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The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 23 Percent Plus Hyaluronic Acid Spheres 2 Percent Brightening Serum 30 Millilitre

Why you'll like it

  • Brightening Support — Contains 23 percent pure L-Ascorbic Acid to help improve the appearance of dull and uneven skin tone.
  • Hydration Support — Includes 2 percent Hyaluronic Acid spheres to help maintain a hydrated skin feel.
  • High Strength Formula — Water-free and silicone-free suspension delivers concentrated Vitamin C in a direct form.
  • Skin Radiance Care — Helps target the look of tired, uneven, and less radiant skin.

Product details

Description

The Ordinary Vitamin C 23% — Maximum-Strength Brightening on a Budget

The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2%: the strongest vitamin C in The Ordinary's lineup — 23% pure L-ascorbic acid in a water-free, silicone-free suspension, with dehydrated hyaluronic-acid spheres for hydration. Targets dullness, uneven tone and early fine lines at a fraction of premium-serum pricing. Honest texture note: it feels slightly grainy going on — that's the pure-C suspension, and it settles. Sealed authentic pack (30ml). ₹1,099 · COD available · Free delivery over ₹1,499.

Label-backed benefits*

  • 23% pure L-ascorbic acid — maximum-strength brightening, no derivatives
  • Water-free, silicone-free — keeps pure vitamin C stable far longer than typical serums
  • 2% HA spheres — hydration support alongside the active
  • The Ordinary's no-frills pricing — clinical-strength actives without the luxury markup
  • Vegan & cruelty-free — the brand's standing standard

*Per brand label claims. Strong active — patch-test and build tolerance gradually.

Dropy guarantee: sealed authentic US stock with a packing-proof video on every order — batch code on camera.

Individual results vary. Daily SPF is essential with vitamin C.

How to use

  1. Apply a small amount to the face in the morning or evening, avoiding the eye area.
  2. A tingling sensation may occur after application.
  3. If the formula feels too strong, mix it with a moisturizer or cream to build tolerance.
  4. Use sun protection during the daytime.

Ingredients

L-Ascorbic Acid 23%, Dehydrated Hyaluronic Acid Spheres 2%

As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.

Specifications

BrandThe Ordinary
CategoryVitamin C
Product typeFace Serum
UPC769915190700
Ships fromUSA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai
Sold byDropy.in

Ratings & reviews

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  • Miguel
    5 ★

    Best vitamin c

    Excellent supplement ,Vitamin C from MaryRuth Organics is an essential, vegan and non-GMO (Non-GMO) supplement, designed to support the immune system and collagen production

  • Sharon B.
    5 ★

    Preferred item ever!

    I purchase this periodically.I swear it makes me feel improved!

  • Margaret R.
    5 ★

    Brightening

    Am fond of the fact that it is liposomal but capsules are quite big and hard to swallow.

  • Navya R.
    5 ★

    Immediate improvement.

    I'm all about science and natural so I try to give my toddler orange juice but since she kept getting sick regularly (daycare baby) I was desperate and added this to her juice daily. Extremely effective I would say, truly help my preemies immune system, no taste or smell. Maybe it was a coincidence but she didn't get sick for two months straight.

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FAQs

Is it available in India, and what's the price?

Yes — Dropy.in ships the sealed authentic pack (30ml) across India for ₹1,099 with COD available and free delivery over ₹1,499. Every order includes a packing-proof video of your exact unit with the batch code on camera.

What does The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 23% do?

It targets dullness, uneven tone and early signs of aging with 23% pure L-ascorbic acid — the strongest vitamin C in The Ordinary's lineup — plus 2% dehydrated hyaluronic acid spheres for hydration, in a water-free, silicone-free suspension.

Why is it so cheap compared to other vitamin C serums?

The Ordinary's whole model: raw clinical-strength actives, no luxury packaging, no fragrance, no marketing markup. You trade sensory elegance (it's grainy and it tingles) for maximum concentration per rupee — that's the deliberate deal.

Why does it feel grainy on my skin?

That's normal — the formula suspends pure vitamin C particles rather than dissolving them, so a slight gritty feel during application is expected. Massage it in; the texture settles. It's the trade-off for a water-free 23% concentration at this price.

It tingles — is that okay, and can beginners use it?

A strong tingle in the first weeks is common at 23%. Build tolerance: start 2–3 nights a week, or mix a drop into your moisturizer. If your skin is very sensitive or new to vitamin C, a gentler formula like La Roche-Posay's 12% with neurosensine is the easier on-ramp — this one is for users who want maximum strength.

How to check if The Ordinary is original or fake in India?

The Ordinary is heavily counterfeited on marketplaces — check the batch code printed on the tube crimp, DECIEM manufacturer details on the box, and clean print quality. Every Dropy order ships with a packing-proof video showing your exact sealed unit and its batch code on camera.

Can I use it with niacinamide?

The Ordinary's own guidance is to keep pure vitamin C and niacinamide in separate routines — vitamin C at night, niacinamide in the morning (or alternate days) — to minimize interaction and irritation at these strengths. A plain moisturizer layers over it without issue.

When will I see results?

Brightness typically shows in 2–4 weeks of consistent use; tone-evening and fine-line softening build over 8–12 weeks. Vitamin C is a marathon active — daily consistency plus SPF is what delivers.

Morning or night — and do I need sunscreen?

Either works; many prefer night because of the texture. Daily SPF is mandatory while using vitamin C regardless of when you apply it.

How long does the 30ml tube last, and how should I store it?

A pea-sized amount per use lasts roughly 2–3 months. Being water-free, it's more stable than typical vitamin C serums — still, keep it cool, capped and away from sunlight.