Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum (30ml)

Hippophae Rhamnoides Water, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Water, Methyl Gluceth-20, Methylpropanediol, Betaine, Tranexamic Acid, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carbomer, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, C12-14 Pareth-12, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Tromethamine, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Fructooligosaccharides, Beta-Glucan, Ascorbic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP, Alpha-Arbutin, Tocopherol, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Bisabolol, Ubiquinone, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

30ml

12 May 2028

(1) Can I use this serum with retinol or AHAs/BHAs?
Yes, you can use this serum with retinol or AHAs/BHAs, but caution and proper sequencing are advised. This serum contains active ingredients like Tranexamic Acid and Niacinamide. To avoid potential irritation, it is recommended to not apply them simultaneously. A common approach is to use this Vitamin C Boosting Serum in your morning routine and your retinol or AHA/BHA treatments in your evening routine. Always listen to your skin and introduce actives slowly.

(2) When is the best time to apply this serum?
The best time to apply this serum is in the morning. As part of the recommended "HOW TO USE" steps, it is crucial to always follow it with sunscreen during the day. Using vitamin C and brightening agents in the morning helps protect the skin from free radical damage encountered throughout the day and maximises its brightening effects when paired with sun protection.

(3) Can I use this serum during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
While the serum is formulated with clean beauty principles and is free from artificial colors and fragrances, it contains active ingredients like Tranexamic Acid. As a standard and important precaution for pregnancy and breastfeeding, it is always essential to consult with your healthcare provider or a dermatologist before introducing any new active treatment serum into your routine.

(4) Is this serum safe for sensitive skin?
Yes, this serum is designed to be safe for sensitive skin. The product information explicitly states it is "ideal for sensitive skin" and is "free from artificial colors and fragrances," which are common irritants. It also contains soothing ingredients like Centella Asiatica Leaf Water to comfort delicate skin. However, as with any new product, it is advisable to perform a patch test first.

(5) If I am new to Vitamin C, can I use this or is it too potent that I have to start with Dr. Althea Gentle Vitamin C Serum?
This serum is a potent formula featuring a high concentration of Hippophae Rhamnoides Water and active brighteners like Tranexamic Acid. If you are new to vitamin C or have very sensitive skin, it is generally recommended to start with a gentler introductory product, like the Dr. Althea Gentle Vitamin C Serum (if one exists), to allow your skin to build tolerance before transitioning to this more powerful boosting serum.

(6) Can this be used concurrently with Gentle Vitamin C Serum or alternate between day/night usage?
It is not recommended to use two potent vitamin C serums concurrently, as this could lead to over-exfoliation or irritation. A more effective strategy would be to alternate them. You could use the stronger Vitamin C Boosting Serum in the morning and the gentler Gentle Vitamin C Serum at night, or vice versa, depending on your skin's tolerance and the specific goals of each product. It is best to assess your skin's needs and introduce one product at a time.