Dr. Althea

Dr. Althea Gentle Vitamin C Serum (30ml)

CAD $21 CAD $28

Kiyoko's Notes

A beginner-friendly Vitamin C that is gentle and safe for acne and fungal acne prone skin 

Dr.Althea Gentle Vitamin C is a beginner friendly serum designed to combat dark spots and improve skin tone. Formulated with Niacinamide, 3-0-ethyl ascorbic acid, and Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract, it surpasses vitamin C levels found in various fruits. Tailored for sensitive skin, the serum's minimalistic composition of under 20 ingredients is acne-safe and enriched with Camellia sinensis leaf water for soothing effects. Its innovative oil capsule system provides a watery, non-sticky texture, delivering deep hydration and addressing elasticity, firmness, and anti-aging concerns through Allantoin and Adenosine.       

Features

Vegan
Gentle for daily use and formulated with only 19 ingredients
Maximum stability and absorption due to oil capsule system 
Firms and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Safe for fungal acne

Skin Concerns

Dullness
Hyperpigmentation
Anti-aging 
Dehydrated skin
Acne

Skin Types

All skin types, including sensitive skin

Made In

South Korea

How to use

  1. Prep skin with a toner

  2. Apply a few drops of serum and pat skin for better absorption

Recommended to store in refrigerator or cool, dark place

Ingredients

Key Ingredients

Niacinamide: address hyperpigmentation

3-0-ethyl ascorbic acid: neutralize free radicals and inhibits melanin production

Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract: removes toxic substances and improves skin tone

 

Ingredient Highlights

Mineral-Oil Free
Paraben-Free
Fragrance-Free
Sulfate-Free
Alcohol-Free
Silicone-Free

Full list of ingredients

Water, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Pentylene Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Hydrogenated C6-20 Polyolefin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer

Actual ingredients of a specific product option might vary from this list as the ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. Please check the product packaging for the most updated ingredient list.

Customer Reviews

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N.F.
Very gentle

I had a bad experience in the past with a vit c serum from the US, but I purchased this one because it said it was gentle on the skin. Great product and will definitely be repurchasing!

G
G.
Effective and good for sensitive skin

This serum doesn't irritate my skin at all. It does take a while to fade dark spots but it's soothing on the skin and I like it so far!

I
I.G.
The best product with Vitamin C!

The product is effective, delicate and non-irritating. This is the only vitamin C product that won't burn my face. I recommend it to anyone with sensitive combination skin.

The term of use of the product is 1 month.

K
K.H.
Zesty Fresh Skin

I smell good, I feel less old, I am a happy sponge.

L
L.R.
dark spots

I think it takes a while for it to fully remove dark spots, but i have seen improvements.