Retinol Skin Brightener 0.3%
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Retinol Skin Brightener 0.3%

ZO Skin Health

0.3% retinol for an even, radiant complexion

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  • Encapsulated retinol, minimal irritation
  • Visibly fades pigmentation spots
  • With glutathione and acetyl glucosamine
  • For an even, radiant complexion
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This product is suitable for:
  • Pigmentation
  • Skin ageing
Product information

ZO Skin Health Retinol Skin Brightener 0.3% is a retinol treatment that makes the complexion visibly more even and radiant and fades light pigmentation spots. The retinol is encapsulated in ZO-RDS™, which releases it in a controlled, targeted way. That means less redness and dryness than with regular retinol.

What does Retinol Skin Brightener 0.3% do?

Pigmentation spots and a dull complexion are caused by sun, hormones and skin aging. Retinol speeds up cell renewal so that discolored skin cells make way for new ones more quickly. Glutathione and acetyl glucosamine help inhibit excess pigment production, bakuchiol evens out the complexion and sunflower sprout extract supports the skin’s natural renewal. The result: smoother, brighter, more even skin.

Why 0.3% retinol?

0.3% is the highest concentration of retinol permitted in facial skincare in the EU. Because ZO encapsulates the retinol, it is released gradually where it is needed. That makes the formula effective and well tolerated.

Who is it for?

  • Light pigmentation and sun spots
  • An uneven, sallow or dull complexion
  • The first signs of skin aging

For stubborn pigmentation or melasma, we recommend a treatment plan from a skin therapist. Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, on irritated or damaged skin, or right after an intensive treatment such as a chemical peel or laser.

Key ingredients and how they work

  • ZO-RDS™ retinol 0.3%: retinol encapsulated in a skin-friendly liposome for controlled, targeted release. Brightens skin with as little irritation as possible.
  • Glutathione and acetyl glucosamine: help inhibit excess pigment production for more radiant skin.
  • Bakuchiol: a plant-based ingredient that evens out the complexion and provides antioxidant protection.
  • Sunflower sprout extract: supports skin cell energy and natural renewal.
  • Bisabolol: calms the skin and reduces visible redness.

What results can you expect?

With daily use, skin gradually becomes brighter, more even and smoother. Because skin renews itself roughly every four to six weeks, you will usually see the effect on pigmentation spots after six to twelve weeks. Protect your skin from the sun every day, or pigmentation will quickly return.

Tip from our skin therapists

For a stronger effect on pigmentation, combine Retinol Skin Brightener 0.3% with Brightalive, which targets pigmentation without retinol. In the morning, finish with at least SPF 30. For pigmentation, the tinted Smart Tone SPF 50 is a good choice because, in addition to UVA and UVB, it also protects against blue and infrared light.

Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Arachidyl Alcohol, Bakuchiol, Phosphatidylcholine, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Steareth-20, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Behenyl Alcohol, Acetyl Glucosamine, Bisabolol, Glutathione, Hydroxyacetophenone, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Maltodextrin, Arachidyl Glucoside, Retinol, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Cellulose Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Silica, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Bisulfite, Sodium Metabisulfite, Xanthan Gum, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Inulin, Gluconolactone, Mannitol, Cellulose, Fructose, Glucose, Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone, Lecithin, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Methylpropanediol, Agar, Sclerotium Gum, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract, C13-14 Isoalkane, Ceramide NP, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Citric Acid, Phenylpropanol, Sodium Isethionate.
How to use
  1. Cleanse, exfoliate and tone your skin, then let it dry completely.
  2. Apply one pump to the face and neck. Avoid the skin immediately around the eyes and lips.
  3. Use once a day for the first week, then twice a day, morning and/or evening.
  4. In the morning, always finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30.

Please note: avoid excessive sun exposure. Do not use on irritated or damaged skin, right after an intensive treatment (chemical peel, laser) or during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Shipping & returns

Shipping

We ship all orders with PostNL. Order on a working day before 2 pm and your order is processed and shipped the same day. Orders placed after 2 pm or at the weekend are processed on the next working day.

Once your order has been placed, you automatically receive an order confirmation by email. As soon as your parcel has been packed and shipped, you receive a shipping confirmation with a personal Track & Trace code, so you can easily follow your order.

In the Netherlands, your parcel is usually delivered the next working day. Deliveries to other countries may take longer, and delivery times may vary during busy periods or public holidays.

Returns

Not happy with your order? No problem. You have the right to return your order within 14 days of receipt.

To register a return, contact our customer service by email or through the contact form. Once approved, you receive further instructions for returning your order.

Frequently asked questions

What does Retinol Skin Brightener 0.3% do?

It combines 0.3% encapsulated retinol with glutathione, acetyl glucosamine and bakuchiol. As a result, the complexion becomes visibly more even and radiant, and light pigmentation spots fade.

Does it help with pigmentation spots?

Yes, for light, superficial pigmentation spots and an uneven complexion. Retinol speeds up cell renewal so that discolored skin cells make way for new ones more quickly. For stubborn pigmentation or melasma, we recommend a treatment plan from a skin therapist.

Can I use it on sensitive skin?

The retinol is encapsulated and released gradually, and bisabolol calms the skin. That makes it gentler than regular retinol. If your skin is currently irritated or damaged, wait until it has recovered. If in doubt, ask us for advice first.

How is it different from Brightalive?

Brightalive contains no retinol and focuses purely on pigmentation. Retinol Skin Brightener 0.3% combines pigment-inhibiting ingredients with retinol, so it also supports cell renewal. ZO recommends using them together for better results.

Can I use it during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

No, we advise against retinol during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Feel free to contact us for a suitable alternative.

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