Lumiwise Brightening Essence Emulsion

Brand price

USD 95.00 · checked 26 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

• Vitamin C derivative (stable)1

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

• Retinoid1

  Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

  Retinol

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

• Vitamin C1

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

Benefits

• Hydrating9

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycerin, Mannitol, Propanediol, Squalane, Tocopherol, Trehalose

• Barrier Repair13

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Arachidyl Alcohol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Behenyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycine Soja Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Squalane, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation1

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

• Redness Reducing1

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Niacinamide

• Anti-Aging1

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Retinol

• Firming1

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Retinol

• Smoothing11

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Arachidyl Alcohol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Behenyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycine Soja Oil, Niacinamide, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Retinol, Squalane

• Brightening3

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Niacinamide

• Dark Spots3

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Niacinamide, Retinol

• Even Tone1

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting2

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide, Retinol

• Oil Control2

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Niacinamide, Retinol

• Pore Refining2

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide, Retinol

• Antioxidant2

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Tocopherol

• Anti-Pollution5

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne2

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis11

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Behenyl Alcohol, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, C14-22 Alcohols, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycine Soja Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin3

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Glycine Soja Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Squalane

• May Worsen Irritation7

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Citral, Citronellol, Fragrance, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema6

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Citral, Citronellol, Fragrance, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool

• May Worsen Rosacea6

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Citral, Citronellol, Fragrance, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool

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