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Clinique Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Clearing Serum with Vitamin C is a powerful dermatologist-developed solution for hyperpigmentation. Tested on all skin tones.
Benefits
- Clinique’s fourth generation brightening serum includes the brand’s proprietary brightening molecule, UP302, niacinamide, and even more vitamin C than previous formulas.
- Visibly reduces stubborn dark spots, including sun spots, age spots, and post-acne marks.
- Helps soothe skin from environmental irritants that can trigger future hyperpigmentation.
- Skin looks brighter and more radiant, with a more even-looking tone.
- Lightweight, oil-free formula sinks in quickly.
- Gentle enough for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
- Dermatologist tested
- Safe for sensitive skin
- Allergy tested
- Fragrance free
- Non-acnegenic
Key Ingredients
- UP302: Researchers screened over two thousand plant extracts and found dianella ensifolia to have powerful properties. UP302, Clinique’s proprietary brightening molecule, was bioengineered to mimic the botanical and found to have powerful antioxidant and brightening benefits.
- Vitamin C: This serum is made with two types of vitamin C—magnesium ascorbyl phosphate and ascorbyl glucoside—for precisely calibrated formulation. Together these potent brightening antioxidants help visibly reduce dark spots, including post-acne marks, and help skin tone look more even.
- Niacinamide: Helps visibly reduce discoloration such as dark spots and post-acne marks.
- Salicylic acid: Gently sloughs off the uppermost layers of the skin to help reveal fresher, more even-looking skin.
- Glucosamine: Helps weaken the bonds that hold dead skin cells together to encourage the exfoliation of surface discoloration for brighter, more even-looking skin.
- Glycyrrhetinic acid, derived from licorice extract: A potent anti-irritant, it helps calm skin by visibly reducing skin irritation that could trigger dark spots.
- Gyokuro: This green tea is hand-harvested in Japan in such a way that its natural anti-irritant properties are optimized for full potential. Helps quell the look of irritation that could lead to discoloration.
- Formulated without: Fragrance, Parabens, Phthalates, Oil, Drying alcohol, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Sodium laureth sulfate, Synthetic colors
Research Results
- Proven to visibly reduce tough dark spots on different skin tones:
- Up to 49% visible reduction in sun and age spots on lighter skin tones.*
- Up to 56% visible reduction in post-acne mark intensity on deeper skin tones.**
- *Clinical testing of 53 panelists after 12 weeks showed 49% visible improvement in top responders (21 of 53 panelists) and a 34% average visible improvement across all 53 panelists.
- **Clinical testing of 34 panelists after 12 weeks showed 56% visible improvement in top responders (9 of 34 panelists) and a 37% average visible improvement across all 34 panelists.
Use serum for dark spots twice a day, morning and night.
Dispense 1 to 2 pumps onto fingertips.
Spread serum all over your face, avoiding eye area.
Follow with moisturizer.
Daily sunscreen is imperative. Apply in the AM after your moisturizer.
Water\Aqua\Eau, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Yeast Extract\Faex\Extrait De Levure, Butylene Glycol, Polysilicone-11, Niacinamide, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Peg-6, Acetyl Glucosamine, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane, Cholesterol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Trametes Versicolor Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract\Extrait D'Orge, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caffeine, Salicylic Acid, Isohexadecane, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol, Caprylyl Glycol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Phosphatidylcholine, Sorbitan Oleate, Polysorbate 20, Polysorbate 80, Stearic Acid, Hexylene Glycol, Tromethamine, Citric Acid, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Bht, Sodium Citrate, Disodium Edta, Nylon-12, Phenoxyethanol.
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Most Helpful Positive Review
Makes my skin better
The Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Clearing Serum from Clinique is a game-changer for those dealing with dark spots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), and uneven skin tone. As a dermatologist-developed serum, it delivers on its promise to visibly reduce stubborn dark spots, dullness, and s...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Good results but Not for Sensitive Skin
I really like the opaque packaging, which is both aesthetically pleasing and practical. The dispenser keeps the product free from contamination and allows for precise application. The texture is dense, yet it absorbs quickly without leaving any sticky or greasy feeling. It's easy to apply, though...
408 results
Makes my skin glow!!
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This clinique dark spot serum is really the truth! I have always been so insecure about my dark spots on my face but this + sunscreen helped to even out my dark spots and clear my face up in as little as 2 weeks! My only thing though is it can't be used near the eyes or else it will burn them so be careful.
Love this product! Have been using it for years
It balances my skin tone out
Try it!
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It does what it says it does! I will say it took a bit longer than I was expecting to see a difference, but nonetheless I did end up seeing a little difference.
Very effective
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Wow! I have always enjoyed Clinique products and their effectiveness and this is no exception. The packaging feels nice and sturdy and the texture of the product isn't too thick or thin. There is no heavy scent and i have enjoyed each use. I will be repurchasing this when I finish.
Works great on my sensitive skin!
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I've been using the Clinique Dark Spot Serum twice a day, applying it on my face before my moisturizer, and it has quickly become a staple in my new skincare routine. It's been perfect for targeting my sun damage and dark spots, and I've noticed a visible improvement in my skin's overall tone. I love that it's fragrance-free, making it gentle even for sensitive skin, and its lightweight texture absorbs easily without feeling heavy or greasy.