L'Oréal Paris Bright Reveal 7.5% Niacinamide + 2.5% Amino-Sulfonic Acid Dark Spot Serum
Works for
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Bright Reveal 7,5% Niacinamid + 2,5% Amino-Sulfonsäure Dark Spot Sérum mindert Pigmentflecken durch Niacinamid, während Amino-Sulfonsäure sanft abgestorbene Hautzellen entfernt, für strahlendere Haut.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glycolic acid, niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: capryloyl salicylic acid.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“It helps reduce dark spots such as sun spots, age spots, and acne scars.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: capryloyl salicylic acid, glycolic acid
ExfoliationHydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid, Capryloyl salicylic acid + 1 moreWorks well
“Zusätzlich enthält sie Amino-Sulfonsäure, einen sanft peelenden Wirkstoff, der abgestorbene Hautzellen entfernt und Ihrer Haut ein ebenmäßigeres Erscheinungsbild verleiht.”
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: capryloyl salicylic acid, glycolic acid.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Glycolic acid + 1 moreWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains glycolic acid, niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Niacinamide, Glycerin + 5 moreWorks well
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": biosaccharide gum-1, glycerin.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Menthoxypropanediol + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Caprylyl methicone~5.4–8.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish on the skin
More about Caprylyl methiconeNiacinamide~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideAlcohol denat.~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Butylene glycol~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolGlycerin~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinHydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to regulate product's pH, but can be also used as an exfoliator when included in higher concentrations. There is a controversy about whether it can generate free radicals and induce skin cell damage when used in topical products
More about Hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acidCaffeine~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineCapryloyl salicylic acid~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Glycolic acid~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that helps to remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin reveling a more even, smoother complexation. It is also able to stimulate collagen production with long-term use. Could help to reduce pore congestion. It can be irritating to the skin. Apply sunscreen daily if using products with glycolic acid
More about Glycolic acidHydroxyacetophenone~0.45–1.1%
Menthoxypropanediol~0.4–0.9%
Potassium hydroxide~0.35–0.8%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateSodium thiosulfate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate2-mercaptonicotinoyl glycine~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopheryl acetate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateAmmonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerBiosaccharide gum-1~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and is claimed to provide a longer-lasting hydration because of its ability to create a water-binding film on the surface of the skin
More about Biosaccharide gum-1Poloxamer 338~0.1–0.5%
Tocopherol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolXanthan gum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumPeg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymer~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymerCi 14700~0.1–0.3%
Ci 17200~0.05–0.25%
Chlorphenesin~0.05–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Caprylyl methicone, Niacinamide, Alcohol denat., Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylpiperazine ethane sulfonic acid, Caffeine, Capryloyl salicylic acid, Glycolic acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Menthoxypropanediol, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium hyaluronate, Sodium thiosulfate, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, 2-mercaptonicotinoyl glycine, Tocopheryl acetate, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Biosaccharide gum-1, Poloxamer 338, Tocopherol, Xanthan gum, Peg-12 dimethicone/ppg-20 crosspolymer, Ci 14700, Ci 17200, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
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| L'Oréal ParisBright Reveal 7.5% Niacinamide + 2.5% Amino-Sulfonic Acid Dark Spot SerumYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayEffaclar Serum for Blemish-Prone Skin | MedicubeZero Pore One-day Serum | VichyNeovadiol Meno 5 Serum for Menopausal Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 94% | 92% | 91% |
| Price | — | $13.16 | $16.83 | $45.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 | Ascorbyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"loreal - Bright Reveal 7.5% Niacinamide + 2.5% Amino-Sulfonic Acid Dark Spot Serum" is effective for: Exfoliation, Evens skin tone, Anti-blemish, Anti-aging and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (3.70% - 5.50%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- This product contains acids (glycolic acid 0.80% - 1.20%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants).
- Humectants (biosaccharide gum-1 0.15% - 0.50%, sodium hyaluronate 0.30% - 0.70% and glycerin 1.80% - 2.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Glycolic acid peel therapy – a current reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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