Phyto A+ Brightening

Brand price

USD 115.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

Key Ingredients

• Face oil1

  An oil formulated to be used on the face.

  Squalane

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Alpha arbutin1

  A gentler glycosylated relative of hydroquinone.

  Alpha-Arbutin

• Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1

  Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.

  Polysorbate 60

• Azelaic acid1

  Works on acne, redness and pigmentation at once.

  Azelaic Acid

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Lactic Acid

• Lactic acid1

  An AHA that also acts as a humectant.

  Lactic Acid

• Hyaluronic acid1

  Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.

  Sodium Hyaluronate

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

Benefits

• Hydrating7

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair10

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Caprylyl Glycol, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Isononyl Isononanoate, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol, Silica Silylate, Squalane, Tocopherol

• Redness Reducing2

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Azelaic Acid, Niacinamide

• Smoothing8

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Caprylyl Glycol, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Isononyl Isononanoate, Lactic Acid, Niacinamide, Silica Silylate, Squalane

• Brightening4

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Alpha-Arbutin, Lactic Acid, Morus Alba Root Extract, Niacinamide

• Dark Spots4

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Alpha-Arbutin, Azelaic Acid, Morus Alba Root Extract, Niacinamide

• Even Tone4

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Alpha-Arbutin, Azelaic Acid, Morus Alba Root Extract, Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting2

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Azelaic Acid, Niacinamide

• Oil Control2

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Niacinamide

• Pore Refining2

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Niacinamide

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Lactic Acid

• Antioxidant3

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Alpha-Arbutin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopherol

• Anti-Pollution4

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Alpha-Arbutin, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne2

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin1

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Squalane

• May Worsen Irritation8

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Citronellol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Linalool, Parfum, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema6

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Citronellol, Linalool, Parfum

• May Worsen Rosacea5

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Benzoate, Citronellol, Linalool, Parfum

Dupes

• La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Water Gel Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid64% match
• La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermallergo Night Moisturizer63% match
• First Aid Beauty Hydrating Dewy Gel Cream Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid + Ceramides63% match
• La Roche-Posay Effaclar Supramolecular Oil & Pores Correct Mattifying Moisturizer61% match