Advanced The Vitamin C 23 Serum

Brand price

USD 25.00 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

Key Ingredients

• Face oil1

  An oil formulated to be used on the face.

  Squalane

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)1

  L-ascorbic acid, the unesterified form of vitamin C.

  Ascorbic Acid

• Vitamin C derivative (stable)1

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• Hyaluronic acid1

  Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.

  Sodium Hyaluronate

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

• Vitamin C2

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbic Acid

Benefits

• Hydrating8

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Acetyl Glucosamine, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair11

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Allantoin, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Dimethicone, Elaeis Guineensis Oil, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Squalane, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation3

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Allantoin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Panthenol

• Redness Reducing3

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Allantoin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide

• Anti-Aging2

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Adenosine, Ascorbic Acid

• Firming1

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Adenosine

• Smoothing8

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Allantoin, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Dimethicone, Elaeis Guineensis Oil, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Squalane

• Brightening5

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Glutathione, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide

• Dark Spots5

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Acetyl Glucosamine, Ascorbic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide

• Even Tone3

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Ascorbic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting1

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide

• Oil Control1

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Niacinamide

• Pore Refining1

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide

• Antioxidant3

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol

• Sun Protection1

  Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.

  Tocotrienols

• Anti-Pollution4

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Allantoin, Ascorbic Acid, Dimethicone, Tocopherol

• Under-Eye Care1

  Targets the thinner skin under the eye.

  Caffeine

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne1

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis5

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Acetyl Glucosamine, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Elaeis Guineensis Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin5

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Elaeis Guineensis Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Squalane

• May Worsen Irritation1

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Tocopherol

Dupes

• COSRX The Vitamin C 13 Serum84% match
• Isntree Onion Newpair Ampoule Plus65% match
• Arencia Holy Hyssop Serum 3064% match
• Goodal Green Tangerine Vita C Niacinamide 10 Toning Ampoule64% match
• Arencia Vitamin C Booster Shot64% match
• innisfree Green Tea Enzyme Vitamin C Brightening Serum63% match