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Advanced Dark Spots Serum

Categories: Brightening, Serums

$49.99

Gentle Tone Corrector Serum. Clears hyperpigmentation and post-acne marks with Tranexamic Acid + Arbutin + Hexylresorcinol. 30 ml / 1 fl.oz.

Free delivery in Canada and the US on orders over $100
Buy now, pay later available at checkout
Fragrance-free, no parabens, no drying alcohols
Formulated and made in Canada. Arrives damaged or incorrect? Email us within 7 days.

Gentle Tone Corrector Serum

Clears hyperpigmentation and post-acne marks with Tranexamic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin and Hexylresorcinol. Formulated to correct uneven tone while staying gentle on the skin barrier, and made with melanin-rich skin in mind.

Direction: Apply serum directly to affected areas and massage in with your fingertips. Use morning and night before applying moisturizer.

Ingredients: Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Tranexamic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Alpha-Arbutin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Protease, Betaine, Hexylresorcinol, Panthenol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Beta-Glucan, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Fructan, Ethylhexylglycerin.

Size: 30 ml / 1 fl.oz.

Distributed by DYNAMITE EMPIRE LTD., Toronto, ON, M5B 0C3. Made in Canada. www.lalumea.com

What is doing the work

Vitamin C 15%, kept stable

Most vitamin C serums lose potency in the bottle. This one is built around a stable form and two partners whose job is to keep it working.

Vitamin C 15%

3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, a stable derivative that brightens and defends against daily environmental stress.

Phloretin

An antioxidant that holds the vitamin C steady rather than letting it oxidise on the shelf.

Ferulic Acid

Extends how long the antioxidant blend keeps performing once it is on the skin.

Centella and Panthenol

Carry the actives in a base that supports the barrier instead of stripping it.

What is doing the work

Three actives for uneven tone

Pigment forms through more than one route, so this serum works on more than one. Formulated with melanin-rich skin in mind.

Tranexamic Acid

Interrupts the signal that tells skin to produce excess pigment in the first place.

Alpha-Arbutin

Works on marks already there, gradually and without the harshness of older brighteners.

Hexylresorcinol

Targets stubborn discolouration and post-acne marks that outlast everything else.

Centella and Hyaluronic Acid

Calm and hydrate, so daily use on sensitive areas stays comfortable.

How to use it

Ninety seconds, twice a day

A routine you will still be doing in week eight is the one that works.

Cleanse

Wash and pat dry, leaving skin slightly damp. Serum absorbs better before the surface fully dries, and you will use less of it.

Two to three pumps

Dispense into your palm and massage evenly over face, neck and chest. Mornings, after cleansing.

Moisturise, then SPF

Seal it in, then broad-spectrum sunscreen without exception. Vitamin C and daily SPF work as a pair.

Cleanse

Wash and pat dry. Work on clean skin so nothing sits between the actives and the marks you are treating.

Press into the marks

Apply directly to affected areas and massage in with your fingertips, morning and night. Press rather than drag.

Moisturise, then SPF

Follow with moisturiser, and sunscreen every morning. Without it, pigment returns about as fast as it clears.

What to expect

Your first eight weeks

Brightening is cumulative, not immediate. Here is how the formula is designed to build.

Week 1 to 2

The barrier settles first

Before any change in tone, skin should simply feel more comfortable. Panthenol, centella and glycerin do that work while the actives get going underneath.

Week 3 to 5

Dullness lifts

Overall clarity usually shifts before individual marks do. The surface reads brighter and more even, even though specific spots are still fading.

Week 6 to 8

Marks soften

Post-acne marks and sun spots fade gradually with daily use. This is the stage where consistency matters most, and where sunscreen decides whether the progress holds.

Timings describe how the formula is designed to work with consistent daily use. Individual results vary with skin type, sun exposure and routine.

What we commit to

Shipped from Canada

Free delivery in Canada and the US on orders over $100, flat $10 below that. Processed in 1 to 5 business days.

The full ingredient list

Every INCI is published on this page before you buy, with each active named at the strength it is used.

Damaged or incorrect

These are skincare formulations, so all sales are final. If an order arrives damaged or wrong, email us within 7 days and we will put it right.

Questions

Before you buy

Which serum should I start with?

If your main concern is dullness and daily environmental stress, start with the Advanced Vitamin C Power Serum in the morning. If it is post-acne marks or uneven tone, start with the Advanced Dark Spots Serum, used morning and night on the areas you are treating. Either works on its own.

Can I use both serums together?

Yes. Vitamin C goes on after cleansing in the morning, two to three pumps over face, neck and chest. The Dark Spots Serum is pressed directly into the marks you are treating, morning and night, before moisturiser.

How long before I see a difference?

Brightening is cumulative rather than immediate. Both formulas are made for daily use over a period of weeks. How quickly you notice a change depends on your skin, your sun exposure and how consistent you are.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

Both serums are fragrance-free and contain no parabens or drying alcohols, which are common sources of irritation. As with any new active, patch test on your inner forearm for a few days first. The full ingredient list is published on this page.

Do I still need sunscreen?

Yes, and it matters more than usual with brightening actives. Without daily broad-spectrum SPF, pigment returns roughly as fast as these ingredients clear it.

What does delivery cost?

Canada and the United States: flat $10, free on orders over $100. International: flat $25, free over $200. Orders are processed in 1 to 5 business days, then 3 to 5 days for delivery in Canada and the US, and 5 to 10 days internationally.

Can I return a serum?

Because these are skincare formulations applied directly to the skin, all sales are final and we cannot accept returns, exchanges or refunds. If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, email info@lalumea.com within 7 days of delivery with your order number and a photo, and we will put it right.