Herbivore Botanicals

Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum

Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum
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Herbivore Botanicals

Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum

Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum

A potent brightening serum that combines 15% THD vitamin C plus super root turmeric to visibly improve dark spots and even skin tone.

Regular price $68
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Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum

1 oz / 30 ml
$68
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Highlights

Suitable for

Normal, dry, combination, and oily skin.

Why we stand behind it

Ultra-stable vitamin C improves the look of hyperpigmentation while antioxidant-rich organic super root turmeric helps even tone. Naturally derived ingredients work together to help fade discoloration and tighten the look of pores for a more radiant and rejuvenated complexion.

Key ingredients

Ultra-stable vitamin C: Helps improve the look of hyperpigmentation.
Organic super root turmeric: Antioxidants help even tone.

this product meets

The Credo Clean Standard™

Every product we offer meets our industry leading standards for safety and sustainability.

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This product is

Cruelty Free

What is an undertone?

An undertone is the color beneath the surface of your skin, which never changes (even with a tan). There are three types of undertones:

Pink/Cool

I see red or pink undertones around the perimeter of my face and neck.
My skin burns easily, but barely tans.
My skin looks better in silver jewelry than gold.

Neutral

I see both pink and yellow undertones around the perimeter of my face and neck.
My skin sometimes burns and sometimes tans.
My skin looks good in both gold and silver jewelry.

Yellow/Warm

I see yellow or golden undertones around the perimeter of my face and neck.
My skin rarely burns, but tans easily.
My skin looks better in gold jewelry than silver.

Find your shade match

Take our 1 minute quiz and get matched to real people with your skin tone and type.

Usage

Apply 1-2 pumps onto skin after cleansing and before moisturizing

Full ingredient list
Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum: Ingredients: aqua/water/eau || tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate || glycerin || c9-12 alkane || sodium stearoyl glutamate || propanediol || cetearyl olivate || sorbitan olivate || arctostaphylos uva-ursi leaf extract || curcuma longa (turmeric) root extract || terminalia chebula fruit extract || terminalia ferdinandiana fruit extract || hyaluronic acid || polyglyceryl-6 stearate || sclerotium gum || polyglyceryl-6 polyricinoleate || sodium levulinate || sodium anisate || melia azadirachta flower extract || coco-caprylate/caprate || butylene glycol || melia azadirachta leaf extract || ocimum sanctum leaf extract || sodium phytate || averrhoa carambola fruit extract || polyglyceryl-6 behenate || ocimum basilicum (basil) flower/leaf extract || tocopheryl acetate || echinacea purpurea extract || ananas sativus (pineapple) fruit juice || corallina officinalis extract || leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate || citric acid
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Herbivore Botanicals

Believing in the power of nature to deliver tangible results you can see and feel, Herbivore Botanicals was born in 2011. Thoughtfully creating products that are safe, non-toxic, highly effective and simply beautiful. Knowing that everything we put on our skin is quickly absorbed into our bodies, every single ingredient in Herbivore products are there for specific and therapeutic reasons. These are the skin-loving treatments that combine essential vitamins, minerals and botanicals (and nothing else) to restore skin’s optimum health and vitality.

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Overall rating: 4.6262627 / 5 from 99 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Nova 15% Vitamin C + Turmeric Brightening Serum is praised for its ability to brighten and even skin tone, with customers noting a natural glow and smooth texture. The product absorbs quickly and is suitable for various skin types. While some appreciate the scent, others find it too strong. Results vary, with some users seeing noticeable improvements in skin appearance.

Summary topics

  • Natural Glow: 9%
  • Overall Feeling: 13%
  • Skin Appearance: 32%
  • Absorption Speed: 7%
  • Product Texture: 13%

Review topics: [absorbs, ingredients, results, scent, color, improvement, feels, use, spots, texture, glow, buy, packaging, formula, skin, difference, looks, bottle, redness, works, face, acne, light, serum, pores, turmeric, brightens, vitamin c, option, scarring].

Review highlights

  • "It has a really nice creamy texture that applies smoothly and absorbs really well into my skin."Kaylie
  • "I love the texture and already seeing my skin brighter!!"Yamila J.
  • "My face feels very good and overall has a more ���natural�۝ glow now."Kelsey F.

Reviews

Potent

"I liked this vitamin c, but it didn’t give that soothing spa experience that some herbivore products do. It was also a little too irritating for me on some days."

Lauren (4/5)

It's okay

"I love Herbivore's products, but I didn't notice much with this one. It had a bit of a turmeric scent. It had a pale yellow color. It was creamy but doesn't have much hydration prowess."

andrea (3/5)

meh. . .

"fine product, not as effective as other vitamin c options"

Megan (3/5)

The best of the best!

"I love this serum. It’s lightweight, brightening and doesn’t break me out."

Jordann L. (5/5)

Nice

"I liked this, but also didn’t notice too much of a difference to repurchase"

Nastasia (4/5)

Got thrown away!

"Unfortunately Staley I didn’t get to try it because my husband accidentally tossed the small packaging. Disappointing!"

Jill S. (5/5)

Caused Breakouts

"I was excited to try this as it’s the most recommended and stable form of Vitamin C. However, I cannot continue using it after repeated tries. I’m dry/dehydrated and somewhat acne prone, but I’ve found a skincare routine that worked great for me and ended my (primarily chin) breakouts. Within a week of starting it, this Vitamin C caused pimples in spots I’ve never had them before though. I powered through but they kept coming. I finally stopped using the product, and the breakouts stopped immediately after. I tried again after a few weeks break and had the same reaction again — breakouts within a week. I’ve changed nothing else about my routine, my environment, or my stress levels, so only this Vitamin C can be to blame. It’s a shame, too, since I have more than 3/4 of the bottle left of this pricey stuff. :("

Shanda (1/5)

Feeling bright!

"Does what it says it will, goes on light and smooth. Feels great and the little turmeric smell reminds me it’s natural and good for my skin!"

Madina B. (5/5)

Great product!

"Sometimes Vitamin C can make my sensitive skin a bit red but this was completely non-irritating and I felt like it absorbed quickly, making it easy to layer moisturizer."

Danielle (5/5)

Good afforable option for a

"Good afforable option for a Vit C serum. Nice texture and not sticky or too thick. If you are opposed to smell of turmeric I would choose a different option."

melanie m. (4/5)

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