DIY Vitamin C Serum for Glowing Skin

Vitamin C is a powerhouse ingredient known for its brightening and antioxidant properties. Today, we’re making a homemade Vitamin C Serum packed with natural extracts to nourish and protect your skin. This lightweight, jelly-like serum is easy to make and perfect for boosting your skincare routine!

Why Vitamin C?

Vitamin C helps to:
✔ Brighten the skin and even out skin tone
✔ Stimulate collagen production for firmer skin
✔ Protect against environmental damage and free radicals
✔ Improve skin texture and hydration

Ingredients & Their Benefits

Water Phase (Hydration & Antioxidant Base)

Orange Powder Infusion – Rich in natural vitamin C, it brightens the skin and provides antioxidant protection.
Distilled Water – A clean and pure base for dissolving active ingredients.

Active Ingredients (Skin Brightening & Nourishing)

Vitamin C Powder (Ascorbic Acid) – The key ingredient that helps even out skin tone, boost collagen, and fight free radicals.
Lemon Extract – Helps lighten dark spots, improve skin radiance, and reduce pigmentation.
Kiwi Extract – A powerhouse of antioxidants and vitamin C, it supports skin renewal and elasticity.
Bell Pepper Extract – Packed with vitamin C, it protects the skin from environmental damage and hydrates it deeply.
Orange Extract – Revitalizes dull skin and enhances its natural glow.

Gelling & Hydration (Texture & Stability)

Glycerin – A humectant that draws moisture into the skin, keeping it soft and hydrated.
Xanthan gum helps create the serum’s smooth, gel-like texture while providing a lightweight feel on the skin.
- It also acts as a stabilizer, ensuring the ingredients remain well-mixed and evenly distributed.
Acacia gum is a natural thickener that enhances the serum’s silky and hydrating consistency.
- It also has soothing properties, helping to improve skin hydration and texture.

Preservation (Shelf Life & Safety)

Liquid Germall Plus – A broad-spectrum preservative that prevents bacterial and fungal growth, ensuring the serum remains safe for use.

Recipe:

phase A

4.5g Orange Powder Infusion
20.76g Distilled Water
1.5g Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C Powder)
0.3g Lemon Extract
0.3g Kiwi Extract
0.3g Bell Pepper Extract
0.5g Liquid Germall Plus (Preservative)
0.3g Orange Extract

phase B

1.5g Glycerin
0.09g Xanthan Gum
0.3g Acacia Gum)

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Prepare the Orange Powder Infusion

Infuse the orange powder in hot water for 30 minutes.
Strain it to extract the nutrient-rich liquid.
This infusion forms the base of our water phase. If you prefer, you can skip this step and replace its amount with distilled water.

2. Create the Water Phase

Weigh the required amount of orange infusion.
Mix it with distilled water and vitamin C powder.
Stir well until the vitamin C is fully dissolved.

3. Prepare the Extracts

Combine lemon, kiwi, bell pepper, and orange extracts in a separate container.
Mix well to ensure all extracts are evenly blended.

4. Add the Thickening Agent

In another container, mix glycerin with gums(phase b) to prevent clumping.
Gently pour phase b into the serum base in two steps to ensure even distribution.
Stir well and let it sit until the serum develops a smooth jelly-like texture.

5. Adjust the pH

Since we’re using unstable ascorbic acid, the pH should be between 3 and 3.5.

Make a 10% solution of the serum.
Use a pH meter or pH strips to check the pH.
If you’re using a stable form of Vitamin C, you may need to raise the pH to around 6.

6. Preserve Your Serum

Add Liquid Germall Plus to extend shelf life.
Mix well and transfer your serum into a clean container.

Final Thoughts

Your homemade Vitamin C Serum is now ready to use! This serum will help brighten, hydrate, and protect your skin using the power of natural ingredients.

How to Use

✅ Apply a few drops to clean skin before your moisturizer.
✅ Use in the morning with sunscreen to maximize protection.