Brighter Skin Days Ahead With These Vitamin C Serums

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The benefits of taking Vitamin C as an oral supplement are widely known. As soon as we get a sniffle, we reach for a dose of Vitamin C. As an antioxidant, Vitamin C when taken orally protects cells and keeps them healthy. It also assists in maintaining healthy skin, blood vessels, bones, and cartilage. Also important Vitmin helps with wound healing.

As beauty editors and basic beauty product junkies, we know Vitamin C can work a world of wonders on our skin. Most importantly, we love the benefits of glowing skin and improvement in our skin texture. So in honor of National Vitamin C Day, we curated a list of our favorite Vitamin C Serums.

Skin Benefits of Vitamin C

Clinical studies have shown that Vitamin C can improve wrinkles. One study showed that daily use of a Vitamin C formulation for at least three months improved the appearance of fine and coarse wrinkles of the face and neck and improved overall skin texture and appearance.

Vitamin C may also brighten skin and cause collagen production. Clinical studies have shown that combining Vitamin C with other topical ingredients — ferulic acid and vitamin E, can diminish redness and help protect the skin from long-term damage caused by harmful sun rays.

Read the Label of Your Vitamin C

Vitamin C can be found in serums or other skincare products. Different formulations of vitamin C can skin’s barier and affects on the skin. Look for formulations that contain an active form of Vitamin C (for instance, L-ascorbic acid), and a strength of 10% to 20%.

DRUNK ELEPHANT C-Luma Hydrabright Serum $68

A unique 10% vitamin C serum that visibly brightens, clarifies, and hydrates skin, revealing a noticeably more even and luminous complexion. Treats Dark Spots, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Dryness, Redness, Dullness, Uneven Texture, Acne and Blemishes, and Loss of Firmness and Elasticity.

BEAUTYSTAT Universal C Skin Refiner $62

Our Chem-C™ Technology blends triple-patented Vitamin C and peptides to be firm and smooth, while 20% pure L-Ascorbic acid fades dark spots and gives an even tone. Hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and pomegranate sterols plump, soothe, and strengthen for visibly lifted, radiant skin.

BLOOMEFFECTS Royal Tulip Vitamin C Facial Oil $85

Powered by 20% active THD Ascorbate, a highly stable and effective form of Vitamin C that penetrates deeper to brighten and reduce hyperpigmentation, without the irritation. This ultra lightweight facial oil also contains 70% plant-based Squalane for deep moisturization and skin rejuvenation.

PACIFICA Glow Baby Booster Serum $18This concentrated bioactive serum, with stabilized vitamin C and glycolic acid, is a next-generation support system that helps brighten and relieve clogged, dull skin. Our results driven combination of ingredients include vitamin C – a beloved antioxidant & brightener support for skin, and glycolic acid – an AHA that has been shown to help improve texture, brighten, and refresh lackluster skin.

PAULA’S CHOICE 25% Vitamin C + Glutathione Clinical Serum $65

This clinical-level serum features highly stable 25% vitamin C to visibly improve uneven tone, radiance, elasticity & firmness without irritation.

Potent 25% vitamin C targets stubborn discoloration & sun damage
Glutathione minimizes irritation & boosts skin’s antioxidant supply
GAP technology reduces oxidative stress & targets discoloration
Lightly hydrating serum for all skin types

PETER THOMAS ROTH Potent-C Power Serum $95

A serum with 20% THD ascorbate, a mega-potent, ultra-stable ingredient 50 times more powerful than traditional vitamin C, that visibly brightens skin.

ELEMIS Dynamic Resurfacing Super-C Serum $139

A clinically proven serum with a highly stable form of Vitamin C to help reduce visible signs of pigmentation in as little as 5 days*. Combined with Radiance actives and our patentedˆ Tri-Enzyme technology, this non-greasy serum will leave skin looking visibly smoother, brighter and radiant.

OLEHENRIKSEN Truth Serum $56

A powerful lightweight serum formulated with vitamin C and collagen for brightening and all-day hydration—like a daily multivitamin for your skin.

MURAD Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum $88

A super-stable, potent brightening serum with vitamin C and glycolic acid to visibly reduce hyperpigmentation for dramatically brighter-looking skin.

BLISS Bright Idea Vitamin C Face Serum $30

This super serum brightens skin, boosts elasticity and protects from free radical damage for next-level glowing results. Smooth on skin 2x daily for maximum brightening benefits.