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    Vitamin C + Antioxidant Day Preventive Treatment

    Vitamin C + Antioxidant Day Preventive Treatment

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    Vitamin C & Antioxidant Serum that prevents and repairs free radical damage.

    This dermatologist-developed serum is the ultimate defender against daily free-radicals, powered by advanced antioxidants that help prevent, correct and reverse the visible damage caused by UV, pollution, blue light and stress. 

    Dermatologist-Developed with Ingredient Integrity™ 
    Bioactive Ingredients | Effectively Dosed Actives | No Common Irritants | No Hormone Disruptors or Carcinogens | Biodegradable Ingredients | Sustainably Minded

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    Benefits

    • Brightens & Evens Tone
    • Calms Inflammation
    • Reduces Fine Lines & Wrinkles 
    • Stimulates Collagen

    Dermatologist-formulated with bioactive ingredients that work with the skin’s biology - including a highly effective, well-tolerated 10% Vitamin C and next-generation antioxidants - it protects the skin before, during, and after exposure to aging free radicals. 

    The result: reduced redness and inflammation, improved tone and brightness, enhanced collagen production, and visibly fewer fine lines and wrinkles. This lightweight, fragrance-free formula is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive, and mitigates the effects of sunburn, too.

    How To Use

    In the morning, after rinsing your face and patting dry, apply 1-2 pumps to the face, neck, chest, and back of hands. Follow with our Face Lotion or Face Cream and sunscreen.

    Do not over apply and do not use it when skin is irritated. Once skin is healthy, it can slowly be reintroduced into your routine.

    Awards

    Cosmopolitan - Holy Grail Beauty Award: Best Dermatologist Skincare Brand

    Oprah Daily's Best Vitamin C Serums

    Blue Print - Blue Ribbon Award: Best Men's Grooming Products of All Time

    Cosmopolitan - Acne Award 2023

    Harper's Bazaar - Best Vitamin C Serums 2024

    Doctor Rogers Skin Care meets the highest standards for:
    Credo Clean Standard | National Eczema Association | Sorette Approval for Motherhood | PETA Vegan and Cruelty Free | Yuka

    Full Ingredient List

    Key Bioactive Ingredients:

    Vitamin C (Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, or THD): THD is a stable and well-tolerated form of Vitamin C that actively absorbs free radicals during exposure to guard against the aging process, while evening skin tone and assisting collagen production. Effectively dosed at 10%.

    Acetyl Zingerone: A powerful, ginger-derived bioactive antioxidant and anti-inflammatory ingredient that is able to reverse damage after exposure to free radicals. It also stimulates collagen retention and production, controls redness and improves the effectiveness of Vitamin C. Effectively dosed at 1%.

    Bis (Cyano Butylacetate) Anthracenediylidene: A next-generation protective antioxidant that prevents free radical formation, protecting our skin and collagen from damage. Effectively dosed at 0.5%.

    Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate): A small-molecule and biocompatible form of hyaluronic acid that pulls water deep into the skin to boost hydration, smooth fine lines, calm irritation, and strengthen the barrier. 

    Our commitment to transparency means we disclose all ingredients we use.

    Complete Ingredient List: Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Squalane, Glycerin, Bis(Cyano Butylacetate) Anthracenediylidene, Acetyl Zingerone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Allantoin, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Tocopheryl Acetate, C9-12 Alkane, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid

    Please note: the color of this product may change from milky white to light amber over time but the product remains effective and safe to use.

    All Doctor Rogers products are formulated without Fragrance and essential oils, Formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, Sulfates (SLS / SLES), Phthalates, Parabens, PEGs (polyethylene glycols), Silicones, Mineral oil and petrolatum, Microplastics.

    Packaging Sustainability

    We meet the most rigorous sustainability standards in the industry, which is demonstrated by full compliance with the Credo Clean Standard for ingredients, testing, claims and packaging. We prioritize recycled content in packaging and using materials that can be recycled again. We continuously update our packaging to minimize waste and the use of virgin plastic.

    Box: Forest Stewardship Council certified paper stock; recycle

    Bottle: Glass; reusable

    Pump and Cap: reusable

    Refill Cartridge and Cap: PP, 50% PCR, wash and recycle

    Ready to refill? This bottle is compatible with our refill cartridge.

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    Woman age 30 - 50 who participated in Doctor Rogers Advance Duo Treatment Study displaying side profile of face before starting treatments
    Woman age 30 - 50 who participated in Doctor Rogers Advance Duo Treatment Study displaying side profile of face after using Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment and Night Repair Treatment displaying improved skin tone, reduced wrinkles and minimized fine lines.
    Woman age 30 - 50 who participated in Doctor Rogers Advance Duo Treatment Study displaying side profile of face before starting treatments.
    Woman age 30 - 50 who participated in Doctor Rogers Advance Duo Treatment Study displaying side profile of face after using Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment and Night Repair Treatment displaying improved skin tone, reduced wrinkles and minimized fine lines.
    Woman age 35 - 50 who participated in Doctor Rogers Advance Duo Treatment Study displaying side profile of face before starting treatments.
    Woman age 35 - 50 who participated in Doctor Rogers Advance Duo Treatment Study displaying side profile of face after using Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment and Night Repair Treatment displaying improved skin tone, reduced wrinkles and minimized fine lines.

    Before

    After

    Real Results

    After 4 weeks of using the Day Preventive and Night Repair Treatments*

    100% agree skin looks brighter & more radiant

    100% agree skin texture has improved

    100% agree redness appears reduced

    90% agree fine lines appear reduced

    90% agree best results achieved from skincare

    *Consumer perception study of 10 participants over 28 days using Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment, Night Repair Treatment, Face Wash and Face Cream.

    • Woman age 30 - 50 who participated in Doctor Rogers Advance Duo Treatment Study using Doctor Rogers Daytime Preventive Serum to slow aging by protecting skin against sun damage and Doctor Rogers Night Repair Treatment Serum to reduce wrinkles, smooth fine lines and renew aging skin.

      Jill

    • Woman age 30 - 50 who participated in Doctor Rogers Advance Duo Treatment Study using Doctor Rogers Daytime Preventive Serum to slow aging by protecting skin against sun damage and Doctor Rogers Night Repair Treatment Serum to reduce wrinkles, smooth fine lines and renew aging skin.

      Lisa

    • Woman age 35 - 50 who participated in Doctor Rogers Advance Duo Treatment Study using Doctor Rogers Daytime Preventive Serum to slow aging by protecting skin against sun damage and Doctor Rogers Night Repair Treatment Serum to reduce wrinkles, smooth fine lines and renew aging skin.

      Ginger

    Key Bioactive Ingredients

    • Bis (Cyano Butylacetate) Anthracenediylidene

      A proactive antioxidant that PREVENTS free radical formation, protecting our skin and collagen from damage.

      We use .5%.

    • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C)

      An oil-soluble form of Vitamin C that actively absorbs free radicals DURING exposure so our skin does not have too, preventing the aging process. This form of vitamin C penetrates skin well without irritation, evens skin tone and is a required cofactor for collagen production. 

      We use 10%.


    • Acetyl Zingerone

      A powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory ingredient that is able to reverse damage AFTER exposure to free radicals. It also stimulates collagen retention and production, controls redness and improves the effectiveness of vitamin C.

      We use 1%.

    • Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)

      A more bioavailable form of hyaluronic acid, its small size pulls water deep into the skin to boost hydration, smooth fine lines, and strengthen the barrier. It also has anti-inflammatory properties to calm irritation.

    FAQs

    Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment is a vitamin C and antioxidant serum that defends your skin against the daily environmental stressors that cause premature aging. It protects against damage from UV exposure, air pollution, blue light from screens, and stress-related free radicals. What makes this serum different from standard vitamin C products is its three-phase approach: it prevents free radical formation before exposure (using Bis(Cyano Butylacetate) Anthracenediylidene, effectively dosed at 0.5%), absorbs free radicals during exposure (using 10% THD Vitamin C), and reverses damage after exposure (using 1% Acetyl Zingerone). The result is reduced redness and inflammation, improved tone and brightness, enhanced collagen production, and visibly fewer fine lines. Formulated by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Heather D. Rogers, this lightweight, fragrance-free formula is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Apply every morning underneath moisturizer and SPF for comprehensive daytime protection.
    Three things set Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment apart from other vitamin C serums on the market. First, the form of vitamin C: it uses Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (THD) at 10%, a stable, oil-soluble vitamin C derivative that penetrates deeply into skin without requiring the low, acidic pH that makes L-ascorbic acid serums sting and irritate. THD is widely recognized by dermatologists as the most well-tolerated form of vitamin C for sensitive skin. Second, the antioxidant system goes beyond vitamin C alone. Acetyl Zingerone (a ginger-derived compound at 1%) actually reverses free radical damage after it occurs, and a next-generation antioxidant prevents free radical formation before exposure. No other vitamin C serum we have found offers this before/during/after protection framework. Third, transparency: every active ingredient is listed with its exact concentration, so you know what you are getting. Many competitors list impressive-sounding ingredients without disclosing whether they are present at effective doses. Doctor Rogers calls this Ingredient Integrity.
    Most people notice brighter, more even-looking skin within the first one to two weeks of consistent morning use. This initial brightness comes from vitamin C's ability to inhibit melanin production and reduce surface-level dullness. More significant improvements in fine lines, dark spots, collagen firmness, and overall skin radiance typically develop over four to eight weeks. The before-and-after photos show 30-day results from consistent daily use. Because Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment serum works on both prevention (blocking new damage from forming) and correction (reversing existing damage), results compound over time. The longer you use it, the more your skin benefits from the cumulative protective effect. For best results, pair with sunscreen every morning, which enhances the serum's UV-protective benefits.
    Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment was specifically formulated to deliver vitamin C's full benefits without the irritation that makes many people give up on vitamin C serums entirely. The key is the form of vitamin C used: THD ascorbate works without the acidic pH that causes L-ascorbic acid serums to sting and burn on contact. The formula is also completely free of fragrance, essential oils, sulfates, parabens, silicones, and other common irritants. It has earned the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance, meaning it has been independently evaluated and approved for use on eczema-prone and sensitive skin.
    Yes. Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment carries Sorette Approval for Motherhood, a third-party certification confirming it is suitable for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. This is especially relevant because many women eliminate retinol from their routine during pregnancy (as recommended) and need a well-tolerated, effective anti-aging alternative. Vitamin C in the THD form used here is generally considered safe during pregnancy by dermatologists, and the formula contains no retinoids, chemical sunscreens, phthalates, parabens, or other ingredients commonly flagged during pregnancy. If you are building a pregnancy-safe skincare routine, Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment can serve as your primary anti-aging and protective serum in the morning, paired with Doctor Rogers Face Cream and a sunscreen. As always, discuss specific skincare questions with your OB-GYN or dermatologist.
    Apply Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment every morning as the second step in your daytime routine, after cleansing and before moisturizer and sunscreen. Dispense one to two pumps and apply to your face, neck, and chest. It is even safe to use around your eyes, just make sure to follow up with a moisturizer. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly and layers well under moisturizer and sunscreen without pilling. The recommended Doctor Rogers morning routine is: 1. Splash face with water or use a gentle cleanser if needed (optional, especially for oily or combination skin). 2. Apply Day Preventive Treatment. 3. Apply Face Cream or Face Lotion. 4. Apply SPF. Morning application is specifically recommended because vitamin C provides antioxidant protection against environmental damage you encounter throughout the day, and it has been shown to enhance sunscreen's UV-protective effects when layered underneath. You do not need to use this serum at night, as its primary function is daytime defense. For nighttime anti-aging, Doctor Rogers offers the Night Repair Treatment, which focuses on cell turnover and collagen building while you sleep.
    Yes, Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment can be used alongside retinol and other active ingredients by separating them by time of day. Use Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment in the morning for antioxidant protection and your retinol or night treatment in the evening for cell turnover. Vitamin C in the morning protects your skin from daily environmental damage, while retinoids at night promote cell renewal and collagen production. The two complement each other without conflicting. Within the Doctor Rogers routine, Day Preventive Treatment is designed to pair with Night Repair Treatment (a bakuchiol and glycolic acid formula that serves as a well-tolerated retinol alternative). You can also use it alongside prescription tretinoin or over-the-counter retinol at night. Day Preventive Treatment is also compatible with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and peptide-based serums, making it easy to layer into most existing routines. Do not layer vitamin C directly with strong AHA/BHA exfoliants in the same application, as this can cause irritation. Separate them by morning versus night.
    All skin types, including sensitive skin can use Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment. It has earned the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance, meaning it has been independently evaluated and approved for use on eczema-prone and sensitive skin. The lightweight, fragrance-free formula absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy or heavy residue, making it suitable for oily and combination skin as well as dry skin. For dry skin, follow with Face Cream for added hydration. For oily or combination skin, Face Lotion provides a lighter moisturizing layer on top. In a Doctor Rogers consumer study, respondents identified their top skin types as sensitive (33.9%), dry (31.5%), and combination (30.7%), and this serum was formulated to work effectively for all of them. Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment has also won a Cosmopolitan Acne Award, making it suitable for acne-prone skin as well.
    Yes, Doctor Rogers Day Preventive is formulated with sensitive skin in mind. For rosacea specifically, the formula offers two advantages: the THD form of vitamin C does not cause the stinging or redness that L-ascorbic acid triggers in reactive skin, and Acetyl Zingerone provides anti-inflammatory benefits that actively calm redness. THD delivers the same antioxidant and brightening benefits through a completely different delivery mechanism that is gentle on compromised skin. The formula is also free of all common rosacea triggers, including fragrance, essential oils, drying alcohols, and chemical sunscreen ingredients. It has earned the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance, meaning it has been independently evaluated and approved for use on eczema-prone and sensitive skin.
    Your initial purchase of Day Preventive Treatment ($118) includes a reusable glass outer bottle, reusable pump, reusable cap, and a product cartridge. When you finish the product, you can purchase a refill cartridge ($108) that slides into the existing glass bottle, reusing the outer packaging, pump, and cap. This saves $10 per refill compared to the initial purchase and significantly reduces the materials that go into each repurchase. The glass outer bottle, pump, and cap are all designed for long-term reuse. The refill cartridge itself is recyclable. Doctor Rogers Day Preventive Treatment was formulated by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Heather D. Rogers, whose commitment to ingredient integrity and sustainability is reflected in every aspect of the product, including its packaging.

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