Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Vitamin C Serum — 30 ml, 10% Hydrating Brightening Serum for Uneven Tone & Hydration

Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Serum is a lightweight 10% vitamin C serum designed to brighten, hydrate, and clarify skin while reducing the appearance of dark spots and blemishes.

This serum combines a gentle vitamin C blend with a triple-antioxidant complex to target uneven tone and dryness without harsh irritation. Formulated for daily use, C-Luma delivers immediate moisture and ongoing support for improved clarity and luminosity. The formula avoids essential oils, silicones, fragrance, and alcohols, aiming to be skin-first and easy to layer with other treatments and moisturizers.

How does C-Luma brighten skin without irritating it?

C-Luma uses a milder combination of vitamin C derivatives—primarily sodium ascorbyl phosphate (9%) and ascorbyl glucoside (1%)—that work to promote radiance while minimizing the sting associated with stronger L-ascorbic acid formulas. The antioxidants help protect skin from oxidative stress that dulls tone, while the hydrating base supports a smoother surface for light reflection.

• 9% sodium ascorbyl phosphate: reduces blemishes and supports elasticity
• 1% ascorbyl glucoside: defends against free radicals and helps fade hyperpigmentation
• Triple-antioxidant complex: complements vitamin C for balanced protection

Will this serum hydrate as well as brighten?

Yes — C-Luma is formulated to deliver immediate and continued hydration so skin looks plumper and more luminous. It includes humectant and skin-conditioning ingredients that lock in moisture and help prevent water loss, which enhances the brightening benefits by improving overall skin texture.

• Instant hydration upon application for a dewy finish
• Longer-term moisture retention to support barrier function
• Works well under moisturizers and makeup without pilling

How should I add C-Luma to my skincare routine?

Apply one pump to clean, dry skin either morning or night; it layers easily with most serums, treatments, and moisturizers. If you use it in the morning, pair with a broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect the skin and preserve results. No specific exclusion of other Drunk Elephant serums is necessary—just avoid mixing with highly acidic exfoliants at the same exact moment.

• Use one pump on face and neck after cleansing
• Compatible with most serums and moisturizers from Drunk Elephant
• Apply sunscreen during daytime use for best results

What skin concerns does C-Luma help address?

C-Luma is designed to target uneven tone, post-breakout marks, and the look of dullness while improving skin clarity and reducing the appearance of blemishes. It’s not marketed as a medical treatment, but many users see a more even-looking complexion and reduced visible discoloration with continued use.

• Fades the look of hyperpigmentation and post-breakout marks
• Reduces the visible appearance of blemishes and dullness
• Improves skin clarity and helps smooth fine lines over time

Who is this for: Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Serum suits anyone seeking a gentle, hydrating vitamin C option—especially those with normal to dry or combination skin who want brighter, more even-looking skin without essential oils, silicones, fragrance, or alcohols. It’s well-suited for users who prefer clinically minded, cruelty-free formulations and need a vitamin C that layers easily with other skincare products.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Propanediol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Glycerin, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Squalane, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, C9-12 Alkane, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Pullulan, Sclerotium Gum, Diglucosyl Gallic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Glutathione, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraisostearate, Dipropylene Glycol, Phloretin, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Metabisulfite, PPG-8-Ceteth-20, Gluconolactone, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Silica, Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Chondrus Crispus Extract.