[ DemythSkin Verdict ]

System Verdict

This is a dark-spot cleanser with decent actives trapped in a slightly harsh, fragranced base that limits both safety and real brightening payoff. Efficacy is moderate because niacinamide, glycolic acid, turmeric, and licorice are all S Tier/A Tier brightening and antioxidant ingredients, but in a rinse-off cleanser they have very short contact time and are likely used at low-to-mid concentrations, so most dark-spot benefit will be minimal compared to a leave-on serum; meanwhile the surfactant system centers on Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate and added fragrance, which prevents it from reaching top scores as a gentle daily face wash.

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