ZO Retinol Skin Brightener

$123.25 $145.00
Strength
Formulation Profile
Scored 0 to 100 on a consistent scale across our catalogue
Potency
78
Anti-Aging
85
Hydration
30
Brightening
82
Gentleness
50
Evidence
82
Formulation profile is our editorial rating based on the product's actives and formulation, scored on a consistent 0 to 100 scale across our catalogue. It reflects what the formula is built to do, not a measurement of individual results.
Description

Retinol that brightens as it renews.

Retinol Skin Brightener does two jobs at once: potent retinol smooths and renews, while melanin inhibitors and antioxidants fade the look of dark spots and even out tone. The result is brighter, smoother, more uniform skin. Choose 0.25% to start, 0.5% to step up, or 1% for experienced users.

Why it is worth it
It combines the two things that most improve aging skin, retinol resurfacing and brightening, in one step, so you treat lines and pigment together instead of layering separate products.

How it compares
For brightening without retinol, Brightalive is the gentle route. For pure texture and lines, Wrinkle + Texture Repair. This is the choice when tone and texture are both the goal.

Best for: dark spots and uneven tone alongside fine lines, in skin that tolerates retinol.
Not ideal for: sensitive skin or retinol beginners (start at 0.25%).

How to use
Apply a small amount to clean, dry skin at night. Start a few nights a week and build up. Wear sunscreen daily, since retinol increases sun sensitivity.

Directions

If you have not used retinol, begin use gradually.

Following cleansing, apply one pump to clean dry skin twice a week.

Increase use to everyday as tolerated.