Description
Our Advanced Vitamin C Serum is a morning vitamin C serum from our Advanced skincare range. It combines four key ingredients, L-ascorbic acid, ferulic acid, vitamin E and N-acetyl glucosamine (NAG), to help skin look brighter and more even, help fade the look of dark spots and give antioxidant support against everyday environmental stress. It is developed in South Africa with melanin-rich skin in mind, and comes in a 35 ml travel size or a 60 ml full size.
Key ingredients and what they do
- L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C): the pure form of vitamin C. Helps fade the look of dark spots and uneven tone, and helps defend skin against everyday pollution and sun stress.
- Ferulic acid: a plant antioxidant that helps keep vitamin C stable and adds to its antioxidant support.
- Vitamin E (tocopherol): softens and nourishes dry patches and works alongside vitamin C to help protect the skin.
- N-acetyl glucosamine (NAG): helps skin look smoother and more even, and supports hydration.
Why these ingredients work together
Vitamin C, ferulic acid and vitamin E are a well-known antioxidant trio: each helps the others work better and last longer on the skin. Adding NAG gives a gentler approach to brightening, which makes this serum a good choice for skin that is prone to dark marks after breakouts or irritation.
Who is it for?
- Uneven-looking skin tone and dark spots
- Dull or tired-looking skin
- Early signs of ageing, such as fine lines
- Dry or dehydrated skin
- Dark marks left behind by breakouts or skin irritation
How to use your vitamin C serum
- Cleanse with our Advanced Face Cleanser and pat dry.
- Apply two pumps to clean fingertips and press lightly into the face and neck, avoiding the eye area.
- Wait a minute to let it absorb.
- Moisturise with our Advanced Day & Night Cream.
- Finish with our SPF50 Primer. Use the full amount, about two finger-lengths for the face and neck, and reapply every 2 hours outdoors. Sunscreen is essential, as sun makes dark spots look darker.
Use it in the morning. In the evening you can use our Advanced Retinol Serum or Glow Exfoliating Serum instead, but keep to one strong active per night.
What to expect
Results are gradual. With steady daily use and sun protection, many people notice a brighter, more even look within a few weeks.
Pairs well with
- Our Advanced Brightening Deep Hydrating Serum for extra help with dark marks.
- Our Advanced Eye Cream, Vitamin C for the under-eye area in the morning.
Our promise
Cruelty-free, paraben-free and vegan, and made in South Africa for diverse skin tones.
Patch test first
Please patch test first: apply a small amount to the inner arm twice daily for 7 to 10 days. This follows the American Academy of Dermatology guidance on testing skin care products. If redness, itching or swelling appears, wash it off and stop using it. Avoid the eye area. A mild tingle can happen with vitamin C; if stinging or redness continues, stop using it.
Not sure which serum suits you? Read why less is more with high-potency serums or book a free skincare consultation.
Where to buy
Get our Advanced Vitamin C Serum from your nearest Mooiste Meisie agent or order it from our online shop, whichever is easier for you. Online orders deliver within South Africa only: dispatch takes 2 to 3 working days and courier delivery 2 to 5 working days. Delivery costs are shown at checkout. See the full Skincare range.
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