Mary&May Vitamin B, C, E Serum — a K-beauty alternative to SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic
Looking for a Korean alternative to SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic? Antioxidant vitamin C + E + ferulic serum
The K-beauty alternative
≈ Vitamin C + E antioxidant blend — Both pair vitamin C with vitamin E (and friends) as a layered antioxidant brightening serum for daytime defence and even-looking tone. Mary&May's vegan B/C/E serum is a budget take on the multi-vitamin antioxidant idea.
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic ($169–$182) vs the Korean pick — similar hero ingredients, a fraction of the price.
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What is the difference between essence and serum?
In Korean skincare, essence is typically a thinner, hydration-focused layer that preps skin, while serum is more concentrated with targeted actives like vitamin C or niacinamide. Essence usually comes first; serum follows. The line between them blurs, and not every routine needs both.
Can you use vitamin C and niacinamide together?
Yes, current understanding is that vitamin C and niacinamide can be used together safely, and many Korean formulas combine them. The old warning that they cancel out is largely outdated. If your skin is sensitive, you can still apply them at different times of day to be cautious.
✍️ Written & reviewed by the KoreaPlus Editorial team — dermatologist-informed, cosmetic-science researched & source-cited. Last reviewed 2026-06-21.
General educational information using cosmetic structure-function wording — not medical advice. Always patch-test new actives. © KoreaPlus.