Vitamin C Serum

A lightweight vitamin c serum from Ankh Beauty with 2% vitamin C, 1% ferulic acid, and 1% sea buckthorn, designed for Black women building a considered skincare ritual around hydration and radiance.

Here you can quickly review the formula, full ingredient list, texture and format, directions and precautions, and how this serum compares with other Ankh Beauty serums and custom rituals so you can decide if it fits your skin needs and the radiant-looking finish you want.

Size: 30 ml / 1.01 fl oz

The formula

A vitamin c serum with 2% Ascorbyl Glucoside, 1% ferulic acid, and 1% sea buckthorn fruit oil that helps support brighter-looking skin tone while protecting skin as a potent antioxidant against free radicals.

Texture & format

Face brightening serum. It absorbs quickly, layers easily, and delivers noticeable benefits without adding extra effort to your routine. Your skin feels hydrated and smooth after application, and any slight tackiness or sticky residue fades within a few minutes. With 2% vitamin C, 1% ferulic acid, and 1% sea buckthorn, the formula also helps address free radicals for brighter skin. Skin can look softer and more supple in just a few days.

Which vitamin C ingredient is listed?

The ingredient list includes Ascorbyl Glucoside, a vitamin C derivative, alongside ferulic acid and sea buckthorn fruit oil. Choosing the right vitamin C serum can depend on the formula type you prefer and how you want it to wear through the day. Unlike ascorbic acid, this type is not the l ascorbic acid many shoppers know as the well-known form in many vitamin c products, and it absorbs quickly for a light, comfortable feel on skin. As a topical vitamin C option, it may appeal if you want a vitamin C formula that layers easily into a routine. Some shoppers choose selected serums for concerns like dark spots or fine lines, while others simply want smoother-feeling, brighter-looking skin within a few days, though results vary. Read the full formula rather than assuming all vitamin C serums are identical. Because topical vitamin formulas can vary in stability, it also helps to know that pure forms are often water soluble. That difference matters when comparing vitamin c textures and how they fit into daily use, including whether you want support associated with collagen production. Follow the current product packaging for application, frequency and precautions.

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Ingredients / INCI

Aqua/Water, Glycerin, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium PCA, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ferulic Acid, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil, Tocopherol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Isoamyl Laurate, Triheptanoin, Potassium Hydroxide, Parfum/Fragrance, Prunus Amygdalus (Sweet Almond) Dulcis Oil, Cellulose, Sodium Citrate, Xanthan Gum, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Phytate, Citric Acid, Limonene, Citral, Linalool, Citronellol

Tocopherol is vitamin E, and together with ferulic acid it reflects the kind of support pairing shoppers often notice in higher-strength examples that use alpha tocopherol alongside vitamin C. Vitamin E and ferulic acid are commonly used as stabilizing ingredients that help keep vitamin C from breaking down. Unlike ascorbic acid, vitamin C derivatives are often chosen because topical vitamin C can support collagen production, help reduce hyperpigmentation and dark spots, and soften the look of fine lines, but results can vary by ingredient type and strength. This ingredient list also shows some of the key ingredients shoppers may weigh beyond vitamin C itself, including glycerin and jojoba oil, while some comparison products may instead use options such as squalane. When comparing skin care products with vitamin C, read the full formula rather than relying on front-label claims or formula packs alone. It is also worth considering shelf life, since vitamin C can become less effective when exposed to light, air, or heat. L-ascorbic acid is water soluble and less stable, which is why serum packaging and formula design often differ, and why many shoppers look for serums packaged in opaque, airtight bottles. This formula includes fragrance, so shoppers specifically looking for a fragrance free option may want to compare labels closely. Some shoppers also compare derivatives such as tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, which is often used in oil-based formulas for stability and skin feel, though this serum uses ascorbyl glucoside instead. A well-chosen vitamin C serum should fit your routine comfortably, and if you prefer stronger L-ascorbic acid formulas, 10% to 20% is a common concentration range to compare, while this serum uses a derivative approach.

Directions & precautions for sensitive skin

Follow the current product packaging when adding this serum to your skincare routine. In general, vitamin C helps protect skin from free-radical damage associated with UV rays and sun exposure while supporting sunscreen in daily skin care. Consider your skin type and skin concerns when choosing the right formula—oily skin, combination skin, and acne prone skin often prefer a gentle formula and lightweight textures, while dry skin, mature skin, and dull skin may call for more cushioning hydration to support uneven skin tone, acne spots, and the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Because skin makes less collagen over time, many shoppers also look for anti aging support and broader anti aging effects from their morning antioxidant step.

Review the full formula before use, including any listed fragrance components. Some shoppers choose an affordable serum when they want a simple morning vitamin C step that layers comfortably. Alpha tocopherol is vitamin E, and together with ferulic acid it is often used to help support formula stability. Some shoppers prefer fragrance-free options, since this formula includes parfum and listed fragrance allergens.

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Compare related Ankh Beauty products or build your custom ritual if you're exploring the best vitamin c serums for your routine. When choosing, many shoppers use the following criteria: texture, concentration, layering, and daily comfort.