Compare Products: C15 Super Booster vs Glass Skin Refining Serum

Paula's Choice

C15 Super Booster

Premium
$55 / 20ml — $2.75/ml
Peach & Lily

Glass Skin Refining Serum

Mid-range~2-5%
$39 / 40ml — $0.98/ml

Who It's Designed For

Paula's Choice
  • Those seeking a CE Ferulic serum with added peptide benefits
  • Users who want collagen stimulation from both vitamin C and peptides
  • People who prefer mixing a vitamin C booster into their existing products
  • Prestige skincare shoppers who want the formula at Sephora
  • Users comfortable with 15% L-ascorbic acid concentration
Peach & Lily
  • Sensitive or eczema-prone skin seeking gentle actives
  • Those wanting the 'glass skin' luminous hydration look
  • Users who prioritize fragrance-free, clean formulas
  • People new to niacinamide who want a lower concentration
  • K-beauty enthusiasts looking for a multi-benefit serum

Key Ingredients

Paula's Choice

15% L-Ascorbic Acid, Ferulic Acid, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Peptides (Tridecapeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5), Sodium Hyaluronate

Peach & Lily

Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid (multiple types), Madecassoside, Peach Extract, Peptides

Product Composition

21% similarity (9 ingredients in common)

Shared Ingredients
water (aqua/eau)glycerintridecapeptide-1sodium hyaluronatesodium gluconate12-hexanediolsodium phytatesodium hydroxide
Only in Paula's Choice (17)
ascorbic acidethoxydiglycolppg-26-buteth-26mannitolpalmitoyl tripeptide-5pentylene glycolpeg-40 hydrogenated castor oilbisabololdecylene glycolferulic acidoryza sativa (rice) bran extracttocopherolpolyacrylate crosspolymer-6panthenolcitric acidergothioneinephenoxyethanol
Only in Peach & Lily (16)
propanediolbutylene glycolniacinamideprunus persica (peach) fruit extractdioscorea japonica root extractadenosinemadecassosidehydrolyzed hyaluronic acidacetyl octapeptide-3hydrolyzed corn starchbeta-glucansaccharide isomeratephytic acidsucroseasiaticosidecaprylyl glycol

User Feedback Patterns

Paula's Choice
Noticeable brightening

Users consistently report visible brightening and improved skin tone within 2-4 weeks. The 15% concentration is effective for most users.

Expensive per ml

At $55 for 20ml, this is one of the priciest vitamin C serums relative to volume. Users note the small bottle size is a drawback for daily full-face use.

Freshness concerns

Multiple reviewers report receiving bottles that appear already oxidized (yellow or orange). This is a recurring complaint that the brand has acknowledged.

Mixes well with other products

The booster format is praised for flexibility. Users mix it with moisturizer, sunscreen, or other serums without issues.

Peach & Lily
Hydration standout

Users consistently report improved hydration and a plumper, more luminous appearance. Many describe the 'glass skin' effect as real.

Sensitive skin safe

Eczema-prone and reactive skin users frequently report no irritation. Popular first serum for those new to actives.

Texture praise

Lightweight gel texture absorbs quickly. Some note a slight initial tack that disappears once fully absorbed. Layers well.

Fading scars

Multiple users report gradual fading of acne scars and improved evenness over weeks of use.

Repeat purchase loyalty

High repurchase rate in reviews. Users describe it as a staple they consistently return to.

Which Should You Buy?

Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum offers great value at a lower price point. Paula's Choice C15 Super Booster may be worth the premium if you want 15% L-Ascorbic Acid.

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