Tatcha's Violet-C Brightening Serum gently but quickly softens and smooths the skin's texture while evening and illuminating its tone. This lightweight formula is made with a 20% blend of vitamin Cu2014which quickly absorbs into the skin to make it brighter, firmer, and more hydratedu2014and 10% AHA from seven fruits to remove dead skin cells and smooth the face's surface.As well as vitamin C and AHA, this serum also uses Japanese angelica root extract to help minimize discoloration, hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, and dark spots.