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NeoStrata® Illuminating Serum

★★★★★ 4.00/5

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Description

NeoStrata® Illuminating Serum multi-action concentrate is a gentle exfoliator to help fade existing dark marks, evens out skin tone, and brightens skin. Suitable for all skin types with hyperpigmentation. Not for sensitive or rosacea-prone skin.

Key ingredients include patented NeoGlucosamine™ which increases cellular turnover. Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C) is a powerful but tolerable antioxidant that promotes skin brightening. Licorice Root Extract and Resorcinol are well-studied ingredients for helping to prevent the formation of melanocytes. Niacinamide has multiple skin benefits including calming inflammation and supporting skin barrier repair. Additional skin brighteners within this formulation help to break up and reduce existing dark marks. Powerful pigment-reducing Peptides help to inhibit tyrosinase and melanin production to discourage new pigmentation. Fragrance-free. Dermatologist-developed and tested.

Dr Webster’s Recommendation: NeoStrata® Illuminating Serum can be used as a booster both morning and evening for the maintenance of dark marks and hyperpigmentation. The formula is lightweight and would lend itself well to those with oily or combination skin, although for dry skin you could supplement with a moisturiser over it. Always apply sunscreen when using this product during the day to avoid further pigmentation. Best used with other products in this range – Ultra Brightening Cleanser and Pigment Controller.

Summary

Strength: 6% NeoGlucosamine | 4% Niacinamide

Size: 30ml

SPF: N/A

Fragrance-Free: Yes

Application: Face

Use: PM/AM

How to Use
  • Apply serum to face and neck after cleansing in the morning and evening.
  • Allow sufficient time in between application of various products for maximum product penetration.
  • Always use a good quality, high factor broad spectrum sunscreen during the day to avoid further pigmentation as this product does not contain one.
Key Ingredients
  • Vitamin C
  • Peptides
  • NeoGlucosamine
  • Resorcinol
  • Alpine Plant Extracts (GigaWhite)
  • Liquorice Extract (Glycyrrhetinic Acid)
  • Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C)

FULL INGREDIENTS / INCI: AQUA/WATER/EAU, ACETYL GLUCOSAMINE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, ALCOHOL DENAT., NIACINAMIDE POLYSORBATE 80, DIMETHICONE PEG-7 PHOSPHATE, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT, 4-BUTYLRESORCINOL, GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA (LICORICE) ROOT EXTRACT, TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE (VITAMIN C ESTER), PRUNUS ARMENIACA (APRICOT) FRUIT EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) FRUIT EXTRACT, JASMINUM OFFICINALE (JASMINE) FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) PEEL EXTRACT, ELETTARIA CARDAMOMUM SEED EXTRACT, VANILLA PLANIFOLIA FRUIT EXTRACT, PLUMERIA RUBRA FLOWER EXTRACT, HEDYCHIUM SPICATUM EXTRACT, HIBISCUS ABELMOSCHUS SEED EXTRACT, GARDENIA TAHITENSIS FLOWER EXTRACT, PYRUS MALUS (APPLE) FRUIT EXTRACT, EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS (CLOVE) FLOWER EXTRACT, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, SODIUM BISULFITE, CHLORPHENESIN, PHENOXYETHANOL, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CL 17200 (RED 33), CL 19140 (YELLOW 5).
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  • Anastasiia

    This serum is pilling a lot, and I can’t seem to find any product to use with it that prevents pilling on my face. I am quite disappointed.

    September 12, 2024
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  • kedibone nesta

    I would highly recommend, it’s not sticky, blends on skin effortlessly. I was first introduced to this product 3 years ago and it is my go to vitamin c serum for pigmentation

    August 26, 2023
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  • Benita

    This serum also works wonders. It really works on my dry and sensitive skin.

    January 7, 2020
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  • Tammy

    I tried this product after it was recommended for my pigmentation. Firstly, the product lasted exactly 2 months which made it very affordable. The texture is light and has started lightening my pigmentation. It does require long term use.

    April 5, 2018

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  • Jo

    I have been using this daily for the past 8 months on melasma which appeared 6 years ago on the top of my cheeks. I have tried tons of pigmentation correcting creams over the years with some minor improvements using the Obagi nuderm range a few years ago. However, the pigmentation has faded considerably (almost gone) since using the NeoStrata® Illuminating Serum! I have also been applying the Obagi Professional-C Serum 20% and believe the combination of these two products has been highly effective.

    December 9, 2016

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