Murad Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum - 1 fl oz Gold-Stabilized Vitamin C & Glycolic Acid for Brighter, Smoother Skin

Murad Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum is a daily antioxidant and exfoliating serum that pairs gold-stabilized vitamin C with glycolic acid to help improve skin tone, texture, and radiance.

This lightweight facial serum combines a stabilized form of vitamin C with glycolic acid and a Phyto-Luminescent Extract to help reduce the appearance of dullness, uneven tone, and visible discoloration while promoting smoother skin surface over time. It’s formulated without parabens, sulfates, or phthalates and is developed for everyday use across a range of skin types. Use it morning or night under moisturizer and sunscreen for daytime protection.

How does this serum support brighter, more even skin?

The formula delivers gold-stabilized vitamin C for antioxidant protection while glycolic acid gently exfoliates the outermost layer of dead skin cells to enhance vitamin delivery. Together they help the skin look more luminous and reduce the appearance of dark spots with consistent use. The Phyto-Luminescent Extract works to reflect light for a visibly radiant finish.

• Gold-stabilized vitamin C offers potency and antioxidant support.
• Glycolic acid accelerates surface cell turnover for smoother texture.
• Phyto-Luminescent Extract helps create a light-reflective glow.
• Free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates for cleaner formulation.

Can I use it every day and with other skincare products?

Yes — this serum is suitable for daily use on normal, dry, oily, combination, and sensitive skin when introduced gradually. Apply to clean skin before moisturizer; if you use other actives like retinoids or strong acids, alternate or layer carefully to avoid irritation. Always follow with broad-spectrum sunscreen in the morning to protect newly revealed skin cells.

• Apply morning or night after cleansing and before moisturizer.
• Introduce slowly if you have very reactive skin; reduce frequency as needed.
• Use sunscreen each morning to protect exfoliated skin.
• Pairs well with hydrating creams and light SPF formulas.

What results should I expect and when?

Individual results vary, but many users notice improved surface texture and a brighter complexion within a few weeks of regular use. Continued application supports reduction in visible uneven tone and a more even-looking skin surface over months. For best outcomes, combine with a full skincare routine that includes sun protection and gentle cleansing.

• Initial smoother texture often appears within 1–4 weeks.
• Brighter, more even tone typically develops with ongoing use.
• Maintain results with daily sun protection and consistent routine.

How should I apply the serum for optimal potency and safety?

Dispense a small amount and gently massage across face, neck, and chest, avoiding the immediate eye area. Use alone or follow with a moisturizer; incorporate a separate eye corrector for targeted dark circles. If irritation occurs, reduce frequency or pause until the skin calms.

• Apply to cleansed skin; follow with moisturizer and SPF in the morning.
• Avoid mixing simultaneously with other strong acids or retinoids.
• Follow package directions and perform a patch test if concerned about sensitivity.

Who is this for: Murad Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum is designed for shoppers seeking a daily brightening treatment that blends effective antioxidant protection with mild chemical exfoliation. It suits a broad range of skin types looking to address dullness, uneven tone, and surface texture without heavy creams. Choose this serum if you want a streamlined step that supports radiance and pairs easily with serums and moisturizers in both morning and evening routines.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycolic Acid, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Sodium Hydroxide, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Diisopropyl Sebacate, C13-16 Isopara¬n, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ascorbic Acid, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Glutathione, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Oleyl Alcohol, Silica, Hexylresorcinol, Polysilicone-11, Triheptanoin, Polyisobutene, Marrubium Vulgare Meristem Cell Culture, Zanthoxylum Bungeanum Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Verbascum Thapsus Flower, Butylene Glycol, Mica, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Surfactin, Xymenynic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Sorbitol, Tin Oxide, Xanthan Gum, t-Butyl Alcohol, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Decyl Glucoside, Gold, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)