Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum
Murad Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum scores 7.5/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Softens and smooths
Polymer thickener
Draws in moisture
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes Murad Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum stand out
Murad Vita-C Glycolic Brightening Serum is a solid serum with an overall score of 7.5/9.8. Positioned in the premium bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with C13-16 Isoparaffin, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ascorbic Acid — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on hydration (7.6) and low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
Key ingredients
- ✶C13-16 Isoparaffin
Softens and smooths — #1 in the INCI list
- ✶Dimethyl Isosorbide
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Ascorbic Acid
Works on your skin — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Urea
Draws in moisture — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Trehalose
Draws in moisture — #7 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
41 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Works on your skin9
- Draws in moisture7
- Softens and smooths5
- Holds the formula together5
- Keeps the product fresh5
- Added colour4
- Other ingredient3
- Formula balancers2
- Locks moisture in1