AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum (50ml)

Your first step towards a more even tone. Dark spots and leftover breakout marks can make skin look tired. This light serum is a gentle place to start: 5% niacinamide, no exfoliating acids and no retinoid. AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum is a lightweight serum with 5% niacinamide, glutathione, squalane, hyaluronic acid and fruit extracts. It helps fade the look of dark spots and post-blemish marks, and gives dull skin a brighter, more even look. Perfect for: dark spots and post-blemish marks, dull skin, normal, combination or oily skinFeels like: a lightweight serum that absorbs quickly with no greasy layerKey ingredients: niacinamide 5%, glutathione, papaya, sea buckthorn and acerola extracts, squalaneWhy we chose itIt is an easy first brightening serum: a moderate niacinamide level, no retinoid, no exfoliating acid, and a light texture for morning and evening. AXIS-Y describe it as certified vegan and cruelty-free. What it doesThe main active is 5% niacinamide, for a more even-looking tone and barrier support. Glutathione and extracts of papaya, sea buckthorn, acerola and rice bran add brightening and antioxidant support, while sodium hyaluronate, glycerin and squalane keep skin hydrated without heaviness. Key ingredientsNiacinamide 5%: evens tone and supports the barrierGlutathione: brightening and antioxidant supportPapaya, sea buckthorn and acerola fruit extracts: radianceSodium hyaluronate, glycerin and squalane: light hydrationBest forDark spots and uneven skin toneMarks left behind after breakoutsDull skin that wants a brighter glowNormal, combination or oily skinA first brightening step before stronger activesNot ideal ifYou react to essential oils: it contains rosemary leaf oilYou want a stronger dark-spot serum: Anua Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum adds tranexamic acidYou already use a high-strength niacinamide serum: one is usually enoughWhere it goes in your routineAfter cleansing and toner, before moisturiser, morning and evening. Pat a small amount over the whole face or onto areas with dark spots. In the morning, finish with sunscreen such as Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun. Pro tip: When you are ready for more, move up to Anua Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum. Keep one niacinamide serum at a time. What to expectSkin feels hydrated straight away and looks brighter with regular use. Dark spots and marks fade gradually and depend on steady daily use with sunscreen. Quick facts: 50 ml · Niacinamide 5% · No fragrance listed, contains rosemary leaf oil · AM and PM · AXIS-Y, made in Korea