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This serum offers a gentle, antioxidant-rich formula with promising peptides, but its claims of containing Vitamin C are not supported by the ingredient list, leading to significant transparency and claim responsibility concerns.
₹585 • Analysed 18 July 2026
Actives like this can raise sun sensitivity, which India's high year-round UV makes significant, so pairing with a daytime SPF is important; the lighter the vehicle, the better it tends to wear in heat and humidity. The product is consistently priced at MRP Rs.650 across major platforms but is frequently available at a discounted price of Rs.585, suggesting the discounted price is the effective market price. This makes it reasonably competitive for an active serum. 5 marketing claims could draw ASCI scrutiny under India's advertising code; the ingredient list is the more reliable guide.
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Worth knowing before you buy
EU Annex II/III banned & restricted screen. Tripeptide-1: Naturally occurring tripeptide found in human plasma
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this quantified claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Tripeptide-1 and Red Vine Extract.
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Tripeptide-1.
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Tripeptide-1 and Red Vine Extract.
General ingredient research (Red Vine Extract, Tripeptide-1) supports the concept, but no finished product evidence for this specific formula.
Aspirational claim, no specific evidence found.
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Licorice Root Extract.
Sodium Hyaluronate is present in the INCI. Its hydrating function is widely recognized.
No form of Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ethyl Ascorbic Acid) is present in the retrieved INCI list.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against INCIDecoder.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
Brand makes a vegan / vegetarian claim.
Sustainability & Ethics
Brand makes a cruelty-free / PETA claim.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Purified Water |
Propanediol |
Dextran |
Tripeptide-1 |
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Leaf Extract |
Glycerin |
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract |
Betaine |
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract |
Phenoxyethanol |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
Sodium Hyaluronate |
Sodium Lactate |
Sodium Gluconate |
Allantoin |
Panthenol |
Sodium Benzoate |
Potassium Sorbate |
Xanthan Gum |
Ci 16035 |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
“Reduces fine lines & wrinkles”
Quantified claim 'reduces' without a published, verifiable study.
“Boosts collagen production”
Claim 'boosts' implies a measurable increase without a published, verifiable study.
“Improves skin elasticity”
Claim 'improves' implies a measurable change without a published, verifiable study.
“Reduces dark spots”
Quantified claim 'reduces' without a published, verifiable study.
“Vitamin C for brightening”
Claiming an active ingredient (Vitamin C) that is not present in the product's INCI list.
“100% Safe”
Absolute claim '100% Safe' is difficult to substantiate as individual reactions vary.
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this quantified claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Tripeptide-1 and Red Vine Extract.
Mentioned only
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Tripeptide-1.
Mentioned only
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Tripeptide-1 and Red Vine Extract.
Mentioned only
General ingredient research (Red Vine Extract, Tripeptide-1) supports the concept, but no finished product evidence for this specific formula.
Mentioned only
Aspirational claim, no specific evidence found.
Missing
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Licorice Root Extract.
Mentioned only
Sodium Hyaluronate is present in the INCI. Its hydrating function is widely recognized.
Mentioned only
No form of Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ethyl Ascorbic Acid) is present in the retrieved INCI list.
Missing
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Leaf Extract is present in the INCI and is a known antioxidant.
Mentioned only
Tripeptide-1 is present in the INCI and is a known peptide for collagen support.
Mentioned only
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
This review evaluates brand claims against visible evidence and formula logic. It does not replace a full ingredient safety analysis or a clinical product test. Results vary by individual, and the consumer should always read the full ingredient list and follow usage guidance.
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Worth knowing before you buy
EU Annex II/III banned & restricted screen. Tripeptide-1: Naturally occurring tripeptide found in human plasma
Humectant · A natural osmolyte that helps balance skin hydration.
Active · Green tea extract, a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.
Active · Known for its skin-brightening and soothing properties.
Preservative · A common preservative used in cosmetics, typically at 1% or less.
Preservative · A mild preservative and skin conditioning agent, often used with phenoxyethanol.
Active · The salt form of hyaluronic acid, a powerful humectant for hydration.
Humectant · A natural moisturizing factor (NMF) component that helps hydrate skin.
Chelator · A chelating agent that helps stabilize the formula and enhance preservative efficacy.
Active · A soothing and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Active · Pro-Vitamin B5, known for its hydrating and soothing properties.
Preservative · A common food-grade preservative.
Preservative · A common food-grade preservative.
Thickener · A natural thickener and emulsion stabilizer.
Colorant · A red synthetic colorant used to give the serum its characteristic color.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
Brand makes a vegan / vegetarian claim.
Sustainability & Ethics
Brand makes a cruelty-free / PETA claim.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
General ingredient research (Red Vine Extract, Tripeptide-1) supports the concept, but no finished product evidence for this specific formula.
Aspirational claim, no specific evidence found.
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Licorice Root Extract.
Sodium Hyaluronate is present in the INCI. Its hydrating function is widely recognized.
No form of Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ethyl Ascorbic Acid) is present in the retrieved INCI list.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this quantified claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Tripeptide-1 and Red Vine Extract.
Mentioned only
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Tripeptide-1.
Mentioned only
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Tripeptide-1 and Red Vine Extract.
Mentioned only
General ingredient research (Red Vine Extract, Tripeptide-1) supports the concept, but no finished product evidence for this specific formula.
Mentioned only
Aspirational claim, no specific evidence found.
Missing
No finished product clinical study publicly visible to support this claim. Relies on ingredient-level research for Licorice Root Extract.
Mentioned only
Sodium Hyaluronate is present in the INCI. Its hydrating function is widely recognized.
Mentioned only
No form of Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ethyl Ascorbic Acid) is present in the retrieved INCI list.
Missing
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Leaf Extract is present in the INCI and is a known antioxidant.
Mentioned only
Tripeptide-1 is present in the INCI and is a known peptide for collagen support.
Mentioned only
“Reduces fine lines & wrinkles”
Quantified claim 'reduces' without a published, verifiable study.
“Boosts collagen production”
Claim 'boosts' implies a measurable increase without a published, verifiable study.
“Improves skin elasticity”
Claim 'improves' implies a measurable change without a published, verifiable study.
“Reduces dark spots”
Quantified claim 'reduces' without a published, verifiable study.
“Vitamin C for brightening”
Claiming an active ingredient (Vitamin C) that is not present in the product's INCI list.
“100% Safe”
Absolute claim '100% Safe' is difficult to substantiate as individual reactions vary.
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
