Murad Vita-C Glycolic Serum

Benefits of Murad Vita-C Glycolic Serum

• 91% of users saw brighter, smoother skin within 2 weeks. 
• 94% agreed skin felt softer and more hydrated in the same timeframe. 
• Improves tone and texture by exfoliating with glycolic acid and boosting vitamin C delivery.

What you'll notice:

• Your complexion looks more radiant and even.
• Skin texture feels smoother and softer.
• Your treatment products absorb more effectively after use.

Clinical Results:

• 91% saw brighter, smoother skin with more glow in 2 weeks 
• 94% reported skin felt softer-much‐hydrated in 2 weeks. 

Results based on Murad internal study stated by brand. Individual results may vary.

How To Use Murad Vita-C Glycolic Serum

1. After cleansing and toning, apply morning and evening to face, neck and chest. 
2. Gently massage into skin and follow with your treatment serum and/or moisturizer.
3. In the daytime, always follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen. At night, continue with your regular nighttime routine.

Pro Tip (from estheticians): If layering other actives, introduce slowly — start every other night to gauge skin’s response to glycolic acid and vitamin C combo.

Murad Vita-C Glycolic Serum Ingredients

CLINICALLY TESTED / KEY INGREDIENTS

Gold-Stabilized Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid + Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate): Highly bioavailable antioxidant that brightens skin and defends against environmental damage. 

Glycolic Acid: Exfoliates surface cells for improved texture and enhanced vitamin C penetration. 

Phyto-Luminescent Extract: Helps transform UV energy into skin glow and supports luminosity. 

INGREDIENTS

Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycolic Acid, Dimethicone, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Diisopropyl Sebacate, C13-16 Isoparaffin, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Lactic Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ascorbic Acid, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Glutathione, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Gold, Marrubium Vulgare Extract, Verbascum Thapsus Extract, Zanthoxylum Bungeanum Fruit Extract, Xymenynic Acid, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Hexylresorcinol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Oleyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Polysilicone-11, Triheptanoin, Polyisobutene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Surfactin, Hexylene Glycol, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sorbitol, Xanthan Gum, Decyl Glucoside, Propanediol, Sorbitan Isostearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Tin Oxide, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)

Skin Elite is dedicated to maintaining the accuracy of the ingredient lists on this website. However, because ingredients are subject to change, we cannot guarantee that these lists are complete, up-to-date and/or error-free. For an accurate listing of ingredients in each product, please refer to your product packaging.

FAQs

Can I use this while pregnant or nursing?
No specific guidance provided by the brand for pregnancy or nursing; consult your physician.

Can I use this with retinol/retinal/acid exfoliants?
Yes — you can layer with other actives, but because this serum contains glycolic acid and vitamin C, alternate nights or monitor your skin if using multiple actives at once.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes — formulated for all skin types including sensitive; but if you are new to acids, start using every other night and patch test first. 

How long until I see results?
Studies show 91% of users saw brighter, smoother skin within 2 weeks and 28% improvement in tone at 4 weeks. 

Can I use it around the eyes?
Avoid the orbital eye area unless specified; this face serum is applied to face, neck and chest.

Storage and shelf life?
Store tightly closed at room temperature and use according to manufacturer’s guidance after opening.

People Also Ask

Is Murad Vita-C Glycolic Serum good for acne-prone skin?
Yes — while not specifically acne-treatment, it helps exfoliate and brighten which can benefit skin with post-acne discoloration or texture issues.

Can you use Murad Vita-C Glycolic Serum every day?
Yes — it is recommended for AM & PM use, but monitor tolerance especially when layering other actives. 

Does Murad Vita-C Glycolic Serum work under makeup?
Yes — the lightweight serum absorbs fully and can be followed by moisturizer and sunscreen, then makeup.

How long does a bottle of Murad Vita-C Glycolic Serum last?
Usage varies by amount and frequency; a 1 oz bottle used twice daily may last approximately 4-6 weeks.

Is Murad Vita-C Glycolic Serum fragrance-free / oil-free?
Yes — the brand states it is formulated without fragrance and artificial colors.

Returns policy

Our goal at Skin Elite is to have happy and satisfied customers. If, after receipt, you are not completely satisfied with your order, you may initiate a return request in your account or by contacting our Customer Service team within 30 days of the purchase date at 1-888-400-4472 or at customerservices@skinelite.com.

If you wish to return an item, please ensure you obtain a return merchandise authorization number (RMA #). Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer unless there was a shipping error or damage. Please note original paid shipping fees are non-refundable. Returned items must be unopened and in their original packaging.

If you are an Elite Rewards Member just go to the Orders section within your Account and click on ‘Return Item’ and follow the instructions.

Please allow up to 2 weeks, from receipt of item(s), for refunds and store credits to be processed. Skin Elite reserves the right to reject any return and to change or update this return policy at any time. For more details, go to our Returns Policy page.

Shipping & Insurance

We proudly offer free shipping on orders $50 or more, after discounts, using either the United States Postal Services (USPS) First Class or Priority Mail and UPS Ground within the United States. Expedited UPS and FedEx delivery services are available at an additional cost to the 48 contiguous States only. Please note that a few of our products are restricted to ground shipping only and some orders may require a signature upon delivery.

Most orders are delivered within 3-7 days. However delivery times can also depend on external factors as well as internal USPS, UPS or FedEx factors and therefore cannot be guaranteed. Please note there may be some shipping delays during the busy Holiday Season. If you have not received your order within 14 days after your shipping confirmation, then please contact us immediately at customerservices@skinelite.com.

Please make sure to enter your shipping address correctly before you place your order. If the address is incomplete, it may delay receipt of the package.

Once your order is processed, you will receive an email notification with tracking information.

For more details, go to our Shipping Policy page.

Refused Packages and Incorrect Addresses

Please ensure your shipping address is entered correctly before your order is placed. If the address is incomplete, it may delay receipt of the package and you will be charged a $15 fee if delivery is refused or undeliverable. This often happens when the apartment or suite number is missing.

How Long Will Delivery Take?

All delivery methods can experience a range of delivery times. Most orders are delivered within 3-7 business days. However, delivery times can also depend on external factors as well as internal UPS / USPS / FedEx factors and therefore cannot be guaranteed. If you are in Hawaii, Alaska or a non-contiguous State, shipments will take up to 14 business days for delivery. Please note we must be contacted at customerservices@skinelite.com within 21 days of shipping notification to address shipping issues.

All orders are processed and shipped within 1 to 2 business days of order receipt. You will receive an automated email notification containing your tracking number as soon as a shipping label is created. Business days are Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Cut off time for Expedited, Express 2 day, and Next Day shipping options is 2pm ET. We cannot ship to PO boxes for Expedited, Express 2 Day, and Next Day Shipping. Please note Expedited, Express 2 Day and Next Day shipping is available to the 48 contiguous States only.

All deliveries are tracked with delivery confirmation provided. Insurance of packages is effective up to delivery confirmation only. Once items are confirmed as delivered, packages become the responsibility of the customer. Packages tracked as delivered, but reported missing, will need a UPS / USPS/ FedEx claim number to be investigated.

All delivery estimates are in business days excluding holidays. Skin Elite Group LLC is not responsible for carrier delays or delays due to events outside our control.