The Ordinary Ascorbyl Glucoside Solution 12% Brightening Serum
Vitamin C is an effective antioxidant, brightens the skin tone, and reduces signs of aging. In its pure form, Vitamin C is unstable in water. Ascorbyl Glucoside is a water-soluble derivative of Vitamin C. It is much more stable in water but it is less potent than direct L-Ascorbic Acid. Being more compatible with water allows for a very pleasant serum texture. It is considered a gold standard of Vitamin C derivatives due to its high stability and comfortable use, but it’s impossible to achieve extremely high L-Ascorbic Acid potency with this solution. Aside from the general benefits of pure Vitamin C, Ascorbyl Glucoside has been shown to offer specific skin-brightening benefits. The Ordinary’s portfolio of Vitamin C includes the following formulations. Topical Vitamin C offers a wide array of benefits to the skin. However, many forms of Vitamin C and many more formulations of Vitamin C are available commercially with the potential to confuse the audience. We have developed a guide that offers guidance on the formulations of Vitamin C offered under The Ordinary range. It also offers education on Vitamin C itself and on the differences between formulations of Vitamin C at large.
INGREDIENT
Aqua (Water), Ascorbyl Glucoside, Propanediol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Triethanolamine, Isoceteth-20, Xanthan gum, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ethoxydiglycol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.
Asha Mony –
I love this product and can really see the difference it has made to my hyperpigmentation. However, I find it impossible to finish a bottle within the 6 months usage period, even though I use a generous amount twice a day, which seems terribly wasteful. Surely it would be better to produce a smaller sized bottle or increase the stability of the product so that it lasts longer than 6 months? Not a complaint, just a suggestion 🙂
Labony –
I have been using Ascorbyl Glucoside for a couple of months on the back of my hands and it has really made a difference to the age spots I’ve had for years. They haven’t gone but they are so much lighter. It does dry slightly shiny, but I then use moisturiser and it’s fine. A brilliant product.
Popy –
I was starting to show light age spots on my hands and arms. After repeated use and less than two months the spots are gone. I use it right after I shower, let it dry and had moisturizer or you end up with a slightly sticky skin and then shiny/cakey. Highly recommend!
Zarin Sayma –
I’ve never written a review, yet here I am. This stuff has transformed my skin. I read that combining this form of vitamin C with Niacinamide does wonderful things. I have SUPER sensitive and acne prone skin (in my 60s!!). Within 3 days (no joke), my skin looked brighter and plumper. Since I started using this (over a month now), I have had zero (ZERO!) acne. I hope it continues and my skin won’t “adjust” to its old, former self. WOW, just WOW. I find it feels oily even though it states it is water based, so I put the niacinamide on first, then this, then my spf moisturizer. Did I say WOW?!!!
Humayra –
I have had great success pairing Vitamin C with Niacinimide and would recommend to anyone with large pores or acne-prone skin. I hate that the website says not to pair them based on outdated studies that have been proven incorrect.
Nadia Noor sinthia –
I use tretinoin for acne and anti-aging and if you’re also using tret you’re aware of how other skincare products don’t always play nice with it. My experience with The Ordinary’s Pycnogenol was a disaster and I wonder why I ever strayed from this. It’s gentle on the skin, helps with sun damage and hyperpigmentation, and pairs well with Tretinoin. Unlike l-ascorbic acid serums its also very stable and DOESN’T SMELL. Every L-AA serum I’ve used smelled weird, like hot dog water (it isn’t just the ferulic acid often incorporated into it). I just CANT deal with the hot dog water smell and this thankfully has no scent.
Safa Dhaly –
I have tried so many Vitamin C (LAA and Ascorbic Acid) but always stings and burn anything that is above 10% until the day i found The Ordinary Absorbyl Glucoside. At first application it does feel tacky but not when u wait few minutes for it to absorb, i have a very dry super sensitive skin from long term usage of tropical steroid cream and ended up with a very thin layer on my face at age 38. My face glows every morning since i use it day and night from using it for about a month. You may not like it because it’s not LAA or AA but this serum did manage to keep my skin happy, glowy and non irritant. Would love to purchase it again once the bottle finish. Thank you for making me feel much more confident with myself.
Progga –
This one is by far my favorite Ordinary product. I’m in my 30s and have combination skin (mostly dull and dry, but sometimes oily) that likes to break out from pretty much anything. I use this product with the HA moisturizer and not only it does not break me out- any breakouts from other products somehow heal faster. And my face doesn’t look like i’m stuck in a never-ending hangover when I wake up in the morning.
Nadia –
I have tried this product off and on whilst looking for a regime for my sensitive / oily / acne / rosacea prone skin. I am a pale caucasian 28 year old female and this product does not irritate my skin and leaves my face glowing and looking hydrated. I use it at night under azelaic acid. I am yet to try it under my supergoop mineral spf and under makeup. I just wish there was more scientific evidence on the effects of anti aging (wrinkling and fine lines) Anyway, good luck out there everyone!! Xx
Swarna –
I’ve used this product for months now, this will be my third bottle. I love it so much!
Acne pigmentation disappears so quick and my skin feels amazing!
jannatul ferdous –
I’ve been using this product consistently for the past year and have really noticed a reduction in my skin’s hyperpigmentation from acne scarring. I can’t use traditional vitamin c products due to sensitivity and perioral dermatitis but this is the only product my skin absolutely loves! I think it works amazing as a vitamin c for those with sensitive skin.