What makes this product unique?
RESIST Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum utilizes an innovative blend of ingredients that research has proven aging skin needs to look younger and feel its healthy best. Stabilized Vitamin C plus potent antioxidants in a silky base join ingredients that repair damaged cells and rebuild skin's protective barrier so it functions optimally. This state-of-the-art serum efficiently addresses multiple issues that cause skin to look wrinkled while reducing inflammation and the visible effects of sun damage.
This product is 100% fragrance- and colorant-free.
Who is this product for?
RESIST Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum works great on all skin types concerned with reducing signs of aging. It is especially suitable for normal to dry or combination skin types.
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LAURA R.
Reviewed on Sunday, May 19, 2013
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Unimpressed
Reviewed on Tuesday, May 07, 2013
Feels like putting thick cooking oil on my face
Customer Service Response
Replied on: Thursday, May 09, 2013
Thank you for your review, and we're sorry your experience wasn't what you had hoped! We would recommend contacting our Customer Care Department via phone or email. They will be happy to discuss your routine and the possible reasons for your experience. They can assist with a credit or exchange, too.
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Jennie F.
Reviewed on Monday, May 06, 2013
Superior anti-oxidant ingredients, BUT...
Customer Service Response
Replied on: Tuesday, May 07, 2013
Thank you for your review! Texture is such a subjective preference, but we certainly understand your desire for a different consistency. Creams would be tough for formulary reasons, but a water/silicone blend is a great alternative. Consider our RESIST Ultra Light Super-Antioxidant (water-like), or our RESIST Pure Radiance, which is more of a cream consistency yet just as "super-charged" with antioxidants!
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Kathy W.
Reviewed on Friday, April 26, 2013
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Geeta,S
Reviewed on Saturday, April 20, 2013
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Betsie
Reviewed on Sunday, April 14, 2013
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Joni
Reviewed on Thursday, April 04, 2013
Good but I prefer the other PC serum...
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Katya
Reviewed on Wednesday, April 03, 2013
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Sara F
Reviewed on Tuesday, April 02, 2013
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Laura C.
Reviewed on Tuesday, April 02, 2013
Made me break out
Customer Service Response
Replied on: Friday, April 05, 2013
We're sorry this didn't work out for you! It is always tough when a product isn't a fit, but we can certainly help with a refund or exchange (just contact our Customer Care Department).
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Nathan R
Reviewed on Monday, April 01, 2013
A Tried and True Classic!
Customer Service Response
Replied on: Friday, April 05, 2013
We're glad you think so! Thank you for the fab review. :)
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KEILI T.
Reviewed on Saturday, March 30, 2013
I prefer Skin Recovery Serum
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LYNSEY F.
Reviewed on Thursday, March 14, 2013
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Tara
Reviewed on Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Not as good as I had hoped
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shanan v.
Reviewed on Sunday, March 10, 2013
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charmaine d.
Reviewed on Friday, March 08, 2013
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Melissa
Reviewed on Friday, March 08, 2013
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Catherine B
Reviewed on Thursday, February 28, 2013
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Tabi
Reviewed on Saturday, February 09, 2013
My Favorite Part of the Resist Line
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cgerner
Reviewed on Friday, February 01, 2013
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Lois
Reviewed on Monday, January 21, 2013
Surprising dermatologist comment
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ANDREW
Reviewed on Sunday, January 13, 2013
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Karen
Reviewed on Sunday, January 13, 2013
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ALICJA
Reviewed on Tuesday, January 08, 2013
it is a good product and it works
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Shabby Becky
Reviewed on Saturday, December 29, 2012
Sources to support the claims made for RESIST Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum
Cell Biology and Toxicology, March 2009, Epublication; Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, September 2007, pages 183–188; Dermatologic Therapy, September-October 2007, pages 314-321; Biomedicine and Pharmacotherapy, September 2006, pages 453–457; Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, March 2006, pages 30–38; Toxicology, January 2006, pages 213-220; Cutis, December 2005, Supplemental, pages 7–12; International Journal of Toxicology, volume 24, supplement 2, 2005, pages 51-111; Biofactors, November 2005, pages 179–185; International Journal of Immunopathology and Pharmacology, July-September 2005, pages 497-502; Experimental Dermatology, September 2005, pages 684-691; and June 2003, pages 237-244; Dermatologic Surgery, July 2005, pages 814-817; International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, July 2005, pages 116-119; American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, June 2005, pages 215–223; Journal of Cosmetic Science, September–October 2004, pages 473–479; International Journal of Dermatology, August 2004, pages 604-607; Biofactors, 2003, pages 289–297; Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, volume 5, issue 2m, March-April 2003, pages m145-m149; Cosmetics & Toiletries, June 2002, pages 45–50; Free Radical Research, March 2002, pages 329–340; Free Radical Biology and Medicine, February 2001, pages 393–402; International Journal of Pharmaceutics, April 10, 2000, pages 39–47; Anticancer Research, September–October 1999, pages 3769–3774; and Nutrition and Cancer, February 1998, pages 81–85; and Biochemical Pharmacology, August 1996, pages 627–633.
Key Ingredients:
glutathione, epigallocatechin gallate, coenzyme Q10, turmeric, skin-repairing ingredients, thioctic acid, ceramide 3, soy extract, Arctostaphylos uva ursi leaf, ferulic acid, cell-communicating ingredients, tocotrienols, beta-glucan, glycerin, vitamin C, tocopherol, Curcuma longa root, ergothioneine, xanthophyll, vitamin E, palm oil, superoxide dismutase, ubiquinone, palmitoyl tripeptide-5, antioxidant, caffeic acid
Product Ingredients:
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone (silicone slip agents/suspending agents), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (stabilized vitamin C/antioxidant), Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 (cell-communicating ingredient), Ceramide 3 (skin-repairing ingredient), Tocotrienols, Tocopherols (vitamin E/antioxidants), Ubiquinone (coenzyme Q10/antioxidant), Thioctic Acid (alpha lipoic acid/antioxidant), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E/antioxidant), Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (stabilized vitamin C/antioxidant), Ferulic Acid, Caffeic Acid (antioxidants), Beta-Glucan (anti-irritant), Superoxide Dismutase (antioxidant), ), Epigallocatechin Gallate (green tea-derived antioxidant), Ergothioneine (mushroom-derived antioxidant), Glutathione (fruit-derived antioxidant), Xanthophyll (antioxidant pigment), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract (antioxidant), Glycerin (skin-identical ingredient), Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract (anti-inflammatory agent), Lupinus Albus Seed Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract (antioxidants), Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil (emollient), Phenoxyethanol (preservative).
DIRECTIONS: At night, smooth a few drops onto skin after cleansing, toning, and exfoliating. May be applied under or over moisturizer. May be worn under makeup and applied around the eyes. May be used twice per day if desired.
Detailed instructions on how/when to apply your Paula's Choice products can be found in our How to Put Together Your Own Skin-Care Routine article.
Which Paula's Choice serum should I use?
All skin types can use any of our serum and each provides multiple anti-aging benefits, but there are some formulary distinctions that make certain Paula's Choice serums preferred for specific skin types. Here's how they break down:
- RESIST Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum and RESIST Intensive Wrinkle Repair Retinol Serum can be used by all skin types, including sensitive skin. The RESIST Intensive Wrinkle Repair Serum contains the highest amount of retinol.
- Skin Recovery Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum is best for normal to very dry skin because it contains plant oils.
- Skin Balancing Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum is best for normal to oily or combination or breakout-prone skin because it has the lightest texture and weightless finish.
- RESIST Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum is one of two Paula’s Choice serums that does not contain retinol. It's the natural choice for anyone whose skin cannot tolerate retinol.
- RESIST Ultra-Light Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum has the lightest texture of all the RESIST serums and is our only water-based (rather than silicone-based) serum. It does not contain retinol, so is recommended for those whose skin cannot tolerate this ingredient (or it may be used with one of our retinol serums).
At what point after my laser and/or peel procedure can I begin using my serum again?
First, we urge you to follow the post-procedure instructions your doctor or nurse provided. If nothing was mentioned about when to resume use of a serum, please contact the doctor's office where you had the procedure done. Otherwise, our general advice is to begin using your serum again as soon as possible. All of our serums contain skin-repairing, anti-inflammatory, and replenishing ingredients that calm reddened skin and help enhance the healing process. Make sure you're also protecting your "new" skin every day with a product rated SPF 15 or greater.