
“The Vitamin C Complex Serum by Naturium features a high concentration of their complex including highly stable, pure l-ascorbic acid and Kakadu plum, one of the richest sources of vitamin c to visibly brighten, hydrate, firm and protect.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glutathione
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.
“Our Vitamin C Complex Serum instantly hydrates skin and is clinically proven to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in just 4 weeks.*”
This product contains glutathione. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
“Our Vitamin C Complex Serum instantly hydrates skin and is clinically proven to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in just 4 weeks.*”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, 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).
This product contains antioxidants (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).
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One 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 GlycerinActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolA stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphateThe 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 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 GlutathioneA 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 fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. There is no evidence of other benefits in skin
More about Mangifera indica fruit extractA plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin, but evidence is lacking
More about Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extractA fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Pleiogynium timoriense fruit extractA fruit extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some antioxidant properties but evidence of effectiveness in skin is missing
More about Podocarpus elatus fruit extractTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCan work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidUsed to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseHelps 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-glucanHelps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumUsed to thicken product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about AlginHelps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Ascorbic acid, Glutathione, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Mangifera indica fruit extract, Terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract, Pleiogynium timoriense fruit extract, Podocarpus elatus fruit extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Sodium hyaluronate, Carbomer, Tocopheryl acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium hydroxide, Beta-glucan, Potassium sorbate, Hexylene glycol, Sorbitol, Xanthan gum, Algin, Benzoic acid, Sorbic acid, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium benzoate, Disodium phosphate, Gold, Polysorbate 60, Sodium phosphate
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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.
| NaturiumVitamin C Serum 22%YOUR PRODUCT | NacomiLight It Up Vitamin C Serum 15% | OARS + ALPSWake Up Face Serum | DermaticaVitamin C 15%: Fresh Batch Ascorbic Acid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 90% | 85% | 83% |
| Price | $12.00 | — | $49.00+$37.00 | $20.75+$8.75 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Dimethicone | Ferulic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Luzern Laboratories Serum Absolut V15+goop 20% Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid Glow Serum
"Naturium - Vitamin C Serum 22%" is effective for: Evens skin tone and Anti-inflammatory
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
The product retails from 19.99$ up to 36.00$ in the United States and from 22.00£ up to 172.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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