Acne Essential Routine

Acne Essential Routine

Molecular Hero Dark Spot Serum with Malassezin Vitamin C Alternative

Molecular Hero Dark Spot Serum with Malassezin Vitamin C Alternative

Acne Essential Routine

Tiege Hanley

Acne Essential Routine

Serum · 50 ingredients

A proven 3-piece routine that combats mild to severe acne and replenishes your natural skin barrier.

Molecular Hero Dark Spot Serum with Malassezin Vitamin C Alternative

Mother Science

Molecular Hero Dark Spot Serum with Malassezin Vitamin C Alternative

Serum · 25 ingredients

A brightening serum formulated to target dark spots and uneven skin tone using Malassezin, a patented ingredient positioned as a vitamin C alternative for visible spot-fading. Niacinamide works alongside it to soothe, hydrate, and enhance the serum's tone-correcting effects, while Alpine Rose Extract helps improve the appearance of elasticity and reduce redness. The formula is well-suited for those dealing with dark spots, uneven texture, and early signs of aging.

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No conflicts — safe to layer

Both are Serum products.

Peptides+Hyaluronic Acid

Anti-aging hydration

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Price
$49
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$89
Key ingredients

Niacinamide

Strengthens the barrier, controls oil, and fades dark spots — gentle and plays well with almost everything.

Salicylic Acid

An oil-soluble acid that gets inside pores to clear congestion and calm breakouts.

AHA

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Peptides

Amino-acid messengers that signal collagen production for firmer, smoother skin.

Tea Tree

A botanical oil with antibacterial benefits that targets breakouts.

Squalane

A lightweight, biomimetic oil that softens without clogging pores — pairs perfectly with strong actives to offset dryness.

Aloe Vera

Cools and hydrates irritated skin.

Glycerin

The workhorse humectant — simple, effective, and exceptionally well-tolerated.

Salicylic Acid (BHA)

An oil-soluble acid that gets inside pores to clear congestion and calm breakouts.

Sodium PCA

A humectant that pulls water into the skin for plumper, more hydrated skin.

Allantoin

Calms redness and smooths texture — buffers harsh actives beautifully.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Vitamin E

An antioxidant that protects the barrier and supercharges vitamin C.

Panthenol (B5)

A barrier-repairing humectant that hydrates and calms — a sensitive-skin staple.

Gluconolactone (PHA)

A gentle, large-molecule exfoliant that smooths and hydrates — ideal for sensitive skin.

Glycolic Acid (AHA)

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Lactic Acid (AHA)

A water-soluble acid that exfoliates the surface for smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Bisabolol

A soothing ingredient that calms redness and irritation.

Niacinamide

Strengthens the barrier, controls oil, and fades dark spots — gentle and plays well with almost everything.

Glycerin

The workhorse humectant — simple, effective, and exceptionally well-tolerated.

Olive Oil Glycereth-8 Esters

A nourishing plant oil that softens skin and helps seal in moisture.

Hyaluronic Acid

Holds water in the skin for instant plumping and hydration.

Bisabolol

A soothing ingredient that calms redness and irritation.

Vitamin E

An antioxidant that protects the barrier and supercharges vitamin C.

AHA

What it targets

Hydration

Barrier

Brightening

Anti-aging

Firmness

Texture

Acne

Pores

Oil control

Soothing

Antioxidant

Healing

Hydration

Barrier

Brightening

Pores

Oil control

Soothing

Antioxidant