There’s a better way to approach beauty than concealing imperfections. Give your bare skin the boost it needs to shine on its own with this upgraded take on a skincare favorite
Your skin is no different from a precious artwork. From laugh lines to beauty marks, every inch of your face paints a vivid image of how you live your life. It is for this exact reason that you should take pride in it. However, minor imperfections may deter you from flaunting your bare skin, and you may opt to use makeup to attain your definition of perfection. That said, there’s a better way to achieve beauty than through foundations and color correctors, and it starts with your skincare routine. With this, let’s delve into common skin concerns, and how you can correct them with the Clinique Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Clearing Serum.
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Sun-kissed Can Also Mean Sun Damaged
Filipina skin often looks like it’s been kissed by the sun itself. However, the same sun that can give our skin a tropical glow can also be the culprit behind its dullness. Sunlight tends to shine brighter in our part of the world, which exposes the skin to harmful ultraviolet rays. Without proper protection, this can cause sun spots, inflammation, and damage. It also damages the skin cells and reduces the skin’s elasticity—leading to an aged, dull, and tired complexion.
Blame it on the Humidity
Apart from these, the Philippines’ climate also impacts your skin type and condition. Too much humidity in the environment can trigger excessive sebum production, which may lead to acne breakouts and acne scars. Putting on makeup when you’re dealing with these concerns can easily aggravate your condition.
Even Better Than Makeup
Even the most reliable skincare solutions get better over time, and Clinique just came out with an improved formula for its best-selling serum—the Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Serum.
A potent combination of various active ingredients, it uses Vitamin C—an antioxidant that brightens and evens out skin tone—and niacinamide to strengthen the skin barrier and reduce dark spots and post-acne scars. It also has salicylic acid and pure glucosamine, which gently exfoliate dead skin cells for a smoother appearance.
What truly sets it apart is how it’s formulated with UP302, a brightening molecule. It mimics the properties of the dianella ensifolia, a medicinal plant. Various soothing and anti-inflammatory ingredients were also added, like licorice and gyokuro green tea extracts. This lends itself to a gentle but powerful formula that works wonders, even on sensitive skin.
The best part about this serum is how lightweight it is—making it perfect for both daytime and nighttime use. All you need is one to two pumps of the serum, spread evenly all over the face and neck. When layered with the Clinique Even Better Brightening Aqua Gel + Anti-Pollution Primer SPF 45/PA+++, you can achieve a visibly flawless and healthy complexion—with or without makeup on.
You are a work of art, and you deserve the best products that cater to your needs. The Clinique Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Serum goes beyond maintaining your radiance, it also empowers you to embrace your skin’s beauty—helping you achieve your full potential.
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