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A targeted dark spot treatment that helps even skin tone and boost radiance. Formulated with Activated C (a stabilized form of Vitamin C) and buffered Salicylic Acid, this efficacious brightening serum helps visibly reduce the appearance of a broad array of discolorations including dark spots, hyperpigmentation and post-acne marks. Our dark spot corrector has been tested on all ethnicities and is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Paraben-free, mineral oil-free, and dye-free.
Dark Spots Intensity -39%
Sallowness -17%
Post-Acne Marks Redness -27
Even Tone +43%
Luminosity +42%
Over 40k positive reviews worldwide. 100% would recommend.
Visibly reduces dark spots and hyperpigmentation
Helps to create more visibly even and smoother skin
Visibly plumps for a luminous glow and more radiant looking skin
Visibly brightens and improves the look of skin clarity
Dermatologist-tested
Safe and gentle on skin
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive
ACTIVATED C
Activated C is especially known to help visibly reduce dark spots and prevent the formation of new skin discolorations. Our potent form of Activated C is renewable and penetrates skin quickly to help visibly even skin tone and improve clarity.
BUFFERED SALICYLIC ACID
Within our formula, Buffered Salicylic Acid works by targeting skin’s surface to help exfoliate discolored skin cells at the surface for a visibly improved, more even skin complexion.
Apply dark spot corrector morning and night, before your moisturizer
May be used as spot treatment or over entire face
May also be used to correct visible discolorations on hands, neck and chest
For optimal results, apply a daily sunscreen
Explore the rest of the Clearly Corrective collection including our exfoliating face wash, soothing treatment water, brightening moisturizer and hydrating and brightening face mask and gentle triple acid facial peel
As part of our Kiehl's Mission Renewal journey, we are providing the Environmental Impact Score to help you make informed decisions about the formulas you use. Kiehl’s is committed to continually improving the impact of our products throughout the product lifecycle, including the production and usage phase, and giving access to this data with full transparency. This tool is designed to help assess the relative environmental and social impact of Kiehl’s Products compared to other L’Oréal Group products in the same category in 2020.
The calculation method was developed with the help of independent scientific experts and Bureau Veritas Certification, an independent auditor. The score takes into account 14 environmental impact factors all along the product's life cycle.
This product currently has a less favorable impact than we aim for, so we have set out an action plan to improve its environmental and social performance over the coming months. You can also use [insert Marketing alternative here] as an alternative. The letters and colors used in this tool are designed to help you make comparisons to other L’Oreal Groupe products in the same category around the world in 2020, so you can make more informed choices.
Manufacturing Conditions
Made in the United States of America at a responsible plant
Waste recovery:
97%
Renewable energy:
>99%
Enviromental impact of the packaging
% of cardboard/paper certified FSCTM or PEFC:
100%
% of bottle made of recycled material3:
0%
Recyclable4:
No
Refillable or reusable:
No
Social impact of the product
The ingredients and components of this product are sourced from suppliers committed to respect the fundamental principles of the UN on labor standards.
7 suppliers used in the making of this product are part of the L’Oreal Solidarity Sourcing Program.
1Grams of CO2 equivalent ("face care" category average = 9.6g)
2Water index including water quality + water scarcity (m3) - "face care" category average = 1.9
Our #1 Serum is Clinically Demonstrated to Visibly Improve Skin Clarity in 1 Week
97% showed reduced dark spot intensity*
93% showed more radiant skin*
96% showed softer skin**
94% showed plumper skin***
Results based on:
*Based on expert grading in a clinical study after 12 weeks of product use.
**Based on expert grading in a clinical study after 2 weeks of product use.
***Based on expert grading in a clinical study after 19 days of product use.
Below The Surface
Below the Surface
Our Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solution works to support skin’s natural collagen production, while reducing the appearance of uneven, dull skin and dark spots for brighter skin clarity and visibly plumper, smoother skin.