Dr. G 3D Vitamin C & Niacinamide 5% Booster Serum is a Korean serum formulated for dull and uneven skin, designed to help boost radiance, improve the appearance of hyperpigmentation, unify skin tone, and reduce the appearance of spots and imperfections with a light, fast-absorbing formula.
Its formula relies on an effective blend of 5% Niacinamide, 3D Vitamin C™, Vitamin C derivative, Hyaluronic Acid, Turmeric, Panthenol, Allantoin, and Beta-Glucan to support skin suffering from dullness, uneven tone, post-acne marks, visible pores, or loss of vitality.
The serum features a refreshing, non-sticky watery texture that absorbs quickly, giving the skin a fresher and plumper look. It also helps to impart gradual radiance and a clearer skin tone with regular use and morning sunscreen.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Contains 5% Niacinamide to help improve skin tone uniformity, clarity, and radiance.
- Enriched with 3D Vitamin C™ to help enhance skin vitality and reduce dullness.
- Contains Vitamin C derivative / 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid to support radiant and even-toned skin.
- Supports improvement in the appearance of hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and superficial acne marks with regular use.
- Helps reduce the appearance of pores and uneven texture for smoother, clearer skin.
- Contains Hyaluronic Acid and its derivatives to help moisturize the skin and give it a plump appearance.
- Enriched with Turmeric, Beta-Glucan, Panthenol, and Allantoin to help soothe and comfort the skin.
- Contains V-Booster™ to help enhance the radiance-boosting effect of the formula.
- Light, fast-absorbing watery texture that leaves no sticky residue.
- Dermatologically tested and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, unless there is individual sensitivity.
Helps with:
- Enhancing skin radiance and reducing dullness.
- Unifying skin tone and improving clarity.
- Gradually reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation and dark spots.
- Improving the appearance of superficial acne marks and resulting spots.
- Moisturizing the skin and giving it a plumper, smoother look.
- Reducing the appearance of pores and uneven texture.
- Supporting tired-looking skin to appear more vibrant and refreshed.
- Preparing the skin before moisturizer, sunscreen, or makeup with a soft, light feel.
Suitable for skin:
| Skin Type or Need |
Suitable |
| All skin types |
✔ |
| Dull and lacklustre skin |
✔ |
| Skin with hyperpigmentation and dark spots |
✔ |
| Skin with superficial acne marks |
✔ |
| Oily skin |
✔ |
| Combination skin |
✔ |
| Dry skin |
✔ with moisturizer afterwards |
| Sensitive skin |
✔ with a patch test before use |
Expected Results:
- Skin appears more radiant and vital with regular use.
- Helps gradually improve the appearance of uneven tone and superficial spots.
- Gives skin a smoother and plumper appearance thanks to moisturizing ingredients.
- Helps reduce the appearance of pores and uneven texture.
- Leaves skin feeling light and refreshed without stickiness or heaviness.
- Skin appears clearer and fresher when paired with a daily moisturizer and sunscreen.
How to Use:
- After cleansing, use an appropriate toner according to your routine.
- Apply a suitable amount of serum to the face and neck.
- Gently spread it in the direction of the skin's texture.
- Lightly pat until fully absorbed.
- Follow with a suitable moisturizer to lock in hydration.
- Can be used morning and evening, with essential use of sunscreen in the morning routine.
Usage Tips from Max Beauty:
- The team recommends using the serum after toner and before moisturizer for optimal benefit from the radiance and hydration ingredients.
- For sensitive skin, start using it once a day or every other day, then increase usage as skin tolerates.
- For skin suffering from hyperpigmentation and acne marks, consistency is important with morning sunscreen use to achieve a more unified skin tone.
- It is not recommended to use it in the same routine with strong exfoliants or retinol at the beginning of use if the skin is sensitive.
- For dry skin, follow with a barrier-supporting moisturizer to reduce any feeling of tightness.
- It can be used before makeup after complete absorption to leave the skin smoother and more radiant.
- If clear irritation or persistent burning occurs, discontinue use temporarily and use soothing and moisturizing products.
Ingredients:
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Niacinamide 5%: Helps improve radiance, even tone, and reduce the appearance of spots and dullness.
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3D Vitamin C™ and Vitamin C derivative: Help support radiant skin and reduce the appearance of superficial hyperpigmentation.
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3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid: A stable derivative of Vitamin C that helps support clarity and radiance.
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Ascorbic Acid: Pure Vitamin C at a low concentration within the formula to support radiance.
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Hyaluronic Acid and its derivatives: Include Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, and Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer to help hydrate the skin and give it a plump appearance.
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Turmeric: Helps support healthy and radiant skin.
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Panthenol, Allantoin, and Beta-Glucan: Help soothe the skin and reduce feelings of dryness and discomfort.
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Polyglutamic Acid: Helps support hydration and leaves skin feeling smoother.
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Tocopherol, Tocotrienols, and Ubiquinone: Supporting ingredients for healthy and vital skin.
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All Ingredients: Water, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Xylose, Betaine, Glycerin, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Panthenol, Adenosine, Tromethamine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Polyglutamic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Tocopherol, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Beta-Glucan, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Ascorbic Acid (10ppm), Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Tocotrienols, Ubiquinone, Cetyl Palmitate, Carbomer.
Warnings:
- For external use only.
- Avoid direct contact with eyes; if contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
- It is advisable to perform a patch test before full application, especially for sensitive skin or those not accustomed to Vitamin C.
- If irritation or allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use immediately.
- Do not use on open wounds or severely irritated skin.
- It is recommended to use sunscreen in the morning while using brightening products and Vitamin C.
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and high heat.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- The ingredient list may vary depending on the manufacturing batch or company updates, so it is recommended to check the product packaging for the most current list.