Vitamin C Brightening Serum With Niacinamide

Ingredients

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

1. 1Water

   The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

2. 2Glycerin

   A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

3. 3Butylene Glycol

   Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

4. 4Betaine

   Gentle hydrator from sugar beets that helps calm irritation.

5. 5Niacinamide(30,000 Ppm)

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

6. 61,2-Hexanediol

   Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

7. 7Methylpropanediol

   Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

8. 8Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract

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

9. 9Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

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

10. 10Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract

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

11. 11Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract

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

12. 12Corallina Officinalis Extract

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

13. 13Sodium Hyaluronate

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

14. 14Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

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

15. 15Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract

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

16. 16Hyaluronic Acid

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

17. 17Panthenol (5,000 Ppm)

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

18. 18Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate

    Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

19. 19Hydrogenated Lecithin

    Skin-softening phospholipid that helps deliver ingredients.

20. 20Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

    Gives the product its texture.

21. 21Tromethamine

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

22. 22Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

    Light emollient from coconut. Generally fungal-acne friendly.

23. 23Ethylhexylglycerin

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

24. 24Propanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

25. 25Adenosine

    Smooths the look of wrinkles and calms skin.

26. 26Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

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

27. 27Tocopherol(200 Ppm)

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

28. 28Polyglyceryl-10 OleateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

29. 29Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
30. 303-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid(100 Ppm)
31. 31Sodium Phytate

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

32. 32Ascorbic Acid (50 Ppm)Strong active

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

33. 33Ceramide NP

    Lipids your barrier is literally made of. Refill them and skin holds water better.

34. 34Benzyl Glycol
35. 35Beta-Glucan

    Deeply hydrating and calming. Great for stressed skin.

36. 36Dextrin
37. 37Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
38. 38Gluconolactone

    Polyhydroxy acid. The gentlest acid exfoliant, friendly to sensitive skin.

39. 39Carbomer

    Gives the product its texture.

40. 40Xanthan Gum

    Gives the product its texture.

41. 41Fragrance(Parfum)Fragrance

    A blend of scent chemicals. The #1 cause of cosmetic skin reactions.