10% Vitamin C Face Serum with 5% Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Acid

A triple-active brightening serum with 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (EAA) at a brand-confirmed 10%, Niacinamide at a brand-confirmed 5%, and Sodium Hyaluronate for hydration. Gluconolactone (PHA) appears at position 13, adding gentle exfoliation and antioxidant synergy. Ferulic Acid at position 12 stabilises EAA against oxidation. The formula uses Sodium Phytate (plant-derived, biodegradable chelator) - a positive sustainability and safety choice over EDTA. Sodium Metabisulfite is an antioxidant stabiliser that protects EAA from degradation. Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate is a light stabiliser used to protect the formula from UV-induced degradation. Calcium Gluconate acts as an ionic stabiliser. One of the more technically sophisticated Vitamin C formulas available in the Indian mass-premium segment.

Approved

Clean Sheet Approved

Best for

Sensitive skin types
Melanin Rich Skin
Daily Use

₹649 · ₹22/ml • Analysed 11 June 2026

India Context

EAA's heat stability makes this Vitamin C formula appropriate for India's warm climate - unlike L-ascorbic acid which oxidises rapidly. The dual brightening mechanism (EAA + Niacinamide) directly addresses PIH from UV exposure and acne marks prevalent in Indian skin types. Mandatory SPF during daytime use.

Key Ingredients

3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid•1,3-Propanediol•EthoxydiglycolView all ingredients

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Ingredient & Safety

Formula Logic

Public Claim Support

Transparency

Consumer Clarity

This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.

At a glance

✓Fragrance free

✓Alcohol free

✓Paraben free

What was checked

4 claims checked against public evidence

Excellent

10% Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)Verified

Brand-confirmed; pure Vitamin C form with strongest evidence base.

Published evidence

5% NiacinamideVerified

Brand-confirmed; clinically effective concentration.

Published evidence

Brightening and anti-pigmentationVerified

Both Vitamin C and Niacinamide have robust published evidence for these outcomes.

Published evidence

Antioxidant protectionVerified

Ascorbic Acid + Ferulic Acid is a well-documented antioxidant system.

Published evidence

Verified: confirmed from public evidenceSupported: consistent with available evidenceNeeds context: relevant for some usersNot verified: could not be confirmed

The breakdown

Strong public evidence

Public Evidence Score across 5 pillars. Open any row for the full rationale.

Ingredient Safety

Excellent

Clean allergen profile with a fragrance free formula.

Full INCI published. No parabens, SLES, synthetic fragrance, silicones, or EU-restricted substances. Ascorbic Acid (pure Vitamin C) is well-tolerated at cosmetic use levels. Ferulic Acid as antioxidant stabiliser. pH-sensitive formula but no safety concerns identified.

Formula Logic

Excellent

Brand confirms 10% Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) and 5% Niacinamide.

Brand confirms 10% Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) and 5% Niacinamide. Ascorbic Acid + Ferulic Acid is a proven synergistic pair that increases Vitamin C stability by 8x in published research. Hyaluronic Acid multi-weight system provides surface hydration and deeper moisturisation. Excellent formula logic - each active has a clear rationale.

Claims Evidence

Excellent

Good evidence for stated claims based on public information.

Both primary actives (10% Vitamin C, 5% Niacinamide) publicly confirmed. HA presence confirmed. Brightening, anti-oxidant, and hydration claims all supported by confirmed actives. No published independent clinical trial for this product, which is the minor gap.

Test Transparency

Grade BGood

Two key active concentrations publicly confirmed.

Two key active concentrations publicly confirmed. Ferulic Acid synergy is documented in published science. Brand cites in-vitro and consumer studies at category level. No product-specific third-party certificate published - a gap for a premium serum at this price point.

Consumer Clarity

Excellent

Concentrations in product name.

Concentrations in product name. Clear instructions for use (AM, SPF required). Storage guidance for oxidation-sensitive Vitamin C provided. Excellent consumer clarity for an advanced serum.

Ingredient list

22 ingredients · INCI order

Excellent

SafeNoteCaution

Ingredient	What it does
Aqua	Solvent base
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid	Brand-confirmed 10%; stable Vitamin C, brightening, antioxidant
1,3-Propanediol	Plant-derived humectant and solvent
Ethoxydiglycol	Solvent
Niacinamide	Brand-confirmed 5%; melanosome transfer inhibition and brightening
Pentylene Glycol	Humectant and mild preservative booster
Methylpropanediol	Humectant and solvent for acids
Glycerin	Humectant
Dimethyl Isosorbide	Penetration enhancer
Ascorbic Acid	L-Ascorbic acid at position 10; likely as formula pH modifier and antioxidant support for EAA
Sodium Hyaluronate	HA salt, surface hydration
Ferulic Acid	Antioxidant, stabilises EAA, provides UV-protective antioxidant benefit
Gluconolactone	PHA, gentlest exfoliant class; antioxidant; improves active access to skin surface
Sodium Benzoate	Preservative; note: Sodium Benzoate + Ascorbic Acid can form trace benzene - low risk at formulation pH
Sodium Phytate	Plant-derived biodegradable chelating agent; better than EDTA
Sclerotium Gum	Biopolymer thickener
Sodium Metabisulfite	Antioxidant stabiliser protecting EAA from oxidation; sulphite compound - rare topical sensitivity concern
Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate	Light stabiliser (HALS class), protects formula from UV-induced degradation
Calcium Gluconate	Ionic stabiliser, mineral salt
Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate	Modified starch, emulsifier and texture modifier
Citric Acid	pH adjuster
Hydrated Silica	Absorbent powder, textural skin feel

INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).

Regulatory screen

Each ingredient mapped against 10 global regulatory authorities

Review

EU 1223/2009EU Cosmetics Regulation - Annexes II–VI

Pass - Ascorbic Acid is unrestricted in EU Annex

India CR 2020India Cosmetics Rules, CDSCO

Pass - compliant with Indian Cosmetics Regulation 2020

Health Canada HotlistCanada prohibited & restricted ingredients

Pass

US FDA 21 CFRUS FDA Parts 700–740

Pass

MFDS KoreaKorea Cosmetics Act

Pass

ECHA SVHCSubstances of Very High Concern

Pass - no SVHC candidates identified

IARCCarcinogen classifications Groups 1/2A/2B

Pass - no IARC Group 1/2A carcinogens

AICIS AustraliaAustralian industrial chemical safety

Pass

TGA AustraliaTherapeutic claims (if applicable)

Pass

Canada NHPIDNatural health product ingredients

Pass

Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.

Claims checked

4 of 4 publicly supported

Excellent

10% Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)Publicly supported

Brand-confirmed; pure Vitamin C form with strongest evidence base.

Evidence visible

5% NiacinamidePublicly supported

Brand-confirmed; clinically effective concentration.

Evidence visible

Brightening and anti-pigmentationPublicly supported

Both Vitamin C and Niacinamide have robust published evidence for these outcomes.

Evidence visible

Antioxidant protectionPublicly supported

Ascorbic Acid + Ferulic Acid is a well-documented antioxidant system.

Evidence visible

What would strengthen this review

Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps

○Product-specific independent clinical trial or RCT
○Third-party stability certification for Vitamin C oxidation management

About this review

One of the best-evidenced serums in the Indian mass-premium market. Confirmed 10% Ascorbic Acid with Ferulic Acid stabilisation is scientifically sound. The Niacinamide-Vitamin C combination controversy is largely settled - at these concentrations and a low pH they are compatible. Strong score justified by transparent formulation.

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