COSRX
Vitamin C 23 Serum
A nourishing serum by COSRX — featuring Ascorbic Acid (brightens) and 2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (stable vitamin c derivative…).
30 of 30 ingredients identified
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Category breakdown
Emollient · 7Antioxidant · 7Active · 5Solvent / vehicle · 3Soothing · 3Other · 3Humectant · 2
Relationships
Works well together
Ascorbic Acid + Tocopherol2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid + Niacinamide2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid + TocopherolSodium Hyaluronate + NiacinamideAdenosine + NiacinamideAcetyl Glucosamine + NiacinamideTocotrienol + TocopherolGlutathione + Ascorbic AcidGlutathione + TocopherolHelianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil + TocopherolCamellia Oil + SqualaneBeta-Carotene + TocopherolBeta-Carotene + Ascorbic Acid
Full ingredient breakdown
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Pure vitamin C; a potent antioxidant and brightener.
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Pro-vitamin B5 that soothes and hydrates.
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An ether derivative of L-ascorbic acid in which the 3-OH position is protected by an ethyl group, making it stable in water-based formulas. Converts to Vitamin C inside skin cells. Used widely in Japanese brightening products (Shiseido, Elixir) as a quasi-drug-adjacent brightening active.
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An antioxidant used to reduce the look of puffiness and dark circles.
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The salt form of hyaluronic acid; penetrates more readily.
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A nucleoside used at low concentrations to help smooth the look of fine lines; a common K-beauty anti-aging active.
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An amino-sugar (a hyaluronic acid building block) that helps fade uneven pigmentation and supports skin hydration. Pairs well with niacinamide for tone.
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An extract from the fruit of Gardenia florida (Cape jasmine) containing crocin and other antioxidant polyphenols that protect skin from oxidative stress.
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A gentle soothing and skin-conditioning agent.
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A form of vitamin E (tocotrienol forms: alpha, beta, gamma, delta) with unsaturated side chains. More potent free radical scavenging than tocopherols. Rice bran is one of the richest natural sources. Used in Bijin Nuka's rice-based moisturizer.
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Vitamin E; a lipid-soluble antioxidant that also conditions skin.
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A naturally occurring amino acid that acts as a humectant and supports the skin's own moisture-retention system.
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A versatile vitamin B3 derivative with multiple benefits.
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A tripeptide antioxidant valued in skincare for its skin-brightening and free-radical-scavenging effects.
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An extract from carrot (Daucus carota sativa) root rich in beta-carotene and other carotenoids, used in cosmetics for antioxidant and skin-brightening benefits.
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A botanical that soothes and gently brightens.
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A carotenoid pigment found in carrots, algae, and other plants. Functions as an antioxidant and as provitamin A (converts to retinol in the body). In skincare, also used as a colorant and antioxidant booster.