
About this product
A 15% vitamin C brightening serum using THD ascorbate, a stabilised vitamin C derivative, combined with glycolic acid, phytosterols, and pore-minimising extracts.
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Guru Score
Mixed
11 experts · Strong agreementWhat they liked
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What the gurus are saying
The THD ascorbate form here is gentler and more stable than straight vitamin C, making it kinder to reactive and sensitive skin, though it carries less clinical evidence for boosting collagen compared to L-ascorbic acid. Gurus praise how it works without stinging or peeling, hydrates well, and pairs nicely with the glycolic acid and calming plant extracts for brightening dark spots and reducing redness, though the formula does contain essential oils that may catch out those with very reactive skin. The price tag sits high at $85, and anyone using the glycolic acid should pair it with daily sunscreen.
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A 15% vitamin C brightening serum using THD ascorbate, a stabilised vitamin C derivative, combined with glycolic acid, phytosterols, and pore-minimising extracts.
The gurus are split. 5 of the 11 gurus give it their stamp of approval while 2 would skip it, which lands it in the middle at a Guru Score of 64%.
Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum holds a Guru Score of 64%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 11 expert reviewers we have collected. At least one expert has named it a Top Pick in its category.
Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum is generally suited to mature skin.
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