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SUNDAY RILEY C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Cream
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Summary
Sunday Riley C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Cream is a revitalizing moisturizer that supercharges your natural radiance and delivers a non-greasy, satin-skin finish. High-strength, advanced vitamin C (THD Ascorbate) infuses a concentrated burst of antioxidant moisture straight into your skin.
Benefits
- Plumps, brightens, and evens skin tone, while working to firm the skin's appearance
- Pulls hydration into the skin over time for long lasting moisturization
- Creates a radiant base for makeup application
- For all skin types and formulated without sulfates, parabens, gluten, soy, phthalates, and artificial fragrance
Key Ingredients
- THD Ascorbate is an extremely stable, oil soluble form of vitamin C. It helps fight the signs of aging including dullness, visible loss of firmness and the appearance of dark spots, lines and wrinkles and surface redness.
- Sodium Hyaluronate is a powerful humectant blend that attracts and binds water for increased skin hydration.
- Lutein (a deep yellow antioxidant derived from marigolds) provides a boost of antioxidants.
Research Results
- In a one-week independent blinded study:
- Afterglow is clinically proven to significantly improve skin brightness
- Afterglow is clinically proven to significantly improve skin texture
- 100% of people felt their skin was significantly smoother and softer after using the product
- 97% of people had significant improvement in skin brightness (according to clinical visual grading) and felt that their skin felt more moisturized after using the product
- 94% of people felt that their skin had a healthy glow, was more elastic, and visibly improved after using the product
Item 2605477
Can be used morning and night to cleansed skin. For vibrant skin and a firmer appearance, apply to face, neck, and décolleté.
Water/Eau/Aqua, Dimethicone, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Polyglycerin-6, Propanediol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Ergothioneine, Xanthophyll, Allantoin, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil, Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Crosspolymer, Mannitol, Pentylene Glycol, Isododecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Phytate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl p-Cresol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate.
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Bright, healthy skin!
This is such a beautiful moisturizer! It was gifted to me by Sunday Riley. I loved it all, from the scent to the color and the lovely creamy texture. I stopped using it for a while because I microbladed my brows and I couldn't wet them so I stopped doing a proper skincare routine for a few days and ...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Brightening
This C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C cream has a beautiful bright yellow color and lightweight texture. I've been using this cream for almost a week, but I didn't notice any improvement in hydration, while I noticed the brighter skin tone. Giving it 3 stars, because, while it is a nice face c...
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I like it this product
I'm absolutely loving this moisturizer! The texture is incredibly lightweight and leaves a beautiful, healthy glow without feeling greasy. It absorbs quickly, making it perfect for under makeup. I've noticed my skin looks brighter and more refreshed since I started using it. Plus, the light citrus scent is so uplifting in the morning! No breakouts or sensitivity issues so far.
A treat for your skin!
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] Impressive, beautiful packaging! Unique moisturizer-marigold yellow with a citrusy, floral fragrance. Feels decadent on the skin-leaving behind a slight glow and smooth finish.



Glowy skin
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] I have really enjoyed using this product! The consistency really hydrates my face and I have noticed glowiness from the vitamin c. I was a little shocked how orange it was but it doesn't stain the face- the smell is citrusy so keep in mind for those sensitive to scents. The packaging is beautiful and I love that it comes with an applicator

Ok moisture
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] I received this complimentary from Influester for testing purposes. Sunday Riley is not a new brand for me; I purchased and used their products before. I think this moisturizer is good, but for me, it is too oily, and I am not a fan of an open jar style moisturizer. The texture is silky and bouncy, with no irritation, but I do feel overwhelmed with the scent.
Bright & Smooth
This is a wonderful brightening moisturizer-it has helped my skin a lot. My under eye area have started to seem more alive and refreshed. My sunspots have diminished in color-which I am super excited about. I love the citrus scent and how thick is goes on to make me get a feel for extra hydration. It lasts until the morning when I reapply to start my day. This really has been a game changer for my skin.