen, and the rest of your awesome team. xo
Jamie •ᴗ•
Thank you so much for sharing this. It means more than you know. We pour so much care into every formula, and hearing that the C³ Lipid Elixir is fitting so comfortably into your routine truly warms our hearts. We’re always mindful of creating products that feel gentle, effective, and trustworthy on the skin, and feedback like yours reminds our whole team why we do what we do.
Your kind words about our little notes and our customer service touched us deeply. From all of us here at Garden of Wisdom, thank you for being part of our community and for letting us support you on your skincare journey.
Your Team @ Garden of Wisdom
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diane eldridge
Does a wonderful job of hydrating and no stinging !
I have found this product to do a wonderful job of hydrating the skin as well as getting the benefits of the vitamin c with no stinging!
Hi Diane 😁
Thank you for this lovely review. I love this C³ Lipid Elixir as well. ❤️
I didn't expect it to feel so nice, and to sink in so nicely. It gives such a lovely, gentle glow. OK, enough about me. Again, thank you for taking the time to write this review.
Markey
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Teresa J
Wonderful product
This is another favorite! Didn't think product was doing much until my husband mentioned that my face looked smoother and more even. He also has started using it now and has gotten many compliments. Doesn't burn or sting like ascorbic acid. I use 3-4 times a week at night only and love that it contains squalane because it gives me a little extra moisture.
Teresa and (hubby)
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review for our C³ Lipid Elixir! We are delighted to hear that you and your husband have both noticed positive results from using our product. We pride ourselves on using gentle and effective ingredients, such as squalane, to provide skin conditioning and improve skin texture. Thank you for choosing our product and we hope it continues to exceed your expectations.
Have a wonderful day!
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Colleen Gilmour
Nice!
I have never been able to use vitamin C of any kind on my face. Not sure what the difference is here but this one works great and doesn't bother me at all! I think it's helping even out my skin tone but I've only been using it maybe a month so far and in my experience you have to give things at least three months to really see results. But so far so good!
Colleen,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear that C³ Lipid Elixir is working well for your skin, especially since Vitamin C products have been tricky for you in the past. This formula was designed to be gentle yet effective, and it’s so encouraging to hear it’s already helping with tone and tolerance. You're absolutely right! Consistent use over a few months really brings out the best in skincare, and we’re excited for what’s ahead for your skin! Keep us posted
Your GOW Team
I’ve been trying many of the cleansers that GOW makes and I love them all, but I think this is my absolute favorite so far. The texture is absolutely luxurious and I love the smell. It’s really gentle on my sensitive skin yet leaves it feeling clean and soft. Thanks for another great product, GOW!
Margie,
This is so lovely to read… thank you
It means a lot, especially knowing you’ve tried so many of our cleansers. We’re really glad this one is standing out for
you… that balance of gentleness, softness, and still feeling clean is exactly what we hope for.
Our best, always your GoW team and Jen, of course ℒ ♡
This product has made the most difference to fine lines and wrinkles of any one product I use, especially in DEEP FROWN LINES IN LOWER FACE - and I use a lot of serums! It is definitely worth the price - the most I've ever spent on any skincare product. After trying the small-sized bottle, I purchased the 4 oz bottle at regular price and bought another bottle two weeks later during GOW's spring sale!
Lyn ... Thank you!
This means so much… truly ❤️
Hearing that it’s making a visible difference, especially in deeper lines, is something we never take lightly. And the fact that you came back for the larger size, and then again during the sale… that kind of trust means everything to us.
Thank you for sharing this so thoughtfully.
Markey, Jen, and our amazing team ͙֒
I’m really loving this hand cream. It’s super luxurious and at the same time not too heavy or thick. It feels greasy at first, which I happen to like because my skin is really dry, but then it absorbs quickly.
Hi Margie!
This is such a good description
That “rich at first but absorbs quickly” feeling is exactly the sweet spot… I’m so glad your skin is loving it.
NOTE: My skin loves it too. My hands are about to turn 70 (nothing else, of course), and this is very comforting.
Thank you for being a lovely customer and friend.
Your GoW Team
I’ve been trying many of the cleansers that GOW makes and I love them all, but I think this is my absolute favorite so far. The texture is absolutely luxurious and I love the smell. It’s really gentle on my sensitive skin yet leaves it feeling clean and soft. Thanks for another great product, GOW!
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Lyn
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