SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF Vitamin C Serum for Oily Skin 30ml

$249.00

Silymarin CF® Vitamin C Serum

Advanced antioxidant protection for oily and blemish-prone skin.

Product Overview

Silymarin CF is a breakthrough oil-free vitamin C serum specifically formulated for oily and blemish-prone skin. This potent formula combines 0.5% silymarin (milk thistle extract), 15% pure L-ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 0.5% salicylic acid to target oil oxidation, refine texture, and visibly improve clarity and fine lines.

By preventing the oxidation of sebum—one of the main causes of blemishes—Silymarin CF offers powerful protection against environmental aggressors while promoting clearer, smoother, more radiant skin.

Recommended For

  • Normal skin

  • Oily skin

  • Combination skin

  • Skin discolouration

  • Blemish-prone skin

  • Ageing concerns

Key Benefits

  • Provides advanced antioxidant protection from environmental aggressors

  • Helps prevent oil oxidation that can trigger breakouts

  • Minimises the appearance of pores and refines skin texture

  • Improves skin clarity, radiance, and uneven tone

  • Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

  • Visibly reduces excess oil and shine

Science + Proof

Clinically Proven Results

Silymarin CF has been shown to significantly improve key markers of oily and blemish-prone skin:

  • 27% reduction in blemishes

  • 38% improvement in skin texture

  • 25% improvement in skin clarity

These results demonstrate the serum’s dual action: offering antioxidant protection while visibly improving skin’s appearance and balance.

The Science Behind Silymarin CF

Targeted Antioxidant Protection

While all vitamin C serums offer protection from free radicals, Silymarin CF is specifically designed to combat oil oxidation—a newly recognised contributor to blemish formation. When excess oil oxidises, it creates damaging free radicals that can irritate pores and accelerate signs of ageing. This formula addresses that process at the source.

Regulate Oil and Prevent Breakouts

Silymarin, an antioxidant extracted from milk thistle, helps reduce the oxidative stress caused by sebum buildup. Paired with salicylic acid, this serum helps to regulate oil production, improve skin clarity, and reduce the likelihood of blemishes and visible pores—without drying or stripping the skin.

Ideal Pairing With Aesthetic Treatments

Silymarin CF complements a wide range of professional retexturing treatments such as chemical peels, microneedling, and light therapies. These procedures help reduce sebum production and increase skin turnover—while Silymarin CF enhances results by protecting the skin from oxidative damage and boosting post-treatment clarity.

Silymarin CF® Vitamin C Serum

Advanced antioxidant protection for oily and blemish-prone skin.

Product Overview

Silymarin CF is a breakthrough oil-free vitamin C serum specifically formulated for oily and blemish-prone skin. This potent formula combines 0.5% silymarin (milk thistle extract), 15% pure L-ascorbic acid, 0.5% ferulic acid, and 0.5% salicylic acid to target oil oxidation, refine texture, and visibly improve clarity and fine lines.

By preventing the oxidation of sebum—one of the main causes of blemishes—Silymarin CF offers powerful protection against environmental aggressors while promoting clearer, smoother, more radiant skin.

Recommended For

  • Normal skin

  • Oily skin

  • Combination skin

  • Skin discolouration

  • Blemish-prone skin

  • Ageing concerns

Key Benefits

  • Provides advanced antioxidant protection from environmental aggressors

  • Helps prevent oil oxidation that can trigger breakouts

  • Minimises the appearance of pores and refines skin texture

  • Improves skin clarity, radiance, and uneven tone

  • Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

  • Visibly reduces excess oil and shine

Science + Proof

Clinically Proven Results

Silymarin CF has been shown to significantly improve key markers of oily and blemish-prone skin:

  • 27% reduction in blemishes

  • 38% improvement in skin texture

  • 25% improvement in skin clarity

These results demonstrate the serum’s dual action: offering antioxidant protection while visibly improving skin’s appearance and balance.

The Science Behind Silymarin CF

Targeted Antioxidant Protection

While all vitamin C serums offer protection from free radicals, Silymarin CF is specifically designed to combat oil oxidation—a newly recognised contributor to blemish formation. When excess oil oxidises, it creates damaging free radicals that can irritate pores and accelerate signs of ageing. This formula addresses that process at the source.

Regulate Oil and Prevent Breakouts

Silymarin, an antioxidant extracted from milk thistle, helps reduce the oxidative stress caused by sebum buildup. Paired with salicylic acid, this serum helps to regulate oil production, improve skin clarity, and reduce the likelihood of blemishes and visible pores—without drying or stripping the skin.

Ideal Pairing With Aesthetic Treatments

Silymarin CF complements a wide range of professional retexturing treatments such as chemical peels, microneedling, and light therapies. These procedures help reduce sebum production and increase skin turnover—while Silymarin CF enhances results by protecting the skin from oxidative damage and boosting post-treatment clarity.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

1. Prep + Dispense

Each morning, after cleansing and toning, apply 4–5 drops of Silymarin CF to clean, dry skin on the face, neck, and chest. Gently press the serum into the skin, allowing it to absorb fully before layering any additional skincare products.

With consistent daily use, one bottle typically lasts 3 to 4 months.

Individual results may vary based on usage frequency and the amount applied per use.

2. Apply + Complete

Follow with a broad-spectrum SkinCeuticals sunscreen as the final step in your morning routine. When used together, SkinCeuticals antioxidants and sunscreens work synergistically to provide comprehensive protection against visible signs of ageing caused by environmental aggressors such as pollution, UV radiation, and free radicals.

INGREDIENTS

Key Active Ingredients

  • 15% L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

    A highly potent form of pure vitamin C, L-ascorbic acid is celebrated for its superior antioxidant performance. It helps to neutralise damaging free radicals, protect against oxidative stress, and visibly improve the appearance of fine lines, uneven tone, and dullness.

  • 0.5% Silymarin

    A powerful plant-based antioxidant derived from the milk thistle plant (Silybum marianum), silymarin helps to prevent oil oxidation, a known trigger for blemishes and oxidative stress in oily skin.

  • 0.5% Ferulic Acid

    A stabilising, plant-derived antioxidant that enhances the efficacy of vitamins C and E. Ferulic acid boosts the skin’s environmental defences by neutralising free radicals caused by UV radiation and pollution.

  • 0.5% Salicylic Acid

    A beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that deeply exfoliates the skin, helps to unclog pores, refine skin texture, and reduce the formation of blemishes, making it ideal for oily and acne-prone skin types.

Formulation Features

Silymarin CF is developed specifically for oily and blemish-prone skin, with a clean and breathable texture that won’t clog pores. It is:

  • Oil-Free

  • Paraben-Free

  • Silicone-Free

  • Dye-Free

This carefully designed formula offers targeted antioxidant protection without weighing down the skin or disrupting its balance.

Full Ingredient List

Aqua / Water / Eau, Alcohol Denat., Ascorbic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Laureth-23, Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Sodium Citrate, Salicylic Acid, Ferulic Acid

Please Note

Ingredient lists are reviewed and updated regularly to reflect the latest research. Always refer to the ingredient label on your product’s packaging for the most accurate and up-to-date information, especially if you have allergies or sensitivities.