
Fixderma 17% Vitamin C Face Serum: Dermatocare review
Fixderma Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate Vitamin C Serum, formulated with 17% Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate, Niacinamide and Retinol, is suitable for beginners. It is aligned to Oily, Combination/Normal, Dry skin, with skin concern of Uneven dull skin.
Overview
Skin type Oily, Combination/Normal, Dry
Skin concern Uneven dull skin, No skin issues(18-25 years)
Specs Mid-Range, Not Fragrance Free, Silicone free, INCI Not Found on Website
Life stage
Formula highlight
- Vitamin C Type: 17% Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate
- Has synergistic ingredients: Ferulic Acid, Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate)
- Anti-aging: Retinol (undisclosed strength)
- Barrier repair: Niacinamide (undisclosed strength), Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
- Exfoliating: Lactobionic Acid
- Hydrating: Hydrolysed Hyaluronic Acid
Keep in mind
- Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate helps in skin repair, but only pure L-ascorbic acid can help in anti-ageing, based on our research.
- Avoid in pregnancy and while breastfeeding because it contains Retinol, a retinoid
- Evaluation based on an ingredient list sourced from a third-party website or publicly available product photo, as a complete INCI list could not be found on the brand's official channels.
People also ask
This product complies with all applicable cosmetic safety regulations. Evaluations provided are based on Dermatocare's independent database criteria, which apply stricter benchmarks than standard regulatory guidelines.
Beginner Friendly: Yes - This formula is suitable for beginner skin because it uses Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate, a gentler compound form of Vitamin C.
Sensitive skin Cautious use: Contains ingredients flagged in our database as common contact sensitizers ↗. Performing a 24-hour patch test is recommended prior to use.
Pregnancy: Consult Doctor - Contains Retinol, which is flagged on our Pregnancy Ingredient Database ↗. Please consult your physician before using this product.
Teens Caution: Compliant with general cosmetic safety standards, but Vitamin C serum is unnecessary or unsuitable for teen skin. Refer to our Teen Skincare Guide ↗
No. It does not contain any ingredients currently flagged under Dermatocare's internal evaluation criteria. Refer to our Ingredients Under Review Guide ↗ for full database benchmarks.
No. It does not contain ingredients currently flagged for environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, or aquatic toxicity under Dermatocare's database criteria. Refer to our Environmental Screening Guide ↗ for full evaluation benchmarks.
Ingredient list
Water (Aqua), Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate, Niacinamide, Lecithin, Retinol, Water, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Lactobionic Acid, Hydrolysed Hyaluronic Acid, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Ferulic Acid, Fragrance, Cysteine.
Source: https://www.nykaa.com/fixderma-17percent-vitamin-c-face-serum-with-retinol-niacinamide/p/15202657
Updated on: 21 September 2026
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