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Premium Edition Beyond Complex C Serum

A vitamin C serum with retinol and peptides. Five forms of vitamin C, three peptides, retinol, retinyl linoleate and bakuchiol, with concentrated botanicals from Australia, India and the Swiss Alps.

$109.001 fl. oz. / 30 ml
  • Vegan
  • Cruelty-free
  • No parabens
  • Fragrance-free
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5forms of vitamin C
3peptides, including a neuropeptide
3texture refiners: retinol, retinyl linoleate and bakuchiol
3botanical regions: Australia, India and the Swiss Alps
The making of the serum

Seven formulations to get one serum right

Hylunia went through seven formulations to arrive at this serum. The result brings vitamin C, peptides and three forms of retinoid-type care together in a single evening step.

Three stable forms of vitamin C were chosen so the serum brightens without losing potency in the bottle.

Formulation seventhe one in the bottle
What you may notice

Smoother-looking lines, firmer-looking skin, a brighter tone

One serum for the visible concerns that usually take several products: lines, firmness and uneven tone.

Premium Edition Beyond Complex C
  1. 01

    Smoother-looking lines

    Helps crow’s feet, forehead lines and smile lines look smoother.

  2. 02

    A smoother feel from the first application

    Skin looks smoother and tighter soon after you apply it.

  3. 03

    A firmer, lifted look

    Helps the face, jawline and neck look firmer with regular use.

  4. 04

    Brighter, more even-looking tone

    Softens the look of age spots and blotchiness.

  5. 05

    Retinol with calming botanicals

    Turmeric-derived antioxidant, green tea and licorice sit alongside retinol to help calm the look of redness.

  6. 06

    Clean since 1988

    Vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free and fragrance-free.

Inside the formula

Five forms of vitamin C, in one citrus-bright serum

Three stable forms of vitamin C, plus two fruit sources, for radiance and a more even-looking tone.

  1. 1
    3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid
    A stable form of vitamin C.
  2. 2
    Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate
    A stable, oil-soluble form of vitamin C.
  3. 3
    Encapsulated L-ascorbic acid
    Vitamin C in an encapsulated form.
  4. 4
    Kakadu plum
    A rich natural source of vitamin C.
  5. 5
    Amla
    Standardized to 40% antioxidant tannins.
Firm and soften

Three peptides

Palmitoyl tripeptide-5 and dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline for firmer, more resilient-looking skin, plus acetyl hexapeptide-8 to help soften the look of expression lines.

Smooth

Retinol, retinyl linoleate and bakuchiol

Two forms of vitamin A with bakuchiol, a gentler plant-derived alternative to retinol, for smoother-looking texture.

Calm and protect

Antioxidant botanicals

Green tea standardized to 50% polyphenols, licorice, a turmeric-derived antioxidant and fermented purslane, a natural source of glutathione.

Also inside: plant-derived hyaluronic acid, honey locust, kangaroo paw (a source of ferulic acid, which helps stabilize vitamin C), horsetail, grape stem cell extract, gotu kola, calendula and oat. See the full ingredient list

Ancient Ayurveda + modern science

Concentrated botanicals from three corners of the world

Australia

Kakadu plum, kangaroo paw and Centipeda cunninghamii.

India

Amla, neem and a turmeric-derived antioxidant, rooted in Ayurvedic tradition.

The Swiss Alps

Alpine willowherb, for skin that looks tired and lackluster.

How to use

Your evening routine

Warm three to four drops between your fingertips and press gently over face, neck and décolleté.

  1. Step 1CleanseStart with clean skin in the evening.
  2. Step 2ToneFollow with your toner.
  3. Step 3Beyond Complex CPress three to four drops over face, neck and décolleté.
  4. Step 4MoisturizeFinish with your Hylunia moisturizer or Advanced Restorative Crème.

New to retinol? Build up gradually

First two weeks
Twice a week
Next
Every other night
Then
Nightly, if your skin stays comfortable

If you notice dryness or tightness, ease back for a week.

For deep wrinkles

Use morning and evening as step 2, before your moisturizer. By day, finish with sunscreen.

Precautions

This serum contains retinol. [Add approved precautions and retinol concentration from the product record.]

Complete the routine

Follow with a Hylunia moisturizer

The directions suggest finishing with your Hylunia moisturizer or Advanced Restorative Crème to seal in the serum.

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Our heritage

Ancient Ayurveda and modern science, since 1988

Hylunia's founding team, Dr. Brian Jegasothy, Dr. Lingam and Alice Thiel, brought together formulation research and Ayurvedic influences with a focus on hydration and skin comfort.

Plant-based hyaluronic acid

For deep, lasting hydration.

Vegan and cruelty-free

Made with vegan ingredients and no animal testing.

No parabens or fragrance

Also free of synthetic preservatives and artificial colors.

Handmade in small batches

Produced in Henderson, Nevada.

Frequently asked questions

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How fast will I see results?

[Answer from the Hylunia team]

What makes it “beyond” other vitamin C serums?

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How is the Premium Edition different from the original Beyond Complex C?

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Morning or evening?

Evening, after cleansing and toning. For deep wrinkles, the directions suggest using it morning and evening, finishing with sunscreen by day.

Can I use it with retinol products I already own?

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Will it irritate sensitive skin?

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Is bakuchiol the same as retinol?

No. Bakuchiol is a plant-derived alternative to retinol. This serum contains bakuchiol alongside retinol and retinyl linoleate.

Can I use it during pregnancy?

[Answer from the Hylunia team. The formula contains retinol.]

Is it vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes. The formula uses vegan ingredients and is cruelty-free.

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Vitamin C, peptides and retinol in one evening step

Premium Edition Beyond Complex C Serum · 1 fl. oz. / 30 ml · $109.00

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