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The Derma Co
5% Vitamin C Daily Face Serum with Ferulic Acid & Multivitamin
A serum built around Vitamin C derivative and Vitamin C, for hydration and barrier repair.
Brand price
INR 549.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Sensitive skin
- Dark spots & pigmentation
- Dullness
How to use
Step 1 Wash your face with Creamy Cleanser & pat dry Step 2 Apply 3-5 drops of serum on the entire face & neck Step 3 Massage gently until serum gets absorbed & use twice daily
Caution
Patch testing We at The Derma Co. take skincare seriously. To us, solving problems remains the primary goal. We want to ensure each one of you that our products are dermatologist-approved and highly effective. Steps for Patch Testing:- 1. Clean a patch of skin on the upper forearm and apply a small amount of the product 2. Wait for 15-20 minutes or a maximum of 30 minutes 3. If any itching, redness, burning, blistering or irritation is observed, wash the area, and do not use the product Please Note: A patch test is only for determining early irritation reaction to product(s) and does not promise similar results when applied to other areas(s) of the body, including the face or after regular use. A patch test does not account for any underlying conditions and should not be used for the diagnosis of hypersensitivity or allergic contact dermatitis. 1. The product contains natural ingredients & may change color and fragrance, without losing effectiveness. 2. Even natural ingredients can cause and trigger existing allergies. A patch test is recommended. 3. In case of any rashes or allergy, please consult a specialist. 4. All images shown are for illustration purpose only, actual results may vary. 5. For external use only. Store in a cool & dry place.
What's inside
Ingredients List
2 trigger at least one check · 21 trigger none
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin C derivative (stable)
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Plant oils and butters (coconut, olive, shea)
- Plant or mineral oil
- May Worsen Oily Skin
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Panthenol (provitamin B5)
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Reduces Irritation
Key Ingredients
Vitamin C derivative (stable)2
Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Vitamin C2
Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.
Benefits
Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Glycerin, Inositol, Panthenol, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Brightening3
Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.
Dark Spots3
Fades dark spots for a more even tone.
Antioxidant4
Shields skin from free radical damage.
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ferulic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate
Anti-Pollution4
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ferulic Acid, Glycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Ingredients Explained
Click on any ingredient to learn more about it
Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Propanediol →3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is a vitamin C derivative.
Learn more about 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid →Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant, Perfuming, Solvent
2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol; Carbitol; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether; DEGEE
Learn more about Ethoxydiglycol →Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate is a hyaluronic acid.
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate →Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
Learn more about Phenoxyethanol →Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Hydrogenated Castor Oil isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Hydrogenated Castor Oil →Panthenol
Antistatic, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning
Panthenol is panthenol (provitamin B5).
Learn more about Panthenol →Ferulic Acid
Antimicrobial, Antioxidant
Ferulic Acid is ferulic acid.
Learn more about Ferulic Acid →Hydroxyethylcellulose
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Film Forming, Light Stabilizer, Viscosity Controlling
Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl ether
Learn more about Hydroxyethylcellulose →
Dupes
- The Derma Co 10% Vitamin C Face Serum79% match
- The Derma Co 5% Niacinamide Daily Face Serum with Alpha Arbutin & Multivitamin77% match
- Minimalist Vitamin C + E + Ferulic 16% Face Serum75% match
- Mamaearth 10% Vitamin C Essence Serum with Vitamin C and Gotu Kola for Skin Illumination73% match
- The Derma Co C-Cinamide Radiance Serum With 10% Vitamin C & 5% Niacinamide73% match
- Pilgrim 15% Vitamin C Face Serum For Advanced Brightness72% match