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Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Clearing Serum

Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Clearing Serum

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Concern

Anti-Aging, Dark spots, Dullness, Hyperpigmentation

Benefits

Helps visibly reduce dark spots, including post-blemish marks, and improve radiance

Key Ingredients

Our advanced brightening formula is powered by:

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-blemish marks, and help skin tone look more even.

Pure niacinamide
Helps visibly reduce discolouration such as dark spots and post-blemish 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 discolouration for brighter, more even-looking skin.

And it’s balanced by:

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 optimised for full potential. Helps quell the look of irritation that could lead to discolouration.

Formula Facts
Clinical Expertise

  • Dermatologist developed
  • Dermatologist tested
  • Safe for sensitive skin
  • Suitable for post-procedure skin*
  • Tested on all skin tones
  • Allergy tested
  • Fragrance free
  • *Shown to be safe for use beginning 1 day after Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatment in 2 week clinical usage test.

    Free of
  • Fragrance
  • Parabens
  • Oil
  • Drying alcohol
  • Sodium lauryl sulfate
  • Sodium laureth sulfate
  • Synthetic colours
  • Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Clearing Serum

    $151.00

    50ml
    30ml
    50ml
    75ml

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    Product Details

    Our fourth generation brightening dark spot serum is a powerful dermatologist-developed solution for hyperpigmentation. The advanced formula, including our proprietary molecule UP302, balances more potent brightening actives with more soothing ones.
    *Gentle enough for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

    Dermatologist developed and tested. Safe for sensitive skin. Tested on all skin tones. Allergy tested. 100% fragrance free.

    What’s your skin concern? We have a serum for that.

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    Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Clearing Serum
    Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Clearing Serum
    3
    50ml
    • 30ml
    • 50ml
    • 75ml
    Add To Bag

    Key Benefit

    Helps visibly reduce dark spots, including post-blemish marks, and improve radiance

    Skin Type

    All

    Key Ingredients

    Vitamin C, UP302, niacinamide, salicylic acid, pure niacinamide, glucosamine

    Skin Concern

    Clinique Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Serum 1% Retinoid
    Clinique Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Serum 1% Retinoid
    57
    30 ml
    • 30 ml
    • 50 ml
    • 75ml
    Add To Bag

    Key Benefit

    Visibly repairs lines and wrinkles, firms, boosts radiance.

    Skin Type

    All skin tones and skin types

    Key Ingredients

    Dermal-active formula with 1% advanced retinoid, peptides, and hyaluronic acid

    Skin Concern

    Moisture Surge™ Hydrating Supercharged Concentrate
    Moisture Surge™ Hydrating Supercharged Concentrate
    18
    48 ml
    • 48 ml
    Add To Bag

    Key Benefit

    Long-lasting hydration

    Skin Type

    All Skin Types

    Key Ingredients

    Hyaluronic acid fragments and activated aloe water.

    Skin Concern

    Dehydration, Dry Skin, Redness
    Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Clearing Serum
    Frequently Asked Questions

    Our fourth-generation brightening dark spot Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Clearing Serum is a powerful dermatologist-developed solution for hyperpigmentation. It visibly reduces stubborn dark spots, including sun spots, age spots and post-blemish marks. It helps prevent future dark spots and leaves skin looking brighter and more radiant, with a more even-looking tone.

    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-blemish marks, and help skin tone look more even.

    This serum is Gentle enough for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It is Dermatologist developed and tested. Safe for sensitive skin. Tested on all skin tones. Allergy tested. 100% fragrance free.

    Use this serum twice a day, morning and night. Spread dark spot serum all over your face, avoiding eye area. Daily sunscreen is imperative. Apply in the AM after your moisturizer.

    Beyond vitamin C, the formula includes:

    • Our proprietary molecule UP302, is bioengineered to mimic the botanical [dianella ensifolia] … found to have powerful antioxidant and brightening benefits.

    Yes. Because the serum is designed to help visibly reduce dark spots, including post-blemish marks, and improve radiance, consistent use and protection against future dark spots are important. Daily sunscreen is imperative.

    Yes — the formula is lightweight, oil-free and sinks in quickly. 
    It is packaged in recyclable glass bottles (for certain sizes) and the carton is made from responsibly sourced paperboard, please recycle.

    Yes, the Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Clearing Serum comes in a striking iridescent bottle with a pearl chrome finish that many find to be among the most beautiful skincare packaging around. It also features a convenient pump rather than a dropper, making it easy to dispense. The lightweight, creamy serum inside is just as impressive as the outside, working to visibly brighten skin tone and reduce the appearance of dark spots.

    Is this serum lightweight and fragrance-free, and does it absorb quickly without leaving a greasy residue?

    Yes, this serum is lightweight and fragrance-free, absorbing quickly without any sticky or greasy residue. A little goes a long way, so two pumps is typically enough for the whole face. Note that the product has a faint scent when first applied that dissipates quickly, so if you are very sensitive to smell you may notice it briefly.

    How effectively does this serum fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation, and how long does it take to see results?

    This serum works best with consistent, daily use, with some users noticing visible fading within a few weeks and others finding it takes a month or more to see meaningful results. Results can vary depending on the depth and severity of the dark spots, so shallower spots tend to respond more quickly than older or deeper discolouration. For targeted areas, try applying a small dab directly onto each spot and gently tapping for about 30 seconds after your all-over application to help the serum absorb fully.

    How does the packaging of this serum look and feel in terms of design, size and pump functionality?

    The Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Clearing Serum comes in sleek, luxe packaging with a pearlescent finish that looks beautiful on a bathroom counter. The pump dispenses a precise amount of product and keeps the formula hygienic with each use. Most find the scent minimal or undetectable, though a small number notice a faint chemical note that tends to fade quickly.

    Does this serum help reduce redness and dark spots left behind by acne breakouts?

    Yes, this serum is well suited to fading the redness and discolouration that linger after acne breakouts. Users dealing with cystic and hormonal acne have noticed redness clearing and post-acne marks fading within a few weeks of consistent daily use. Because results build gradually, give it at least three to four weeks to see meaningful improvement.

    Is this serum safe and gentle enough for sensitive skin?

    Yes, this serum is formulated to be gentle enough for sensitive skin and is dermatologist verified for safe use across all skin types. It pairs brightening ingredients with soothing ingredients and contains no fragrance, making it a considered choice for those who react easily to actives. If your skin is particularly reactive, starting with spot treatment rather than applying it all over your face is a good way to ease in.

    Does this serum improve skin texture and leave skin feeling smoother after use?

    Yes, this serum does improve skin texture and leave skin feeling smoother with consistent use. Most find their skin feels noticeably softer and more even-toned within a few weeks, and the silky, medium-viscosity formula absorbs quickly while also delivering a hydrating effect. Apply it twice daily morning and night for best results, as the improvement in texture and tone tends to become more visible over four or more weeks of regular use.

    How long does it take to see noticeable results in reducing dark spots and dark circles?

    Results vary by skin type and consistency of use, with some people noticing a brighter, more even skin tone within a few weeks while stubborn dark spots may take a little longer to visibly fade. Patience and daily application are key to seeing progress. For best results, try dabbing a small amount directly onto targeted spots and gently tapping it in for around 30 seconds to help absorption.

    Does this serum come with a pump dispenser for easy and controlled application?

    Yes, this serum comes with a pump dispenser that lets you control the amount of product you use with each application. The pump keeps application hygienic and precise, and a small amount covers the entire face easily.

    Does this serum actually fade dark spots with regular use?

    Yes, this serum does fade dark spots with consistent use, though results take time and vary depending on the depth and size of the spot. Most wearers begin to notice visible lightening after several weeks of twice-daily application, with some finding that concentrating the serum directly onto specific spots by gently tapping it in helps speed up results. For best results, apply it all over the face first, then use your ring finger to press a small amount directly onto individual spots.

    Does this serum come in iridescent or holographic packaging?

    Yes, the Even Better Clinical™ Dark Spot Clearing Serum comes in a striking iridescent bottle with a pearl chrome finish that wearers consistently describe as gorgeous. The pump dispenser makes it easy to use alongside your regular routine.

    Does this serum have a strong scent?

    No, this serum has a very mild to no noticeable scent, making it a great option if you're sensitive to fragrance. It applies smoothly and absorbs quickly without leaving a sticky or shiny residue. Note that a little goes a long way, as applying too much can feel slightly oily.

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