Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum 30ml

Description

If you’ve ever wanted a vitamin C serum that actually plays nicely with sensitive skin, the Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum 30ml is worth putting on your radar. This is the brand’s viral brightening serum — a clinically-tested, vegan formula that delivers high-potency vitamin C benefits without the stinging, yellowing, or pungent smell that typically comes with traditional ascorbic acid serums. Clinical testing by the mariedm Skin Research Centre showed measurable pigmentation improvement over 10 days of consistent use.

What makes the Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum stand out is the smart ingredient layering. Instead of one aggressive form of vitamin C, this serum combines 63% Hippophae Rhamnoides (sea buckthorn) water — naturally rich in vitamin C — with 5% niacinamide, 2% tranexamic acid, stable 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid, and alpha-arbutin for multi-angle brightening. Add eight types of hyaluronic acid, ceramide NP, and centella asiatica, and you’ve got a serum that brightens, hydrates, and calms at the same time. Great for anyone with dullness, dark spots, or sensitive pigmentation-prone skin. Pair it with the [INTERNAL LINK: Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum at night for a double-pronged brightening routine.

Brightens Dullness — 63% sea buckthorn water, naturally packed with vitamin C, helps restore radiance to tired, lackluster skin.

• Fades Dark Spots — 2% tranexamic acid and alpha-arbutin in the Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum target pigmentation, post-acne marks, and uneven tone.
• Gentle on Sensitive Skin — Free from artificial coloring, fragrance, and harsh acids — vegan-certified and dermatologist-tested.
• Deep Hydration — 8 types of hyaluronic acid plus ceramide NP flood skin with moisture without any stickiness.
• Calms & Soothes — Centella asiatica leaf water and bisabolol reduce redness and support a healthy, comfortable complexion.

Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Water (63%) The hero of the formula. Sea buckthorn fruit is naturally loaded with vitamin C, vitamin E, K, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids. It brightens, protects against oxidative damage, and nourishes skin — all without the irritation pure L-ascorbic acid can cause.

Niacinamide (5%) A multitasking form of vitamin B3 that evens skin tone, reduces the look of pores, and strengthens the moisture barrier. At 5%, it’s concentrated enough to fade dark spots but gentle enough for daily use.

Tranexamic Acid (2%) A clinically recognized pigmentation-fighter that interrupts the melanin pathway behind stubborn dark spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory marks. It pairs beautifully with niacinamide for layered brightening.

3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid A more stable, less-irritating form of vitamin C that penetrates skin effectively. It brightens, supports collagen, and protects against free radicals — perfect for those who find traditional vitamin C too harsh.

Alpha-Arbutin A gentle, plant-derived brightening active that blocks melanin production. It’s a softer alternative to hydroquinone and works alongside tranexamic acid for more comprehensive pigmentation care.

8 Types of Hyaluronic Acid A multi-weight hyaluronic acid blend that hydrates every layer of the skin, keeping everything plump, dewy, and bouncy without any tacky feeling.

Centella Asiatica Leaf Water + Ceramide NP The calming and barrier-supporting duo. Centella reduces redness from daily stressors, while ceramide NP reinforces the skin barrier so actives feel gentler and more tolerable.

Not Recommended For

⚠️ Anyone with a known allergy to sea buckthorn, niacinamide, or vitamin C derivatives — patch test first.

⚠️ Those using very strong exfoliating acids the same time of day — space them out to avoid sensitivity.

Cleanse & Tone — Start with a clean face and your favorite hydrating toner.

• Dispense 2–3 Drops — Use the dropper to apply onto clean fingertips.
• Pat Into Skin — Gently press across the entire face, focusing on dark spots and dull areas.
• Follow Up — Layer with your moisturizer and, in the morning, always finish with SPF 30+.

Use: AM & PM

Where in routine: After toner, before moisturizer

Pro Tip: In the morning, always finish your routine with a broad-spectrum sunscreen. Vitamin C and sunscreen together amplify each other’s brightening and protective benefits, so you’ll see dark spots fade faster.