{"product_id":"dr-althea-vitamin-c-boosting-serum-30ml","title":"Dr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum 30ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"ksa-answer-first\"\u003eDr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum is a 30ml lightweight daily brightening serum for dark spots, post-acne marks, dullness and uneven tone. It is built on 63% vitamin-rich sea buckthorn water with 5% niacinamide and 2% tranexamic acid, plus centella, triple hyaluronic acid and ceramide NP to keep skin calm and hydrated. It has no artificial colouring or scent and suits people who find traditional vitamin C serums too harsh. Genuine Dr.Althea, shipped from Seoul with Cash on Delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"ksa-key-facts\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDr.Althea (Korea)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDark spots, post-acne marks, dullness; dry and sensitive skin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey ingredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e63% sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) water, 5% niacinamide, 2% tranexamic acid, centella, triple hyaluronic acid, ceramide NP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFree from\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArtificial colouring and scent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRoutine step\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerum, AM and PM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A daily brightening serum for dark spots, post-acne marks, dullness, and uneven skin tone.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfooter\u003e— Dr.Althea, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doctoraltheaglobal.com\/products\/vitamin-c-boosting-serum\"\u003eofficial product description\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does Dr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a gentle \"vitamin C\" serum — the most searched Dr.Althea serum in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Instead of harsh pure ascorbic acid, it uses vitamin-rich sea buckthorn water with niacinamide and tranexamic acid to brighten without stinging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e63% sea buckthorn water\u003c\/strong\u003e – vitamin-rich antioxidant base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5% niacinamide\u003c\/strong\u003e – evens tone and refines texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2% tranexamic acid\u003c\/strong\u003e – targets dark spots and marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentella, hyaluronic acid and ceramide NP\u003c\/strong\u003e – soothe and hydrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIs it the best K-beauty vitamin C serum for sensitive skin?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor sensitive skin, it is one of the gentlest brightening options: no artificial scent or colouring, and a soothing base that keeps skin comfortable. That makes it easier to use daily under Gulf sun, where consistent brightening plus SPF matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use Dr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter toner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a few drops to the skin, avoiding the eye and mouth areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePat in\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently pat to aid absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMorning\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor daytime wear, follow with sunscreen. At night, seal with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dr-althea-345-relief-cream\"\u003eDr.Althea 345 Relief Cream\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDr.Althea Vitamin C vs ANUA Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4%\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eANUA Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4%\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNiacinamide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTXA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGentle daily brightening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStronger spot care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor stronger spot care, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/renew-anua-niacinamide-10-txa-4-serum-30ml\"\u003eANUA Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum\u003c\/a\u003e. Shop \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/glowing-skin-brightening-korean-skincare-uae\"\u003ebrightening skincare\u003c\/a\u003e and the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dr-althea-skincare-uae\"\u003eDr.Althea range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGenuine Dr.Althea from Seoul: how we source and ship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksa-trust\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKorean Skincare Arabia is an authentic seller of Dr.Althea products in the UAE and GCC. We source all stock directly from official brand channels in South Korea, verify that every delivery is a fresh batch, receive it into our Seoul warehouse and ship each parcel directly from Korea by air, with delivery in 5–7 days across the UAE and GCC — so you always get fresh K-beauty with batch codes you can verify.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery order ships via DHL Express with customs handled, delivered to your door, with Cash on Delivery available. Verify your product with our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/dr-althea-batch-code-expiry-checker-uae-guide\"\u003eDr.Althea batch code guide\u003c\/a\u003e. Our group is rated 4.7 on Trustpilot from 18,000+ reviews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ksa-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn short\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e63% sea buckthorn + 5% niacinamide + 2% TXA serum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently brightens dark spots, marks and dullness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAM and PM after toner; SPF by day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy authentic Dr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum in the UAE and GCC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can buy authentic Dr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum from Korean Skincare Arabia. We source stock directly from official brand channels in South Korea, check that every batch is fresh, and ship each parcel by air from our Seoul warehouse, arriving in 5–7 days across the UAE and GCC with Cash on Delivery. You can verify the batch code on your pack with our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/dr-althea-batch-code-expiry-checker-uae-guide\"\u003eDr.Althea batch code guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Dr.Althea Vitamin C serum contain pure vitamin C?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts brightening base is 63% sea buckthorn water, a naturally vitamin-rich botanical, combined with 5% niacinamide and 2% tranexamic acid. This approach brightens without the stinging that pure ascorbic acid can cause, which is why Dr.Althea suggests it for people who find traditional brightening serums too harsh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for sensitive skin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is recommended for dry and sensitive skin, with soothing centella, ceramide NP and no artificial colouring or scent. Patch test first as with any active serum, and start once a day before using it morning and evening. A few drops are enough each time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it with retinol?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Many people use it in the morning under sunscreen and retinol at night. Niacinamide and tranexamic acid pair well with most actives. Introduce one new active at a time and keep a soothing moisturiser in your routine. Always wear sunscreen during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long until dark spots fade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith consistent morning and evening use, skin often looks brighter and more even within a few weeks, while stubborn spots and post-acne marks fade over several weeks or more. Daily sunscreen is essential to protect your progress in strong sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it oxidise like other vitamin C serums?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause its brightening comes from sea buckthorn water, niacinamide and tranexamic acid rather than pure ascorbic acid, it is less prone to the browning that some vitamin C serums show. Keep the cap closed and store it away from heat and sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ksa-reviewed\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eReviewed by the Korean Skincare Arabia team, Seoul · Updated October 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Where can I buy authentic Dr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum in the UAE and GCC?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"You can buy authentic Dr.Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum from Korean Skincare Arabia. 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