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Brightening Dark Spot Milky Serum with Niacinamide for Post-Acne Marks and Hyperpigmentation
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Size: 1 oz/30 mL
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About the Product
Item 2933224
Only at Sephora
What it is: A lightweight, milky serum with tranexamic acid, alpha arbutin, and niacinamide to visibly fade dark spots, post-acne marks, and hyperpigmentation.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots and Dullness
Formulation: Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Tranexamic Acid 3%: Visibly fades dark spots and post-acne marks.
- Alpha Arbutin 2%: Visibly brightens skin and targets hyperpigmentation.
- Niacinamide 2%: Smooths and evens the look of skin tone and texture.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Designed to work as a standalone dark spot treatment or alongside acne treatments in your routine, this lightweight, milky serum visibly fades post-acne marks and hyperpigmentation with every use. Suitable for all skin tones and safe for sensitive, acne-prone skin, it’s gentle enough for daily use without irritation.
Clinical Results: In an independent, third-party clinical test on 35 panelists across all 6 Fitzpatrick skin types with self-perceived acne-prone skin:
- 91% agreed this serum visibly reduces the look of dark spots after 8 weeks of 2X daily use
- 88% agreed this serum helps prevent new dark spots from forming after breakouts
- 83% agreed their skin tone looks brighter and more even after 2 weeks of 2X daily use
Safe for acne-prone skin:
- This product passed a 28-day acnegenic and comedogenicity test on acne-prone skin with no increase in papules or pustules compared to baseline
Safe for all skin tones:
- This product passed a 48-hour occlusive patch test on all 6 Fitzpatrick skin types with no signs of irritation
Clean at Sephora
Clean at Sephora is our commitment to offering effective products without certain ingredients, such as parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and mineral oils. Learn more here.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dark Spots and Dullness
Formulation: Serum
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Tranexamic Acid 3%: Visibly fades dark spots and post-acne marks.
- Alpha Arbutin 2%: Visibly brightens skin and targets hyperpigmentation.
- Niacinamide 2%: Smooths and evens the look of skin tone and texture.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Designed to work as a standalone dark spot treatment or alongside acne treatments in your routine, this lightweight, milky serum visibly fades post-acne marks and hyperpigmentation with every use. Suitable for all skin tones and safe for sensitive, acne-prone skin, it’s gentle enough for daily use without irritation.
Clinical Results: In an independent, third-party clinical test on 35 panelists across all 6 Fitzpatrick skin types with self-perceived acne-prone skin:
- 91% agreed this serum visibly reduces the look of dark spots after 8 weeks of 2X daily use
- 88% agreed this serum helps prevent new dark spots from forming after breakouts
- 83% agreed their skin tone looks brighter and more even after 2 weeks of 2X daily use
Safe for acne-prone skin:
- This product passed a 28-day acnegenic and comedogenicity test on acne-prone skin with no increase in papules or pustules compared to baseline
Safe for all skin tones:
- This product passed a 48-hour occlusive patch test on all 6 Fitzpatrick skin types with no signs of irritation
Clean at Sephora
Clean at Sephora is our commitment to offering effective products without certain ingredients, such as parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and mineral oils. Learn more here.
-Tranexamic Acid 3%: Visibly fades dark spots and post-acne marks.
-Alpha Arbutin 2%: Visibly brightens skin and targets hyperpigmentation.
-Niacinamide 2%: Smooths and evens the look of skin tone and texture.
Water/Eau/Aqua, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Tranexamic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triheptanoin, Alpha-Arbutin, Niacinamide, C14-22 Alcohols, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Cetyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Phytate, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum.
The list of ingredients is subject to change. Please consult the packaging of the product purchased.
-Alpha Arbutin 2%: Visibly brightens skin and targets hyperpigmentation.
-Niacinamide 2%: Smooths and evens the look of skin tone and texture.
Water/Eau/Aqua, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Tranexamic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triheptanoin, Alpha-Arbutin, Niacinamide, C14-22 Alcohols, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Cetyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Phytate, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum.
The list of ingredients is subject to change. Please consult the packaging of the product purchased.
Suggested Usage:
-Use both morning and evening.
-Apply two to three pumps to clean, dry skin.
-Gently press or smooth over face and neck.
-Follow with moisturizer.
-For best results, use after AHA + BHA Blemish Control & Exfoliating Serum (sold separately).
-Use both morning and evening.
-Apply two to three pumps to clean, dry skin.
-Gently press or smooth over face and neck.
-Follow with moisturizer.
-For best results, use after AHA + BHA Blemish Control & Exfoliating Serum (sold separately).
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banu is an acne-safe brand that addresses a full spectrum of skincare goals. Every product is clinically tested on acne-prone skin and formulated with zero pore-clogging or acne-triggering ingredients to break the breakout cycle. From jelly cleansers to targeted acne treatments, every product is made to be as enjoyable as it is effective—without compromise.