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COSRX

Advanced The Vitamin C 23 With Super Vitamin E And Hyaluronic Acid

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7 of 34 ingredients flagged

Drying alcohol
Alcohol Denat
Silicone
Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone
Fungal acne trigger
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Potential irritant
Alcohol Denat
Strong active
Ascorbic Acid

Key ingredientsVitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid), Panthenol (B5), Squalane, Caffeine, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Water

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2Ascorbic AcidStrong active

    The most researched vitamin C. Brightens, fades dark spots and boosts collagen. Can tingle.

  3. 3Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  4. 4DimethiconeSilicone

    Silicone that gives a silky finish and a breathable moisture barrier.

  5. 5Tromethamine

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  6. 6Panthenol

    Pro-vitamin B5. Hydrates, soothes and helps skin repair.

  7. 7Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether
  8. 8Squalane

    Lightweight, skin-identical oil that softens without feeling greasy.

  9. 9Caffeine

    Constricts blood vessels to reduce puffiness and dark circles.

  10. 10Sodium Chloride

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  11. 11Sodium Hyaluronate

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

  12. 12Sodium Sulfite
  13. 13Disodium EDTA

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

  14. 14Glutathione
  15. 15Adenosine

    Smooths the look of wrinkles and calms skin.

  16. 16Acetyl Glucosamine
  17. 17Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  18. 18Allantoin

    Soothes, softens and supports healing.

  19. 19Dextrin
  20. 20Tocotrienols
  21. 21Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

  22. 22Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil
  23. 23Butylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  24. 24Arginine

    Building blocks of your natural moisturizing factor.

  25. 25Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3. Balances oil, refines pores, fades marks and strengthens the barrier. A true all-rounder.

  26. 26Pentylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  27. 27Alcohol DenatDrying alcoholPotential irritant

    Makes products feel light and dry fast, but can strip and irritate skin when high on the list.

  28. 28Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilFungal acne trigger

    A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.

  29. 29Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract

    Calms redness and gently brightens uneven tone.

  30. 30Methyl TrimethiconeSilicone

    Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

  31. 31Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed OilFungal acne trigger

    A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.

  32. 32Camellia Japonica Seed OilFungal acne trigger

    A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.

  33. 33Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  34. 34Beta-Carotene