Not to be rude, but is this color too old to use? I want to purchase a bottle, would like to be sure it won't come and be oxidized. Thanks!
496048
I ordered this for my mom and her hair turns out fine. I'm not sure what you mean by old, is there an expiration date on the bottle?
1330286
The 2 bottles I've used have been light orange in color and without chunks. I would definitely question the freshness of your bottle.
610780
There is a lot number on most bottles, example LOT 2806EL will usually show or be valid until 04/2013. I have have gathered more info that shows if this product is kept in an area that does not exceed 70 degrees or below 35 degrees, it will last until 10/2013. I am not a prof. on this I simply look into all conditions and go by what I have found to be true for me. If any of your supplement is cloudy or dark I would not use it and return it. Again I am not a prof. I have used this product for 20 years and this is what I have found to be true. I hope this helps.
338938
I would guess the same, old packaging vs new. I have only bought the green bottle, and it works wonderfully.
1361140
Hello,I am on my forth bottle of this product. If you start using it right away after getting it then with twice a day use the quality will not decrease. One time I ordered the product in advance not wanting to be without it even for short time and by the end of use that bottle the stuff started to go yellow. I learned :) Since then I do not order it far in advance and all is good!
1361136
Hello, I am on my forth bottle of this product. If you start using it right away after getting it then with twice a day use the quality will not decrease. One time I ordered the product in advance not wanting to be without it even for short time and by the end of use that bottle the stuff started to go yellow. I learned :) Since then I do not order it far in advance and all is good!
1946641
Hello-the label says the unopened bottle is good for 4 years, an opened bottle, kept sealed tightly, should be used or discarded after 1 year. However, I do not see a date of manufacture on the bottle or package. There is a number 101330 which could be a coded date, and an 800 number to call the manufacturer for questions. However, when I got your emailed question, the customer service department was closed, so I cannot confirm if that is a date, or if it is a lot or batch number, how that translates to a date of manufacture. Sorry I could not help more-
363091
My bottle that I received is dated 3/2016, best if used by. I am sure yours should be something similar.
2042692
Hello, how long have you had the bottle? I've only been using mine for almost 2 weeks now and it is still clear. It does have Hydroquinone which oxidizes easily by the air and can turn a brown color, does not affect the bleaching effect...but this bottle is pretty air tight. I've had a 4% prescription strength in a tube for over a year now and that is still the same color. As far as a black color I have no idea...sorry
1250227
No date, it only goes bad once it's exposed to oxygen. Once it's out of the bottle , it starts oxidizing ...hince why you must wait 72 hours to wash.
690599
I questioned that also, the reply was no! It was suggested I buythe one with crystalline. Almost finished my first bottle, sometimes I see a lot more color. I'm not there yet, stilloptimistic though. Wish you all luck!
1293306
Yes, it turns a darker amber as it has oxidized (through normal opening of the bottle). It shouldn't affect its properties, but if you bought it "new", I would question the source. It should be an almost clear golden tone. Someone opened your bottle. Why?
1970041
a quick google search says 2 years, very stable, slow oxidizer. This was a great question. I doubt a bottle will last that long!
1606954
If it turns yellow it most definitely *is* oxidized and shouldn't be used. There is no benefit to oxidized vitamin C and I'd even guess that it could have the opposite of the intended effect. I personally stay far away from oxidized vitamins. That said, I don't see how a formula of plain ascorbic acid and water could be stable. It's a perfect recipe for fast oxidation.
570910
Well, on my old bottle the expiration date is on the TOP OF THE LID, a place I think some are not looking at. However, before I buy more online I too want an answer on what I'm buying, so hope one of us does!
50410
i just looked on an extra bottle i purchased and was unable to find one. i would suggest using it closer to the purchase date but it should last awhile as long as it is still sealed.
2245139
our bottles have always been ok and we have never had a problem with them. this is a quality product by a quality company. i would not be afraid to use it even if it were well past the date on the bottle. the oil will start changing in its taste and that would be my only reason to think about not using it. if it is in the refrigerator it will last a long time. expiration dates are mostly a signal to move product off the self so that it will still be of full value. these dates are mostly to satisfy some government agency.