First Care Activating Serum VI

Brand price

USD 89.00 · 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

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Vitamin C derivative (stable)1

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

• Centella asiatica (Cica)1

  Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

  Madecassoside

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• Vitamin C1

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

Benefits

• Hydrating10

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Betaine, Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Butylene Glycol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Honey, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair6

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Betaine, Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Glyceryl Caprylate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Propylene Glycol, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation3

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Madecassoside, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

• Redness Reducing2

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Madecassoside, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

• Anti-Aging1

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Adenosine

• Firming1

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Adenosine

• Smoothing4

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Citric Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract

• Brightening2

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

• Dark Spots1

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

• Oil Control2

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Alcohol Denat., Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

• Pore Refining2

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Alcohol Denat., Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid

• Antioxidant3

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Madecassoside, Tocopherol

• Anti-Pollution3

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Madecassoside, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne1

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Hydrogenated Lecithin, PPG-13-DECYLTETRADECETH-24

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Irritation8

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Alcohol Denat., Citral, Citronellol, Fragrance, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema7

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Alcohol Denat., Citral, Citronellol, Fragrance, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool

• May Worsen Rosacea7

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Alcohol Denat., Citral, Citronellol, Fragrance, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool

• May Worsen Dryness1

  Can strip moisture and worsen dryness.

  Alcohol Denat.

Dupes

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• Sulwhasoo The Ultimate S Serum66% match
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