Cosmedix Clarity Skin-Clarifying Serum 15ml (travelsize)
Description
Description
Acne serum with retinol and salicylic acid in a convenient travel size
Those who want to try a targeted acne serum before moving to the full size, or want to bring a trusted product on a trip, will find exactly what they need in this 15ml bottle. The same concentrated clarifying formula as the 30ml, but in a size that fits conveniently in a toiletry bag and serves perfectly as an introduction to the effects of retinol and salicylic acid on blemish-prone skin.
Cosmedix Clarity targets adult acne, blackheads, and stubborn blemishes through a combination rarely offered in one serum: retinol and salicylic acid, supported by calming botanicals and niacinamide. The serum addresses four causes of acne at once — excess sebum, dead skin cells in the pore, bacterial overgrowth, and inflammatory reactions — without drying out the skin or stressing the barrier.
Benefits
- Compact travel size ideal for trying out the product
- Targets four causes of acne simultaneously in one formula
- Soothes the skin with tea tree, willow herb, and aloe vera
- Fades acne scars and post-inflammatory pigmentation spots
- Can be used as a targeted spot treatment or over the entire face
Active ingredients
Salicylic Acid and Acetylsalicylic Acid: The powerful duo that works inside the pore itself — where blackheads and pimples form. Salicylic acid is oil-soluble, allowing it to penetrate sebum and dissolve the pore from within. The acetyl form adds anti-inflammatory effects on existing pimples and soothes redness around an active blemish.
Retinol and Retinyl Acetate: Vitamin A in two complementary forms. They stimulate natural cell renewal, preventing pores from clogging quickly with dead skin cells. In the long term, retinol also fades post-acne marks that often remain after a pimple has disappeared.
Niacinamide: The supplement that makes the difference between irritated acne-prone skin and a controlled, recovering skin. Regulates sebum production, soothes inflammation, strengthens the skin barrier, and reduces the visibility of pigmentation spots — all in one ingredient.
Tea tree oil: An essential oil from Australia with antibacterial properties that specifically target the bacteria causing acne. Reduces bacterial load in the pore while calming the skin around an active pimple.
Willowherb extract (Epilobium Angustifolium): A lesser-known but powerful soothing plant extract. Reduces redness and sensitivity often associated with acne, thereby enhancing the nourishing profile of the formula for reactive skin.
Saw Palmetto and Stone Root extract: Two botanical ingredients that intervene in the hormonal pathway often involved in adult acne. Saw Palmetto inhibits the action of androgens on the sebaceous gland — a mechanism behind much adult acne.
Aloe vera and chamomile: Two timeless soothing ingredients that calm the skin during the action of the active components. Make Clarity more tolerable for those sensitive to strong acne products.
Hydroxyproline and saccharide isomerate: Support the skin barrier during active treatment. Prevent the combination of retinol and salicylic acid from causing dryness — a common misconception is that acne-prone skin needs 'less care,' whereas the opposite is true.
How to use it
- Cleanse and tone the skin in the evening according to your usual routine
- Dispense a coin-sized amount onto the fingertips
- Gently spread over the face or apply only to problem areas
- Allow to absorb for a few minutes before applying a moisturizer
- Start every other evening and gradually build up to daily use
- Always combine with an SPF during the day — non-negotiable when using retinol
- When using on the go: store out of direct sunlight in a case
Suitable for
- Travel, vacation, and short trips where a full size is inconvenient
- Introduction to Clarity before switching to the 30ml
- Spot treatment for those already following another routine
- Adult acne and hormonal impurities
- Blackheads, pimples, and post-acne pigmentation spots
- Oily and combination skin with impurities
Frequently asked questions
How long does 15ml last with daily use?
With daily use over the whole face, 15ml lasts about 5 to 6 weeks. As a spot treatment on problem areas — which many users do in an established routine — a bottle usually lasts two to three months. Those who store the product after opening get the same shelf life as the 30ml version: about 12 months according to the PAO symbol on the packaging.
Why choose the 15ml instead of going straight for the 30ml?
Two reasons. For a first introduction to retinol-containing products, 15ml is a lower financial investment while getting the same formula to see how your skin reacts. Also, 15ml is the travel-friendly option — under the 100ml liquid rule for carry-on and compact in any toiletry bag. For those who already know they use Clarity daily, the 30ml is ultimately the more economical choice per milliliter.
Can I use Clarity as a targeted spot treatment instead of over the whole face?
Definitely, and this smaller size is a popular choice for that use. Apply a small amount directly to problem areas — typically chin, nose, and forehead — and skip the rest of the face. Those already using retinol or vitamin C in another routine avoid over-treatment this way and can apply the active ingredients precisely where needed.
Is this serum also intended for body acne?
Clarity is developed for facial use, but the active ingredients also work on acne on the back, chest, and shoulders. The 15ml size is limited for body areas — for extensive body acne, a larger package or a targeted body formula is more practical. For one or two spots on the upper back, the 15ml bottle works excellently as a targeted solution.
What is the difference between this 15ml and the 30ml version of Clarity?
The formula, effect, and quality are identical — only the content differs. Some users start with 15ml to test the skin's response and then switch to the 30ml for longer use. Others buy the 15ml as a standard alongside their 30ml as a travel toiletry.
Can I use this serum during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
No, not even the 15ml version. Both retinol and salicylic acid are not recommended during either period. For a safe acne routine during pregnancy, it's better to look for a serum with only niacinamide or azelaic acid, and discuss the plan with your midwife or skin therapist.
