Due to the low concentration of pure vitamin C (which can potentially irritate your skin), this serum may appeal to sensitive skin types. Some By Mi Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Serum Key Ingredients Panthenol: An ingredient found in many popular Korean facial moisturizers, panthenol is known for its moisturizing benefits, providing a boost of hydration to your skin.

The serum contains a vitamin C derivative, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, and a small amount of pure vitamin C (ascorbic acid) to give your skin the brightening and antioxidant benefits of vitamin C. Centella Asiatica, Madecassoside, and Asiaticoside: Centella asiatica, along with madecassoside and asiaticoside, which are derived from centella asiatica, are ingredients that help to soothe and replenish sensitive skin. Adenosine: A potent anti-inflammatory found naturally in our bodies that is used to help reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles. It also helps to improve the skin’s natural moisturizing factors. The serum is full of skin-loving ingredients to brighten, soothe, hydrate, and nourish your complexion.

Please note that there are essential oils (bergamot and lavender) in this Korean serum, although it is free of artificial fragrance. Arbutin: An antioxidant and skin brightener as it inhibits melanin production. Melanin is the pigment that gives our skin its color. Citrus Fruit Extracts: A blend of lemon, lime, orange, tangerine, and grapefruit extracts and improves skin radiance and luminosity. Trehalose, Glucose, and Fructose: Sugars with water-binding properties that help keep your skin hydrated and plump.

Panthenol: Also known as pro-vitamin B5, panthenol helps to soothe skin and reduce inflammation while offering moisturizing benefits. Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate: Also known as Pitera, this ingredient is derived from yeast and is full of vitamins, minerals, and moisturizing amino acids. It has also been shown to reduce the appearance of skin pigmentation. It has antioxidant benefits and helps to increase hyaluronan (hyaluronic acid) production in your skin, which improves hydration and supports a healthy skin barrier. Panthenol: Panthenol, also known as pro-vitamin B5, is a humectant and anti-inflammatory. It helps to hydrate skin and support its barrier function.Squalane: A plant-derived oil that helps strengthen your skin’s barrier and protect it from dehydration. Sodium Hyaluronate Liquid: Sodium hyaluronate liquid is listed at 89% concentration and as the first ingredient of this serum. Sodium hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid, the famous hydrator and skin plumper. If you have dry or dehydrated skin, this ingredient is a savior.

Using a vitamin C serum during the day is a great way to provide continuous protection from environmental stresses and get some brightening effects. The serum is formulated with a 7% concentration of a vitamin C derivative, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, which is more stable than pure vitamin C, yet absorbs into your skin and metabolizes into pure vitamin C in your skin to provide antioxidant, collagen-boosting, and brightening benefits. Fragrance?: No added fragrance! and No essential oils – and I don’t get strong/harsh smells from thisVitamin C can also help brighten pigmentation by targeting dark spots, uneven skin tone, discoloration, and other hyperpigmentation issues since Vitamin C inhibits tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in melanin production. Melanin is a pigment that gives our skin color. Ascorbic Acid: Better known as pure vitamin C, ascorbic acid helps brighten skin, reduce signs of aging, and promote collagen production. Ascorbic acid is notoriously unstable and has a shorter shelf life than its derivatives. Green Tea Extract: A potent antioxidant, this ingredient helps to reduce inflammation and protect your skin from damage caused by environmental stressors. It also offers a calming effect on irritated or sensitive skin.