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    Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum
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    Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum Review

    4.2
    out of 5

    BLC Research Score

    A research-based assessment from ingredient and formula analysis plus reputation, not a hands-on lab test. See our scoring approach.

    Best for
    oily, dry, sensitive, combination
    Price
    $23.90 / 1.0 oz / 30 mL
    Main claim
    Anti-aging firming
    Texture
    Serum
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    Quick verdict

    Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum sits in the k-beauty tier at $23.90 for 1.0 oz / 30 mL. Best for oily, dry, sensitive, combination skin.

    Key ingredients

    What the hero actives in Vitamin C Boosting Serum are supposed to do.

    Primary

    Vitamin C (63% sea buckthorn water)

    Supporting

    Niacinamide, Antioxidant-rich base

    Learn more about these actives

    Vitamin C

    An antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals from UV and pollution, while also brightening dark spots and supporting collagen synthesis.

    Read the full Vitamin C guide ->

    Niacinamide

    A multi-tasking vitamin B3 derivative that reduces pore appearance, calms redness, brightens uneven tone, and strengthens the skin barrier.

    Read the full Niacinamide guide ->

    Vitamin E

    A fat-soluble antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals from UV and pollution, supports skin barrier function, and keeps the oils in a formula from going rancid.

    Read the full Vitamin E guide ->
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    Final verdict

    Dr. Althea Vitamin C Boosting Serum is a k-beauty face serum for oily, dry, sensitive, combination skin.

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    Editor's note

    Reviewed by the BLC Editorial Team using our standardized 7-criteria scoring methodology. No affiliate links. No sponsored placement.

    Last updated: Jun 26, 2026. Read how we evaluate.