Product Overview: Balance Active Formula Vitamin C Brightening Serum
Balance Active Formula Vitamin C Brightening Serum is a lightweight, leave-on face serum with 3% active Vitamin C, used to brighten dull skin, soften the look of dark spots and support a more even, radiant complexion. It suits all skin types, absorbs quickly and leaves no sticky or greasy residue.
The formula contains Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbyl Glucoside and Ascorbic Acid, with 3% Active Vitamin C stated on the pack. These stabilised forms of Vitamin C are less prone to oxidising than pure ascorbic acid, which makes the serum easy to use day to day. Supporting ingredients include glycerin for hydration, Zinc PCA, antioxidant Vitamin E and olive leaf extract.
Balance Active Formula is a skincare range made in England by Creightons. This serum is dermatologically tested and the front of pack is marked 0% parabens, dyes and gluten. The pack also reports an independent consumer study: 93% of 71 participants agreed their skin looked brighter after four weeks. Individual results may vary.
What Is This Serum Used For?
This serum is used as a daily brightening step to help skin look clearer, fresher and more even. Vitamin C is a well-known antioxidant used in skincare to support radiance and help improve the appearance of uneven tone and dark spots. It is a cosmetic product designed to support the look of your skin, not a treatment for any medical skin condition.
What Are the Key Benefits, and How Does It Work?
The main benefit is brighter, more even-looking skin from a gentle 3% Vitamin C formula suited to everyday use. Vitamin C supports radiance and antioxidant defence, while glycerin and Zinc PCA help skin feel hydrated and balanced — together giving a clearer, fresher-looking complexion with consistent use.
- Supports a brighter complexion — helps improve radiance and glow over time.
- Helps soften the look of dark spots — supports a clearer, more even appearance.
- Helps even the look of skin tone — supports smoother-looking texture and balanced radiance.
- Lightweight, fast absorption — non-greasy and layers easily under moisturiser, makeup or SPF.
- Suitable for all skin types — according to the pack; fragrance-sensitive users should patch-test first.
- Dermatologically tested — and marked free from parabens, dyes and gluten, made in England.
What Are the Key Ingredients in This Serum?
The brightening action comes from a stabilised Vitamin C blend — Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbyl Glucoside and Ascorbic Acid — supported by glycerin, Zinc PCA, Vitamin E and olive leaf extract for hydration, balance and antioxidant support.
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
A stable, water-soluble form of Vitamin C that helps support brighter-looking skin and adds antioxidant support. It is gentler and longer-lasting in a formula than pure ascorbic acid, which makes it well suited to daily skincare.
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Another stable form of Vitamin C that works more gradually, helping support a brighter, more even-looking tone over time alongside the serum’s lightweight, non-greasy feel.
Glycerin
A widely used humectant that helps skin feel hydrated, soft and comfortable, without a heavy or sticky residue.
Zinc PCA
Helps skin feel balanced and supports a clearer-looking complexion, which keeps the serum comfortable for combination and oilier skin.
Olive Leaf Extract & Vitamin E
Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract and Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) are antioxidants that help support overall radiance alongside the Vitamin C blend.
Ingredients and Product Specifications
Below is the full ingredient (INCI) list copied from the pack, plus key specifications. Always check your own pack, as ingredient lists and active percentages can change between batches.
| Brand | Balance Active Formula (Creightons, England) |
|---|---|
| Product type | Leave-on brightening face serum |
| Active Vitamin C | 3% (per pack label) |
| Size | 30 ml / 1 fl oz |
| Skin types | All skin types (per pack) |
| Front-of-pack claims | 0% parabens, dyes, gluten; dermatologically tested |
| Made in | England, United Kingdom |
Full ingredients (INCI): Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Carrageenan, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Zinc PCA, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum (Fragrance), Ethylhexylglycerin, Ascorbic Acid, Linalool, Limonene.
How Do You Use It for Best Results?
Apply a few drops morning and/or night to a cleansed face and neck, gently smoothing it over the skin before heavier creams or moisturiser. In the morning, always follow with a broad-spectrum SPF. The pack states the serum helps visibly brighten and fade the look of dark spots over four weeks, so use it consistently before judging results.
For external use only — avoid contact with the eyes, and rinse well with lukewarm water if this happens. Pair it with a gentle cleanser beforehand and a broad-spectrum sunscreen afterwards in the daytime to protect your progress. Results vary between individuals.
Who Is This Serum For?
This serum suits anyone wanting brighter, more even-looking skin from a gentle Vitamin C formula. It is a good fit for people with dull or tired-looking skin, uneven tone, or the appearance of dark spots, as well as those who prefer a lightweight serum that sits easily under makeup or SPF.
- People with dull, tired-looking skin seeking a radiance boost.
- Those wanting a clearer, more even-looking tone.
- Anyone looking to soften the appearance of dark spots over time.
- People who want a fast-absorbing serum for daily use.
Who Should Take Care or Patch-Test First?
Most people can use this serum, but it contains fragrance, including linalool and limonene, so anyone with sensitive or fragrance-reactive skin should patch-test on the inner arm before full use. Keep the serum away from the eyes, and stop use if redness or irritation occurs.
- Fragrance-sensitive or reactive skin — patch-test first and introduce slowly.
- Anyone using strong retinoids or exfoliating acids — build up gradually to avoid irritation.
- Anyone with a diagnosed skin condition or a prescribed skincare routine — check with a doctor or dermatologist first.
What Does This Serum Not Do?
This is a cosmetic serum, not a skin-bleaching product or a medical treatment. It does not lighten your natural skin colour or treat diagnosed pigmentation conditions, and it does not deliver instant results — it supports the look of brighter, more even skin gradually, with consistent use and daily sun protection. It also cannot replace daily SPF, which remains essential for protecting your results.
How Should You Store It?
Store the serum in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat to help preserve the Vitamin C, close the dropper cap firmly after each use, and keep it out of reach of children. Use within the period-after-opening shown on the pack, and check the expiry date before use.
What Will You Receive, and Is It Authentic?
You receive one sealed 30 ml amber glass dropper bottle of Balance Active Formula Vitamin C Brightening Serum in its original orange-and-white “Glow & Radiance” box. The pack is made in England, marked 0% parabens, dyes and gluten, with batch and expiry details printed on it. Recs-Medix supplies authentic, sealed stock only — never opened, decanted or repackaged. (No NAFDAC registration number appears on this UK pack; any registration marking is shown only where it is printed on the physical product.)
Why Buy From Recs-Medix?
Recs-Medix offers authentic, sealed Balance Active Formula stock with the option to verify in person, secure payment, dedicated support and fast international delivery.
- Physical stores in Lagos, Abuja and Jos — walk in and verify before you buy.
- Authentic, sealed stock — never opened or repackaged.
- DHL Express international shipping to the USA, UK, Canada, EU and Australia.
- Naira and international payment options.
- Dedicated customer support via WhatsApp, phone and email.
- Clear returns and refund policy.
Related Links
- Browse the Beauty & Personal Care category.
- Cleanse first with the Amino Glow Revitalizing Cleanser.
- Protect by day with Disaar SPF 50 Sunscreen.
- Another option: Disaar Vitamin C Face Serum.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Balance Active Formula Vitamin C serum lighten skin?
It is a brightening serum, not a skin-bleaching product. Vitamin C helps soften the look of dark spots and even out tone for a brighter, clearer appearance, but it does not lighten your natural skin colour. Results build gradually with consistent use.
Is a Vitamin C brightening serum good for your face?
Yes. Vitamin C is a widely used antioxidant that supports radiance and a more even-looking tone. Stabilised forms like Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate are generally gentle, and the pack lists this serum as suitable for all skin types. Always pair morning use with SPF.
How long does it take for this serum to brighten the face?
Many people notice glow first, while a more even tone and softened dark spots take longer with daily use. The pack reports a consumer study in which 93% of 71 participants agreed their skin looked brighter after four weeks. Individual results vary.
Is Balance Active Formula good for skin?
Balance Active Formula is a UK skincare range made in England by Creightons. This serum is dermatologically tested and marked free from parabens, dyes and gluten, with stabilised Vitamin C suited to daily use. As with any new product, patch-test first if your skin is sensitive.
Can I use this serum with retinol or other actives?
Yes, with care. A common approach is Vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night to reduce irritation. Introduce strong actives gradually, and always follow daytime use with SPF.
Is the serum sold on Recs-Medix genuine, and do you ship internationally?
Yes. Recs-Medix supplies authentic, sealed stock, and you can verify in person at our Lagos, Abuja or Jos stores. We ship internationally via DHL Express to the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and the EU, typically within 3–7 business days, fully tracked.
Disclaimer: This is a cosmetic product for external use only and is not a medicine. It does not treat any medical skin condition. Results vary between individuals. If you have sensitive skin, allergies, a diagnosed skin condition, or follow a prescribed skincare routine, patch-test and seek professional advice before use.
Last updated: 17 June 2026
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