Brightening Complex

Description

Brightening Complex is a distinctive formula that safely and effectively brightens the appearance of the skin with beneficial moisturizing properties. Utilizing an innovative blend of proprietary brightening ingredients and pharmaceutical-grade botanicals, this high-performance formula concentrates on not one or two but all five mechanisms that contribute to the look of uneven skin tone.

BENEFITS

• Helps improve the appearance of uneven skin tone
• Rejuvenates the look of aging skin
• Increases hydration of the skin
• Provides controlled exfoliation
• Hydroquinone-free

APPLICATION

Apply a small amount to clean skin, smoothing over face and neck or areas affected by pigmentation irregularities.

KEY INGREDIENT FEATURES

Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (Source of Salicylic Acid) 18.0%

Encourages desquamation by “dissolving” intercellular “cement” with no inflammatory effects. Also deep cleans pores and removes debris within hair follicles.

Glycerin, Squalane and Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract 12.0%

Proprietary compound optimizes and reinforces collagen synthesis and moisture absorption in the skin.

Hyaluronic Acid (Botanically Derived) 11.0%

Humectant; demonstrates hydrophilic properties – attracts and binds up to 1800 times its molecular weight in water.

Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract

(Source of Glycolic Acid) 7.0%

Desquamation agent that encourages exfoliation of stratum corneum.

Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit/Leaf Extract

(Source of Lactic Acid) 5.7%

Desquamation agent with moisturizing properties; enhances exfoliation of the stratum corneum without dehydrating the skin.

Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract (Norwegian Kelp Extract) 5.0%

Interrupts communication between melanocyte and keratinocyte and increases controlled exfoliation, helping to remove pigmented areas.

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C) 5.0%

A lipid soluble analogue of L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C). Potent antioxidant and free radical scavenger. Lightens by inhibiting melanin synthesis, which is necessary for healthy collagen synthesis. Inhibits MMP enzymes.

Alpha-Arbutin 2.0%

Inhibits tyrosinase enzymes that produce melanin, thereby controlling hyperpigmentation.

Polyporus Umbellatus (Mushroom) Extract

(Source of Kojic Acid) 1.0%

Inhibits tyrosinase enzymes that produce melanin, thereby controlling hyperpigmentation. Also exhibits powerful antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antibiotic properties.

Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract 0.5%

Antioxidant with anti-inflammatory, anti-irritant, and wound healing properties. Acts as a depigmentation agent.