Somme Serum with Vitamin C & MDT5™

A face serum formulated with a vitamin C derivative (ascorbyl methylsilanol pectinate), retinyl palmitate, niacinamide, vitamin E, and MDT5™ (a proprietary delivery system). Designed for daily use. Suitable for all skin types according to the brand.

What's In It:

• Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate: A vitamin C derivative that combines vitamin C with silicone and pectin. This is a more stable form of vitamin C than pure ascorbic acid.

• MDT5™ (Proprietary Delivery System): Somme's trademarked ingredient delivery technology.

• Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide: A form of vitamin A (retinoid) combined with peptides.

• Niacinamide: Vitamin B3.

• Vitamin E (Tocopherol): An antioxidant.

• Botanical Extracts: Includes orange peel, lavender, lime, sandalwood, melon, raspberry, and violet extracts.

• SD Alcohol 40: Denatured alcohol. Note: Alcohol can be drying for some skin types.

• Glycerin: A moisture-attracting ingredient.

What It Does:

This is a face serum designed to deliver a vitamin C derivative along with other active ingredients to your skin. Serums are typically applied after cleansing and before moisturizer.

How to Use It:

1. Apply to clean, dry skin
2. Use 2-3 pumps
3. Apply to face, neck, and chest if desired
4. Follow with moisturizer
5. In the morning, always follow with sunscreen SPF 30 or higher
6. Can be used morning and/or evening

Best For:

• All skin types (according to brand, though alcohol content may be drying for some) • Those interested in vitamin C skincare • People looking for a serum with multiple active ingredients

What to Expect:

The serum should have a lightweight, silky texture. It should absorb relatively quickly before you apply moisturizer. The serum has a light citrus scent from the botanical extracts.

Important Notes:

• Contains SD Alcohol 40: Denatured alcohol is listed as the second ingredient. This can be drying or irritating for people with dry or sensitive skin. If you have very dry or sensitive skin, this may not be the best choice for you.

• Contains Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A): Pregnant or nursing women should consult their healthcare provider before using products with vitamin A derivatives.

• Contains Vitamin C Derivative: While more stable than pure vitamin C (ascorbic acid), vitamin C derivatives may still be less potent. The brand claims 15% vitamin C, but this refers to the derivative form, not pure ascorbic acid.

• For external use only: Avoid contact with eyes.

• Always use sunscreen: When using products with vitamin C or retinoids, daily sunscreen is important.

• Brand claims: The marketing makes very strong claims about this product being superior to all other vitamin C serums. As with all skincare, individual results vary significantly.

About Vitamin C Derivatives:

There are many forms of vitamin C used in skincare:

• L-Ascorbic Acid: The most researched and potent form, but unstable and can oxidize
• Vitamin C Derivatives (like ascorbyl methylsilanol pectinate in this product): More stable but may be less potent or require conversion in the skin

When a product lists "15% Vitamin C," it's important to know which form—pure ascorbic acid or a derivative—as they work differently.

Product Details:

• Contains vitamin C derivative
• Includes retinyl palmitate and niacinamide
• Contains alcohol (may be drying for some)
• Travel-sized (1 oz, TSA-approved)
• All skin types (according to brand, though alcohol may not suit dry/sensitive skin)

Ingredients: Water/Aqua/Eau, SD Alcohol 40, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Propylene Glycol, Diazolidinyl Urea, Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Geranium Maculatum Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract, Cucumis Melo (Melon) Fruit Extract, Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract, Viola Odorata Flower/Leaf Extract, Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide, Tocopherol, Niacinamide