Vitamin C Serum 12% for Brightening & Uneven-Looking Skin — Alpha Arbutin + Polyglutamic Acid
COSMECELL
Vitamin C Serum 12% · 30 ml
Brighter-looking, more even-toned skin. With a hydrated, smoother feel.
A lightweight serum with 12% Ascorbic Acid, 2% Alpha Arbutin and 1% Polyglutamic Acid that brightens the look of dull, uneven-looking skin.
Key benefits at a glance
The promise
What it does for your skin
01
Brightens the look of dullness
Ascorbic acid helps brighten the look of skin for a fresher-looking complexion.
02
Evens the look of tone
Alpha arbutin helps improve the appearance of uneven-looking tone and dark spots.
03
Hydrated, plump-looking finish
Polyglutamic acid supports a hydrated, smoother skin feel.
The science
Vitamin C with two supporting actives
Ascorbic acid leads on brightness, alpha arbutin works on the look of uneven tone and dark spots, and polyglutamic acid keeps skin feeling hydrated. Tap an active to learn more.
Vitamin CAscorbic Acid 12%
Helps brighten the look of skin, supporting a fresher-looking complexion.
Tone supportAlpha Arbutin 2%
Helps improve the appearance of uneven-looking tone and dark spots.
HydrationPolyglutamic Acid 1%
Supports a hydrated, plump-looking finish and a smoother skin feel.
Also in the formulaSupporting ingredients
D-panthenol with licorice, bearberry, orange and cucumber extracts.
The routine
Your daily brightening ritual
Morning
With sunscreen
After cleansing, apply a few drops, then moisturiser and sunscreen.
Evening
Pair smartly
Many routines use vitamin C in the morning and azelaic or salicylic acid at night.
Every day
Go gradually
Introduce gradually if your skin is sensitive, one active at a time.
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Vitamin C works alongside, not instead of, sunscreen.
Made for you
Who it's for
- Dull, uneven-looking skin
- The look of dark spots and tan
- Most skin types
- Anyone who wants a lightweight layer under SPF
How to use
Step by step
Cleanse
Start with clean, dry skin.
Apply
Take 2–3 drops on your fingertips and tap onto the face.
Spread
Spread in circular motions and let it absorb.
Protect
Follow with moisturiser, and sunscreen during the day.
Introduce gradually if your skin is sensitive. Patch test and add one active at a time.
Why Cosmecell
How it compares
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COSMECELL Vitamin C Serum 12% |
Typical market product | |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 12% Ascorbic Acid, % on pack | % not always stated |
| Tone partner | Alpha Arbutin 2% | Often vitamin C alone |
| Hydration | Polyglutamic Acid 1% | Not always included |
| Texture | Lightweight, layers under SPF | Varies by formula |
| Full ingredient list | Shown on this page | Not always shown |
Compared with typical products in this category in general; no specific brand is referenced.
Our standard
Formulated to be trusted
Actives % on pack
Ascorbic acid, alpha arbutin and polyglutamic acid.
Lightweight
Layers easily under moisturiser and sunscreen.
Full ingredient list
Every ingredient listed on this page.
Questions
Frequently asked
What is in the Cosmecell Vitamin C Serum 12%?
12% ascorbic acid, 2% alpha arbutin and 1% polyglutamic acid in a lightweight serum that helps skin look brighter and more even, with a hydrated, smoother feel.
When should I apply vitamin C serum?
Apply a few drops to clean, dry skin, then moisturiser. Morning use pairs well with sunscreen; introduce gradually if your skin is sensitive.
Do I need sunscreen with vitamin C?
Yes. Vitamin C works alongside, not instead of, a broad-spectrum sunscreen. Wear SPF every morning.
Can I use vitamin C with azelaic acid or salicylic acid?
Yes, with care. A common approach is vitamin C in the morning and azelaic or salicylic acid in the evening. Patch test and add one active at a time.
Which skin types is it for?
It is suitable for most skin types. Introduce gradually if your skin is sensitive.
COSMECELL
Science for visibly brighter-looking skin
For external cosmetic use only.
Aqua, Proplene glycol, Glycerin, Alpha Arbutin, Diethylene glycol monoethylether, D-Panthenol, Poly glutamic acid, Ascorbic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Glycyrrhiza glabra ext, Arctostaphylos uvaursi ext, Citrus sinensis ext, Cucumis sativus ext, Xanthan gum, Natural fragrance.
After cleansing take 2-3 drops of Ascorbic acid serum on your fingertips with the dropper. Apply it on the face by gently tapping it on the skin. With a circular motion, evenly spread the serum and allow your skin to absorb it.
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