
“A nourishing antioxidant serum formulated to firm, brighten and target age spots in the skin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glutathione
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, ferulic 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.
“A nourishing antioxidant serum formulated to firm, brighten and target age spots in the skin.”
This product contains ferulic acid. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
This product contains antioxidants (ferulic acid, glutathione) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
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. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, sodium hyaluronate.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: ceramide np.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide np
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Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinThe 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 acidA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolA potent anti-oxidant that has been shown to be effective in neutralizing free radicals in skin. There seem to have a synergetic effect of ferulic acid, vitamin E and C, meaning that when the ingredients are used together, they enhance each other's ability protect the skin against free radicals. Ferulic acid also helps to stabilize other ingredients - including vitamins C and E. It can help to even out the skin tone. Ferulic acid is approved for use as a sunscreen ingredient in Japan in concentrations up to 10%
More about Ferulic acidA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npMight have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Brassica oleracea italica extractA plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant
More about Curcuma longa root extractA fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractHelps water and oil mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-10 laurateA salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 oleateA good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideHelps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinA sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineA sugar that attracts water to the upper layer of the skin
More about TrehaloseHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanA peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlutathioneCan help neutralize free radicals in skin. Preliminary studies show that it can be more effective than coenzyme Q10 but studies on effective concentration for topical applications are lacking
More about ErgothioneineUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumWater, Butylene glycol, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Ascorbic acid, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Dipropylene glycol, Methyl gluceth-20, 1,2-hexanediol, Ethoxydiglycol, Sodium hyaluronate, Lycium chinense fruit extract, Tocopherol, Ferulic acid, Ceramide np, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Theobroma cacao extract, Tricholoma matsutake extract, Tromethamine, Polyglyceryl-10 laurate, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Glucosylrutin, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-10 oleate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Hydrogenated lecithin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium phytate, Dextrin, Betaine, Trehalose, Beta-glucan, Glutathione, Ergothioneine, Xanthan gum
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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.
| DepologyPower C Antioxidant Radiance Boosting SerumYOUR PRODUCT | marie veroniqueVitamins C+E+Feurlic Serum | BioveneVITAMIN C 27% SERUM | Biovène BarcelonaVITAMIN C +20% Skin Brightening Facial Serum Treatment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 83% | 82% | 82% |
| Price | — | $120.00 | $20.58 | $6.69 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 6 of 12 | 6 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | Hyaluronic Acid | Hyaluronic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: NourishMax VITAMIN C + B + E + FERULIC & RETINOL SERUMFormulyst Active Serum – Vitamin B, C, E, Ferulic + Niacinamide
"Depology - Power C Antioxidant Radiance Boosting Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing and Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
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