As part of our job as our VANA fans’ skincare assistant, we help our loyal followers achieve their dream complexion with the right formulas and ingredients. Something that always crops up is the matter of glow; be it glass skin, butter skin or pearl skin, a natural radiance is at the forefront to help your appearance look more healthy and awake. Glowy skin is held up by ample nourishment that strengthens the skin barrier, allowing it to absorb glow-enhancing ingredients that support a lustrous complexion. If this is front and center on your personal mood board, look no further than our recommended face serums to incorporate into your daily routine for an unbeatable glow – keep scrolling for all the details.


No. 1

AXIS-Y - Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum

AXIS-Y - Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum

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Kicking off the list with an oldie but a goodie: the AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum. From its name you’ll already be able to tell what it assists with, and you’ve got a potent cocktail of 5% Niacinamide, Squalane and other brightening botanicals to thank. Not only does it even skin tone and amp up your natural radiance, it also targets hyperpigmentation and strengthens the skin barrier for long-term clarity.


No. 2

Orien - Propolis + Niacinamide Glow Serum

Orien - Propolis + Niacinamide Glow Serum

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - Orien

Orien is the newest brand to the Stylevana shelves and the Propolis + Niacinamide Glow Serum is definitely not to be slept on. It’s formulated with essential ingredients for glassy skin: glow-boosting Propolis, 2% Niacinamide for refining skin texture and balancing the complexion, in addition to Glutathione for tackling uneven skin tone. The gentle yet effective formula also boasts Ceramide, Hyaluronic Acid, Mugwort and Centella Asiatica to soothe and hydrate the skin, making it suitable for daytime and nighttime use.


No. 3

Arencia - Red Smoothie Serum 30

Arencia - Red Smoothie Serum 30

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - Arencia

Get glowing overnight by slathering on the Arencia Red Smoothie Serum 30. A refreshing formula crafted with a 30% Red Collagen Complex, Niacinamide and Rosehip extract promotes skin elasticity, firmness and radiance, reducing signs of aging to get you looking glowy and rejuvenated. It’s made without fragrance or parabens, certified tested to be safe for even the most sensitive of skin.


No. 4

ANUA - Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Removing Serum

ANUA - Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Removing Serum

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Wonder why the ANUA Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Removing Serum became so viral? We reckon it’s because this stuff actually works. Niacinamide teams up with Tranexamic Acid and Arbutin to enhance skin radiance and clarity, making the complexion appear brighter and revitalized. The inclusion of Hyaluronic Acid and Polyglutamic Acid deliver a dose of hydration to prevent the complexion from drying out, further supporting your glow.


No. 5

EQQUALBERRY - Vitamin Illuminating Serum

EQQUALBERRY - Vitamin Illuminating Serum

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The EQQUALBERRY Vitamin Illuminating Serum isn’t your typical Vitamin C serum – this one’s concocted with 40% Acerola Water (aka Barbados Cherry) that offers 8 times the amount of Vitamin C compared to lemons to prevent melanin production and eliminate existing dark spots. It’s the key ingredient within its 3-step Melanin Control System, alongside Arbutin, Nicinamide, Glutathione and Ferulic Acid. Despite its supercharged ingredients lineup, this serum is ultra-gentle and can be used by all skin types.


No. 6

APLB - PDRN Vitamin C Ampoule Serum

APLB - PDRN Vitamin C Ampoule Serum

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - APLB

A dull complexion can be the result of a lack of hydration or stress, and these are exactly what the APLB PDRN Vitamin C Ampoule Serum combats. The former bolsters the skin’s moisture retention abilities, while the latter offers antioxidant protection to defend the complexion from environmental stress. As the refreshing formula protects and recharges moisture levels, you’ll notice your appearance becoming brighter and dewier.


No. 7

BEAUTY OF JOSEON - Glow Deep Serum : Rice + Alpha Arbutin

BEAUTY OF JOSEON - Glow Deep Serum : Rice + Alpha Arbutin

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Struggling to get a handle on hyperpigmentation and dark spots? Let the BEAUTY OF JOSEON Glow Deep Serum : Rice + Alpha Arbutin do the heavy lifting for you. Rice Bran Water supplies amino acids and minerals to the skin while delivering a douse of moisture; at the same time Alpha Arbutin inhibits melanin production to treat and prevent dark spots from cropping up. The result? An even, illuminated complexion sure to garner envy.


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