SkinCeuticals Topical Vitamin C Gel for Uneven Skin tone vs The Derma Co 0.3% Retinol Serum

SkinCeuticals

The Derma Co

A serum built around Vitamin C and Vitamin C, for barrier repair and smoothing.

A serum built around Vitamin C derivative and Vitamin C, for barrier repair and smoothing.

Serum

17 ingredients

27 ingredients

Brand price

USD 185.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 799.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

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At a Glance

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Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)1
L-ascorbic acid, the unesterified form of vitamin C.
Ascorbic Acid
Vitamin C1
Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.
Ascorbic Acid
Ferulic acid1
A plant antioxidant that stabilises vitamins C and E.
Ferulic Acid

Vitamin C derivative (stable)1
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20
Retinoid1
Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.
Retinol
Vitamin C1
Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Tridecane, Undecane
Anti-Aging1
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Ascorbic Acid
Smoothing4
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Tridecane, Undecane

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
May Worsen Irritation1
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Alcohol Denat.
May Worsen Eczema1
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat.
May Worsen Rosacea1
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Alcohol Denat.

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Aqua
Solvent
Water
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Fragrance, Perfuming, Occlusive, Solvent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is the mixed triester of glycerin and caprylic and capric acids.
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