Looking to fade hyperpigmentation, brighten skin, and even skin tone? Try adding one of the best vitamin C serums in Australia to your routine.
Vitamin C is an antioxidant, which when used in skin care provides protection against damaging free radicals caused by UV exposure. And while a vitamin C serum can be used both day and night, this is why it’s particularly encouraged for use in the morning — followed by a face sunscreen, of course.
Not only can vitamin C help to prevent further hyperpigmentation or brown spots from appearing, but it also inhibits melanin production to lighten the existing signs of sun damage.
Getting your daily dose of vitamin C via a serum is a great way to reap its radiance-enhancing benefits. Serum formulas typically contain some of the highest percentages of the ingredient for maximum effect.
However, if you have sensitive skin, you may want to ease it into your routine or go for a ‘slow release’ vitamin C formula to avoid irritation.
Ready to shop the best vitamin C serums in Australia?
SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF
$228 at Adore Beauty
Best for: Oily and acne-prone skin
Review: “I know its quite expensive but for me its an incredible little gem, and I’m so lucky to have found it! I’ve been using this for almost 3 weeks now and I have seen a dramatic change in my skin. My skin tone has evened out, my pores have reduced in size, I have less oil on my face and I’ve noticed less breakouts which has really boost my confidence big time.” -Kylskani
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Dermaceutic Tri Vita C30 Vitamin C Serum
$149.59 at skinluxe.com.au
Best for: Dry and mature skin
Review: “I like to think of myself as a bit of an expert in regard to vitamin C so receiving this was so exciting. This vitamin C is super strong. And I am used to C so it did not irritate my skin. It did however slightly tingle in application. So if you’re not used to vitamin C take it easy. Build up tolerance.” -Ray_jay
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Bondi Sands Gold’n Hour Vitamin C Serum
$17.95 at bondisands.com.au
Best for: Under makeup
Review: “The serum absorbs really nicely into the skin and provides a touch of instant glow. How skincare sits under makeup is super important for me and I find this works perfectly for that. The bottle is a squeeze tube rather than a dropper like many other serums, but I actually really rate it and find it less wasteful and less time consuming than having to use a dropper.” -Lianatriesmakeup
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La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C10 Serum
$71.95 at Adore Beauty
Best for: Sensitive skin
Review: “This is the best vitamin c serum I have tried. It’s amazing. I have sebberhoic dermatitis and rosacea and this actually helped. Very pleasantly surprised and I will never stop using this!! The smell is mild and it rubs in beautifully.” -Maud96
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BOOST LAB Vitamin C Brightening Serum
$29.95 at Adore Beauty
Best for: Vitamin C beginners
Review: “This feels absolutely lovely on my skin, there is no burning, which can happen with vitamin c serums, it also sinks into the skin easily, which I love as waiting for serums to absorb when you use a few can be very time consuming.” -Niqueyq
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Olay Niacinamide + Vitamin C Super Serum
$29.99 (down from $59.99) at Chemist Warehouse
Best for: Tackling texture
Review: “Texture is lovely, just melts into the skin. I’ve been using this for nearly 2 weeks now both in the morning and night before moisturizing. I have found that in this short time the overall texture of my skin has improved, it’s more even and bright.” -Elisa361
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Skin Physics Oxygen-C Vitamin C Brightening Serum
$19.99 at Priceline
Best for: Fragrance-free
“It ticks all the boxes for me as it is Australian made, fragrance free, no alcohol, no parabens, sulphates or mineral oil. This product is an excellent addition to your skin care regime. Packed with high vitamin concentration it really helps address the signs of ageing.” -Gathered Pieces
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La Mav® Daily Vitamin-C Brightening Serum
$75 at nourishedlife.com.au
Best for: Natural ingredients
“I have naturally oily skin so non-oil serum formulas are more versatile for me and this one is not oily at all. It’s full of natural ingredients – the first one being organic aloe. This is vegan, not tested on animals and is Australian.” -Clearcrystalwater
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Swisse Vitamin C 10% Brightening Booster Serum
$20.99 at Chemist Warehouse
Best for: High percentage but low cost
“I’ve been using this for over 3 weeks now and my skin feels all the better for it. My skin feels nice and bouncy and I am slowly starting to see pigmentation evening out. I have already noticed a brightening of my skin. I am very happy with this Vitamin C serum. Hands down the best one I have very used. And boy have I tried a few!” -TinDrum
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Elizabeth Arden Vitamin C Ceramide Capsules Radiance Renewal Serum
$150 at Myer
Best for: Oil lovers
“The serum inside is quite rich and oily so I use one at night only. I have been applying a capsule to my skin every night for nearly a month now and have almost finished the jar. I am amazed at how much brighter, radiant and healthier my skin looks since using these capsules! My skin feels soft thanks to the plant-based oils the capsules contain.” -Dramsay82
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*This article has been updated since its original publication.
Have you tried a vitamin C serum before? What’s your personal fave?