A vitamin C brightening serum with tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate designed to enhance skin radiance and clarity.
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Early verdict · Few reviews so farWhat the gurus are saying
This exfoliating serum wins consistent praise for delivering visible brightening results. The vitamin C form used here (tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate) works well for those with sensitive skin who find regular ascorbic acid too harsh, making it a gentler alternative that still performs. One thing to note: there's concern about inconsistency in recent batches, so you may want to patch-test a new jar before committing to regular use.
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A vitamin C brightening serum with tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate designed to enhance skin radiance and clarity.
Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 78%.
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