Beauty of Joseon Light On Serum Centella + Vita C

Beauty of Joseon

Light On Serum Centella + Vita C

face serum

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
62%
Combination (dry)
62%
Balanced
92%
Combination (oily)
78%
Oily
78%

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Ingredients
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Benefits
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Brighten and rejuvenate your skin with the Beauty of Joseon Light On Serum Centella + Vita C. This advanced brightening serum combines the power of 10% 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, a stable Vitamin C derivative, with 68% organic Centella Asiatica Extract to combat hyperpigmentation, even skin tone, and provide intensive moisture. Unlike traditional Vitamin C products, this serum is non-sticky, non-greasy, and deeply hydrating. Its lightweight, fast-absorbing formula soothes irritation, fights external aggressors, and maintains skin hydration without causing any discomfort. Packaged in an airless pump container to preserve efficacy, this serum is perfect for those seeking a brighter, more luminous complexion.

Key Insights

Benefits

4
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Oil Control
Soothing

Active Ingredients

3
Hyaluronic acid Vitamin B5 (panthenol) Vitamin C

Risks

2
Silicone
Synthetic polymer

About Light On Serum Centella + Vita C

Overview

Light On Serum Centella + Vita C is a lightweight serum from Beauty of Joseon, a brand based in Korea. The formula is built mainly around hydration and soothing. The ingredient list runs to 41 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. Silicones in the formula tend to give a smooth, blurred finish and help it grip under makeup. Hydration is handled by Glycerin, Propanediol and Betaine, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Glycerin, Propanediol, Betaine and Panthenol.

Soothing: High. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Centella Asiatica Extract, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Panthenol and Beta-glucan.

Antioxidant support: Moderate. Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution, and here that comes from 2-o-ethyl Ascorbic Acid and Ascorbic Acid Polypeptide.

Brightening: Moderate. Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks, and here that comes from 2-o-ethyl Ascorbic Acid and Ascorbic Acid Polypeptide.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on cell renewal. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it. One ingredient on the label has not been matched to our database yet, so the analysis above reads a slightly incomplete list.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after toner, before moisturiser. Apply to clean, dry skin and give it a minute to absorb before the next layer. Introduce one new treatment at a time so you can identify what is working.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • Strong humectant content for hydration
  • Several soothing ingredients
  • No common irritants flagged in the list

Things to know

  • 4 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
  • Part of the label has not been matched to our ingredient database yet

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin

May suit

  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

Sensitive skin

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Hydration 20 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Anti-Aging 5 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Soothing 5 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Oil Control 2 ingredients

    Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading Evens Skin Tone Pore Minimizer Smooths Bumpy Skin

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae

Soothing Anti-Aging

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt

Hydration

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Carbonic Acid, Dicaprylyl Ester

Hydration

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyl-3-(trimethylsilyloxy)trisiloxane

Hydration

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Hexadecyl 2-ethylhexanoate

Hydration
Panthenol Vitamin B5 (panthenol)

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Brassica oleracea L., var. acephala, Brassicaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Lecithins, hydrogenated

Hydration

17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Alcohols, C16-18

Hydration

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support Low

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support Moderate

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control Low

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening Moderate

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing High

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling Low

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

Active and supporting ingredients

"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.

Active ingredients (3)

Supporting ingredients (38)

Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.

Centella Asiatica Extract Glycerin Propanediol Betaine Dicaprylyl Carbonate Methyl Trimethicone Cetyl Ethylhexanoate Laminaria Japonica Extract Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract Hydrogenated Lecithin Cetearyl Alcohol Water Dimethicone/vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer Silica Potassium Cetyl Phosphate Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters Cetearyl Olivate Sorbitan Olivate Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer Xanthan Gum Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate Adenosine Fructooligosaccharides Beta-glucan Butylene Glycol Sorbitan Isostearate Maltodextrin Arginine Carbomer Ascorbic Acid Polypeptide 1,2-hexanediol Hydroxyacetophenone Ethylhexylglycerin

What is and is not in it

Part of this label has not been matched to our ingredient database, so only what is present is listed — no absence is claimed.

Contains

  • Silicones

    Methyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone/vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Treat" step.

  • Apply to clean, dry skin and give it a minute to absorb before the next layer.
  • Introduce one new treatment at a time so you can identify what is working.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Sorbitan Isostearate. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Recorded ingredient risks
Silicone, Synthetic polymer

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 41 ingredients on the label.

12
Texture agent

Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula

7
Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

7
Surfactant

Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together

6
Humectant

Draws water into the upper layers of skin

6
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

4
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

3
Active

Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels

3
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

3
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

1
Soothing

Calms visible redness and irritation

1
Exfoliant

Loosens or dissolves dead surface cells

1
Peptide

Amino-acid chains that signal for repair or firmness

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

Estimated level
10–40%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Soothing, Surfactant, Plant extract

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae

Soothing Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Phytomedicine, April 2018, pages 110–119
  • Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dermatology, August 2017, pages 311–315
  • Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jan-Feb 2016, pages 27–33
  • Postepy Dermatologii I, February 2013, pages 46–49
  • Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2010, pages 546–556
  • Scientific Reports, June 2021, ePublication
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Active

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

3 Glycerin Humectant
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
  • International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
  • British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
  • Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
4 Propanediol Texture agent
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent, Solvent

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

1,3-dihydroxypropane

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • PubChem Compound Summary, April 2021, ePublication
  • SpecialChem, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2018, pages 1-73
  • Cosmetics & Toiletries, May 2013, pages 81-86
5 Betaine Humectant
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, 2018, pages 28S-46S
  • Food Science and Biotechnology, October 2017, pages 1391-1397
  • The Journal of Chemical Physics, June 2015, ePublication
  • The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, September 2004, pages 539-549
  • Skin Research and Technology, February 2003, pages 50-58
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Carbonic Acid, Dicaprylyl Ester

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • OCL, April 2018, pages 1-10
  • Journal of Surfactants and Detergents, July 2017, pages 1, 337–1, 349
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, December 2016, pages 1-50
  • https://wwwcir-safetyorg/sites/default/files/dialkyl%20carbonatespdf
  • https://wwwulprospectorcom/en/na/PersonalCare/Detail/75/204256/Cetiol-CC
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

1,1,1,3,5,5,5-Heptamethyl-3-(trimethylsilyloxy)trisiloxane

Hydration Silicone
8 scientific references
  • Supercharged Hydration
  • How Hyaluronic Acid Benefits Skin
  • What is Dehydrated Skin & How to Choose the Best Products
  • What Your Moisturizer Must Contain
  • Moisturizer Myths You Should Stop Believing Now
  • The Benefits of Glycerin in Skin Care
  • The Best Face Oils for Skin
  • How Facial Oils Help Skin
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Hexadecyl 2-ethylhexanoate

Hydration
2 scientific references
  • Engineering in Life Sciences, March 2019, pages 370-388
  • International Journal of Toxicology, Nov-Dec 2015, pages 61S-73S
9 Panthenol Active
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Active

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Butanamide, 2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethyl-, (2R)-; dl-Panthenol

Hydration Soothing
7 scientific references
  • The Linus Pauling Institute, Oregon State University, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2019, pages 534-547
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, January 2019, pages 346-354
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, March 2018, pages 1-51
  • The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, August 2017, pages 173-180
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2011, pages 361-370
  • American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, Volume 3, 2002, pages 427-433
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Plant extract

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Laminaria Japonica Extract is an extract of the Japan Kelp/Seaweed, Laminaria japonica, Laminariaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of Eclipta prostrata L., Compositae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract is an extract of bark of the Phellodendron, Phellodendron amurense, Rutaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Plant extract

13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract is an extract of the peel of the Mandarin orange, Satsuma, Citrus unshiu, Rutaceae

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Plant extract

14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Brassica oleracea L., var. acephala, Brassicaceae

Anti-Aging Soothing
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant, Plant extract

15th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract is the hydrolysate of Gardenia Florida L., Rubiaceae, Extract derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

16th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Lecithins, hydrogenated

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2020, pages 5S-25S
  • Nanocosmetics, June 2019, pages 95–140
  • Current Drug Delivery, 2016, pages 111–120
  • Pharmaceutical Research, February 2013, pages 538–55
17 Cetearyl Alcohol Emollient
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient, Surfactant, Texture agent

17th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Alcohols, C16-18

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • FDA Cosmetic Labeling Claims, August 2020, ePublication
  • Journal of the Society of Cosmetic Scientists of Korea, June 2009, pages 103-110
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, 1988, pages 359-413
18 Water Solvent
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

18th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water

Hydration
3 scientific references
  • Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
  • Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
  • Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

19th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer is a crosslinked dimethyl siloxane polymer (silicone elastomer) that is formed by the reaction between Hydrogen Dimethicone or Bis-Hydrogen Dimethicone, and Vinyl Dimethicone or Bis-Vinyldimethicone.

Silicone
20 Silica Exfoliant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Exfoliant, Texture agent

20th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Silicon dioxide

Oil Control
6 scientific references
  • Advances in Colloid and Interface Science, July 2021, page 10, 2437
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2019, pages 1-34
  • Nanomedicine, August 2019, pages 2, 243-2, 267
  • Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 2016, pages 1, 201-1, 205
  • European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, January 2015, pages 116-125
  • Cosmetics & Toiletries, April 2015, pages 36-45
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

21st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

1-hexadecanol, phosphate, potassium salt

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

22nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters is the hydrolysate of Jojoba Esters derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis

Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Advances in Environmental Biology, January 2016, pages 237-249
  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, March 2009
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, December 2008, pages 268-274
  • https://journalssagepubcom/doi/abs/103109/10915819209141992
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

23rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Cetearyl Olivate is the ester of Cetearyl Alcohol and the fatty acids derived from olive oil

Hydration
24 Sorbitan Olivate Surfactant
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

24th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

D-Glucitol, 1,4-Anhydro-, 6-monoester with olive oil fatty acids

Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

25th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer is a copolymer of sodium hydroxyethyl acrylate and acryloyldimethyl taurate monomers

Synthetic polymer
Estimated level
1–3%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

26th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.

1-Propapnesulfonic acid, 2-methyl-2-[(1-oxo-2-propenyl)amino]-, monoammonium salt, polymers with docosylpoly(oxyethylene) 2-methyl-2-propenoate (25 mol EO average)

Synthetic polymer
27 Xanthan Gum Surfactant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant, Texture agent

27th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Xanthan gum

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

28th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, tetradecanoates (1:1) (10 mol glycerol average molar ratio)

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

29th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

6-Amino-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-9H-purine

Soothing
8 scientific references
  • PubChem, Accessed May 2021, ePublication
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, September 2020, pages 1-38
  • Experimental Dermatology, August 2014, pages 553-554
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, August 2011, pages 526-546
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, December 2006, pages 447-451
  • British Journal of Pharmacology, October 2008, issue 4, pages 475-486
  • PloS One, May 2008 (ePublication)
  • >International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2006, pages 447-451
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant

30th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Fructooligosaccharides are oligosaccharides produced enzymatically from sugar beets and consist chiefly of kestose, nystose and fructosyl nystose

Hydration
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

31st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

beta-Glucan is a polysaccharide consisting of b(1-3) linked glucose chains carrying b(1-6) linked glucose sidechains

Soothing Hydration
6 scientific references
  • Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, December 2018, pages 1, 101-1, 107
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, September 2017, pages 1-48
  • Phytotherapy Research, February 2014, pages 159-166
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2012, pages 1-52
  • Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, February 2007, pages 167-170
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, October 2005, page 292
32 Butylene Glycol Humectant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Texture agent, Solvent

32nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • CosmeticsInfoorg, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • US Food and Drug Administration Code of Federal Regulations</em>, Accessed March 2021, ePublication
  • International Journal of Toxicology, May 2011, pages 5S-16S
  • Skin Research and Technology, November 2007, pages 417-24
  • Journal of the American College of Toxicology, September 1985, pages 223-248
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Surfactant

33rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Sorbitan, isooctadecanoate

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Humectant, Active

34th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is the hydrolysate of Hyaluronic Acid derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis

Hydration
35 Maltodextrin Occlusive
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive, Texture agent

35th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Maltodextrin

Oil Control Hydration
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

36th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

L-Arginine

Hydration Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
  • Biobased Surfactants (Second Edition), 2019, pages 413-445
  • Scientific Reports, February 2016, pages 1-10
  • Cosmetic Ingredient Review, October 2012, pages 1-35
  • Journal of Advanced Research, July 2010, pages 169–177
  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, April 2005, page 139
  • Wound Repair and Regeneration, November-December 2003, pages 419-423
37 Carbomer Texture agent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Texture agent

37th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2-Propenoic acid, polymer with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol 2-propenyl ether

Synthetic polymer
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant, Peptide

38th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

L-Ascorbic acid, reaction products with protein hydrolyzates

39 1,2-hexanediol Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent

39th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

40 Hydroxyacetophenone Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

40th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Ethanone, 1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-,p-Hydroxyacetophenone

Anti-Aging Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Journal of Oleo Science, February 2019, pages 183-191
  • Applied Environmental Microbiology, June 2018, ePublication
  • Journal of Biosciences, May-June 2004, pages 345-353
  • Scientific Reports, April 2021, pages 1–7
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

41st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)

Hydration
5 scientific references
  • PLoS One, October 2016, ePublication
  • Contact Dermatitis, May 2016, pages 281-288
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September 2013, pages 5S-21S
  • Personal Care, 2008, pages 1-4
  • Cosmetic Science Technology, 2006, pages 1-11

Not yet matched to our database

These are printed on the label but have not been linked to an ingredient record yet, so they are excluded from the analysis above.

Alpha-Bisabolol

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Light On Serum Centella + Vita C?

CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, 2-O-ETHYL ASCORBIC ACID, GLYCERIN, PROPANEDIOL, BETAINE, DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE, METHYL TRIMETHICONE, CETYL ETHYLHEXANOATE, PANTHENOL, LAMINARIA JAPONICA EXTRACT, ECLIPTA PROSTRATA LEAF EXTRACT, PHELLODENDRON AMURENSE BARK EXTRACT, CITRUS UNSHIU PEEL EXTRACT, BRASSICA OLERACEA ACEPHALA LEAF EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED GARDENIA FLORIDA EXTRACT, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, WATER, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, SILICA, POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE, HYDROLYZED JOJOBA ESTERS, CETEARYL OLIVATE, SORBITAN OLIVATE, HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/BEHENETH-25 METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, XANTHAN GUM, POLYGLYCERYL-10 MYRISTATE, ADENOSINE, FRUCTOOLIGOSACCHARIDES, BETA-GLUCAN, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, MALTODEXTRIN, ARGININE, CARBOMER, ASCORBIC ACID POLYPEPTIDE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN.

What are the active ingredients in Light On Serum Centella + Vita C?

2-O-ETHYL ASCORBIC ACID, PANTHENOL, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID.

How do I use Light On Serum Centella + Vita C?

Tidy up the skin with toner and take an appropriate amount. Spread evenly onto the skin, avoiding the eye and mouth areas. Pat lightly into the skin to aid in absorption.

What skin types is Light On Serum Centella + Vita C good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.

Is Light On Serum Centella + Vita C good for sensitive skin?

No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.

Is Light On Serum Centella + Vita C fungal acne safe?

4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Sorbitan Isostearate. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Light On Serum Centella + Vita C while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Light On Serum Centella + Vita C silicone free?

No — it contains Methyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone/vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer.

What can I layer with Light On Serum Centella + Vita C?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply Light On Serum Centella + Vita C?

Use it morning and evening, after toner, before moisturiser.

How many ingredients does Light On Serum Centella + Vita C have?

It lists 41 ingredients, of which 3 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Light On Serum Centella + Vita C?

Beauty of Joseon, a brand based in Korea.

Brand
Beauty of Joseon
Country
Korea

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