Sunday Riley C.E.O. Afterglow Vitamin C Gel-Cream — Lightweight Brightening & 24H Hydration (Water-Light)

Sunday Riley C.E.O. Afterglow is a lightweight vitamin C gel-cream that brightens, firms, and delivers up to 24 hours of hydration with a luminous, non-greasy finish. This fast-absorbing formula centers on a stable, high-strength vitamin C (THD Ascorbate) to help even skin tone and enhance radiance while botanicals and targeted humectants support moisture and comfort. The gel-cream texture sits well under makeup, layers easily with serums, and is formulated to suit a wide range of skin types, including oily and combination skin.

How does this product brighten and even skin tone?

The active antioxidant THD Ascorbate provides a stable source of vitamin C that encourages a brighter-looking complexion over time without the irritation some vitamin C forms can cause. Antioxidants in the formula help protect against environmental stressors, and regular use supports more uniform tone and glow.

• Contains THD Ascorbate, a stable, high-strength vitamin C ester
• Antioxidant lutein helps counteract blue light exposure
• Noticeable brightening reported within roughly one week with consistent use

Will this hydrate without feeling heavy or greasy?

The Afterglow gel-cream is engineered for a luminous, water-light texture that soaks in quickly and leaves skin soft rather than slick. Sodium hyaluronate attracts and binds moisture to the skin, delivering continuous hydration while keeping the finish lightweight.

• Water-cream texture provides plumping hydration without heaviness
• Sodium hyaluronate locks in moisture for lasting softness
• Designed to work well on oily, combination, and normal skin types

Can this improve firmness, texture, and the appearance of pores?

Regular use helps visibly smooth skin texture and reduce the look of fine lines and pores by combining hydrating ingredients with firming-focused actives. The result is a softer, more refined surface that also creates a radiant base for makeup application.

• Hydration plumps skin to minimize fine lines
• Light-reflecting finish improves perceived texture and radiance
• Formulation aims to visibly refine pores and uneven texture

How should I incorporate it into my routine?

Apply C.E.O. Afterglow in the morning after cleansing and serum—especially if using additional vitamin C serums—or use it at night for overnight moisture. Its lightweight feel makes it easy to layer under sunscreen and makeup without pilling.

• Use daily: morning or evening as preferred
• Apply after serums and before sunscreen or makeup
• Suitable for layering with other actives when tolerated

Who is this for Sunday Riley C.E.O. Afterglow is built for anyone seeking a brightening, lightweight daily moisturizer that balances hydration with a radiant finish. It’s particularly well suited for people who want a non-greasy vitamin C moisturizer that plays nicely under makeup, those with combination or oilier skin types, and anyone looking to add a stable form of vitamin C plus humectant support to their regimen. As always, patch-test new products if you have sensitive skin or are combining multiple active treatments.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: Water/Eau/Aqua, Dimethicone, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Polyglycerin-6, Propanediol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Ergothioneine, Xanthophyll, Allantoin, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil, Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Crosspolymer, Mannitol, Pentylene Glycol, Isododecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Phytate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl p-Cresol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol.

FAQ

Q: Is C.E.O. Afterglow suitable for oily skin?

A: Yes. Its lightweight gel-cream texture hydrates without heavy oils, making it suitable for oily and combination skin types.

Q: How quickly will I see brightening results?

A: Many users report improved radiance within about seven days of consistent use, though results vary by individual and routine.