Vitamin C

Brightening Moisturizer

This moisturiser provides hydration with an added brightening boost. It contains Vitamin C to help even out skin tone, improve radiance, and protect against environmental damage — all while keeping your skin moisturised and comfortable throughout the day.

This moisturiser works well for normal to combination skin. If you have very oily skin, the PHD 3% Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturiser may be a better fit — it's lightweight, non-greasy, and specifically designed for oil control.

That said, if brightening is your primary concern alongside mild oiliness, this moisturiser can still work well.

Yes. This moisturiser provides good hydration and is recommended in dry skin routines. The Vitamin C also helps brighten dull, dehydrated skin. For very dry or eczema-prone skin, the PHD 1% Ceramides Intensive Repair Cream may be more suitable.

The moisturiser contains a gentle Vitamin C derivative that is generally well-tolerated. If you have very sensitive skin, start with alternate-day use and monitor for any irritation. If your skin is sensitive to Vitamin C specifically, consider the PHD 3% Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturiser as a gentler alternative.

Yes — they're designed to be used together. The serum delivers concentrated Vitamin C as an active treatment, while the moisturiser provides hydration with an added brightening boost. Using both is not an overdose — they complement each other for enhanced brightening results.

Routine: Cleanser → Vitamin C Serum → Vitamin C Moisturiser → Sunscreen.

Yes. Niacinamide and Vitamin C work well together. You can use Niacinamide Serum followed by this Vitamin C Moisturiser in the same routine — the Niacinamide controls oil and fades marks, while the Vitamin C moisturiser adds a brightening and hydrating layer.

Yes. This moisturiser works well as the hydrating step after any serum:

• With Retinol: Apply Retinol Serum at night, then this moisturiser to hydrate and reduce dryness
• With Salicylic Acid: Apply SA Serum at night, then this moisturiser to soothe and hydrate

They're designed for different skin concerns:

• Vitamin C Brightening Moisturiser: Best for brightening, hydration, and normal to dry skin. Pairs perfectly with the Vitamin C Serum.
• 3% Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturiser: Best for oil control, acne-prone skin, and lightweight hydration. Pairs with the Niacinamide Serum.

Choose based on your primary concern — glow or oil control.

Yes. The Vitamin C in this moisturiser helps improve radiance, even out skin tone, and add a subtle glow with daily use. For maximum brightening, pair it with the PHD 10% Vitamin C Brightening Serum in the morning.

This moisturiser supports overall brightening and more even-looking skin tone over time. However, for targeted dark spots or stubborn pigmentation, pair it with a dedicated serum — the PHD 2% Alpha Arbutin Serum for depigmentation or the PHD 10% Niacinamide Serum for acne marks.

Yes. This moisturiser can be used both morning and night:

• Morning: Cleanser → Serum → Vitamin C Moisturiser → Sunscreen
• Night: Cleanser → Serum → Vitamin C Moisturiser

Apply this moisturiser after your serum and before sunscreen:

1. Cleanser
2. Serum (Vitamin C, Niacinamide, or any /PHD/ serum)
3. Vitamin C Brightening Moisturiser
4. Sunscreen (in the morning)

Yes. If you're looking for hydration without the brightening focus:

• Oily/combination skin: /PHD/ 3% Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturiser
• Very dry/eczema skin: /PHD/ 1% Ceramides Intensive Repair Cream

The Vitamin C Moisturiser is specifically for those who want hydration + brightening in one step.

This moisturiser is designed for brightening and hydration, not acne treatment. If your primary concern is acne, the PHD 3% Niacinamide Oil-Free Moisturiser is a better choice — it's non-greasy and helps with oil control. You can still use this Vitamin C moisturiser if brightening is also a priority, but pair it with an acne-fighting serum like Salicylic Acid or Niacinamide.

Vitamin C is generally considered safe. However, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, we recommend consulting your doctor before use.

Yes. This moisturiser is suitable for all genders. Dull skin and uneven tone affect everyone.

Yes. This moisturiser does not contain SPF. Always apply sunscreen as the last step of your morning routine to protect your skin and maintain brightening results.

• Improved hydration and skin comfort: immediate
• Visible brightening and glow: 2–4 weeks with consistent use

For faster results, pair with the PHD 10% Vitamin C Brightening Serum in the morning.

Yes, you can use any moisturiser that suits your skin type. However, the PHD Vitamin C Moisturiser is specifically formulated to complement /PHD/ serums — particularly the Vitamin C Serum — for enhanced brightening. Using a non-PHD moisturiser is fine as long as it doesn't contain ingredients that conflict with your serums.

Yes, it's completely safe to use. Over time, the Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (the stable form of Vitamin C) in the moisturizer may cause a gradual shift in colour due to exposure to air and light. Initially, the product is pale white, but as it continues to work, the colour may change to pale yellow or amber shade.

As long as the product hasn't darkened to a brown or deep, overly intense colour, it remains effective. We recommend storing your moisturizer in a cool, dry place and keeping the cap tightly closed to minimize light and air exposure, which helps maintain the product's quality over time.

No. This moisturiser is free from added fragrance, making it suitable for sensitive skin.

You can purchase this moisturiser from this website and authorised platforms (Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Meesho, Purplle, and Nykaa). For quick delivery, it's also available on Flipkart Minutes and Swiggy Instamart.

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