An effective retinol blend that reduces the appearance of uneven skin tone and age spots, and provides antioxidant protection for a brighter skin tone.
Available in 0.25%, 0.5% and 1% Retinol.
This product is part of the limited-edition, exclusive, ZO Hydrated for the Holidays box
50 mL / 1.7 fl oz.
Formerly known as Brightenex™ and Brightamax™
ZO Retinol Skin Brightener
ZO Retinol Skin Brightener is bioengineered to target all three stages of skin discolouration through a patented, bio-vectored, microsphere delivery system. It is formulated to even skin colour and tone and recommended as a first course in treating hyperpigmentation
Synergistic Retinol Formulation
A blend of potent retinol (0.25%, 0.5% or 1.0%), melanin inhibitors and antioxidants are released to rapidly brighten and even skin tone quality. Additionally, this comprehensive multi-action formulation minimizes skin redness caused by environmental factors and helps maintain an even and restored skin tone.
Key Benefits of ZO Retinol Skin Brightener
- Breaks up existing pigmentation and rapidly brightens skin tone
- Helps inhibit new melanin
- Serves as non-hydroquinone alternative or maintenance following Rx treatment (prescription/clinic treatments)
- Provides antioxidant protection to defend the skin against environmental stressors and helps support the repair of the skin
Key Ingredients
- High potency retinol and ascorbic acid-2 glucoside: Breaks up existing pigmentation and increases cell turnover to rapidly brighten and even skin tone
- Glutathione, soy isoflavones and n-acetyl glucosamine: Prevents new age spots and uneven colour
- Stachys officianalis: Helps block melanin production by blocking messengers triggering melanogenesis
- Vitamins C and E: Provides antioxidant properties
ZO 0.25% Retinol Skin Brightener Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oleosomes, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Steareth-20, Cetyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Acetyl Glucosamine, Cetearyl Glucoside, Lecithin, Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer, Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Glutathione, Nylon-12, Polysorbate 20, Retinol, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyisobutene, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Maltodextrin, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Stachys Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Coumarin, Citronellol, Citral, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Soy Isoflavones, Beta-Carotene, BHT, BHA, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Sulfite.
ZO 0.5% Retinol Skin Brightener Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oleosomes, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Steareth-20, Cetyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Acetyl Glucosamine, Cetearyl Glucoside, Polysorbate 20, Lecithin, Retinol, Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer, Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Glutathione, Nylon-12, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyisobutene, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Maltodextrin, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Stachys Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Coumarin, Citronellol, Citral, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Soy Isoflavones, Beta-Carotene, BHT, BHA, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Sulfite.
ZO 1% Retinol Skin Brightener Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oleosomes, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Steareth-20, Cetyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Polysorbate 20, Retinol, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Acetyl Glucosamine, Cetearyl Glucoside, Lecithin, Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer, Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Glutathione, Nylon-12, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyisobutene, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Maltodextrin, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Stachys Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Coumarin, Citronellol, Citral, Zea Mays (Corn) Oil, Soy Isoflavones, Beta-Carotene, BHT, BHA, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Sulfite.
Directions PM
Use 4 pumps evenly on face and other areas twice a day. Use less frequently to build tolerance if a burning sensation occurs.
If you are new to ZO Retinol, we recommend starting with the 0.25% Retinol and slowly build up a tolerance.
Warnings
For external use only. Do not use if pregnant or lactating. Dryness, irritation and exfoliating will be seen during the first week of use. If rash or irritation develops and persists, stop use and consult a physician. Keep out of eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with cool water.
Sunburn Alert
This product may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using the product and for a week afterwards. Keep out of reach of children.
Zo Skin health has helped a lot with lightening up my malasma 😁👍
So great to hear you are noticing real changes!
I am obsessed with Zo products. They’re retinol is really effective and a little bit goes a long way. I started off using it once every few days to ensure I could get used to it without drying my skin out too much. I purchased the 1 percent but as I’m only in my 40’s I think a smaller percentage would have been wiser. Next time.
HI Melissa,
Yes this is a great product. It is important that we gently introduce retinol to the skin. I believe that using a daily dose of lower % will benefit the skin as much if not better than jumping in to too strong a dosage. You could do .5% for a few months, Then gradually introduce the 1% a few times a week till you transition to 1% daily. Keep on moisturizing.
It diminishes the appearance of my freckles and some brown spots really well. Couldn’t be happier!
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