{"product_id":"dr-althea-gentle-vitamin-c-serum","title":"DR.ALTHEA Gentle Vitamin C Serum","description":"DR.ALTHEA Gentle Vitamin C Serum is made for vitamin C beginners and sensitive skin. It leans on 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, a mild form of vitamin C. This fades the look of dark spots with less risk of stinging.\n\nNiacinamide joins in to even out your skin tone. Sea buckthorn fruit water adds a further boost of vitamin C along with a soothing touch. Green tea leaf water calms your skin as the actives settle in.\n\nThe watery texture absorbs quickly. It leaves a hydrated finish with no sticky residue and no yellowing over time. That keeps it pleasant to wear each day.\n\nIf stronger vitamin C serums have left your skin feeling tight, this one offers a calmer starting point. Your skin gets brightening support without the sting. ** \u003carticle\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Serum Does for Your Skin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDR.ALTHEA Gentle Vitamin C Serum was built for people who find vitamin C too harsh. It swaps sharp acid forms for a milder version instead. 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is a stable, low-irritation form of vitamin C. It fades the look of dark spots without the sting some acids bring. This makes the serum a good place to start if vitamin C has irritated your skin before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula also targets uneven tone. Niacinamide supports a more even complexion as you use it, day after day. Together, these two ingredients tackle dullness and dark spots from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSensitive skin needs comfort, not intensity. Camellia Sinensis leaf water soothes your skin while the actives settle in. The formula is also acne-safe, so breakout-prone skin can use it too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe texture is thin and watery. It sinks in fast and leaves a hydrated finish, with no stickiness and no yellowing over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwenty ingredients make up the whole formula. That keeps things simple if you like to know exactly what you are putting on your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Key Ingredients Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery ingredient earns its place in this formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is the main vitamin C ingredient here. It lightens the look of dark spots while staying kind to skin that reacts easily. Unlike sharper vitamin C forms, it carries a lower risk of stinging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNiacinamide sits alongside it to even out your complexion. It also strengthens your skin barrier as it goes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHippophae Rhamnoides fruit water, known as sea buckthorn, features at a generous 20 per cent concentration. It brings extra vitamin C content and a calming touch to the formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamellia Sinensis leaf water, from green tea, settles skin that flares easily while the actives take hold. Adenosine softens the look of fine lines. Allantoin comforts skin that feels tight or dry. Bifida Ferment Filtrate reinforces your skin barrier from within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these ingredients lighten dullness, ease redness, and reinforce your skin barrier all at once. A shorter ingredient list means fewer places for irritation to hide. That matters if fragrance or heavy formulas usually bother your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Your Skin Responds Over Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone's skin reacts differently to vitamin C serums. This formula was created so you can build a routine with less risk of irritation. Because it favours a stable, low-strength form of vitamin C, your skin can adjust gradually with daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith regular use, your skin tone may start to look more even. Dark spots can begin to look softer, since 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid targets their appearance directly. Niacinamide continues to support an even tone alongside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the serum stays hydrating rather than drying, your skin should not feel tight after use. The finish stays fresh, not sticky, so you can layer other products straight after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are new to vitamin C, pay attention to how your skin feels for the first few uses. Skin that reacts easily can respond differently to any new ingredient. This formula was created with that in mind. Camellia Sinensis leaf water helps keep things calm as your skin adjusts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry to stay consistent once you decide to start. Skin usually responds better to steady, regular use than to occasional applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Layer It in Your Routine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis serum fits neatly into a simple routine. Cleanse your face first, then apply a hydrating toner. Once the toner has sunk in, apply this vitamin C serum next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a moderate amount and pat it into your skin. Patting helps the serum sink in rather than sit on the surface. Give it a moment to settle before your next step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow with a moisturiser to seal in hydration. If you use this serum in the morning, always finish with sunscreen. Vitamin C and sunscreen support each other well through the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also use this serum at night. Apply it after toner and before your night moisturiser, in the same order. Because the texture is thin and light, it will not interfere with the products that follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the bottle away from direct sunlight and store it somewhere cool. This protects the vitamin C content between uses. A little goes a long way, so resist the urge to use more than a few drops at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Serum Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis serum suits anyone trying vitamin C for the first time. If stronger formulas have left your skin stinging or tight, this version may suit you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also suits skin that is sensitive or acne-prone, since the formula is acne-safe. Camellia Sinensis leaf water keeps skin calm throughout use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewcomers often worry that vitamin C means peeling or redness. This formula was created to avoid that experience. The list stays short, at twenty ingredients in total, so there is less room for anything to irritate your skin. If you already reach for other K-beauty staples, like a niacinamide serum, this one layers naturally alongside them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDullness and dark spots are common concerns. The pairing of 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and Niacinamide gives your routine a soft brightening boost. Both target an uneven skin tone in their own way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're ready to give vitamin C a calmer try, add DR.ALTHEA Gentle Vitamin C Serum to your routine. Let your skin ease into brighter, more even-looking days, one layer at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e *** Apply after cleansing and toning, while your skin is still slightly damp.\n\nUse 2 to 3 drops and pat gently across your face and neck.\nPat rather than rub, so the serum sinks in evenly.\nLeave it to settle for a minute before your next step.\n\nUse morning and evening as the first step of your vitamin C care.\nIn the morning, follow with moisturiser and sunscreen.\nIn the evening, follow with your usual night moisturiser.\n\nStore the bottle away from direct sunlight and heat, ideally somewhere cool, to help protect the vitamin C inside.\n\nPairs well with a hydrating toner beforehand and a barrier-supporting moisturiser afterwards. **** Water, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Water, Niacinamide, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Caprylic\/Capric Triglyceride, Castor Oil\/IPDI Copolymer, Acrylates\/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Xanthan Gum, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol ***** 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid - a stable vitamin C derivative that fades the look of dark spots\nNiacinamide - evens out skin tone and supports the skin barrier\nHippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Water - rich in vitamin C, adds a soothing touch\nCamellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Water - calms and settles skin that reacts easily\nAdenosine - softens the look of fine lines\nAllantoin - comforts skin that feels tight or dry\nBifida Ferment Filtrate - reinforces the skin barrier ******","brand":"DR.ALTHEA","offers":[{"title":"30ml","offer_id":56095074812289,"sku":"CH-DAL-SER-0014","price":15.47,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/3325\/8815\/files\/DR.ALTHEAGentleVitaminCSerum-1.png?v=1786694898","url":"https:\/\/calmhavenbeauty.co.uk\/products\/dr-althea-gentle-vitamin-c-serum","provider":"Calm Haven Beauty","version":"1.0","type":"link"}