illuminate serum

tranexamic acid

Similar to hydroquinone with less side effects. Blocks transfer of pigment in skin. Fades discoloration, brightens skin, reduces the appearance of acne scars. Generally, tranexamic acid is safe for all skin types. Those with super sensitive skin or eczema should do a test on the inside of the wrist before use, just to be safe. Ideally, tranexamic acid-containing products would be applied twice a day, but some suggest starting with one application per day to see how it reacts with your skin. Works well with Vitamin C, SPF, hyaluronic acid, retinol.

arbutin

Lightens dark spots, lessens the appearance of acne scars, helps even out skin tone. Arbutin is generally safe for all skin types. Arbutin can be used twice a day. It is safe to apply on clean skin with other creams and serums. It can also be used in the summer since it does not make skin more sensitive to the sun. Works well with Vitamin C and AHAs. While there are no known negative interactions with other skincare ingredients, heat can degrade the effectiveness of arbutin.

niacinamide

Also known as Vitamin B3. Brightening, prevents signs of aging, reduces acne. In general, anyone who wants their skin to be bright or prevent aging. You can use it in both morning and evening. Vitamin B3 works well with everything.

licorice extract

Skin brightener. Inhibits the production of an enzyme needed to produce melanin (pigment) in the skin, helps remove excess melanin, has anti-inflammatory benefits. Anyone looking to reap the spot-fading, skin tone-evening benefits, as well as those looking to soothe irritated skin. Good option for pregnant people looking for a safe way to treat melasma, unlike hydroquinone which cannot be used by pregnant people. Because of its main benefits, it's often mixed with other antioxidants and skin brighteners, such as niacinamide and vitamin C.

matrixyl morphomics ®

N-Prolyl Palmitoyl Tripeptide-56 Acetate (and) Pentylene Glycol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Aqua. Matrixyl® Morphomics® is an anti-wrinkle-, anti-aging- and skin conditioning agent. It helps combating wrinkles, especially vertical lines that gives a sad expression. This ingredient offers smoothing and repairing properties. Matrixyl® Morphomics® is used in eye contour care, face/neck skin care products.