Vitamin C 8% Night Cream for Pigmentation
Vitamin C 8% Night Cream for Pigmentation
A brightening night cream formulated with Vitamin C, Alpha Arbutin, and Niacinamide to reduce dark spots, even out skin tone, and improve skin elasticity. This antioxidant-rich formula works overnight to brighten dull skin, repair environmental damage, and restore hydration, leaving the skin firmer, smoother, and more radiant by morning.
Ideal For
Ideal For
- Skin type: Uneven and pigmented skin
- Concerns: Dark spots, uneven skin tone, dullness, hyperpigmentation
- Suitable for: Individuals looking for a brighter, more even complexion, especially those concerned with dark spots and pigmentation issues
Specifications
Specifications
- Size: 50 g
- Fragrance-free
- Dermatologically tested
- Non-comedogenic (won't clog pores)
- Suitable for daily nighttime use
Core Active Ingredients
Core Active Ingredients
- Vitamin C (8%): A stable form of L-ascorbic acid that brightens the skin, reduces dark spots, and provides powerful antioxidant protection against free radicals, reducing environmental damage.
- Alpha Arbutin (2%): A melanin-inhibitor that targets dark spots and hyperpigmentation by reducing melanin production, promoting an even skin tone.
- Niacinamide (3%): A bioactive form of Vitamin B3 that brightens, improves skin texture, reduces inflammation, and strengthens the skin barrier.
- Ferulic Acid (0.5%): A potent antioxidant that stabilizes Vitamin C and enhances its efficacy, providing additional protection against UV-induced damage.
- Hyaluronic Acid (1%): A humectant that draws moisture into the skin, plumping and hydrating it to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles caused by dehydration.
- Green Tea Extract (1%): Rich in polyphenols, Green Tea provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection, soothing the skin and combating oxidative stress caused by environmental factors.
Science Explained
Science Explained
The Vitamin C 8% Brightening & Firming Night Cream utilizes a powerful combination of antioxidants, brightening agents, and hydrators to target pigmentation issues, repair environmental damage, and enhance skin elasticity.
Vitamin C (8%)
Vitamin C, in the form of L-ascorbic acid, works by neutralizing reactive oxygen species (ROS) generated by UV radiation and pollution, which cause oxidative damage to the skin. At a molecular level, Vitamin C inhibits the enzyme tyrosinase, which is crucial for melanin synthesis, reducing hyperpigmentation and dark spots. Vitamin C also supports collagen production by promoting the activity of prolyl hydroxylase and lysyl hydroxylase, enzymes responsible for collagen stabilization, which leads to firmer and more elastic skin.
Alpha Arbutin (2%)
Alpha Arbutin is a safe and effective tyrosinase inhibitor that lightens dark spots and reduces hyperpigmentation without causing irritation. By disrupting melanosome maturation and reducing melanin transfer to keratinocytes, Alpha Arbutin fades post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and prevents new spots from forming. Its targeted action makes it ideal for addressing dark spots, sun damage, and uneven skin tone.
Niacinamide (3%)
Niacinamide is a highly versatile ingredient that addresses multiple skin concerns. It reduces melanosome transfer between melanocytes and keratinocytes, thereby lightening dark spots and improving skin tone. Niacinamide also enhances the skin’s barrier function by increasing ceramide synthesis, which strengthens the lipid barrier and prevents moisture loss. Its anti-inflammatory properties reduce redness and irritation, making it suitable for sensitive skin.
Additionally, Niacinamide boosts skin elasticity by modulating collagen production and inhibiting the effects of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), enzymes that degrade collagen in response to UV damage.
Ferulic Acid (0.5%)
Ferulic Acid is a plant-derived phenolic antioxidant that stabilizes Vitamin C, protecting it from oxidation and enhancing its photoprotective properties. Ferulic Acid absorbs UV radiation and neutralizes free radicals like superoxide anions and hydroxyl radicals, reducing the oxidative stress that leads to skin aging and pigmentation. By working synergistically with Vitamin C, Ferulic Acid amplifies the antioxidant defense system, ensuring the skin remains protected from environmental aggressors.
Hyaluronic Acid (1%)
Hyaluronic Acid is a glycosaminoglycan that binds water to the skin, creating a hydration reservoir in the extracellular matrix. This moisture-retention capacity keeps the skin plump, hydrated, and smooth by reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL). Hyaluronic Acid also improves the penetration of active ingredients like Vitamin C, ensuring maximum effectiveness while maintaining skin elasticity and resilience.
Green Tea Extract (1%)
Green Tea is rich in polyphenols, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which provides powerful antioxidant protection by neutralizing free radicals. Green Tea also has anti-inflammatory properties, as it inhibits NF-κB signaling and reduces the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines. This helps soothe irritated or inflamed skin while protecting against oxidative damage caused by UV exposure and pollution.
Together, these ingredients work to brighten the skin, reduce hyperpigmentation, and improve elasticity while hydrating and protecting against environmental damage. This night cream helps rejuvenate the skin overnight, resulting in a brighter, firmer complexion by morning.
All Ingredients
All Ingredients
- Aqua (Water)
- Sodium Ascorbate (Vitamin C) (8%)
- Alpha Arbutin (2%)
- Niacinamide (3%)
- Ferulic Acid (0.5%)
- Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid) (1%)
- Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract (1%)
- Glycerin
- Squalane
- Phenoxyethanol (preservative, considered safe in low concentrations)
- Ethylhexylglycerin (preservative, safe and non-irritating)
- Caprylyl Glycol (humectant and skin-conditioning agent)
- Carbomer (thickening agent, used to stabilize the formula)
- Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster to maintain skin-friendly acidity)
- Disodium EDTA (stabilizes the formula and prevents ingredient degradation)
Usage Directions
Usage Directions
Apply a dime-sized amount to cleansed skin in the evening. Gently massage into the face and neck using upward motions until fully absorbed. For best results, follow with sunscreen during the day, as Vitamin C increases sensitivity to sunlight.
FAQs
FAQs
- Is this night cream fragrance-free?
Yes, this product is formulated without added fragrances to be suitable for sensitive skin. - Can I use this cream every night?
Yes, this night cream is designed for nightly use to brighten and repair the skin while you sleep. - Does this cream work on dark spots?
Yes, the combination of Vitamin C, Alpha Arbutin, and Niacinamide targets dark spots and hyperpigmentation, helping to even out skin tone over time. - Is this suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes, this product is formulated to be gentle and soothing, even for sensitive skin. - Can this be used with other active ingredients?
Yes, this formula is designed to work alongside other skincare ingredients, but it's always recommended to consult with a skincare professional before introducing multiple active ingredients into your routine.
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This night cream has worked wonders on my pigmentation spots. I've been using it for two months, and my skin tone is noticeably more even.
Rich and nourishing without feeling heavy. I wake up with glowing skin.
My skin looks brighter and feels smoother. It has a pleasant texture.
Didn't see significant improvement in pigmentation, but my skin feels softer.
A bit pricey but worth it for the results.