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Illuminate Serum

Brightening and Tone Evening Support

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Product Details

The most concentrated brightening and pigmentation-addressing serum in the line. This serum delivers a multi-acid exfoliant complex alongside Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, and Nonapeptide-1 to help address the appearance of uneven skin tone, pigmentation concerns, and dullness at multiple levels. Fision PentaFruit V, a blend of five natural plant extracts and AHAs, helps visibly smooth surface texture and support a more youthful-looking complexion. AHA sources include Glycolic, Lactic, Malic, and Tartaric Acids, alongside natural fruit extracts (Sugar Maple, Sweet Orange, Lemon, Sugarcane, Bilberry). Recommended primarily for evening use; if used during the day, apply to individual areas of concern only and always follow with broad-spectrum SPF. Skin may need approximately two weeks to adjust when introducing this level of exfoliation into a new skin care routine.

Ingredient What It Does
Tranexamic Acid A brightening component that may help address the appearance of dark spots, uneven skin tone, and pigmentation concerns for a more even-looking complexion
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) A water-soluble multifunctional vitamin that helps support a more even-looking skin tone, address the appearance of visible redness, and contribute to a balanced complexion
Nonapeptide-1 A brightening peptide that may help support a more even-looking skin tone by addressing the visible appearance of pigmentation concerns
Fision PentaFruit V A proprietary blend of five natural plant extracts and AHAs that helps address the appearance of surface texture irregularities for a smoother, softer, more youthful-looking skin surface
Glycolic Acid An AHA exfoliant that helps loosen and remove dead skin cells to support a smoother-looking complexion and a more radiant-feeling skin surface
Lactic Acid An AHA exfoliant that helps address surface skin cells while contributing to skin hydration and a more even-looking tone
Salicylic Acid A BHA exfoliant that helps penetrate pores to address the appearance of congestion and support a clearer-looking complexion
Sugar Maple + Sweet Orange Extracts Natural AHA sources that help support a more radiant-looking skin surface and contribute to the overall brightening complex
Potential Benefits
  • The most concentrated brightening serum in the line — combines Tranexamic Acid, Niacinamide, Nonapeptide-1, and a full AHA/BHA acid complex to help address the appearance of pigmentation concerns and uneven skin tone at multiple levels
  • Nonapeptide-1 may help support a more even-looking complexion by helping to address the visible appearance of pigmentation concerns over time
  • A comprehensive exfoliant complex (AHAs: Glycolic, Lactic, Malic, Tartaric + natural fruit acids + BHA: Salicylic) helps address the appearance of surface texture and support a more even-looking complexion 
  • Fision PentaFruit V may help smooth the appearance of skin texture irregularities for a softer, more even-looking skin surface
  • pH formulated to help support key ingredient performance without causing excessive skin discomfort
  • Can be paired with EnviroC Serum during the day for added antioxidant support and to help maintain the appearance of skin exposed to environmental stressors
  • Alternating with Enrich Serum during evening use may help balance active brightening support with gentler ongoing pigmentation care
How to Use
  • When (primary): Evening use, apply as a full-face serum step after cleansing and toning
  • When (daytime): Apply to individual areas of concern only during the day, always pair with broad-spectrum SPF
  • Amount: Apply 2–3 drops to fingertips
  • Application: Apply to face and décolleté; allow to absorb fully before moisturizer
  • Follow-up: Apply moisturizer; always use broad-spectrum SPF in the morning
  • New to this product: Begin every other day for approximately the first two weeks to allow skin to adjust to the exfoliant complex — move to daily use when comfortable
  • Pro Tip: Layer EnviroC Serum on top during the day for added antioxidant support to help maintain healthy looking skin when exposed to the elements
Full Ingredients List

Aqua (Purified Water), Niacinamide, Propanediol, Glycolic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Salicylic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Lactic Acid, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Powder/Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Sweet Orange) Fruit Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Malic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Nonapeptide-1.

pH: 5.5 – 6.5

Warnings

For external use only.

Use only as directed.

Avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.

This product contains AHAs and BHA — always apply broad-spectrum SPF to any area where this product has been used before sun exposure.

Contact of this product with the skin should be of limited frequency or duration.

New users: begin use every other day for the first one to two weeks to allow skin to adjust and minimize the possibility of discomfort from exfoliation.

During daytime use, apply to individual areas of concern only — not recommended as a full-face morning application due to increased sun sensitivity.

If irritation or discomfort develops, discontinue use and consult a physician.

Keep out of reach of children.