Perricone MD

Vitamin C Ester Brightening Amine Face Lift

A Perricone MD face serum with Vitamin C Ester, glycolic acid and copper complex for dullness, uneven tone and loss of firmness.

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  • oily skin
  • dry skin
  • combination skin
  • sensitive skin
  • normal skin

What it is

Perricone MD describes this lightweight face serum as targeting loss of firmness, uneven tone and dullness. It combines Vitamin C Ester, glycolic acid and Copper Complex, and the brand recommends it for all skin types.

Key ingredients

  • Vitamin C Ester: Perricone MD describes this stable form of vitamin C as helping brighten and smooth skin’s appearance and minimize the look of discoloration over time.
  • Glycolic acid: The brand says this alpha hydroxy acid gently exfoliates to improve the look of discoloration and skin smoothness.
  • Copper Complex: Perricone MD says this blend supports visible firmness and the feel of skin elasticity.

How to use

Use morning and evening after cleansing. Massage over the face and neck with a gentle upward motion, let it absorb, then follow with a Perricone MD moisturizer.

Who should be careful

The formula lists glycolic acid and fragrance (Fragrance/Parfum). People who avoid exfoliating acids or fragrance may wish to review the ingredient list. This is general product information, not medical advice.

What the brand claims

Perricone MD reports that, in a consumer study of 103 women after four weeks, 91% said skin felt smoother and 87% said skin looked more radiant. In a separate clinical study of 34 women after four weeks, 88% showed improvement in skin firmness. These are brand-reported results, not our findings.

A facial treatment in the Vitamin C Ester range with glycolic acid and tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate.

Manufacturer ingredient information

Manufacturer ingredient list

Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycolic Acid, Dimethyl MEA, Isopropyl Palmitate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tyrosine, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Zinc Gluconate, Magnesium Aspartate, Copper Gluconate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disodium EDTA, Ceteareth-20, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance/Parfum, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool.

Verified ingredient flags: Fragrance (Parfum); Linalool; Geraniol; Eugenol; Citronellol; Benzyl Benzoate; Benzyl Salicylate; Hexyl Cinnamal; Isopropyl Palmitate.

Source: https://www.perriconemd.com/p/vitamin-c-ester-brightening-amine-face-lift/11833546/ (checked 2026-10-11).

Check the current package ingredient list before use; manufacturer formulas may change. Ingredient flags identify presence, not safety.

Sources

We have not tested this product.

What's on the label

CategoryTargeted Vitamin C & Brightening Correctors
BrandPerricone MD
Model51070001
GTIN / UPC00651473705741
FormFace serum
TextureLightweight
Key ingredientsVitamin C Ester, glycolic acid and copper complex
Routine stepAfter cleansing and before moisturizer
When to useMorning and evening
Key ingredientNone stated
Best foroily, dry, combination, sensitive, normal skin
Fragrance freeNo
Worth knowingFragrance (Parfum), Linalool, Geraniol, Eugenol, Citronellol, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Isopropyl Palmitate
Full ingredient listWater/Aqua/Eau, Glycolic Acid, Dimethyl MEA, Isopropyl Palmitate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tyrosine, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Zinc Gluconate, Magnesium Aspartate, Copper Gluconate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disodium EDTA, Ceteareth-20, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance/Parfum, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool.
SizeNot stated
SourceBrand's own product page
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Common questions

Who does Perricone MD recommend this serum for?

The manufacturer recommends it for all skin types, especially people seeking a visibly brighter, more lifted appearance.

How does the brand direct customers to apply it?

Use morning and evening after cleansing; massage over the face and neck with an upward motion, let it absorb, then apply moisturizer.

Which ingredients does Perricone MD feature?

The page highlights Vitamin C Ester, glycolic acid and Copper Complex.

What study results does the brand report?

Perricone MD reports 91% of 103 women said skin felt smoother after four weeks, and 88% of 34 women showed improved firmness after four weeks in a clinical study.