Schrammek Time Control Serum 30ml

Premium anti-aging serum with vitamin C and Matrixyl 3000

Mature skin requires more than just maintenance. Years of sun exposure, environmental damage, and the natural decline of collagen leave their marks in the form of pigmentation spots, fine lines, a dull complexion, and loss of firmness. At a certain point, the skin needs a concentrated treatment that works on multiple fronts simultaneously.

The Time Control Serum is the top serum within the Dr Schrammek line, developed for demanding and mature skin. The combination of highly dosed, stabilized vitamin C (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate) and the award-winning peptide complex Matrixyl 3000 tackles skin aging from two angles: it stimulates collagen production and reduces pigmentation spots for a visibly more even, youthful complexion. Immediately after application, the skin looks fresher, plumper, and more radiant.

Benefits

• Stimulates collagen production via Matrixyl 3000 for visibly firmer skin contours
• Reduces pigmentation spots and evens skin tone thanks to highly dosed vitamin C
• Protects against oxidative damage through the combination of vitamin C and green tea extract
• Renews the extracellular matrix and connective tissue for a fuller skin texture
• Provides an immediately visible fresh, radiant, and rested skin result

Active ingredients

Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (stabilized vitamin C): A fat-soluble, highly dosed form of vitamin C that is superior to classic ascorbic acid. This stabilized version penetrates deeper into the skin, remains active longer, and does not cause irritation. Vitamin C stimulates collagen production, inhibits melanin formation — which fades pigmentation spots — and restores the skin’s natural glow.

Matrixyl® 3000 (Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 & Tripeptide-1): A patented peptide complex with clinically proven anti-aging effects. The peptides communicate with skin cells and activate the production of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. They also stimulate renewal of the extracellular matrix — the supportive network that gives the skin its firmness and resilience.

Magnolia Bark Extract (Magnolol & Honokiol): A powerful plant antioxidant from the magnolia tree with anti-inflammatory properties. Protects skin cells against oxidative stress and soothes the skin — an important complement to the active ingredients, especially for skin that has become more reactive over the years.

Green tea extract (Camellia Sinensis): Contains polyphenols and catechins, two of the most powerful antioxidants in the plant world. Enhances the effect of vitamin C and protects collagen from enzymatic breakdown. Also reduces redness and promotes a more even skin tone.

Willow bark extract (Salix Alba): A natural source of salicin, the plant equivalent of salicylic acid (BHA). Gently helps remove dead skin cells and promotes even skin renewal without the irritation that synthetic BHAs can cause. Supports the penetration of the other active ingredients.

Chamomile extract (Chamomilla Recutita): A classic soothing ingredient rich in bisabolol. Softens the skin and reduces redness, making the serum suitable for sensitive mature skin that reacts quickly to stronger actives.

Soybean oil (Glycine Soja): Rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids. Nourishes the skin and enhances the effect of vitamin C, as these two antioxidants regenerate each other mutually and therefore remain active longer in the skin.

How to use

1. Thoroughly cleanse the face morning and evening
2. Optionally apply a toner to prepare the skin
3. Distribute a few drops of Time Control Serum over the face, neck, and décolleté
4. Allow the serum to absorb briefly before proceeding to the next step
5. Follow with Time Control Day Cream in the morning or Night Cream in the evening
6. Always finish the morning routine with sun protection — vitamin C works synergistically with SPF

Suitable for

• Mature, demanding skin from around 40 years old
• Skin with pigmentation spots, age spots, or sun damage
• Dull complexion that has lost its natural glow
• Skin with fine lines and loss of firmness
• Suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin thanks to soothing plant extracts
• Vegan-conscious users (the formula is completely vegan)

Frequently asked questions

Why is Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate better than regular vitamin C?

Classic vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) is water-soluble, unstable, and can cause irritation at higher concentrations. Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate is a fat-soluble form that penetrates the skin barrier to the deeper layers where collagen is produced. Moreover, this form is significantly more stable, so its effect lasts longer and the serum is suitable for sensitive skin.

Can I use this serum both morning and evening?

Yes, the Time Control Serum is formulated for twice-daily use. In the morning, vitamin C enhances the effect of your sun protection and protects against free radicals from sunlight and pollution. In the evening, it supports the skin’s natural regeneration during the night. Use after cleansing, before your day or night cream.

Can I combine this serum with a retinol?

Yes, vitamin C and retinol can be used together, provided they are applied in the correct order. Use the Time Control Serum in the morning and a retinol product in the evening — this prevents possible irritation and optimizes the effect of both ingredients. Vitamin C during the day also enhances the effect of your SPF.

How long does it take to see results from the Time Control Serum?

The first effects — a fresh, radiant appearance and smoother skin texture — are often visible within one to two weeks. For visible reduction of pigmentation spots, daily use for eight to twelve weeks is needed. For deeper lines and firmness improvement, the effect builds up over three to six months, thanks to the gradual action of Matrixyl 3000 on collagen synthesis.

What is the difference between the Time Control Serum and the Ageless Future Serum?

The Ageless Future Serum is an entry-level anti-aging serum aimed at the first signs of aging, with Bakuchiol and encapsulated hyaluronic acid (NioHA). The Time Control Serum belongs to Dr Schrammek’s premium top line and is more intensive, with highly dosed vitamin C and Matrixyl 3000 for demanding, mature skin that requires more correction in terms of pigmentation, lines, and firmness.