Environ Youth EssentiA® Vita-Peptide C-Quence Serum 1

Environ Youth EssentiA Vita-Peptide C-Quence Serum 1 is the introductory level of the Youth EssentiA STEP-UP SYSTEM, a lightweight 35 ml serum with a conservative concentration of vitamin A (retinyl propionate) plus vitamin C, vitamin E, the Matrixyl 3000 and Dermaxyl peptide complexes and antioxidants. It is made for first-time Environ users or people moving over from Skin EssentiA who want to start on vitamin A gently.

All skin types, and Environ highlights aging, sun-damaged, dull, uneven or mature skin with early fine lines, dehydration, uneven tone or loss of radiance. Normal, combination, dry and oily skin are all tagged. Because it is the lowest step, it is the right starting point if you have never used vitamin A. If you are already comfortable on Serum 1, you move up rather than staying here.

Pre-cleanse, cleanse and tone with your preferred Environ products, then apply Vita-Peptide C-Quence Serum 1 evenly to the face and neck. Environ directs you to use it morning and evening. It absorbs quickly and can be followed by your Environ moisturiser if you use one. Environ does not state a pump count, so use enough to cover the face and neck in a thin, even layer.

Environ does not publish a per-application amount, so there is no official duration; a 35 ml bottle applied twice daily typically lasts a few months. The purpose of Serum 1 is to condition your skin to vitamin A with minimal irritation, so finish the bottle comfortably before considering Serum 2. Expect comfort first, then smoother texture, hydration and radiance to build with consistent use.

Use it after an Environ cleanser and toner, such as Vita-Peptide Toner, with the Vita-Peptide Eye Gel around the eyes. It replaces the vitamin A moisturiser step in the Youth EssentiA routine, and you can add a Focus Care product like the Vita-Complex Super Moisturiser on top if your skin wants extra comfort. Always finish with sunscreen in the morning.

Do not stack it with another retinol or vitamin A product; Serum 1 already delivers your vitamin A dose, and the whole point of the STEP-UP SYSTEM is to raise that dose gradually. Introduce it on its own, keep exfoliating acids to a few evenings a week if you use them, wear sunscreen daily and reduce frequency if you notice tightness, flaking or redness while your skin adjusts.

They share the same ingredients and the same application. The difference is strength. Serum 1 carries the lowest concentration of vitamins A, C and E and is for first-time Environ users or those moving from Skin EssentiA. Serum 2 is the medium concentration for people who have comfortably completed Serum 1. Both are 35 ml and $230. Start at 1 unless you have already finished it.

You can order Environ Youth EssentiA Vita-Peptide C-Quence Serum 1 (35 ml) from WeDoSkin.ca for $230. WeDoSkin is an authorized Canadian retailer of Environ; authentic, in date stock shipped from our Ontario warehouse, free shipping over $65, 5% cashback, free samples with every order. If you are unsure which step to begin at, contact us before ordering.