If you’re hunting for a quick glow, start with The Ordinary’s 15% L‑ascorbic acid serum. It’s a thin, clear gel that you dab onto the face after cleansing, right before your night cream.
The aroma is almost non‑existent, so you won’t feel like you’re spraying perfume. The bottle is a small glass dropper, which keeps the formula stable and lets you control the dose.
Use it 2‑3 times a week at first, then increase to nightly if your skin tolerates it. Pair it with a simple hyaluronic acid serum to lock in moisture, and finish with a neutral moisturizer.
Sensitive skin might flare, so do a patch test on the inner wrist. If redness or itching appears, cut back to once a week.
Grab a 30ml bottle for under ₹1,200 at Nykaa or The Ordinary’s own store, and watch those dark spots fade faster than you expect. Finally, give it a shot this month—your skin will thank you before the next holiday.