Support your skin’s natural resilience and promote a youthful, radiant appearance with UpCircle’s Peptide Serum. This lightweight, fast-absorbing serum is formulated with powerful actives including peptides, niacinamide and vitamin C to boost collagen production, improve elasticity, and reduce visible signs of ageing.
The formula also features upcycled custard apple and blood orange water, giving new life to ingredients that would otherwise go to waste. Antioxidant-rich custard apple helps soothe inflammation and regenerate the skin, while blood orange water protects and brightens for a healthy, even complexion.
UpCircle is the UK’s leading upcycled beauty brand, transforming ingredients that would otherwise go to waste into high-quality skincare. Every purchase supports a more sustainable and low-waste approach to skincare.
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Benefits and Key Features
Boosts collagen and skin elasticity – Peptides and custard apple extract help firm and strengthen the skin.
Brightens and evens skin tone – Niacinamide and blood orange water reduce dullness and promote a more balanced complexion.
Hydrates and soothes – Moisturising actives lock in hydration, keeping skin supple and nourished.
Supports a low-waste routine – Refillable and recyclable glass bottle aligns with ethical, sustainable skincare practices.
Suitable for all skin types – Gentle formula ideal for sensitive and mature skin alike.
Vegan and cruelty-free – Certified ethical skincare for conscious consumers.
Ingredients and Their Benefits
Upcycled Custard Apple (Annona Cherimola) – Rich in antioxidants, reduces inflammation and supports skin regeneration.
Blood Orange Water (Citrus Sinensis Fruit Extract) – Protects skin from environmental stressors and brightens the complexion.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) – Evens skin tone, strengthens the skin barrier, and improves overall texture.
Tripeptide-1 – Stimulates collagen production, boosting firmness and elasticity.
Vitamin C – Enhances radiance and reduces the appearance of pigmentation.
Hyaluronic Acid – Deeply hydrates and helps plump fine lines for smoother skin.
How to Use
Best applied to damp skin. Start with a spritz of UpCircle Toner if desired. Apply 2 to 3 drops to clean, damp skin, gently massaging evenly over face and neck. Use morning and evening for optimal results.
Why We Love It
This serum combines visible anti-ageing benefits with UpCircle’s sustainability mission. The blend of peptides, niacinamide, and upcycled ingredients revitalises skin while reducing waste, proving that effective skincare can be ethical, environmentally conscious, and luxurious. We love how it integrates seamlessly into any routine, boosting the performance of other products while supporting a circular economy.
Dietary and Lifestyle
Vegan (Vegan Society Certified), Cruelty-Free (Leaping Bunny Certified).
Origin
Made using ingredients from various countries and produced in the UK. UpCircle works with local businesses to repurpose by-products such as custard apple pulp and blood orange water, giving them a second life in effective, high-quality skincare.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Packaging
Packaged in a recyclable glass bottle with a glass and plastic dropper and a recyclable cardboard outer box made from sustainably sourced materials, which is widely collected for recycling. The brand avoids unnecessary plastic wherever possible and uses minimal packaging to reduce environmental impact.
Customers can also return their empty bottles through UpCircle’s Return and Refill Programme, where packaging is cleaned, sterilised, and reused. This closed-loop system keeps materials in circulation for longer and reduces the overall waste created by each product.
Safety Information
For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and seek medical advice. Use clean fingertips or an applicator to apply in order to reduce the risk of introducing bacteria.
Size
3.9 x 3.9 x 9.8cm - 30ml.
Disclaimer
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UpCircle Peptide Serum with Custard Apple and Blood Orange - Vegan (30ml)
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UpCircle is the UK's leading upcycled beauty brand, dedicated to creating sustainable products from natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste. Their mission is to produce skincare that benefits both you and the planet. Founded by siblings Anna and Will Brightman, the brand is built on a simple yet powerful idea: ingredients that would typically be discarded can be revitalised and given a new life.
Their product range features repurposed ingredients such as used coffee grounds, fruit stones, and chai spices, all of which are carefully transformed into high-quality natural skincare. By converting waste into valuable products, UpCircle demonstrates how the beauty industry can participate in a circular economy, extending the use of resources and minimising landfill waste.
UpCircle is a Certified B Corporation, which means they meet the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance. This certification highlights their commitment to ethical sourcing, transparent practices, and measurable positive impact. They are also Plastic Negative, removing more plastic from the environment than they produce, and their products are Menopause Friendly and Dermatologist Approved, making them suitable for all ages and skin types.
Every product is Vegan (Vegan Society Certified), Cruelty-Free (Leaping Bunny Certified), and manufactured in the UK. The packaging is designed to be minimal and easily recyclable, and they offer a refill and return scheme to help customers further reduce waste.
UpCircle believes that sustainable skincare should be accessible to everyone, not just a luxury. Their product range combines affordability with effective, ethical ingredients that nurture both your skin and the planet.
At The Bare Alternative, we appreciate how UpCircle aligns with our commitment to low-waste living, practical sustainability, and making better choices easy for everyday routines.
