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CLARIYA Targeted Dark Spot Serum — 1% Kojic Acid

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1% Kojic Acid · Targeted care for post-blemish marks, dark spots and uneven tone

$47.90

15 ml / 0.51 fl oz

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What to expect: Most people notice a visible difference from 8–12 weeks of consistent nightly use.

  • Helps fade the look of dark spots
  • Promotes a more even-looking tone
  • Gentle on all skin tones
  • 1% Kojic Acid
Key benefits
  • Helps fade the look of post-blemish marks and dark spotsTargets the appearance of pigmentation left by past breakouts and sun exposure.
  • 1% kojic acid — the well-published concentrationFormulated at the level used in the majority of peer-reviewed research.
  • Gentle on all skin tones, including deeper complexionsNo high-strength acids that risk post-inflammatory pigmentation.
How to use
  1. 1. Cleanse and pat skin dry.
  2. 2. Apply a small amount directly onto areas of pigmentation, evening only.
  3. 3. Follow with moisturizer. In the morning, always finish with SPF 30+ — this is non-negotiable.
Ingredients

Hero actives: 1% Kojic Acid.

Full INCI: Aqua, Kojic Acid, Sodium PCA, Betaine, Ascorbyl Palmitate (natural Vitamin C), Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea-Buckthorn) Fruit Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Propanediol, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol.

Delivery & returns
  • Every order ships tracked. Delivery options and costs are shown at checkout, based on your address and order value.
  • 30-day returns on unopened items in their original seal.
  • Damaged or faulty on arrival? We’ll refund or replace and cover return shipping.
Results timeline
  • Weeks 1–2: skin feels comfortable, calmer and more even in tone.
  • Weeks 6–12: with daily use — including SPF 30+ every morning — the appearance of dark spots and post-blemish marks may soften. Results vary; consistency matters more than speed.
FAQ

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes. The formula is dermatologically tested. If your skin is reactive, patch test first and introduce the serum every other evening for the first two weeks before moving to nightly use.

How long until I see results?

A brighter, more even complexion is typically visible from around 4 weeks. Visible fading of dark spots and post-blemish marks is generally reported from 8 weeks with consistent daily use — including daily SPF.

Is it suitable for darker skin tones?

Yes. The formula is built around 1% kojic acid, supported by Sodium PCA, Betaine, natural Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Palmitate), Vitamin E, sea-buckthorn and rosemary — a gentle blend that suits all skin tones, including Fitzpatrick IV to VI, without high-strength acids that can risk post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Can I use it with retinol?

Yes, but alternate the nights. Use the Dark Spot Serum on evenings when you're not using retinol. Once your skin is happy, some people layer them: serum first on clean skin, retinol after a few minutes.

Do I need SPF?

Absolutely. Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ every morning is the single most important step — pigmentation returns without sun protection. Kojic acid can also increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight, so daily sunscreen is essential while using the serum.

How is it delivered?

Every order ships tracked. Delivery options and costs are shown at checkout, based on your address and order value.

What if it's not right for me?

You have 30 days from delivery to return any unopened product in its original seal for a full refund. For hygiene and safety reasons we're unable to accept skincare that has been opened or unsealed — the same standard applied across the industry, and the reason every CLARIYA product arrives sealed. If anything arrives damaged, faulty or not what you ordered, we'll replace it or refund you in full within 30 days and we cover return shipping. And if a formula causes an adverse reaction, contact us — we'll look after you individually, even if the product has been opened.

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Before & After

Real results take real weeks.

Before and after — twelve weeks of consistent use.
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“Used it consistently for a little over 8 weeks and the old acne marks on my cheeks have faded a ton. My skin actually looks even for the first time in years.”

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“I can finally leave the house without covering everything in foundation. That alone is worth it.”

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“Wanted my skin to look better before senior year photos and it genuinely worked. Took about 6 weeks before I noticed a real change, but now my skin looks so much clearer.”

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“I'd basically given up. After two months my hyperpigmentation is dramatically lighter and my tone looks so much more even. I keep catching myself in the mirror.”

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“The redness and peeling I'd been dealing with for months has calmed down completely. My skin feels smooth again and looks a lot healthier.”

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“Small improvements every week. Nothing dramatic overnight, but around the 6 week mark I looked back at old photos and couldn't believe the difference.”

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“I stuck with it for about 6 weeks and it actually worked. The acne marks faded and my skin finally looks clean again. Definitely worth it.”

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“My breakouts are way less frequent now and the marks left behind are slowly disappearing. My complexion looks brighter overall.”

Before and after — twelve weeks of consistent use.
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“Feel comfortable being in photos again. My skin looks cleaner, more even, and I'm not constantly editing myself out of group pics anymore.”

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“Took a solid two months of using it every morning and night, but my confidence is finally back. Don't feel like I have to hide my face anymore.”

About · The Science

A closer look.

A hand with even-toned skin holding the white CLARIYA Targeted Dark Spot Serum bottle against soft oatmeal knit fabric.

The concern

For marks that outstay their welcome.

Post-blemish marks, sun spots and uneven tone are the shadows left behind long after a breakout has healed. This serum was formulated to help soften their appearance — gradually, over weeks, without the harshness of high-strength acids.

  • Targets the look of post-blemish marks and dark spots
  • Promotes a more even, radiant-looking complexion
  • Gentle on all skin tones, including deeper complexions
Overhead flat-lay of the CLARIYA serum bottle beside a glass dish of peach serum, koji rice grains, a rosemary sprig and sea-buckthorn berries on a warm peach background.

The active

1% Kojic Acid — the well-published concentration.

Kojic acid is one of the most studied brightening actives in cosmetic science. We formulate at 1% — the concentration used across the majority of peer-reviewed research — supported by Vitamin C, Vitamin E, sea-buckthorn and rosemary for gentle daily use.

  • 1% Kojic Acid at a well-tolerated level
  • Ascorbyl Palmitate (natural Vitamin C) for radiance
  • Vitamin E and sea-buckthorn to support the barrier
Macro close-up of the peach-to-apricot creamy CLARIYA serum swiped on a soft surface, with the bottle softly blurred behind.

The texture

A peach-to-apricot creamy satin that melts in.

A lightly opaque, warm peach-to-apricot serum with a creamy satin feel. It smooths on softly, sinks in without stickiness and layers cleanly under moisturizer — no pilling, no residue. A quiet step in an evening routine.

  • Absorbs cleanly, never greasy
  • Layers cleanly under moisturizer
  • Creamy satin finish, never sticky

How to use

Four simple steps.

  1. 01

    Cleanse

    Start on clean, dry skin, morning or evening.

  2. 02

    Apply

    One or two drops directly onto dark spots and marks. A little goes a long way.

  3. 03

    Moisturize

    Follow with your moisturizer to seal it in.

  4. 04

    Protect

    SPF every morning, without exception. UV undoes the work.

Morning — non-negotiable

Daily sunscreen preserves the progress.

Kojic acid can increase your skin’s sensitivity to sunlight, and sun exposure is the single biggest driver of pigmentation returning. Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ every morning while using this serum — it is what protects the results the serum is building.

New to actives? Start every other night for the first two weeks, then build to daily.

What's inside

The actives, in plain English.

  • Kojic Acid

    Well-studied brightening active that helps fade the look of dark spots and post-blemish marks.

  • Vitamin C

    Antioxidant that supports radiance and helps defend against daily environmental stressors.

  • Vitamin E

    Supports the skin barrier and works alongside Vitamin C.

  • Sea-Buckthorn

    Omega-rich botanical oil that soothes and nourishes.

  • Sodium PCA

    Skin-identical hydrator that helps keep moisture balanced.

  • Betaine

    Softens and comforts sensitive skin.

  • Rosemary Extract

    Botanical antioxidant that helps protect the formula.

Free from: Paraben-free · Cruelty-free · Made in the EU

Results Timeline

What to expect, week by week.

  1. Week 1

    Skin feels comfortable

    The formula settles in quickly with no stinging or tightness.

  2. Week 2

    A softer, more hydrated feel

    Skin looks calmer and more comfortable throughout the day.

  3. Week 4

    Radiance returns

    A visibly brighter, more even-looking complexion.

  4. Week 8

    Dark spots visibly softer

    The appearance of pigmentation and post-blemish marks is reduced with continued daily use.

Results vary from person to person; consistency matters more than speed.

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Complete the treatment

Focused steps designed around the serum.

CLARIYA Blemish Purifying Face WashStep 1

Cleanse

CLARIYA Blemish Purifying Face Wash

Preps skin so the serum can do its work — morning and evening.

$19
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Dark Spot Routine DuoStep 3

Brighten

Dark Spot Routine Duo

Adds a morning Vitamin C step — the complement to your evening treatment.

$57.90
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