10% Waterless Vitamin C Serum
Farmacy 10% Waterless Vitamin C Serum scores 6.9/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Draws in moisture
Humectant with antimicrobial properties
Pure vitamin C antioxidant
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes Farmacy 10% Waterless Vitamin C Serum stand out
Farmacy 10% Waterless Vitamin C Serum is a solid serum with an overall score of 6.9/9.8. Positioned in the premium bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Ascorbic Acid — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, hydration could be stronger.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
May not suit
- ⚠Very dry skin types looking for heavy-duty moisture
Key ingredients
- ✶Propanediol
Draws in moisture — #1 in the INCI list
- ✶Pentylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Ascorbic Acid
Works on your skin — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Betaine
Draws in moisture — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Alpha-Arbutin
Works on your skin — #5 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
9 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Draws in moisture4
- Works on your skin4
- Formula balancers1