Beauty of Joseon
Light On Serum : Centella + Vita C
Light On Serum : Centella + Vita C is a serum from Beauty of Joseon. Its official ingredient list includes Glycerin and Panthenol. The brand lists 45 ingredients in this formula; each is explained below with its documented cosmetic functions.
Ingredients, decoded
The ingredient list below comes from the brand's formula listing. Open an explanation to see the evidence and things to keep in mind.
| On the label | What it does | The plain-English take |
|---|---|---|
| Water | Fragrance supportDissolving ingredients | Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. Helps other ingredients dissolve in the formula. |
| 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Glycerin | Moisture bindingSkin conditioningFragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | |
| Propanediol | Moisture bindingFragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | Attracts and holds water. Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | Skin conditioningFragrance supportDissolving ingredients | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. |
| Betaine | Moisture bindingSkin conditioningTexture | Attracts and holds water. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Panthenol | Skin conditioningFragrance support | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. |
| Methyl Trimethicone | Skin conditioningDissolving ingredients | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Helps other ingredients dissolve in the formula. |
| Cetyl Ethylhexanoate | Softening | Helps soften and smooth the skin. |
| Dicaprylyl Carbonate | Skin conditioningSoftening | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Helps soften and smooth the skin. |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | Formula stabilityFormula appearanceSofteningCleansingMixing oil and waterFoam supportTexture | Helps an emulsion stay mixed. Makes a formula less transparent. |
| Centella Asiatica Extract | CleansingComfortSkin conditioningSmoothingToning | Helps remove dirt and residue from the skin. Helps ease discomfort on skin or the scalp. |
| Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer | Skin conditioningTexture | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Adjusts how thick or fluid the formula is. |
| Cetearyl Olivate | SofteningMixing oil and waterFormula stabilitySlip and feel | Helps soften and smooth the skin. Helps oil and water combine in a formula. |
| Bisabolol | ScentSkin conditioningComfort | Adds or changes the product's scent. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Potassium Cetyl Phosphate | CleansingMixing oil and water | Helps remove dirt and residue from the skin. Helps oil and water combine in a formula. |
| Silica | Exfoliating textureAbsorbingClump controlFormula bodyFragrance supportFormula appearanceTexture | Adds particles that help remove surface material through rubbing. Takes up liquids or dissolved material. |
| Sorbitan Olivate | Mixing oil and water | Helps oil and water combine in a formula. |
| Dipropylene Glycol | Fragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. Helps other ingredients dissolve in the formula. |
| Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer | Formula stabilityTexture | Helps an emulsion stay mixed. Adjusts how thick or fluid the formula is. |
| Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer | Formula stability | Helps an emulsion stay mixed. |
| Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Laminaria Japonica Extract | Skin protection | Helps protect skin from external influences. |
| Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters | Film formingSkin conditioning | Leaves a thin film on a surface after application. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Hydroxyacetophenone | AntioxidantFragrance support | Slows reactions involving oxygen, helping protect against oxidation. Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | Skin conditioningOdour controlFragrance support | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Helps reduce or cover unwanted odour. |
| Xanthan Gum | Mixing oil and waterSkin conditioningBindingFormula stabilityFragrance supportGel textureTexture | Helps oil and water combine in a formula. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Alcohol | AstringentFoam controlMicrobial controlFragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | Produces a tightening effect at the skin's surface. Helps reduce foaming while a product is made or applied. |
| Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Fructooligosaccharides | Moisture bindingSkin conditioning | Attracts and holds water. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Adenosine | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Butylene Glycol | Moisture bindingSkin conditioningFragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | |
| Hydrogenated Lecithin | Mixing oil and waterSkin conditioning | Helps oil and water combine in a formula. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Beta-Glucan | Formula bodySkin conditioning | Adds bulk to a formula. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Sorbitan Isostearate | Mixing oil and water | Helps oil and water combine in a formula. |
| Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid | Moisture bindingSkin conditioning | |
| Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract | Skin conditioningToning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Provides a feeling of well-being on skin or hair. |
| Tocopherol | Skin conditioningAntioxidantFragrance support | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Slows reactions involving oxygen, helping protect against oxidation. |
| Maltodextrin | AbsorbingBindingFormula stabilityFilm formingFragrance supportSkin conditioning | Takes up liquids or dissolved material. Helps ingredients hold together. |
| Carbomer | Formula stabilityGel textureTexture | |
| Arginine | Skin conditioningScent | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Adds or changes the product's scent. |
| Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract | Antioxidant | Slows reactions involving oxygen, helping protect against oxidation. |
| Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract | Scent | Adds or changes the product's scent. |
| Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract | Moisture bindingSkin conditioning | Attracts and holds water. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Ascorbic Acid Polypeptide | AntioxidantSkin conditioning | Slows reactions involving oxygen, helping protect against oxidation. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
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- Beauty of Joseon: Light On Serum : Centella + Vita CChecked 2026-10-05T21:29:27.024636+00:00