9 best of the best Vitamin C Serum In India With Pros And Cons (as of 2021 Oct) – Not all Vitamin C serum have the same efficiency or effectiveness. Depending on how they are formulated, their efficiency varies greatly.
The below mentioned products do not disturb the skin’s outer defence barrier and hence, are the best formulations that penetrate the skin and also, show visible results.
Start with a low concentration of 5% vitamin C until your skin gets used to it and, gradually work your way up to 20% concentration.
For your convenience, i have included the ingredient analysis for each product with its pros and cons. 🙂
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Vitamin C Benefits
Protects the skin from UV ray damage
Fights free radical damage or DNA damage
Brightens skin
Improves skin texture and tone
Boosts collagen production thus, reduces lines and wrinkles
Fades dark spots, pigmentation and blemishes
Reduces inflammation
Which Vitamin C Serum Is the Best Among The Hundred Others In The Market?
Worry Not!
The below mentioned are the best vitamin C serum in India with their pros and cons listed. This compilation is as of 2021. I will update this list periodically.
Minimalist 10% Vitamin C Face Serum
PRICE – 699 (Sale Price – 590)
A glow-boosting daily serum packaged with the goodness of Vitamin C that brightens and tones sun damaged and dull skin with dark spots.
Made with stabilized Vitamin C derivative “Ethyl Ascorbic Acid” that has 86% pure Vitamin C content. That is much higher than 40-50% content present in other Vitamin C derivatives.
One of the best vitamin C serum in India that is affordable and stable.
PROS
Good for beginners
Free from fragrance, silicones, sulphates, parabens, essential oils and dyes.
Vitamin C is stable, does not oxidise and turn yellow
Light weight serum
Non oily and non greasy
Gets absorbed quickly
Matte effect/finish
Contains skin soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica
Also helps exfoliates skin with Lactic acid
No breakouts or irritation on sensitive skin
Imparts a glow and improves skin texture
Brightens skin
Reduces dullness, pigmentation, uneven skin tone and sun tan
Can be layered with other products and makeup
Suits all skin types
Budget friendly
Easily available online
CONS
Nothing
Hope it comes with a 15% and 20% concentration in the future
Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop – 5% Vitamin C Serum
PRICE – 1570 (Sale Price – 1250/-)
This hypoallergenic vitamin serum was formulated with stabilized pure Vitamin C to treat dead skin cells, dull skin tone and enlarged pores.
Use overnight to enjoy brighter complexion and clearer skin on the following morning!
PROS
Non oily and non greasy
Dewy finish
Has various flower, root and bark extracts and oils like orange, Lavender
Contains soothing & smoothing ingredient, centella asiatica
No breakouts or irritation
Helps prevent new pimples
Tightens pores
Reduces dark spots and pigmentation
Smoothens skin texture
Adds brightness and glow
Works well under makeup
Suits all skin types
No artificial fragrance added
CONS
Costly but totally worth it
Skin N Lab Vitamin C Brightening Serum
PRICE – 1650/- (14$)
I have yet to grab this on sale.
The gentle and non-irritating vitamin c serum, formulated with synthetic Vitamin C to ensure a stabilized formula and maximum efficacy.
Along with Niacinamide and Peptides to boost the brightening and anti-aging effects. With a lightweight formula, it absorbs quickly into skin to leave it brighter, firmer and moisturized. without the grassiness.
PROS
Antioxidant rich serum
Light weight and pale yellow in colour
Glides smoothly
Gel like thicker texture
Non sticky and non oily
Improves skin tone and texture
No breakouts or irritations
Brightens skin within a month’s time
Hydrates and nourishes
Leaves your skin smoother, healthy and glowing
Fades acne scars, dark spots
Rejuvenates lifeless dull skin
No particular scent
Contains a blend of various vitamins
Perfect for sensitive skin
Free from alcohol, parabens, allergens, silicones and fragrance
CONS
Exact percentage of Vitamin C not mentioned clearly.
Works slowly on blemishes and pigmentation
Best suited for winter season
Goodal Green Tangerine VITA C Dark Spot Serum Plus
PRICE – 1850/- (Sale price – 1295/-)
The nature-based tangerine ingredient, extracted from clean Jeju Island will energize and gently improve your blemishes without irritating your sensitive skin.
62% Green tangerine extract with nature-derived Vitamin C that add vitality and energy to skin
Skin-brightening ingredient* that helps removing dark spots and brightens your skin tone (* Niacinamide)
Seven patented plant ingredients* and panthenol (* Rosemary, Camomile, Green Tea, Centella, Licorice, Asiatic Knotweed, Skullcap)
PROS
Gel like serum, Yellowish in colour
Gets absorbed easily
Brightens skin
Fades acne scars
Mild citrusy fragrance
Does not irritate sensitive skin
Soothes skin with green tea and centella extracts
Hydrates and adds glow to your skin
Improves skin texture
CONS
Little sticky
Takes time to show results
May cause breakout because of Carrageenan extract in it.
By WISHTREND Pure Vitamin C21.5 Advanced Serum
PRICE – 1950 😭😭😭
The Bywishtrend Pure Vitamin C21.5 Advanced Serum containing 21.5% of Vitamin C that helps promote collagen production and helps skin to heal scars faster, resulting in brighter and healthier skin.
PROS
Best for hyperpigmentation, acne scars and other blemishes
70% vitamin tree water and 21.5% vitamin c
Light weight and clear serum
Non oily and non sticky
glides effortlessly
Gets absorbed quickly
Tingling sensation but no breakouts, redness or other irritation
Dries out pimples
Leaves skin Smoother, brighter and even toned
Fades blemishes effectively and faster too
Skin looks hydrated and healthy
CONS
Sometimes it leaves a residue behind because of high concentration of vitamin C
It has to be stored in the refrigerator
Also, it stings but it goes away quickly though
Too costly for me 🙁
PURITO Pure Vitamin C Serum
PRICE – 1550 (Sale price – 1200/-)
Purito Pure Vitamin C Serum boasts of 10% vitamin C and 84% Hyaluronic Acid as the main ingredients, along with natural Niacinamide and Red Ginseng extract to rejuvenate the skin.
The Purito Pure Vitamin C Serum relieves acne scars, dark circles, and freckles, with whitening functionality and prevents skin aging.
The serum ensures clear skin tone and firm healthy skin the next day.
PROS
Light weight
Not oily or tacky
Gets absorbed quickly
Skin tingles a bit
Hydrates and plumps the skin
Brightens and evens out the skin
CONS
Balls up under certain products (Piling)
Mildly sticky
Not for sensitive skin
SOME BY MI GALACTOMYCES PURE VITAMIN C SERUM
PRICE – 2200 (Sale price – 1265/-)
Contain 88% of toner and 75% of serum to nourish and moisturise the skin and make the skin texture smoother
High concentration pure Vitamin C + 10 vitamins
Contains 1% pure ascorbic acid toner and 3% serum to soothe tired skin from ultraviolet rays and help maintain clear skin
Vitamin C, which helps boost immunity, is an essential daily nutrient for health and life
PROS
Light weight
Spreads effortlessly
Gets absorbed quickly
Non oily and non sticky
Brightens skin complexion
Improves skin texture and tone
Perfect for dull skin
Plumps and hydrates your skin
Fades appearance of lines and wrinkles
CONS
Contains artificial fragrance and colours. 🙁 (Just Why???)
May not suit acne prone, sensitive skin
Low vitamin C content 3%
Garnier Bright Complete 30X VITAMIN C Booster Face Serum
PRICE – 449 (Sale price – 382/-)
Enriched with powerful ingredients like 30X VITAMIN C* and Lemons, the lightweight and non-oily formula serum for face instantly penetrates into the skin.
Whether you have oily skin or skin that is sensitive and dry, this face serum for skin is dermatologically tested and suitable for all skin types.
PROS
Reasonably priced
Milky white colour
Thicker gel consistency
Spreads easily and gets absorbed quickly too
Non sticky
Pleasant fragrance
Hydrates and softens the skin
Brightens skin complexion
Does not oxidise quickly
Visible results in 2 weeks
CONS
Little bit oily
Contains artificial fragrance and alcohol
Concentration of Vitamin C has not been mentioned.
Does not come in a dark bottle
ETUDE HOUSE Vitamin C-Talk Serum
PRICE – 1600 (Sale price – 800/-)
What it is: Daily serum with vitamins that provide a clean-looking base for dark spots.
Multi-vitamin serum that contains 10% of vitamin derivatives
Vitamin B3 derivative (niacinamide): For clean and clear skin
Vitamin C derivative (Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether): For brighter skin
Finally, Vitamin B5 derivative (panthenol): Intensely moisturises skin
PROS
Light weight
Affordable
Gets absorbed easily
No irritations or breakouts
Moisturises the skin
Lightens blemishes as it has tranexamic acid
Fades acne scars
CONS
Contains artificial fragrance
Natural Vitamin C Serum Worth Mentioning
I haven’t tried these as they contain essential oils which is not suitable for my sensitive skin.
Ilana Organics Brightening Skin Serum
Dr Sheth’s Amla VC20 Vitamin C Serum
Earth Rhythm Glow boost concentrate, 20% Vitamin C
Raw Concoctions Ultimate Skin Perfecting Elixir
CONCLUSION
Not everyone of these may suit your skin type so play around with these to find the best vitamin C serum suited to your skin. All of these above mentioned serum contain one of the vitamin C derivatives.
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate is the most potent derivative with maximum penetration ability among all the vitamin C derivatives like L- ascorbic acid and Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate.
Now you have reached the end of this article, the best vitamin C serum in India with pros and cons, suitable for oily skin, acne prone skin and sensitive skin.