Vitamin C Serum

Vitamin C Serum from Russell Organics is a light, penetrating serum that has excellent absorbency into the skin. The Vitamin C Serum is a lightning, brightening serum and will become your new go-to favorite.

Vitamin C comes in many different forms both naturally sourced to synthetic varieties. Russell Organics uses Ascorbic Acid Peptide for its Vitamin C Serum, derived from citrus fruit. The reason this is important is that Ascorbic Acid Peptide has been proven to be a very stable source of Vitamin C. A common issue with lesser quality Vitamin C ingredients is that they are simply too unstable and lose their efficacy very quickly in the packaging before they even reach your skin. Ascorbic Acid Peptide is a powerful antioxidant that imparts magnificent benefits for the skin, but like most antioxidants must be packaged properly to retain its effectiveness. We use an airless pump package for our Vitamin C Serum which keeps the product fresh and effective.

Rich in natural botanical ingredients the Vitamin C Serum is a wonderful stand-alone moisturizer for the skin or can be used before applying another moisturizer for maximum effect.

Organic Aloe Vera and Organic Rose Water work to calm and soothe irritated skin. While extracts of Rose, Borage, and Green Tea work to clarify the complexion. Rose Oil, Blood Orange Peel Oil, and Linden Flower Extract deeply nourish the skin.

Nearly wax-free, the Vitamin C Serum uses the highest quality vegetable oils and organic floral water as its base.

Russell Organics is a certified cruelty-free and certified vegan beauty brand. That means no animal testing and no animal derived ingredients. Not even beeswax.

The Russell Organics Vitamin C Serum is appropriate for all skin types.

Size:1 fl Oz | 30 ml

Use 

Massage into skin after cleansing and toning, paying special attention to areas vulnerable to sun exposure and dehydration. Use under a more protective crème as an extra hydrator or as a lightweight moisturizer for oily skin. Apply throughout the day to refresh skin, if desired.

Ingredients 

Water, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan), Citric Acid, glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice*, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil*, Vegetal Squalane, Methylsilanol Mannuronate, Beta Glucan, Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Water*, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat Germ) Oil, Ascorbic Acid Polypeptide, Glycerin, Glycoproteins, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Nut Butter*, Phospholipids, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Superoxide Dismutase, Calophyllum Inophyllum (Tamanu) Oil, Borago Officinalis (Borage) Seed Extract, Rosa Centifolia (Rose) Bud/petals Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Seed Extract*, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract*, Sclerotium Gum, Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Oil*, Citrus Sinensis (Blood Orange) Peel Oil, Tilia Cordata (Linden) Flower/leaf Extract* , Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract*, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Capryloyl Glycine, Undecylenoyl Glycine, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract *denotes certified organic ingredient

FAQ 

Russell Organics Vitamin C Serum – Frequently Asked Questions

1. What makes Russell Organics Vitamin C Serum unique?
   Unlike unstable Vitamin C formulations, this serum uses Ascorbic Acid Peptide - a highly stable, bioavailable form of Vitamin C that maintains its potency from bottle to skin, ensuring visible brightening and antioxidant protection.
2. What are the main benefits of using the Vitamin C Serum?
   It helps brighten dull skin, reduce discoloration, improve firmness, boost collagen production, and protect against environmental damage, leaving skin visibly radiant and refreshed.
3. What form of Vitamin C does this serum use?
   The serum features Ascorbic Acid Peptide, a stable, citrus-derived Vitamin C molecule that resists oxidation and maintains long-term efficacy within the airless pump packaging.
4. Why is stability important in a Vitamin C product?
   Many forms of Vitamin C degrade quickly upon exposure to air or light. Russell Organics uses Ascorbic Acid Peptide and airless packaging to prevent oxidation and preserve maximum potency.
5. Is the Vitamin C Serum suitable for sensitive skin?
   Yes. The gentle, plant-based formula with organic aloe vera and rose water helps calm and soothe even reactive skin types while delivering powerful antioxidant benefits.
6. Can it help with dark spots or uneven tone?
   Absolutely. Vitamin C is a natural skin brightener that helps fade discoloration and sun spots while improving overall radiance and clarity.
7. Does it help with signs of aging?
   Yes. The serum supports collagen synthesis, minimizes fine lines, and firms the skin, promoting a smoother, more youthful complexion over time.
8. What other key ingredients enhance the formula?
   Organic Aloe Vera, Organic Rose Water, Green Tea, Borage, Rose Oil, Blood Orange Peel Oil, and Linden Flower Extract - all working together to hydrate, protect, and revitalize the skin.
9. Can I use this serum as a moisturizer?
   Yes. It functions beautifully as a lightweight moisturizer on its own, especially for normal to oily skin, or can be layered beneath a richer cream for added hydration.
10. How should I apply the Vitamin C Serum?
    Apply 1 - 2 pumps to clean, toned skin. Massage gently over the face and neck, focusing on areas prone to sun exposure or dullness.
11. When should I use it - morning or night?
    Morning application is ideal to shield against environmental stress, though it can also be used at night to boost recovery and skin renewal.
12. Can it be layered with other Russell Organics products?
    Yes. It pairs perfectly with Russell Organics Creme 24, Eye Creme, and Squalane Oil to amplify hydration and antioxidant protection.
13. Will it cause irritation or redness?
    No. The Ascorbic Acid Peptide form of Vitamin C is exceptionally gentle and non-acidic, making it well-tolerated even by sensitive complexions.
14. Does the serum oxidize or turn dark over time?
    Thanks to its stable Vitamin C peptide and airless pump design, the formula remains fresh, effective, and color-stable for extended usability.
15. How does Vitamin C help protect my skin?
    It neutralizes free radicals caused by UV rays and pollution, helping prevent premature aging and maintaining healthy, luminous skin.
16. What does it smell like?
    The serum has a subtle, naturally refreshing scent derived from blood orange and rose oils - no synthetic fragrance is used.
17. Is the Vitamin C Serum vegan and cruelty-free?
    100% yes. Like all Russell Organics products, it’s Certified Vegan, Certified Cruelty Free, Certified Clean Beauty, and part of the Certified Clean Beauty collection.
18. How much product should I use per application?
    One pump is sufficient for the face; use two if applying to the neck and décolletage. The formula spreads easily and absorbs quickly.
19. What results can I expect with regular use?
    Consistent use reveals visibly brighter, smoother, firmer, and more even-toned skin - a radiant, healthy glow that improves week after week.