Ferulic is good for normal/dry or sensitive skin and lipid replenishment.
Phloretin is good for normal/oily or problematic skin and hyperpigmentation

If you have sensitive skin, get the C E Ferulic. The Ploretin contains lighteners that can be irritating.

I have used both. I get more hydration out of the CE ferulic and I too have normal to dry skin.

fine lines, yes. it is suppose to build collagen making improvements in fine lines. i have noticed a slight improvement in only 2 weeks.

No topical product can get rid of saggy skin and deep wrinkles. This product , along with use of RetinA will make skin brighter and clearer -looking and seems to maintain collagen for a slightly plumper look to the skin.

It's not too early for vitamin C.

Good for you for being proactive about your skincare!!! I also grew up in a very sunny climate (Honolulu) and have always been concerned about prevention! (I just got asked to see an id card when buying wine and I just turned 42!! In the US you have to be over 21.) I think this could fit in really well with your current skincare regimen, as this product is used in the mornings. Also, since antioxidants destroy free-radicals, a cause of premature aging, this would be great for someone your age. Personally, I have never had any success with coffeeberry formulations and prefer this product. As you get older, you might want to think about adding prescription vitamin A. Sorry about the overly verbose response. Good luck!!

B5 is only moisturizer enhancer and is supposed to be used with either CE Ferulic or Phloretin C F. The Ferulic is an antioxidant serum that improves and corrects skin.

I am using the Hydra B5 gel and am very happy.

I researched for good ingredients before and then had to up the anti when i became pregnant....I am now breastfeeding and the only product that I found not to have red flags is Priori Coffeeberry. I use the Brightening Facial Complex for the sunspots I had before....the melasma that has mostly faded since delivery and prevention! Good luck :)

Use Ferulic am and Regulator pm (thats how it works for me)

I've read that the reason this product is superior to other vitamin C boosters is that it's carefully formulated to actually penetrate skin cells, and applying it to damp skin will probably decrease the effectiveness. I would recommend that you apply the CE Ferulic to a dry face but follow it about 10-15 minutes later with the hydrating B5 gel, and then apply your regular daytime moisturizer/sunscreen. That gives the Vitamin C time to absorb, and the B5 gel enhances the effectiveness of your regular moisturizer. (I know I sound like a sales rep, but I'm speaking from my own experience after using these 2 products together for a few years.)

ofcourse, no harmfull ingredients in this product! In matter of fact, it even might help fight against melasma!

Retin A would be great to use at night, especially since you have oily skin anyway - this needs a prescription from a dermatologist but it's well worth it since you would be able to tolerate the high level in the prescription product. OTC brands have low levels of retinoids that are not nearly as effective