Dermalogica AGE Bright Clearing Serum 30ml
Description
Description
2-in-1 serum against adult acne and skin aging
From the age of thirty or forty, something paradoxical happens in the skin: while new wrinkles and pigmentation spots appear, pimples and clogged pores stubbornly return. Most anti-aging products are too rich for impurities, and most acne products dry out the skin and accelerate visible aging. A double problem that calls for a double solution.
The AGE Bright Clearing Serum is designed precisely for this. With a concentrated 2% salicylic acid dose, the serum tackles existing pimples and keeps pores clean, while the AGE Bright™ Complex and niacinamide work simultaneously for smoother, more even, and radiant skin. One step in the routine, two concerns addressed at once.
Benefits
- Clears existing pimples and prevents new impurities
- Reduces visible signs of skin aging such as fine lines
- Evens out skin tone and fades pigmentation spots after pimples
- Refines enlarged pores and creates a smoother skin texture
- Light, water-like texture that absorbs quickly under day cream and makeup
Active ingredients
Salicylic Acid (2.0%): A concentrated dose of beta-hydroxy acid that penetrates deep into pores and dissolves sebum buildup. Due to its oil-soluble property, it reaches areas where water-soluble acids cannot, while also accelerating natural cell renewal — addressing both acne and brightening the skin.
Niacinamide (vitamin B3): Reduces visible pores, soothes redness, and strengthens the skin barrier. It works together with salicylic acid to regulate sebum production and helps fade post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation — the brownish spots left after pimples — more quickly.
AGE Bright™ Complex: A patented blend that works in harmony with the natural skin microbiome. It supports the skin’s own balance, reducing the recurrence of impurities and making the skin look healthier and more radiant.
Resurrection Plant Extract: A fascinating plant extract from a desert plant that can survive extreme dehydration and comes back to life upon hydration. It binds moisture in the skin, smooths fine lines, and gives an instantly plumped appearance — a valuable addition in a formula with active acid that might otherwise dry out the skin.
White Shiitake Mushroom & Phytic Acid: These two brightening ingredients work together to combat dullness and even out skin tone. Phytic acid from rice provides gentle chemical exfoliation, while white shiitake restores the skin’s natural radiance.
How to use
- Cleanse the face and optionally apply a toner.
- Drop a thin layer of serum into the palm — half a pipette is sufficient.
- Distribute over face and neck with flat palms and let dry completely.
- Follow with your trusted Dermalogica day cream or night cream.
- Always finish in the morning with sun protection, as salicylic acid makes the skin more sensitive to UV.
Suitable for
- Adult skin with persistent acne and simultaneous signs of aging.
- Uneven skin tone with post-inflammatory pigmentation spots after pimples.
- Clogged pores and dull skin lacking radiance.
- All skin types, provided salicylic acid is well tolerated.
- Sensitive skin can build up the serum by first using it 2 to 3 times per week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I also use this serum as a spot treatment on individual pimples?
Yes, you can. Although the serum is intended for the entire face, you can also apply it targeted on individual pimples when you don’t follow the full routine. For structural results, daily use over the whole face is more effective.
How do I combine this serum with a vitamin C or retinol serum?
Use only one serum per routine to avoid overloading the skin. A good approach is the AGE Bright Clearing Serum in the morning, and a retinol or hydrating serum in the evening. Build both up gradually to prevent irritation.
Is the serum greasy or sticky on the skin?
No. The texture is light and almost watery, and absorbs quite quickly. Some people experience a very slight 'tackiness' immediately after application — this disappears once the serum has fully dried and you apply your day cream.
Is this product suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes, provided it is built up carefully. Start with 2 to 3 times per week in the evening and see how your skin reacts. If you have known sensitivity to salicylic acid, a patch test in the neck fold is recommended before using it on the entire face.
