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#1 Revitalift Vitamin C Serum
Formulated for optimal skin absorption, the airtight packaging on this standout L’Oreal product helps ensure that the vitamin C inside stays stable and therefore effective. Our Lab experts think it’s especially great for targeting hyperpigmentation (a.k.a. dark spots) since you can use the precise, pointed applicator to spot-treat problem areas.
#2TruSkin Vitamin C Serum
The TruSkin Vitamin C Serum is an Amazon best seller, with a solid 4.5 stars out of 60,000 reviews. The serum contains a blend of Vitamin C, hyaluronic acid and aloe vera for extra hydration support. It also contains vitamin E, which is another antioxidant that works synergistically with the vitamin C to boost the antioxidant effect, as Love noted.
#3 Skinceuticals CE Ferulic
Campbell says that this Skinceuticals serum works for most skin types, although it’s indicated for combination or dry skin. “[Skinceuticals] are the original inventors of topical antioxidants — aka vitamin C — for anti-aging. They have done all the clinical trials showing it helps calm inflammation, reduce signs of aging and even repairs DNA damage that can lead to skin cancers,” says Campbell.
#4 Ole Henriksen Truth Serum
The Ole Henriksen Truth Serum contains a vitamin C complex, collagen, orange and green tea extracts, and aloe. One Sephora reviewer said “I’ve gotten multiple compliments on how clear and glowy my skin looks! Not only that, but it’s even helped reduce some of my acne scars. It seriously has been a game-changer in my daily routine — it smells great, isn’t sticky, and the results are legit.”
#5 Bright Idea Vitamin C & Tri-Peptide Collagen Serum
This is formulated with a newer form of vitamin C called 3-O ethyl ascorbic acid, which is thought to be less irritating without sacrificing efficacy. The formula is collagen-protecting and brightening to fade dark spots, firm skin and improve texture. The brand claims the formula is ultra-stable, so it can live right in your medicine cabinet or vanity.
#6 Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop
A K-beauty favorite and Amazon best-seller, this daily serum is gentle enough to be used everyday. It has a smaller concentration of 5% vitamin C, and the brand claims that it can help clear irritation, fade scars and dark spots and protect the skin from hyperpigmentation.