{"product_id":"active-essence-vitamin-serum","title":"Active Essence Vitamin Serum","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA botanical vitamin serum designed to brighten, hydrate and enhance your skin’s natural renewal process. This unique formula brings together a highly stable form of Vitamin C, niacinamide (Vitamin B3), pure aloe vera, hyaluronic acid, nourishing botanical oils and calming aromatic plants that leave your skin feeling luminous, balanced and alive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActive Essence is a silky, emollient serum that absorbs quickly without leaving a heavy residue. Designed for daily use, it helps support the appearance of brighter, smoother, more even-toned complexion while delivering antioxidant protection and lasting nourishment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO USE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShake well before use. After cleansing, apply 1–2 pumps to the face and neck. Gently massage into the skin, allowing the serum to fully absorb. For best results, use morning and evening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor an extra dewy application, mist the skin first with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/garaskincare.com\/collections\/hydrosols\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eseasonal hydrosols\u003c\/a\u003e and apply the serum while the skin is still slightly damp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003ePROTIP:\u003c\/em\u003e For an extra boost of overnight nourishment, blend 1 pump of serum with a small dollop of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/garaskincare.com\/products\/zen-head-zen-cream\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eZen Cream\u003c\/a\u003e in your hand and gently massage into the face and neck before bed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-dd19105a-7fff-dfcf-633c-62dbc81b9ade\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTARGETED NOURISHMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGently dab a small amount around the eye area for additional nourishment and hydration. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts lightweight, fast-absorbing texture makes it an exceptional foundation beneath makeup. The skin is left feeling soft, supple and refreshed with a velvety finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVITAMINS + BOTANICALS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe have sourced a highly stable form of Vitamin C for its ability to deliver antioxidant support while remaining gentle and effective. Vitamin C helps protect the skin against oxidative stress and supports collagen synthesis, while helping to brighten and smooth uneven skin tone and restore a naturally radiant complexion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNiacinamide — Vitamin B3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNiacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 that works beautifully alongside botanicals. It helps support the skin barrier, improve skin tone, and maintain healthy-looking, hydrated skin. We love it for its ability to nourish without weighing the skin down.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHyaluronic Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring molecule found throughout the body, including in the skin, where it helps attract and hold water. In skincare, it is prized for its ability to support hydration and give the skin a softer, plumper, more supple appearance. Despite its name, hyaluronic acid is not a harsh acid or exfoliant. It is a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture toward the skin and retain it at the surface. When paired with fresh botanical oils and aloe vera, it can help create skin that feels hydrated, smooth, and dewy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Aloe Vera\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCooling, hydrating and naturally soothing, aloe vera brings water-rich nourishment to the formula. It helps replenish moisture while providing a gentle botanical base for the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRose Hip Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eRosa canina\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich in naturally occurring essential fatty acids and plant compounds, rose hip oil is a deeply nourishing oil traditionally used to support a soft, supple complexion. Its natural occurring carotenoids and other antioxidants make it a beautiful companion to Vitamin C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvening Primrose Oil \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOenothera biennis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA nourishing dense oil that is rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid that supports the skin’s moisture barrier. Evening primrose helps leave skin feeling smooth, calm and replenished.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-9c7627de-7fff-e442-ab32-1ff606b54bec\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRose Geranium Hydrosol, Chamomile, Jojoba Oil*, Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe Vera*, Carrot Seed Oil, Hickory Extract, Squalene, Sunflower Lecithin*, Evening Primrose Oil*, Rosehip Oil*, Silver biotics, Vitamin C, Niacin (Vitamin B3) Helichrysum*, Rose Geranium*, Rose*, Clary Sage*                                                                 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*indicates Certified Organic\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIngredients not certified organic are, however, grown and processed organically.\u003c\/em\u003e For a deeper dive into our ingredient sourcing and processing, explore our Ingredients Guide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/garaskincare.com\/pages\/ingredients\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GARA Skincare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48418311995580,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0338\/0199\/4373\/files\/Active-Serum1.jpg?v=1791238075","url":"https:\/\/garaskincare.com\/products\/active-essence-vitamin-serum","provider":"GARA ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}