If you've been putting off adding vitamin C to your routine because you're worried about irritation, yellowing, or that classic vitamin C smell — this is the one. The Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum delivers a 20% vita-boosting complex built around 63% sea buckthorn (Hippophae Rhamnoides) water, one of nature's most vitamin-C-rich ingredients. The result is a stable, gentle, daily brightening serum that won't stress your skin out.
Key Benefits
- Visibly brighter, more even skin tone — 63% sea buckthorn water combined with 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and niacinamide work together to visibly reduce the appearance of dullness and uneven pigmentation
- Visibly reduced dark spots — 2% tranexamic acid and alpha arbutin help visibly fade the appearance of dark spots and post-blemish marks over time
- Deep, lasting hydration — 8 types of hyaluronic acid (including sodium hyaluronate, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, sodium acetylated hyaluronate and hyaluronic acid crosspolymer) deliver multi-depth moisture without stickiness
- Stable vitamin C, no irritation — 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is a highly stable vitamin C derivative that delivers brightening benefits without the oxidation, yellowing, or sensitisation associated with pure L-ascorbic acid
- Visible anti-aging support — adenosine and allantoin help visibly soften the appearance of fine lines while soothing and conditioning the skin
- Lightweight, non-greasy finish — watery texture absorbs quickly and sits comfortably under SPF and makeup
Suitable For
- All skin types
- Sensitive skin
- Dull or uneven skin tone
- Dark spots and post-blemish marks
- Those new to vitamin C serums
- Vegan skincare routines
How to Use
After cleansing and toning, use the dropper to dispense a small amount of serum onto the face. Gently pat in until fully absorbed. Can be used morning and/or evening. If using in the morning, always follow with SPF — vitamin C and sun protection work best together.
Key Ingredients
- Sea Buckthorn Water / Hippophae Rhamnoides Water (63%) — naturally vitamin-C-rich botanical water that visibly brightens and helps even skin tone; claimed to contain over 200 times the vitamin content of apples
- 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid — a stable, non-irritating vitamin C derivative that visibly improves radiance and helps support collagen appearance without oxidising or yellowing
- Niacinamide (5%) — helps visibly minimise the appearance of pores, refine skin texture, and even out skin tone
- Tranexamic Acid (2%) — helps visibly fade the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation for a more even-looking complexion
- Centella Asiatica Leaf Water — soothing and calming, helps skin look and feel more settled
- 8 Types of Hyaluronic Acid — multi-molecular weight hydration complex for visible plumping and long-lasting moisture
- Adenosine — helps visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines over time
- Tocopherol (Vitamin E) — antioxidant that helps protect skin's appearance from environmental stressors
Full INCI
Water, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Dipropylene Glycol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Panthenol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Xanthan Gum, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Allantoin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Tocopherol, Thiamine HCl, Niacin, Ascorbic Acid, Biotin, Pantothenic Acid, Folic Acid, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine, Taurine, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Product Details
- Brand: Dr. Althea
- Size: 30ml
- Skin Type: All skin types
- Vegan: Yes
- Artificial fragrance-free: Yes
- Made in: South Korea