PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment

Name: PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment
Brand: amerín
SKU: 1006
Price: 65.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Benefits: more even-looking tone + daily antioxidant support | Skin type: all skin types | Usage: morning

A daily antioxidant serum formulated with a 12% Vitamin C Complex based on Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Ascorbyl Glucoside, combined with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment to improve visible radiance, uneven-looking tone and overall skin quality.

Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Allantoin and Calcium PCA support hydration and skin comfort, while vitamin E complements the antioxidant profile.

Lightweight and fast-absorbing, our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment was designed as an early and consistent defense step for skin exposed to daily oxidative stress — particularly relevant from the 20s onward, when maintaining radiance, even tone, hydration and barrier quality becomes an important part of long-term skin care.

Provides daily antioxidant support with two stable vitamin C derivatives
Helps brighten dull and tired-looking skin
Promotes a more even and refined-looking complexion
Supports skin barrier function through Niacinamide and Panthenol
Helps maintain hydration with Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate
Complements daily photoprotection as the antioxidant step before SPF
Ideal for proactive skincare from the 20s onward and the first visible signs of skin fatigue

12% Dual-Derivative Vitamin C Complex
Our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment uses two vitamin C derivatives — Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Ascorbyl Glucoside — to provide a stable, daily-use antioxidant system. Both are derivatives of vitamin C used in cosmetic formulas to support antioxidant care, radiance and a more even-looking complexion.
Unlike formulas based on pure L-Ascorbic Acid, our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment was designed around derivative forms selected for stability and compatibility within a daily serum format. The objective is not aggressive correction. It is consistent antioxidant support and progressive improvement in visible skin quality.

Niacinamide
A multifunctional form of vitamin B3 with a well-established role in modern dermatological skincare. Niacinamide supports the skin barrier, improves the appearance of uneven tone and contributes to smoother, more balanced-looking skin.
Its inclusion makes our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment particularly relevant for younger adult skin, where the priorities are often prevention, post-blemish unevenness, dehydration, dullness and maintaining barrier quality rather than correcting advanced signs of aging.

Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment
A biotechnology-derived ferment obtained through the fermentation of Acerola Cherry with Lactobacillus.
The ingredient gives to our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment a fermentation-focused botanical dimension and is used in cosmetic skincare for skin-protecting and conditioning care.
Rather than functioning as a replacement for the vitamin C system, it complements the antioxidant-focused identity of the formula and contributes to a fresher, well-conditioned skin appearance.

Vitamin E
Tocopheryl Acetate complements the vitamin C derivatives and contributes additional antioxidant and skin-conditioning support to the formula.

I wanted to create a serum for the stage when skincare should become proactive rather than corrective.

In the 20s and early 30s, the skin may still appear firm and structurally young, but that does not mean it is unaffected by daily environmental exposure, oxidative stress, dehydration, irregular routines or the marks left behind by occasional imperfections.

Often, the first changes are subtle. Skin may look less luminous after periods of stress or lack of sleep. The complexion can become less even. Post-blemish marks remain visible for longer. Dehydration makes the surface look less smooth. Over time, repeated exposure to environmental stress contributes to the visible changes we later associate with skin aging.

I wanted PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment to fit precisely into this stage.

Instead of developing an aggressive vitamin C formula, I chose a 12% complex based on two stable vitamin C derivatives and combined it with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment.

The antioxidant system addresses daily environmental stress and dullness, while Niacinamide adds support for tone and barrier quality.

Panthenol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin and Calcium PCA were added because antioxidant care should not come at the expense of comfort or hydration.

The result is a light daily serum that can become one of the first serious treatment steps in a skincare routine.

Within the AMERÍN Longevity Protocol, PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment represents daily antioxidant defense and visible skin-quality preservation — protecting the qualities worth maintaining before intensive correction becomes necessary.

$65.00 $216.67/100ml

12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment is a daily brightening serum designed for dull, tired-looking skin and uneven-looking tone.

The formula combines vitamin C derivatives, Niacinamide and Acerola Cherry Ferment to support a fresher, more radiant and more even-looking complexion. Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Ascorbyl Glucoside are stable vitamin C derivatives used in cosmetic formulas to improve the appearance of dullness and support antioxidant-focused skincare.

Niacinamide helps support a more balanced-looking complexion, while Glycerin, Panthenol, Calcium PCA, Sodium Hyaluronate and Allantoin help the skin feel hydrated, smoother and more comfortable.

The formula is completed with Tocopheryl Acetate, botanical support from Anadenanthera Colubrina Bark Extract, and ferment-based ingredients that help position this serum as a daily well-aging step for skin luminosity, comfort and resilience.

The 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment provides daily antioxidant-focused care while helping improve dullness, uneven-looking tone and overall skin clarity.

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Ascorbyl Glucoside support the formula's antioxidant action and contribute to a brighter, fresher-looking complexion.
Niacinamide helps improve the appearance of uneven tone and supports skin barrier function.
Glycerin, Panthenol and Sodium Hyaluronate help maintain hydration, reducing the dull and less refined appearance that can accompany dehydrated skin.
Allantoin and the supporting conditioning ingredients help maintain comfort.

With consistent use, skin appears brighter, smoother and more even, with a fresher and better-conditioned overall appearance.

Our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment is particularly useful as the antioxidant serum step in the morning, before moisturizer and broad-spectrum SPF.

Lightweight, smooth and fast-absorbing.

PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment has a fluid serum texture designed to layer comfortably into a morning routine.

Dimethicone provides slip and a refined skin feel, while Lysolecithin, Sclerotium Gum, Xanthan Gum and Pullulan create a smooth and uniform application.

The formula settles quickly without the heaviness of an emulsion serum and creates a comfortable surface for moisturizer, makeup and SPF.

It is particularly suited to users who want active antioxidant care without a rich or oily finish.

Suitable for all skin types, including normal, combination and oily skin.

Our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment is particularly relevant when concerns include:

dull or tired-looking skin
uneven-looking tone
post-blemish marks
lack of radiance
dehydration
early visible signs of environmental stress
a desire to introduce proactive antioxidant skincare

Primary age profile: 20s to early 30s
PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment is particularly suited to younger adult skin as a first structured antioxidant serum.

During the 20s and early 30s, skincare can focus less on correcting established signs of aging and more on maintaining the qualities already present: even tone, luminosity, hydration, barrier quality and resilience.

The serum is not age-restricted and can also be used later in life whenever these concerns remain relevant.

If your skin is very sensitive or reactive, patch test before regular use, particularly because the formula contains aromatic botanical components.

Apply 2–3 drops to clean, dry skin in the morning and/or evening.
Spread evenly over the face and neck and allow the serum to absorb.
Follow with moisturizer according to your skin's needs.
For the most logical antioxidant routine, use PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment in the morning before broad-spectrum sunscreen.

Daily SPF remains essential. An antioxidant serum complements photoprotection but does not replace sunscreen.

Our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment can be combined with Niacinamide because Niacinamide is already part of the formula.

If you use strong exfoliating acids or intensive retinoids and your skin is sensitive, introduce combinations gradually rather than layering multiple active products at once.

General warnings: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. In case of contact, rinse thoroughly with water. Discontinue use if irritation or redness occurs. Keep out of reach of children.

Aqua, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Ascorbyl Glucoside , Niacinamide, Panthenol, Calcium PCA, Anadenanthera Colubrina Bark Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lysolecithin, Sclerotium Gum, Xanthan Gum, Pullulan, Silica, Allantoin,Citrus aurantium var amara, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Beta-Caryophyllene, Geranyl Acetate, Linalyl Acetate, Pinene Terpineol

In your attention: We do our best to keep the INCI list updated. However, ingredients may occasionally change. Please refer to the product label for the latest details.

Warnings: Do not use if you are allergic to one of the INCI contained by the product.

Quantity: 30.0 mL
PAO: 12 months
SKU: 1006
GTIN: 5940031115661
Made in Europe with love for your skin

Pairs well with the following products

Complements a skin longevity routine focused on luminosity, tone, comfort and resilience

Supports antioxidant-focused daily skincare

Helps skin feel smoother, softer and more hydrated

Supports a brighter and more even-looking complexion

Helps improve the look of dull and tired-looking skin

Results you’ll love:

Immediately after use
Skin feels smoother, fresher and hydrated. The lightweight texture leaves the complexion comfortable and refined without a heavy residue.

With consistent use
Skin appears brighter, fresher and more even. Dullness becomes less noticeable and overall skin tone appears more refined, while improved hydration contributes to a smoother surface.
Niacinamide and the vitamin C complex support the long-term direction of the formula toward radiance, tone and visible skin quality.

In a skin longevity routine
Our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment acts as the daily antioxidant defense step within the AMERÍN Longevity Protocol. Its role is particularly important before advanced signs of aging become established.
The formula supports the qualities that proactive skincare aims to preserve: radiance, even tone, hydration, barrier condition and a smooth-looking surface.

LONGEVITY PERSPECTIVE:

Skin longevity begins before visible aging becomes an obvious concern. Oxidative stress generated through daily environmental exposure contributes over time to changes in skin tone, texture and visible skin quality.

This is why antioxidant care is particularly relevant during the 20s and early 30s. At this stage, the objective is not to treat pronounced wrinkles or loss of firmness. It is to help maintain the skin's existing quality and limit the accumulation of factors that contribute to premature visible aging.

PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment was developed for this preventive phase of the AMERÍN Longevity Protocol.

The 12% Vitamin C Complex provides daily antioxidant-focused care and supports radiance.
Niacinamide contributes to barrier quality, visible tone and smoother-looking skin.
Acerola Ferment adds skin-protecting and conditioning care, while Panthenol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate and Allantoin support hydration and comfort.
Vitamin E complements the antioxidant system.

The result is a daily serum designed around preservation rather than aggressive correction.

Within the AMERÍN Longevity Protocol, PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment helps maintain brightness, uniformity, hydration and visible skin quality while SPF remains the fundamental daily defense against photo-induced skin aging.

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Main ingredients

12% Vitamin C Complex
A dual-derivative vitamin C system based on Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Ascorbyl Glucoside.
The combination was selected for daily antioxidant care, radiance and improvement of uneven-looking tone without relying on pure L-Ascorbic Acid.

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
A vitamin C derivative widely used in cosmetic skincare for antioxidant support.
It contributes to a brighter-looking complexion and supports the formula's daily defense against oxidative stress.

Ascorbyl Glucoside
A stabilized vitamin C derivative used in skincare to support radiance, antioxidant care and a more even-looking complexion.
It complements Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate within the dual vitamin C system.

Niacinamide
A multifunctional form of vitamin B3.
Niacinamide helps support the skin barrier, improves the appearance of uneven tone and contributes to smoother and more balanced-looking skin.

Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment
A fermentation-derived ingredient obtained from Acerola Cherry using Lactobacillus.
It is classified in European cosmetic ingredient references for skin-protecting care and gives PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment its biotechnology and fermentation-focused botanical component.

Glycerin
A humectant that attracts water to the skin surface and helps maintain hydration.

Panthenol
Provitamin B5 supports hydration, softness and skin comfort and complements Niacinamide's barrier-focused role.

Sodium Hyaluronate
A form of hyaluronic acid that helps attract and retain water at the skin surface.
It contributes to hydration and a smoother, more supple appearance.

Calcium PCA
A PCA-derived skin-conditioning ingredient used to support hydration and overall skin condition.

Allantoin
A conditioning ingredient that supports skin comfort and helps reduce the sensation of dryness or tightness.

Anadenanthera Colubrina Bark Extract
A botanical ingredient classified for humectant and skin-conditioning functions.
It complements the hydration and surface-conditioning profile of PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment.

Tocopheryl Acetate
A vitamin E derivative included for antioxidant and skin-conditioning support.

Pullulan
A film-forming polysaccharide that contributes to a smooth skin feel and refined surface finish.

Dimethicone
Provides slip and softness and contributes to the smooth, elegant finish of the serum.

A close-up of a smooth, creamy white product, likely a skincare cream or lotion, swirled in a circular motion.

FAQ

What is PRIME 12% Vitamin C Complex Serum designed for?
12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment is designed for dull, uneven or tired-looking skin and for anyone who wants to introduce daily antioxidant care into their routine.
It is particularly relevant for maintaining radiance, even tone, hydration and visible skin quality.

Why is PRIME particularly suited to people in their 20s and early 30s?
This is often the stage when a skincare routine moves from basic hydration toward proactive prevention. The main objective is usually to maintain even tone, radiance, hydration and barrier quality while introducing daily antioxidant support before more advanced visible signs of aging appear.
The 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment can, however, be used at any adult age.

Is 20 too young to use a vitamin C serum?
No. A well-formulated antioxidant serum can be incorporated into an adult skincare routine before visible wrinkles or loss of firmness develop.
For younger skin, the objective is primarily antioxidant support, radiance and maintenance of skin quality rather than intensive age correction.

What type of vitamin C does PRIME contain?
Our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment contains Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate and Ascorbyl Glucoside.
Both are vitamin C derivatives used in cosmetic formulas for antioxidant care, radiance and improvement of uneven-looking skin tone.

Does it contain 12% pure L-Ascorbic Acid?
No. Our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment does not contain pure L-Ascorbic Acid.
The formula uses a 12% Vitamin C Complex based on stabilized vitamin C derivatives.

Does PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment help with dullness?
Yes. The vitamin C derivatives and Niacinamide support a brighter and more even-looking complexion, while hydration helps improve the appearance of tired and dull skin.

Does it help with uneven skin tone?
It is designed to improve the visible appearance of uneven tone.
Niacinamide and vitamin C derivatives are particularly relevant to this positioning.

Does it remove pigmentation?
12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment is not positioned as an intensive depigmenting treatment. It supports a brighter and more even-looking complexion and may help improve the appearance of superficial unevenness and post-blemish marks with consistent use.
Persistent hyperpigmentation or melasma may require more targeted care.

Can I use it every day?
Yes. 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment is designed for daily use. Morning application is particularly relevant because it allows the antioxidant step to sit underneath moisturizer and sunscreen.

Should I use it in the morning or evening?
It can be used at either time. Morning use is preferred for a prevention-focused routine because the antioxidant serum can complement daily photoprotection.

Does vitamin C replace SPF?
No. Antioxidants and sunscreen have different functions. Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen as the final step of your morning routine.

Can vitamin C and Niacinamide be used together?
Yes. Modern cosmetic formulations routinely combine vitamin C derivatives with Niacinamide, and 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment already contains both within the same formula.

Can I combine PRIME with retinoids?
Yes, depending on skin tolerance. A simple routine can use 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment in the morning and a retinoid in the evening.
Sensitive skin should introduce active ingredients gradually.

Can I combine it with exfoliating acids?
Yes, but sensitive skin may prefer using exfoliating products at a different time or on different days.

Is it suitable for oily or combination skin?
Yes. Its lightweight texture makes it particularly suitable for normal, combination and oily skin.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
The formula contains Panthenol, Allantoin and Sodium Hyaluronate for comfort. However, it also contains aromatic botanical components and fragrance. Very sensitive or reactive skin should patch test before regular use.

Where does PRIME | 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment fit within the AMERÍN Longevity Protocol?
Our 12% Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide and Acerola Ferment is the daily antioxidant defense and radiance step.
It is particularly important in the proactive phase of the protocol, when the objective is to maintain visible skin quality — radiance, even tone, hydration and barrier condition — before intensive correction is required.