KSURGERY Vitamin C illuminating cream with GLOW effect, 50 ml
A rich moisturizing and nourishing cream with a stable form of vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and a complex of plant oils, designed for normal, combination, dry, and mature skin. It will work especially well when the skin loses its radiance and requires more intensive nourishment and regeneration.
- Form: face, neck, and décolletage cream
- Key actives: ascorbyl palmitate (stable vitamin C), sodium ascorbyl phosphate (stable vitamin C), hyaluronic acid, melatonin
- Indications: lack of radiance, skin requiring nourishment and regeneration
- Skin types: normal, combination, dry, mature
- Volume: 50 ml
- Time of use: morning and/or evening
- Additional use: can serve as a makeup base
Description of action
KSURGERY Vitamin C GLOW combines two stable forms of vitamin C — ascorbyl palmitate and sodium ascorbyl phosphate — which act as antioxidants, neutralizing free radicals responsible for loss of radiance and accelerated aging processes. Both forms are resistant to oxidation, which translates into the durability of the preparation's activity after opening the packaging.
Hyaluronic acid (Sodium Hyaluronate) maintains an appropriate level of hydration in the stratum corneum of the epidermis, while shea butter together with a complex of oils — from hazelnut, avocado, and jojoba — replenish the skin's hydrolipid barrier, limiting transepidermal water loss. Sunflower seed oil and caprylic/capric triglycerides additionally support lubrication and smoothness of the skin surface.
Melatonin, known primarily as a hormone regulating the circadian cycle, also exhibits antioxidant properties and may support nighttime skin regeneration. Lactic acid present in the composition acts as a mild exfoliating and moisturizing ingredient (humectant), helping to smooth the skin's texture. The entire formula has a creamy, rich consistency, and the cream can be used both in the morning and in the evening.
Who it is for
- Normal, combination, dry, or mature skin requiring nourishment
- Skin lacking radiance, dull, tired
- Skin requiring more intensive regeneration and support of the hydrolipid barrier
- People looking for a cream that works both in the morning (makeup base) and in the evening (night regeneration)
- Skin that tolerates unstable forms of vitamin C poorly (e.g., pure ascorbic acid) — stable forms are gentler
Key active ingredients
- Ascorbyl palmitate (Ascorbyl Palmitate) — a stable, lipophilic form of vitamin C with antioxidant action that supports skin brightening.
- Sodium ascorbyl phosphate (Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate) — another stable form of vitamin C, hydrophilic, antioxidant, and gentle on the skin.
- Hyaluronic acid (Sodium Hyaluronate) — binds water in the epidermis, keeping the skin hydrated and elastic.
- Melatonin (Melatonin) — exhibits antioxidant properties and supports nighttime skin regeneration.
- Shea butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Butter) — nourishes and strengthens the hydrolipid barrier, limits transepidermal water loss.
- Plant oils (from hazelnut, avocado, jojoba) — replenish the skin's lipids, smooth, and lubricate.
- Lactic acid (Lactic Acid) — a gentle AHA acting as a humectant and mild exfoliant, improving skin texture.
How to use
- Cleanse the facial skin with a suitable cleansing product.
- Apply a small amount of cream to the face, neck, and décolletage.
- Gently massage in until fully absorbed, avoiding the eye area.
- Use daily in the morning and/or evening.
- In the morning, the cream can serve as a makeup base.
Frequently asked questions
For what skin type is this cream?
The cream is intended for normal, combination, dry, and mature skin. The rich formula with oils and shea butter works especially well for skin requiring intensive nourishment and regeneration. For very oily skin or skin prone to clogged pores, the creamy, lipid-rich consistency may be too heavy — in that case, it is worth doing a test on a smaller area.
Can the cream be used in the morning and evening?
Yes, the product is intended for daily use in the morning and/or evening. The presence of melatonin supports nighttime regeneration, while vitamin C and antioxidants also provide protective action when used during the day.
When using this cream in the morning, is an SPF filter needed?
Yes — although the cream contains Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (a UVB filter) in its composition, the product is not labeled as an SPF cream and its level of sun protection is not declared. Using an additional filter with certified SPF in the morning remains advisable, especially since the vitamin C in the composition may increase the skin's sensitivity to UV radiation.
Can this cream be used under makeup?
Yes, the cream can serve as a makeup base — this method of use is intended by the manufacturer. After fully absorbing, it creates a smooth base for foundation or concealer.
Is the vitamin C in this cream stable?
Yes — the formula contains two stable forms of vitamin C: ascorbyl palmitate (lipophilic) and sodium ascorbyl phosphate (hydrophilic), rather than pure ascorbic acid, which oxidizes easily and changes color. Stable forms are less prone to degradation and gentler on sensitive skin.
Can the cream irritate sensitive skin?
The stable forms of vitamin C used in this cream are generally better tolerated than pure ascorbic acid. However, the composition contains lactic acid (AHA) and fragrance substances (Parfum), which in people with very sensitive or reactive skin may cause irritation. If in doubt, a tolerance test on a small area of skin before regular use is recommended.
Can the cream be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
There is no clear manufacturer data on this matter. The composition contains melatonin, whose use during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been unequivocally confirmed as safe — the decision to use the product during this period should be consulted with a doctor or gynecologist.
How to combine this cream with other actives in skincare?
The cream already contains lactic acid, two forms of vitamin C, and antioxidants, so when simultaneously using other acids (AHA, BHA) or retinoids, it is worth exercising caution and observing the skin's reaction. Retinoids are best used in the evening, and the GLOW cream can be used in the morning — this minimizes the risk of irritation resulting from combining active ingredients.
Composition (INCI)
Aqua, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycine Soja Oil, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Pentylene Glycol, Sunflower Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Corylus Avellana Seed Oil, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Persea Gratissima Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Melatonin, Lactic Acid, Hydrolyzed Verbascum Thapsus Flower, Alaria Esculenta Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Lecithin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Phenethyl Alcohol, Propanediol Dicaprylate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, CI 17200, CI 19140