Skincare glossary
Vitamin C
A powerful antioxidant that also supports collagen production.
- Who it suits
- Dull or uneven-toned skin.
Why is vitamin C used?
It's there to brighten dull skin, even out tone, and help defend against daily environmental damage.
Worth knowing
Not all “vitamin C” is equal. The specific form and how it's formulated matters more than the percentage on the bottle.
Products with vitamin c
Antioxidant vitamin CSkinCeuticals
££££C E Ferulic
A high-strength antioxidant serum with 15% pure vitamin C, designed for visible signs of ageing and uneven tone
Vitamin C treatmentDr Sam's
£££Flawless Vitamin C NAD+ Serum
Vitamin C serum for brightening and antioxidant support
Vitamin C SPF 30Medik8
£££Daily Radiance Vitamin C SPF30
Vitamin C moisturiser with SPF30
Barrier-supporting oilEve Lom
££££Renewal Treatment Oil
A lightweight facial oil blending botanical oils, ceramides and active lipids to nourish and support the skin barrier
Tatcha
££££The Brightening Eye Cream
Multi-active vitamin C eye cream for brightness
Vitamin C eye careOle Henriksen
££Banana Bright+ Vitamin C Eye Crème
Vitamin C eye cream for brighter-looking eyes
Vitamin C eye creamDrunk Elephant
£££C-Tango Multivitamin Eye Cream
Vitamin-rich eye cream for brightness and firmness
Articles mentioning vitamin c
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