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Brightening Essence


Brightening Essence

What it is:A fresh, light antiaging serum proven to boost radiance and fight dark spots.What it is formulated to do:This concentrated serum visibly preserves youth and brightens skin, smoothing, firming, toning, and lightening the complexion for a gorgeous glow. The complex combines a bevy of powerful ingredients; organic immortelle essential oil, concentrated in time released micro capsules, offers long-lasting antiwrinkle, anti-free-radical, and firming effects; bellis perennis brightening extract, combined with a vitamin C derivative, makes the complexion uniform and more radiant; gaulterie leaf extract stimulates the natural exfoliation of cells and refines skin texture; allanto ne, a chamomile extract, soothes and moisturizes.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Phthalates- TriclosanWhat else you need to know:Immortelle grows abundantly on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and has an exceptionally long life. Immortelle flowers produce an essential oil that boosts collagen synthesis and stimulates cutaneous microcirculation to enhance cell renewal. Bellis perennis, the daisy flower, opens its petals each day with the sunrise, and closes them at dusk. Its flower offers a brightening extract that contributes to reduced melanin synthesis.Research Results:In a satisfaction test conducted on 30 women after 4 weeks of use:- 78 reported that their greater complexion clarity.- 80 reported smoother, more soothed skin.In effectiveness tests conducted on 30 women after 8 weeks:- Dark-spot size was reduced by 15 .- Radiance of the complexion increased by15 (evaluation by clinical scoring).In a satisfaction test conducted on 30 women after 4 weeks of use:-78 reported that their greater complexion clarity.-80 reported smoother, more soothed skin.In effectiveness tests conducted on 30 women after 8 weeks:-Dark-spot size was reduced by 15 .-Radiance of the complexion increased by15 (evaluation by clinical scoring).
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Questions & Answers for L'Occitane Brightening Essence

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Is this producet oil free
I have oily skin and can only use oil free products
asked 2 years, 7 months ago
Anonymous
(Augusta,Ga)
on Brightening Essence
4 answers
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answer 1
I have combination skin (oily t-zone) and pores clog easily. I've not had any problems with this product. Not sure whether the ingredients are officially oil-free, but I've had only great results with this (and I'm not one who can use products that contain oil).
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
mad4product
(Westmont, NJ)
answer 2
I have combination skin and have no problems with this serum. It absorbs quickly and no oily consistency.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
nargnot
answer 3
I have combination/oily skin and although this serum is not oil-free you won't even feel it. It momentarily absorbs into your skin and leaves no residue. It's non-comedogenic, so it won't clog your pores. I think it actually helps my pores stay clean.
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
elkas
(California)
answer 4
yes, its oil free, and not greasy whatsoever.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
xinhdeptremai
(northport,al)
Question
acne
is this ok for oily and acne prone skin?
asked 2 years, 9 months ago
bengalgirl
(Santa Fe, NM)
on Brightening Essence
4 answers
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answer 1
it is suitable for oily and acne-prone skin. It did not cause any problems for me in that sense. Non-comedogenic as well which is great.
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
elkas
(California)
answer 2
This product left a sheen and smelled awful. I would avoid.
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
preleste
(St. Louis, MO)
answer 3
it's a very lightweight serum, not oily at all, i think it will help people with acne.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
xinhdeptremai
(northport,al)
answer 4
Yes! I have very oily and acne prone skin, and it has not affected my skin negatively at all. It is not greasy, it is very light and fresh.
answered 2 years, 8 months ago
sharrk
(Metro Washington DC)
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Will this product ligthen the whole face or just dark areas
Does this product work like a natural hydroquinone product (bleaching anything) or does it just lighten areas that are over pigmented?
asked 2 years, 7 months ago
muppet24
on Brightening Essence
4 answers
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answer 1
Not sure how much this will do on dark spots. I'm using for overall brightening (my skin's a bit dull lately), and this is giving me a that lit from within brightness I had in my youth. Haven't noticed any lightening of my freckles.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
mad4product
(Westmont, NJ)
answer 2
I believe you can use this all over your face as I have and it brightens my complexion. It's not concentrated to cause irritation or only to be used on a spot.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
nargnot
answer 3
Seems to just target spots that need brightening
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
pepper7
(Medford, OR)
answer 4
I think this product just even out the whole face, not just the dark spots. good for people who wish to have a more radiance skin tone.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
xinhdeptremai
(northport,al)
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Safety
Is this product safe to be used during pregnancy ?
asked 1 year, 5 months ago
himalayas
(Santa Clara)
on Brightening Essence
1 answer
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answer 1
If you are pregnant, we ask that you please consult with your physician before considering new products. If you need more information regarding ingredients or use, please call us at 1-877-SEPHORA to speak with a Beauty Advisor. Thanks!
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answered 1 year, 5 months ago
1877SEPHORA
(San Francisco, CA)
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Is this oil-free?
I'm using pro-activ right now and the lady said I can't use oil based products in conjunction with the pro-activ. Does anyone know if this is oil-free? Thanks!
asked 1 year, 5 months ago
jenniexo
on Brightening Essence
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