By Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C 21.5% Advanced Serum
Works for
MoisturizingPanthenol, Sodium lactate + 2 moreWorks well
“Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C 21.5% Advanced Serum contains 21.5% of pure vitamin C to replenish and retain moisture by conditioning and restoring balance.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": allantoin, sodium hyaluronate.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
Evens skin toneAscorbic acidWorks well
“This paraben-free serum leaves no sticky finish and is fast-absorbing to help fade acne scars, brighten skin and even out complexion.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: ascorbic acid.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ascorbic acidWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-agingSide benefit the brand mentions · Ascorbic acidWorks well
“Removes dead skin cells for a more youthful and brighter complexion 1.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains ascorbic acid.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Ascorbic acid, Cassia obtusifolia seed extractMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Hippophae rhamnoides water70%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant-infused water. The concentration of compounds with potential skin benefits is unlikely to be effective
More about Hippophae rhamnoides waterAscorbic acid21.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidSodium lactate~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactate1,2-hexanediol~10–15%
Sodium hyaluronate~4.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePanthenol~3.3–4.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolCassia obtusifolia seed extract~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Allantoin~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinXanthan gum~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthyl hexanediol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to dissolve other ingredients. Might be irritating
More about Ethyl hexanediolIngredient list view
Hippophae rhamnoides water, Ascorbic acid, Sodium lactate, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium hyaluronate, Panthenol, Cassia obtusifolia seed extract, Allantoin, Xanthan gum, Ethyl hexanediol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| By WishtrendPure Vitamin C 21.5% Advanced SerumYOUR PRODUCT | VeggiminsHydraSilver + Anti-Aging Skin Serum | Timeless Skin Care20% Vitamin C + E Ferulic Acid Serum | Single Use Pouches | Brickell Men's ProductsVitamin C Booster for Men | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 89% | 89% |
| Price | — | $19.99 | $5.97 | $91.46 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Ferulic Acid | 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: SkinCeuticals Serum 20 AOXNourishMax VITAMIN C + B + E + FERULIC & RETINOL SERUM
Product summary
"By Wishtrend - Pure Vitamin C 21.5% Advanced Serum" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory, Moisturizing, Evens skin tone and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 21.50% (declared) It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production, neutralizing free radicals in skin and improving pigmentation marks. We recommend to use up this product quickly after opening: Ascorbic Acid degrades fast when it gets in contact with air and light. The moment the product turns orange, it is a sign that a significant share of the vitamin C in it is no longer effective.
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 3.30% - 4.90% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
- In addition, this product contains Allantoin (1.10% - 1.70%). Allantoin is helpful in wound-healing and can help restore the skin barrier faster. It might also be able to improve scars, but the evidence is not very strong for this.
- Humectants (allantoin 1.10% - 1.70%, sodium lactate 25.00% - 38.00%, sodium hyaluronate 4.60% - 6.80% and panthenol 3.30% - 4.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails at around 25.65$ in the United States and for 27.40£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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