Vitamin C+ Astaxanthin Serum

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USD 22.46 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

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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

• 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)3

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• Hyaluronic acid3

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

  Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

• Vitamin C4

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Ferulic acid1

  A plant antioxidant that stabilises vitamins C and E.

  Ferulic Acid

• Kojic acid1

  A fungal-derived tyrosinase inhibitor used on pigmentation.

  Kojic Acid

Benefits

• Hydrating13

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Propanediol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Squalane, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair8

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Isononyl Isononanoate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Squalane, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation1

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Panthenol

• Redness Reducing1

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Niacinamide

• Anti-Aging3

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Adenosine, Ascorbic Acid, Ubiquinone

• Firming1

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Adenosine

• Smoothing3

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Isononyl Isononanoate, Niacinamide, Squalane

• Brightening7

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Glutathione, Kojic Acid, Niacinamide, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Dark Spots6

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Kojic Acid, Niacinamide, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Even Tone3

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Ascorbic Acid, Kojic Acid, Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting2

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Oil Control2

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Citrus Junos Peel Oil, Niacinamide

• Pore Refining2

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Citrus Junos Peel Oil, Niacinamide

• Antioxidant9

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Astaxanthin, Ferulic Acid, Kojic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopherol, Ubiquinone

• Anti-Pollution8

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Ferulic Acid, Glycerin, Kojic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopherol, Ubiquinone

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne1

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis7

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin1

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Squalane

• May Worsen Irritation3

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Citrus Junos Peel Oil, Limonene, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema2

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Citrus Junos Peel Oil, Limonene

• May Worsen Rosacea2

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Citrus Junos Peel Oil, Limonene

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