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Botanical Brightening Serum

A botanical brightening serum with Bidens Pilosa, rosehip, and lactic acid that fades dark spots, evens skin tone, and restores radiance.

48,00 

30 ml / 1.0 fl oz

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SKIN TYPE

Mature, Normal (Balanced), Combination (oily/normal), Oily

BENEFITS

Dark Spot Fading, Even Skin Tone, Radiance Restoration, Cell Renewal, Antioxidant Defence, Deep Hydration, Texture Refinement

INGREDIENTS

Bidens Pilosa Extract, Rosehip Fruit Oil, Lactic Acid, Sea Buckthorn Fruit Extract, Rose Myrtle Fruit Extract, Dual Hyaluronic Acid

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PAIRS PERFECTLY WITH

Radiance+ Botanical Retinol Oil
Radiance+ Botanical Retinol Oil
53,00 

Botanical Brightening Serum is an active brightening serum for skin with hyperpigmentation, dark spots, uneven tone, and dullness. Formulated on an organic aloe base, it delivers three distinct brightening mechanisms in one lightweight formula.

Bidens Pilosa Extract, a clinically studied plant active, inhibits tyrosinase — the enzyme responsible for excess melanin production — directly targeting the biological cause of dark spots and uneven pigmentation. Rosehip Fruit Oil contributes natural trans-retinoic acid that accelerates cell turnover and brings fresher, more even skin to the surface. Lactic acid refines skin texture and supports renewal by gently loosening the bonds between dead skin cells. Sea buckthorn and Rose Myrtle Fruit Extract add concentrated antioxidants that protect against the oxidative damage that causes new pigmentation to form. Dual hyaluronic acid restores and retains moisture at different skin depths throughout the process.

No synthetic fragrance. No silicones. No mineral oil. No harsh preservatives.

Best for: Normal, combination, and oily skin with dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and uneven tone

Certified COSMOS Natural by ECOCERT, meeting strict international standards for natural-origin skincare and ingredient safety.

Good To Know

COSMOS Natural, RootsGuard Clean Standard™, Vegan

Natural origin of total  —

99%

Skin Concerns 

Anti-Aging, Dark Spots, Dullness / Lack of Radiance, Pigmentation / Uneven Skin Tone, Sun Damage, Wrinkles/Fine Lines

Target Area

Face, Neck/Decollete

Botanical Brightening Serum is an active brightening serum for skin with hyperpigmentation, dark spots, uneven tone, and dullness. Formulated on an organic aloe base, it delivers three distinct brightening mechanisms in one lightweight formula.

Bidens Pilosa Extract, a clinically studied plant active, inhibits tyrosinase — the enzyme responsible for excess melanin production — directly targeting the biological cause of dark spots and uneven pigmentation. Rosehip Fruit Oil contributes natural trans-retinoic acid that accelerates cell turnover and brings fresher, more even skin to the surface. Lactic acid refines skin texture and supports renewal by gently loosening the bonds between dead skin cells. Sea buckthorn and Rose Myrtle Fruit Extract add concentrated antioxidants that protect against the oxidative damage that causes new pigmentation to form. Dual hyaluronic acid restores and retains moisture at different skin depths throughout the process.

No synthetic fragrance. No silicones. No mineral oil. No harsh preservatives.

Best for: Normal, combination, and oily skin with dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and uneven tone

Certified COSMOS Natural by ECOCERT, meeting strict international standards for natural-origin skincare and ingredient safety.

Good To Know

COSMOS Natural, RootsGuard Clean Standard™, Vegan

Natural origin of total  —

99%

Skin Concerns 

Anti-Aging, Dark Spots, Dullness / Lack of Radiance, Pigmentation / Uneven Skin Tone, Sun Damage, Wrinkles/Fine Lines

Target Area

Face, Neck/Decollete

BENEFITS

Dark Spot Fading Bidens Pilosa Extract inhibits tyrosinase activity, reducing excess melanin production at the source. Targets existing dark spots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and sun damage with consistent use.

Even Skin Tone Three complementary mechanisms — tyrosinase inhibition, trans-retinoic acid cell renewal, and lactic acid exfoliation, work simultaneously to even out discolouration and improve overall skin tone consistency.

Radiance Restoration Sea buckthorn carotenoids and Rose Myrtle anthocyanins neutralise the oxidative damage that causes dullness, restoring visible luminosity alongside the active brightening work.

Cell Renewal Rosehip trans-retinoic acid and lactic acid accelerate the skin’s natural cell turnover cycle, bringing fresher and more even skin to the surface faster than the skin’s unassisted renewal rate.

Texture Refinement Lactic acid gently loosens dead skin cell bonds, smoothing surface texture and reducing the roughness that makes uneven tone more visible.

Deep Hydration — dual hyaluronic acid restores moisture at different skin depths, keeping skin plump and resilient throughout the brightening process.

Barrier Support — murumuru seed butter, flaxseed oil, and mango seed butter nourish and protect the barrier while active ingredients work on pigmentation.

Antioxidant Protection — tocopherol, sea buckthorn, and Rose Myrtle form a triple antioxidant shield against new pigmentation triggered by daily UV and pollution exposure.

MADE FOR

Botanical Brightening Serum is for skin that struggles with dark spots, post-inflammatory marks, sun damage, and uneven tone that no moisturiser alone can address. Effective for normal, combination, and oily skin at any age where brightening and pigmentation correction are the primary concern. Suitable for dry skin seeking active brightening without heaviness.

Skin Concerns

Anti-Aging, Dark Spots, Dullness / Lack of Radiance, Pigmentation / Uneven Skin Tone, Sun Damage, Wrinkles/Fine Lines

Product Goal Benefits

Anti-aging & Regenerating, Brighten & Even Tone, Exfoliation & Renewal, Glowing / Radiant Skin, Refresh/Revive Tired/dull look, Smooth Fine Lines & Wrinkles
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice➀, Glycerin➁, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil➀, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil, Isoamyl Laurate, Bidens Pilosa Extract, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Parfum/Fragrance, Cellulose, Aqua/Water, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Extract➀, Lactic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa (Rose Myrtle) Fruit Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil➀, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter➀, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Phytate, Octyldodecanol, Tocopherol, Geraniol➂, Citronellol➂, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Linalool➂, Citral➂

➀Ingredients from organic Farming
➁Made using organic ingredients
➂From natural essential oils

How to Use

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Apply a small amount to clean face and neck. Press gently into skin before face oil and moisturiser. Use morning and/or evening. Always follow with SPF 30 or higher.

OUR ESTHETICIAN'S TIP

Bidens Pilosa and lactic acid both work through consistent daily use, results on dark spots and uneven tone build over 6 to 8 weeks, not overnight. Apply this serum before any oil or cream so the actives reach the skin directly without a barrier blocking them. Always follow with SPF — lactic acid increases photosensitivity and unprotected sun exposure will reverse the brightening results this serum delivers. Pair with Radiance+ Botanical Retinol Oil for a complete botanical brightening and renewal routine.
Key Actives

Public data Clinical results

up to Tyrosinase inhibitor
evens skin tone Bidens Pilosa Extract
up to 40%
reduction in hyperpigmentation Rosehip Fruit Oil
Gentle exfoliator Lactic Acid
up to 190× vit. C
radiance and luminosity Sea Buckthorn Fruit Extract
antioxidant Rose Myrtle Fruit Extract
up to 40%
skin hydration Dual Hyaluronic Acid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Botanical Brightening Serum effective for dark spots and hyperpigmentation?

The formula uses three distinct brightening mechanisms simultaneously. Bidens Pilosa Extract inhibits tyrosinase, the enzyme responsible for excess melanin production in dark spots. Rosehip trans-retinoic acid accelerates cell turnover to bring even skin to the surface. Lactic acid refines texture and enhances active penetration. Together they address hyperpigmentation at the source, at the cellular level, and at the surface.

Skin texture and radiance typically improve within 2 to 3 weeks of consistent use. Visible reduction in dark spots and hyperpigmentation becomes noticeable after 6 to 8 weeks. Post-inflammatory marks and sun damage require consistent daily use over 10 to 12 weeks for significant visible improvement. Results depend on the depth and age of existing pigmentation.

Yes, SPF is mandatory. The formula contains lactic acid, an AHA that increases skin photosensitivity. Without SPF, sun exposure will trigger new melanin production and reverse the brightening results the serum delivers. Always apply SPF 30 or higher after this serum in the morning.

Yes. The lightweight emulsion base absorbs fully without grease or residue. The formula contains non-comedogenic jojoba and lightweight esters that suit oily and combination skin without congesting pores. Lactic acid also helps regulate surface texture and excess buildup common in oily skin types.

Bidens Pilosa is a plant extract with published clinical studies documenting its ability to inhibit tyrosinase — the key enzyme in melanin synthesis. By reducing tyrosinase activity, it prevents excess melanin from forming in the first place, making it effective for both fading existing dark spots and preventing new ones from developing.

Yes. They are designed to work together. Apply Botanical Brightening Serum first at Step 3, then Radiance+ Botanical Retinol Oil at Step 4. The serum targets pigmentation and refines texture. The oil adds Bakuchiol renewal, firmness, and deeper antioxidant protection. Together they form the most complete natural brightening and anti-ageing routine in the RootsGuard range.

Yes. COSMOS Natural certified by ECOCERT. All marked ingredients are from organic farming or made using organic ingredients. No synthetic fragrance, silicones, mineral oil, parabens, or harsh preservatives. Not recommended for rosacea or fragrance-sensitive skin.

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