Sunday Riley C.E.O. Vitamin C Rich Hydrating Cream — 5% THD Ascorbate, Lightweight Brightening Moisturizer

This cream pairs a jar-stable form of vitamin C with nourishing emollients and protective extracts to hydrate without heaviness. Formulated to be less irritating than many traditional vitamin C serums, it supports visible brightness, antioxidant protection, and a smoother skin surface while defending against environmental stressors like pollution and UV-related visible damage.

How does this moisturizer deliver vitamin C effectively?

The formula uses THD ascorbate, a highly stable, oil-soluble vitamin C derivative that reaches skin without rapid breakdown. Because it’s jar-stable, the active ingredient maintains potency throughout normal use, supporting consistent results.

• Contains 5% THD ascorbate for a balance of efficacy and tolerability.
• Oil-soluble delivery helps the ingredient penetrate and stay effective.
• Jar-stable formulation reduces oxidation compared with unstable vitamin C forms.

Will it feel heavy or greasy on my skin?

Despite its rich hydration, the cream is designed to absorb cleanly and leave a soft, non-greasy finish. Lightweight emollients and balancing botanicals provide lasting moisture without a thick residue, making it suitable for many skin types seeking hydration plus antioxidant support.

• Rich but fast-absorbing texture for comfortable daily wear.
• Leaves skin feeling hydrated and smooth, not oily.
• Works well under makeup and sunscreen as part of your routine.

What protective ingredients help with pollution and visible damage?

The cream combines antioxidant vitamin C with anti-pollution exopolysaccharides and refining lime pearl extract to help defend and visually repair skin exposed to urban stressors. These complementary ingredients support a brighter, more even-looking complexion while helping reduce the appearance of environmental wear.

• Anti-pollution exopolysaccharides create a protective surface barrier.
• Refining lime pearl extract helps promote a smoother, more radiant appearance.
• Antioxidant blend helps neutralize free radicals from environmental stress.

How should I add this into my daily skincare routine?

Use the cream after cleansing and treatment steps, such as serums, and before sunscreen in the morning or as the final moisturizing step at night. For morning use, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen; at night, it can be paired with other targeted treatments if your skin tolerates them.

• Apply to clean, dry skin after serums for best absorption.
• Use morning and/or evening as needed for hydration and antioxidant support.
• Always pair daytime use with SPF to protect results and skin health.

Who is this for: Sunday Riley C.E.O. Vitamin C Rich Hydrating Cream suits people looking for a stable vitamin C moisturizer that balances visible brightening and antioxidant defense with nourishing hydration. It’s a good match for those who want a jar-stable vitamin C option that’s formulated to be less irritating than traditional vitamin C serums, and for anyone seeking a multi-tasking cream that supports a smoother, healthier-looking complexion while fitting easily into morning and evening routines.

• Note: As we are a brand that uses many ingredients from natural sources and in their natural state, there can be slight variations in colour from batch to batch that in no way affect the efficacy of the product.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: Water/Eau/Aqua, Squalane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, C10-18 Triglycerides, PEG-8 Beeswax, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Tapioca Starch, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer, Glycerin, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Jojoba Esters, Bisabolol, Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Tocopherol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Lecithin, Nylon-12, Rosa Centifolia Flower Wax, Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Wax, Sodium Phytate, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Chlorphenesin, Microcitrus Australasica (Lime Pearl) Fruit Extract, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Euterpe Oleracea (Acai) Fruit Extract, Lippia Citriodora (Lemon Verbena) Flower Extract, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed Extract, Rosa Canina (Rosehips) Fruit Extract, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Citric Acid, Limonene, Linalool.