
About this product
A gel-cream moisturizer containing 5% vitamin C derivatives, peptides, and antioxidants designed to hydrate, brighten, and support skin firmness.
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Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, 3-O Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Squalane, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Acetyl SH Hexapeptide 5 Amide Acetate, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Oil , Hydrogenated Lecithin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Propanediol, Jojoba Esters, Tocopherol, Acetyl Zingerone, Cetyl Palmitate, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbitan Olivate, Sorbitan Palmitate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Phytate, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Lecithin, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Lysolecithin
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3 experts · Moderate agreementWhat the gurus are saying
This moisturizer delivers a lightweight hydration and glow without heaviness, making it especially suited to combination and sensitive skin. The 5% vitamin C concentration is gentler than pure L-ascorbic acid, which means it works best for brightening and a lit-from-within radiance rather than targeting stubborn hyperpigmentation quickly. Those with very dry skin, sensitive skin, or anyone wanting to layer vitamin C without irritation may want to consider this as a core moisturizer or booster alongside other serums.
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A gel-cream moisturizer containing 5% vitamin C derivatives, peptides, and antioxidants designed to hydrate, brighten, and support skin firmness.
Yes. All 3 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 84%.
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