
“Vitamin C capsules formulated with Vitamin Capsule and Transparent Gel to brighten dull skin tone and boost skin elasticity.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: ferulic 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.
“Vitamin C capsules formulated with Vitamin Capsule and Transparent Gel to brighten dull skin tone and boost skin elasticity.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, ferulic acid.
This product contains antioxidants (ferulic acid, ubiquinone) 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, glucosyl hesperidin.
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: dimethicone, hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: panthenol
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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 acidActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolOne 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 GlycerinProduces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.A 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 acidA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeHelps 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 Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed jojoba estersHelp soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiablesMight 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 extractA 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 acidHelps oil and water mix together
More about Butylene glycol cocoateHelps 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 lecithinAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidPure 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 TocopherolHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 oleateHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinMight help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineA 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 glycyrrhizateUsed to create thicker product consistency and stabilize emulsions
More about Cellulose gumHelps 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-glucanMight be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. Also works as a humectant
More about Glucosyl hesperidinCoenzyme Q10. It helps neutralize free radicals in skin, improves skin hydration and might be helpful agains fine lines and wrinkles. It can be an allergen
More about UbiquinoneHelps oil and water mix together while softening the upper layer of the skin
More about Glyceryl stearate citrateHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Isostearyl alcoholHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product's texture
More about C12-16 alcoholsMight be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumA common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneWater, Ascorbic acid, Propanediol, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Tromethamine, 1,2-hexanediol, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Dimethicone, Panthenol, Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate, Methylpropanediol, Hydrolyzed jojoba esters, Hydrogenated olive oil unsaponifiables, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Sphingomonas ferment extract, Curcuma longa root extract, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Ferulic acid, Butylene glycol cocoate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Palmitic acid, Tocopherol, Glucosylrutin, Polyglyceryl-10 oleate, Microcrystalline cellulose, Allantoin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Ethylcellulose, Cellulose gum, Sodium phytate, Beta-glucan, Glucosyl hesperidin, Ubiquinone, Polyglyceryl-3 distearate, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine, Glyceryl stearate citrate, Isostearyl alcohol, C12-16 alcohols, Caffeine, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol
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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.
| MedicubeAge-R Vita C Pro AmpouleYOUR PRODUCT | Bliv:UThe Real Vita C 20 Ampoule | GoodalGreen Tangerine Vita C 27 Dark Spot Care Ampoule | COSRXThe Vitamin C 23 Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 84% | 83% | 82% |
| Price | — | $12.86 | $23.71 | $17.37 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 10 | 6 of 10 | 5 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Madecassoside | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Wildfleur 15% Pure Vitamin C + Xanthophyll - Marigold Brightening SerumDermatica Vitamin C 15%: Fresh Batch Ascorbic Acid
"Medicube - Buy Age-R Vita C Pro Ampoule in Australia - Korean Skincare Online" is effective for: Anti-aging and Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Evens skin tone, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
The product retails for 35.19A$ in Australia.
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