Research and Markets valued the global skin lightening products market at US $18.26 billion in 2023, and projects it will increase at a CAGR of 8.7% from 2025-2030. Factors cited include sun exposure, aging, hormonal changes and acne, which can lead to the development of dark spots and uneven skin tone. As such, the demand for effective active solutions that address these concerns is driving growth; the No. 7 Radiance+ Vitamin C Glow Toner exemplifies such a solution.
No. 7 Radiance+ Vitamin C Glow Toner
Powered with 2% vitamin C, the No. 7 Radiance+ Vitamin C Glow Toner is described as a fast-absorbing formula that revives the complexion to “brighten and firm skin all day.” Vitamin C is incorporated for its antioxidant efficacy to reduce signs of aging including fine lines and wrinkles, and to defend the skin against environmental aggressors.
Per the company, the No. 7 toner “instantly transforms dull, tired and lackluster skin for an energized, glowing and healthy look.” What’s more, it reportedly improves overall skin texture for a youthful, healthy-looking glow and minimizes pores while prepping the skin to absorb serums and moisturizers more effectively.
Additional claimed benefits include:
- Helps to prevent excess oil from clogging pores.
- Provides complete hydration, making skin smooth and soft.
- Fades sun spots, melasma, age spots and other types of hyperpigmentation.
- Supports the production of healthy collagen and boosts skin’s firmness.
The toner additionally is formulated with aloe vera, cucumber and willow bark.
Willow bark extract is said to provide gentle exfoliation for more radiant skin, and reduce acne, excess oil and the appearance of wrinkles.
Cucumber offers hydration, reduces inflammation and calms irritated skin.
Ingredients: No. 7 Radiance+ Vitamin C Glow Toner
Following is the full product ingredient disclosure, as reported on the No. 7 website as of April 6, 2025.
Aqua (Water), PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Chlorphenesin, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Citric Acid, Gluconolactone, Disodium EDTA, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Limonene, Dipropylene Glycol, Linalool, Parfum (Fragrance), Denatonium Benzoate.
Reviews: No. 7 Radiance+ Vitamin C Glow Toner
Example user reviews (edited for style), selected for their anecdotal insights on product form and function, include:
- This leaves my skin fresh faced and I can see a difference in my pigmentation and the smoothness of my face.
- This toner is refreshing on my skin without drying it out.
- This toner is refreshing on my skin without drying it out.
- I have always used the Pixi glow tonic which I love, but think this is a great more affordable toner. It gives my skin the same clean fresh feeling, looking dewy and glowy after use. A small amount goes a really long way so this bottle will last you months.
A Note on Formulating Skin Brighteners
According to DeHaven, as with other biochemical processes, addressing multiple pathways for skin brightening is more efficient than incorporating only one mechanism. This approach provides several possible advantages:
- Use of ingredient combinations that are gentler to skin;
- Increased effects due to mechanistic potentiation from multiple actives at several sites; and
- Better tolerability for skin, especially skin of color, with less risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
For more on targeting multiple mechanisms, see the complete archived article.
