Want it all when it comes to brightening serums? Here are our top picks for radiance-enhancing elixirs that diminish spots, improve skin clarity, seal in moisture and strengthen skin for a smooth, healthy and luminous mien.
By Joyce Cheo
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GenOptics Aura Face Essence, $199 for 30ml, SK-II
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Combats pigmentation on skin's surface as well as melanin clusters lurking beneath for a translucent glow.
White Plus Tri Intensive Brightening Serum, $130 for 30ml, Clarins
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Contains Acerola fruit extract to regulate melanin synthesis and transfer in the epidermis for a more even-toned complexion.
Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution, $92, Kiehl's
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This combines vitamin C derivative with botanical extracts to improve skin clarity and also target fine lines.
Concentrated Brightening Serum, $260, Cle de Peau Beaute
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Formulated with 4MSK and the brand's Illuminating Complex EX, this silky serum is a potent brightening, moisturising and retexturising weapon to add to your beauty arsenal.
Dior Prestige White Light-In Nectar, $570, Dior
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This luxurious serum contains precious extracts of Dior roses to improve skin's luminosity and clarity for a lit-from-within glow.
Le Blanc Serum Healthy Light Creator, $186, Chanel
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Replenish skin lipids and reduce dark spot intensity with this combination of ume flower extract, its proprietary TXC molecule, pearl protein and nourishing oil.
Brighten My Day Essence, $90 for 30ml, Philosophy
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Supercharged with niacinamide, spot-busting actives and soothing ingredients, this gently targets spots without aggravating skin.
Snowise Brightening Serum, $268 for 50ml, Sulwhasoo
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Inspired by traditional Korean medicine, this uses prized White Ginseng extracts to combat skin dullness and spots for an enviable radiance.
déalia Lumière Illuminating Moisture Essence, $75, Vichy
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This gel-like serum harnesses the antioxidant properties of peony root to combat the effects of UV and pollution on skin cells, and promote blood circulation, bringing about a healthier complexion.
Illuminating Complex, $134, IDS
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This reduces discolouration without hydroquinone (a chemical often used in brightening products that, while efficacious, is likely to cause skin irritation) but instead, contains moisture-binding ingredients to boost hydration and strengthen skin’s protective barrier.