Facial Serum

We combine pure botanical extracts with science-backed ingredients at higher concentrations to strengthen your skin barrier and ignite your natural radiance

🛡️ ANTIOXIDANT BOOST COMPLEX
• Stable Vitamin C (6%): Our most stable form of Vitamin C maintains potency in the formula, absorbs quickly, and helps visibly brighten skin tone.
• Vitamin E: Works perfectly with Vitamin C to fight off environmental stress and daily pollution.
• Green Tea Extract: Rich in polyphenol antioxidants, helps protect the appearance of skin from daily environmental exposure and supports a calmer, more even-looking complexion.

💧 BARRIER & HYDRATION SUPPORT
• Olive Squalane: Matches your skin's natural oils to fix its protective layer and keep moisture locked in.
• Glycerin: A powerful moisture magnet that keeps your skin hydrated and plump all day long.
• Purified Water: The clean base that helps your skin absorb all these active ingredients effectively.

🌿 BOTANICAL BRIGHTENING ACTIVES
• Licorice Root Extract: Now at a higher concentration to visibly fade dark spots and even out your skin tone while calming redness.
• Cacay Oil: A rare South American superfood oil naturally rich in Vitamin E and essential fatty acids. Helps the skin appear more nourished, supple, and visibly youthful-looking.

🌸 SENSORY EXPERIENCE
• Citrus Ritual Scent: A light, fresh orange scent designed to energize your senses and make your skincare routine a relaxing moment.

✅ OUR CLEAN PROMISE
• No "Nasties": Always free from parabens, sulfates, and mineral oils.
• Cruelty-Free: Officially certified by Leaping Bunny; we never test on animals.

NGREDIENTS LIST: WATER (AQUA), 3-GLYCERYL ASCORBATE, GLYCERINE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, DIMETHICONE, DIMETHICONE/PEG-10/15 CROSSPOLYMER, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, SQUALANE, GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA (LICORICE) ROOT EXTRACT, SODIUM GLUCONATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, CARYODENDRON ORINOCENSE SEED OIL, POTASSIUM SORBATE, XANTHAN GUM, POLYSORBATE 20, FRAGRANCE, CITRIC ACID.

CITRUS RITUAL — THE SENSORY EXPERIENCE

The TOTEMICA Antioxidant Serum carries a light, uplifting citrus fragrance — a vibrant blend inspired by sun-ripened orange peel that transforms your daily skincare into a mindful ritual.

🌞 ENERGIZING: The bright, fresh citrus notes awaken the senses and help boost mental clarity — making your morning routine feel like a moment of intentional self-care.

🧘 MOOD-LIFTING: Citrus fragrances are beloved in aromatherapy traditions for their association with positive mood and mental clarity. Your STEP 3 is more than a serum — it's a reset.

🌸 HOLISTIC RITUAL: At TOTEMICA, fragrance is intentional — part of an ancestral ritual. Each drop connects you with the warmth of nature and the power of botanical tradition.

• Fragrance intensity: Light and non-overpowering. FRAGRANCE is listed in the INCI ingredient list. If you have known fragrance sensitivities, we recommend a patch test before first full use.

Contains fragrance. Not recommended for use on broken or severely sensitive skin without patch testing.

STEP 3 of the TOTEMICA Beauty Ritual | Daily AM + PM

1. 🧼 Start with clean skin. Complete STEP 1 (Anti-Pollution Cleansing Gel) and STEP 2 (Comfort Facial Toner) before applying the serum.
2. 💧 Lightly mist your face with water or apply on slightly damp skin for enhanced absorption.
3. 🍊 Dispense 3–5 drops of serum into your palm or directly onto clean fingertips.
4. 🤲 Apply using upward, gentle strokes across the face, neck, and back of hands.
5. 🌀 Massage softly in circular motions to encourage penetration of active ingredients.
6. ⏳ Allow the serum to fully absorb (approximately 60 seconds) before proceeding.
7. ✨ Complete your ritual with STEP 4 (Anti-Aging Hydrating Gel). Always follow with SPF in the morning.

Recommended use: 1–2 times daily | Suitable for all skin types | Morning and night
For best results, use consistently for 6–8 weeks. Stable Vitamin C builds antioxidant protection cumulatively — the longer you use it, the more your skin glows.

WARNING: For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Avoid prolonged exposure of the product to heat and light.

✨ INTELLIGENT BRIGHTENING:

Reveal your skin’s natural radiance with our Triple Brightening Action. By increasing our Stable Vitamin C and Licorice Root, we’ve created a dual-system that helps visibly target the appearance of dark spots and dullness for a more even, luminous complexion — without the oxidation or irritation associated with traditional vitamin C serums.

🧱 BARRIER-BOOSTING & VISIBLE PLUMPING HYDRATION:

Help stop visible dryness before it starts. Our upgraded blend of Olive-Derived Squalane and Glycerin works to help reinforce the appearance of a healthy skin barrier, leaving skin looking intensely hydrated, plump, and visibly resilient against daily stress.

🛡️ URBAN ANTIOXIDANT DEFENSE & VISIBLY YOUTHFUL-LOOKING SKIN:

Defend your complexion against the city. Infused with Green Tea and rare Cacay Oil — a South American superfood — this serum creates a multi-antioxidant layer that helps protect the appearance of skin against environmental exposure, visibly softens the look of fine lines, and supports a more youthful, rested complexion.

🌸 HIGH-TOLERANCE "CLEAN" RITUAL:

Formulated at an optimal pH of 4.54, our serum provides a gentle, non-greasy, matte-silky finish. It is a high-tolerance option for all skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.

• What makes the TOTEMICA Antioxidant Serum different from other vitamin C serums?

Most vitamin C serums use L-Ascorbic Acid, which oxidizes quickly, turns orange in the bottle, and can sting sensitive skin. TOTEMICA STEP 3 uses 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate — a stable, non-irritating Vitamin C derivative that stays potent in the formula and absorbs quickly. Combined with Cacay Oil, Licorice Root Extract, and Green Tea, this formula delivers a four-way antioxidant defense that single-ingredient serums cannot match.

• Why has the serum texture changed from clear to a white/creamy appearance?

The milky-white appearance is a sign of a more nutrient-dense formula. The 2026 upgrade features increased concentrations of four key actives: Stable Vitamin C (6%), Glycerin, Squalane, and Licorice Root Extract. This higher level of humectants and restorative lipids naturally creates a richer, gel-cream texture compared to previous versions.

• Is it safe to use a 6% Vitamin C serum every day?

Yes. Our 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate (6%) is a non-photosensitizing and non-irritating form of Vitamin C, making it suitable for daily AM and PM use. Unlike traditional acidic vitamin C serums, it does not require a low pH to remain active and does not cause the redness or stinging associated with L-Ascorbic Acid. For added tolerance, the formula also includes Licorice Root Extract — a botanically derived ingredient recognized for its skin-calming properties.

• Should I apply sunscreen if I use this antioxidant serum in my morning routine?

Yes, Vitamin C and SPF are a powerful "double shield" duo against photo-aging. While the Antioxidant Boost Complex neutralizes free radicals that penetrate the skin, sunscreen blocks the UV rays from the surface. For the best results in your ritual, apply STEP 3, seal it with your STEP 4 moisturizer, and always finish with a broad-spectrum SPF in the morning.

• What is Cacay Oil and why is it in this serum?

Cacay Oil is a rare superfood oil pressed from the seeds of the Caryodendron Orinocense tree, native to South America. It is naturally rich in Vitamin E (Tocopherols) and essential fatty acids, making it one of the most potent plant-based ingredients for helping skin appear nourished, smooth, and more youthful-looking.

• Can I use this serum if I have sensitive skin?

Yes. The 2026 formula includes Licorice Root Extract as a skin-calming botanical, and uses a stable, non-irritating form of Vitamin C (3-Glyceryl Ascorbate) instead of traditional L-Ascorbic Acid. The formula is also free from parabens, alcohol, mineral oil, and sulfates. As with any new product, we recommend a patch test on a small area before full application, especially if you have highly reactive skin.

• How long does it take to see the brightening results?

You may notice immediate improvement in hydration and skin smoothness from the Squalane and Glycerin. Visible brightening and a more even skin tone are typically noticeable after 4 weeks of consistent daily use. For optimal results, use STEP 3 consistently for 6–8 weeks.