Vitamin C is one of the few skincare ingredients scientifically proven to have anti-ageing benefits. However, it can unfortunately be irritating as it can be so strong. There are alternatives out there that can give the same brightening effect without upsetting sensitive skin.

Read more: 58-year-old beauty lover says budget friendly toner is the key to smooth, glowing skin Read more: Beauty lovers snatch up hair brush that cuts down hairdrying time with ‘sleek results’ Skincare lovers are raving about the Caudalie Vinoperfect Brightening Dark Spot Serum , which is an alternative to vitamin C that brightens the skin and banishes hyperpigmentation. One shopper wrote: "One of my favourite serums, totally worth the money, can see results very quickly, I have very sensitive skin and my skin hated vitamin C so this is a great substitute and works even better. I absolutely love this, the texture, the hydration, the scent! After about 2-3 weeks I can say I’m starting to see a difference in my hyperpigmentation!!!" "This is the best serum I have ever used!! it has amazing, amazing texture and has cleared my skin so well.

I had problems with uneven, texture and pigmentation, and this product has helped me so much! I would recommend this to anyone with similar skin and people who want to improve their skin barrier," another agreed. A third gushed: "My skin tones always been a little bit uneven as I’ve got a terribly relationship with spots and instantly have to pop them. These e.