Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum is a Korean, vegan facial serum formulated with 63% Hippophae Rhamnoides (sea buckthorn) water, 5% niacinamide, and 2% tranexamic acid to visibly fade dark spots, even out skin tone, and restore radiance without irritation. This RENEWED 30ml formula delivers brightening Vitamin C from a natural source that contains more than 3.2 times the Vitamin C of lemons, plus 8 types of hyaluronic acid for non-sticky daily hydration.

Why This Serum Works

Unlike pure L-Ascorbic Acid serums that can sting or yellow over time, this gentle vitamin C boosting serum pairs a stabilized Vitamin C derivative (3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid) with niacinamide and tranexamic acid to interrupt melanin production at multiple points. In a brand clinical trial, the formula was shown to improve pigmentation by 5.51% in just 10 days, making it suitable for daily use on sensitive skin in the UAE climate.

Ideal For

This Korean vitamin C serum is ideal for anyone with dark spots, hyperpigmentation, dullness, uneven tone, or post-acne marks who has found traditional ascorbic acid serums too harsh. The vegan, EWG Green Grade, hypoallergenic formula is free from artificial colours, fragrance, and parabens, making it safe for sensitive skin, dry skin, oily skin, and combination skin types.

• 63% Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Water: a natural source of Vitamin C with antioxidant, brightening, and barrier-soothing benefits

• 5% Niacinamide: evens skin tone, reduces dullness, and strengthens the moisture barrier

• 2% Tranexamic Acid: targets stubborn dark spots, post-acne marks, and melasma

• 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid + D-Panthenol: a 45,000ppm brightening blend that suppresses melanin pigmentation

• 8 Types of Hyaluronic Acid: deeply hydrate without stickiness for a glowing, plump finish

• Allantoin, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), and Adenosine: soothe irritation, support firmness, and reduce fine lines

1. After cleansing, apply your usual toner to prep and hydrate the skin.

2. Dispense 2-3 drops of serum onto fingertips and gently pat across the face and neck until fully absorbed.

3. Follow with moisturiser. In the morning, always finish with broad-spectrum sunscreen, as brighter skin is more sensitive to UV exposure.