Vitamin C Boosting Serum

Brand price

USD 23.90 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

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

Key Ingredients

• Ceramide1

  Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.

  Ceramide NP

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)1

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

  Ascorbic Acid

• Alpha arbutin1

  A gentler glycosylated relative of hydroquinone.

  Alpha-Arbutin

• 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

• Centella asiatica (Cica)2

  Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

  Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water

• 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

• Tranexamic acid1

  Used topically for stubborn pigmentation and melasma.

  Tranexamic Acid

Benefits

• Hydrating15

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Beta-Glucan, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Fructooligosaccharides, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Methyl Gluceth-20, Panthenol, Propanediol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair9

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Betaine, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation5

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Beta-Glucan, Bisabolol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Panthenol

• Redness Reducing5

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Bisabolol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Anti-Aging3

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Adenosine, Ascorbic Acid, Ubiquinone

• Firming1

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Adenosine

• Smoothing2

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide

• Brightening5

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Dark Spots5

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Even Tone4

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Alpha-Arbutin, Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Acne Fighting1

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide

• Oil Control2

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Pore Refining2

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Antioxidant6

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Ascorbic Acid, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone, Tocopherol, Ubiquinone

• Anti-Pollution7

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Alpha-Arbutin, Ascorbic Acid, Glycerin, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Tocopherol, Ubiquinone

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne1

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis4

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  C12-14 Pareth-12, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Irritation1

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Tocopherol

Dupes

• Beauty of Joseon Calming Barrier Serum : Green Tea-HA™ + Panthenol76% match
• Numbuzin No.5+ Glutathione Vitamin Concentrated Serum74% match
• Goodal Black Carrot Vita-A Retinol Firming Ampoule74% match
• Anua Rice Ceramide 7 Hydrating Barrier Serum73% match
• Goodal Green Tangerine Vita C E TXA Serum73% match
• Beauty of Joseon Pore Firming Serum : Red Bean PDRN™ + Peptide73% match