Vita-C Glycolic Serum

Brand price

USD 94.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

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

Key Ingredients

• Mineral sunscreen1

  Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.

  Titanium Dioxide

• Sunscreen1

  Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.

  Titanium Dioxide

• Vitamin E2

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• 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.

  Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

• AHA3

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid

• Glycolic acid1

  The smallest AHA, and so the most penetrating.

  Glycolic Acid

• Lactic acid1

  An AHA that also acts as a humectant.

  Lactic Acid

• Vitamin C2

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  Ascorbic Acid, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

Benefits

• Hydrating14

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Inositol, Lactic Acid, Propanediol, Sorbitol, Tocopherol, Trehalose, Triheptanoin, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids

• Barrier Repair11

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Oleyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Triheptanoin, Xymenynic Acid

• Reduces Irritation1

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Marrubium Vulgare Extract

• Redness Reducing1

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Marrubium Vulgare Extract

• Anti-Aging2

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Ascorbic Acid, Glycolic Acid

• Smoothing10

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Citric Acid, Diisopropyl Sebacate, Dimethicone, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Oleyl Alcohol, Verbascum Thapsus Extract, Xymenynic Acid

• Brightening6

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Ascorbic Acid, Glutathione, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

• Dark Spots4

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Ascorbic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

• Even Tone2

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Ascorbic Acid, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract

• Exfoliating4

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Urea

• Antioxidant5

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Ascorbic Acid, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

• Sun Protection1

  Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.

  Titanium Dioxide

• Anti-Pollution7

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Ascorbic Acid, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne4

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Hexylene Glycol, Oleyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis8

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Cetearyl Isononanoate, Oleyl Alcohol, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Surfactin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Xymenynic Acid

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris4

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Hexylene Glycol, Oleyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Irritation2

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Oleyl Alcohol, Tocopherol

Dupes

• Murad Gentle Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Serum for Sensitive Skin64% match