Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester CCC+ Ferulic Brightening Under-Eye Cream for combination skin
Ascorbic Acid Ester
Ferulic Acid
Peptides
Avocado Oil
Squalene
Average
- SuperiorCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
Works for combination skin; other eye cares fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate brightening and smoothing for your combination skin, as 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and Ferulic Acid provide antioxidant and skin-brightening functions that support collagen synthesis.
- While the formula offers general hydration and antioxidant protection, it does not specifically target your oily shine concerns.
- The product is safe for your combination skin, with Tocopherol and Squalene providing soothing benefits and no harsh ingredients.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 1.6k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users frequently praise this eye cream for its ability to brighten the under-eye area and reduce the appearance of dark circles, specifically targeting brown, blue, and red discoloration. Many find it lightweight and effective for puffiness, though some users with sensitive or dry skin reported irritation and insufficient hydration.
Highlights
Brightens eyes Mostly Mentioned
- “noticeably brightened my skin”
- “looks a lot brighter”
- “so brightening”
- “refreshed and brightened”
Lightweight formula Often Mentioned
- “absorbs very fast”
- “light and absorbs quickly”
- “fast-absorbing”
- “sinks in beautifully”
Reduces dark circles Often Mentioned
- “dark circles are less noticeable”
- “lighten my under eye dark circles”
- “diminishes appearance of dark circles”
- “faded dark circles”
Reduces puffiness Sometimes Noted
- “makes my under eye less puffy”
- “minimizes puffiness”
- “puff-free”
- “bags are firmer”
Smooths texture Sometimes Noted
- “improves skin texture”
- “leaving my eye area smooth”
- “crepey skin looks better”
- “firming effect”
Expensive price Sometimes Noted
- “too expensive”
- “high price tag”
- “pricey for the amount”
- “investment skincare”
Causes irritation Rarely Noted
- “horrible reaction”
- “burning sensation”
- “irritated my skin”
- “caused redness”
No results Rarely Noted
- “disappointing results”
- “didn't notice a difference”
- “no change in circles”
- “waste of money”
Not hydrating Rarely Noted
- “dried my skin out”
- “doesn't hydrate as much”
- “not moisturizing enough”
- “emphasized dryness”
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Questions and answers
How well does Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester CCC+ Ferulic Brightening Under-Eye Cream work for combination skin?
This eye cream works moderately well for combination skin by offering brightening and smoothing benefits, but it does not specifically target oily shine concerns. An eye care product for this skin type needs safe, non-irritating ingredients that hydrate dry areas while also balancing oil production.
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for combination skin?
The 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid, ferulic acid, squalene, and avocado oil make this cream a good fit for combination skin by providing brightening and soothing hydration. To be a top fit for this skin type, a product of this type needs ingredients that also balance oil production and specifically target oily shine.
What does Ascorbic Acid do for combination skin?
Ascorbic acid helps brighten dark spots and protect combination skin from daily environmental damage. It also provides antioxidant support, which may help keep the skin looking even and healthy.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2024Acta Dermato-venereologica, 1996
What does Ferulic Acid do for combination skin?
Ferulic acid helps protect combination skin from sun damage and everyday environmental stress while boosting the performance of vitamins C and E. For combination skin to get the best results, this ingredient needs to be paired with antioxidants and lightweight hydrators that balance oil and dry areas without clogging pores.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2008Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This eye cream goes on after your cleanser and toner, and before your moisturizer, morning and night. While it offers moderate brightening and smoothing, combination skin also needs oil-controlling ingredients and lightweight hydration to fully address shine.
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this eye cream with retinol by applying the retinol first, letting it absorb, and then following with the cream to keep your skin calm and hydrated. This eye cream needs added balancing and oil-control ingredients to properly address oily shine concerns for combination skin.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this eye cream daily as part of your regular morning and evening routine, as it is safe for your combination skin. It provides moderate brightening and smoothing, but because it does not target oily shine, combination skin needs an eye care product that also includes oil-balancing ingredients like niacinamide or lightweight balancing hydrators.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This eye cream is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on combination skin, as it has a safe formula with soothing ingredients like squalene. However, because it does not specifically target oily shine concerns, combination skin prone to breakouts often needs lightweight, oil-balancing ingredients that help control excess sebum.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
A multi-component dissolving microneedle patch loaded with glabridin, 3-O-ethyl-L-ascorbic acid, and tranexamic acid effectively reduced chloasma and age spots while demonstrating safety in clinical evaluation, alongside significant antioxidant, anti-tyrosinase, and melanin-reduction effects in vitro and in vivo.
Polymers, 2023Combining fractional microneedle radiofrequency with a topical antioxidant serum significantly reduced wrinkle severity by 29.9% versus 18.0%, increased elasticity by 12.9% versus 2.3%, and improved aesthetic outcomes in 31 participants compared to radiofrequency and placebo.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2025Squalene exhibits advantages for the skin as an emollient, antioxidant, hydrating agent, and antitumor substance based on in vitro and in vivo models.
Molecules, 2009Topical application of a vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate significantly increased epidermal thickness, type III collagen production, and glycosaminoglycans production in human skin explants compared to free vitamin C and vitamin C-palmitate.
Scientific Reports, 2020Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Treatment with 14% ferulic acid and 12% l-ascorbic acid significantly reduced pigmentation and erythema while improving hydration and elasticity in 20 women with photoaged skin, with neither acid proving definitively more effective overall though ascorbic acid showed slightly greater skin lightening.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022Pretreatment with a topical antioxidant mixture of vitamin C, ferulic acid, and phloretin attenuated ultraviolet-induced sunburn cell formation, thymine dimer formation, matrix metalloproteinase-9 expression, p53 protein expression, and the suppression of CD1a-expressing Langerhans cells in human skin compared to vehicle control.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008Topical ferulic acid-containing formulations effectively reduce skin erythema, hyperpigmentation, and signs of aging in adults compared to baseline or alternative conditions.
The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2025Topical cream containing saffron extract and avocado oil improved wrinkle grading, reduced nasolabial fold area and volume, and increased skin elasticity in twenty healthy volunteers over 12 weeks without allergic reactions.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Topical treatment with SSFAO 50% or avocado oil increased wound contraction, reepithelialization, collagen density, and tensile strength while showing anti-inflammatory activity compared to petroleum jelly in rats.
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2013A single use of an alpha-tocopherol-enriched rinse-off product strongly increases alpha-tocopherol levels in skin barrier lipids maintained for at least 24 hours and significantly inhibits squalene photooxidation in human volunteers compared to a control product.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2005The investigated actives incorporated into alkyl polyglucoside emulsifier-stabilized creams showed no skin irritation and provided increased skin hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss in 76 healthy volunteers.
Vojnosanitetski Pregled, 2016Topical treatment with a mixed RetinSphere - vitamin E formulation significantly decreased lipid peroxidation levels and oxidized squalene percentage, reduced interleukin-1α concentration in lesional areas, and led to clinical improvement in 18 patients with mild comedonal acne.
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2014
Ingredients
Water, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Persea Gratissima Oil Avocado Oil, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Sodium Tocopheryl Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Lecithin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid, Escin, Ferulic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Metabisulfite, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Citric Acid, Astaxanthin Extract, Tocopherol, Phytic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Potassium Sorbate, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Beta-Sitosterol, Squalene
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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