Serums

Vitamin C Brightening Serum

Name: Vitamin C Brightening Serum
Brand: Botanica
Price: 40.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (213 reviews)

(213)

£40 / 30ml

This serum uses Ascorbyl Glucoside, a stable Vitamin C derivative that converts to pure Ascorbic Acid on the skin, avoiding the oxidation and instability issues of traditional L-Ascorbic Acid formulas. At 15% concentration with Ferulic Acid for enhanced efficacy, clinical testing demonstrated a 31% improvement in skin brightness and a 24% reduction in dark spot intensity after 8 weeks. The formula also delivers potent antioxidant protection against UV-induced free radical damage when used under SPF.

Brightening Dark Spots Anti-Aging

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Aqua, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Propanediol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ferulic Acid, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol

Apply 4-5 drops to clean, dry skin every morning. Wait 60 seconds before applying moisturiser and SPF. For best results, pair with the Daily Defence SPF 30. Introduce gradually if new to Vitamin C — start with every other day for the first week.

Best used: Morning

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Step 1: Cleanse

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Step 4: Protect

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Reviews

4.7 (213 reviews)

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normal skin 15 October 2025

My skin has a visible glow since I started using this. The dark spots from last summer's sun damage are definitely fading. I appreciate that the formula is stable — no orange oxidation after weeks of use.

Michael T.

combination skin 30 September 2025

Solid Vitamin C serum. I switched from a more expensive brand and honestly cannot tell the difference. Takes about 60 seconds to absorb but then sits well under moisturiser and SPF.

Vitamin C Brightening Serum £40

Vitamin C Brightening Serum