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Smoothing & Brightening Serum
“There is no better ingredient than Lactic Acid to give an immediate glow. This serum delivers brighter, smoother skin overnight.” —Shani






WHO IS SHANI DARDEN
Considered the secret behind Hollywood’s most flawless faces, expert esthetician Shani Darden sets herself apart with her results-oriented approach to skin care.












- 100% said their skin looks brighter and more glowy overnight
- 100% experienced less noticeable pores
- 100% experienced more even tone
- 93% said their skin felt smoother and retexturized overnight
Results done in a 4-week clinical study conducted on 35 subjects ages 23-75. Testing also conducted on additional participants filmed & photographed for honest feedback. See their results here.


- 9% Lactic Acid (AHA) polishes away dead skin cells to reveal smoother, brighter, more glowing skin.
- Gluconolactone (PHA) exfoliates, evens tone, improves clarity and hydrates.
- Exclusive Soothing Complex contains four molecular weights of Hyaluronic Acid plus Aloe Vera and Green & White Tea Extract to soothe skin and minimize irritation.

What it is

Why it works
- 9% Lactic Acid (AHA) polishes away dead skin cells to reveal smoother, brighter, more glowing skin.
- Gluconolactone (PHA) exfoliates, evens tone, improves clarity and hydrates.
- Exclusive Soothing Complex contains four molecular weights of Hyaluronic Acid plus Aloe Vera and Green & White Tea Extract to soothe skin and minimize irritation.






Clinical Results
- 100% said their skin looks brighter and more glowy overnight
- 100% experienced less noticeable pores
- 100% experienced more even tone
- 93% said their skin felt smoother and retexturized overnight
Results done in a 4-week clinical study conducted on 35 subjects ages 23-75. Testing also conducted on additional participants filmed & photographed for honest feedback. See their results here.
How to use
Your Glowing Skin Serum
In PM routine (Retinol Reform rest nights), apply Lactic Acid Serum after cleanser and toner, apply 1-2 pumps all over face and neck and smooth into skin, avoiding the eye area. Wait 5 minutes for product to absorb and follow with moisturizer. Be sure to apply SPF in the AM, as freshly exfoliated skin is more susceptible to sun.
Not using retinol in your routine? Lactic Acid Serum can provide similar smoothing, brightening benefits. Incorporate it gradually into your routine, 1-2 times per week to start and use as often as your skin can tolerate.
Complete your routine with
“I created this serum to fill the gap in your skincare routine, for those that like to use an active nightly to keep skin soft, smooth and glowing on nights you don’t use retinol.” — Shani

Retinol, Lactic Acid or Both?
Clients & Community love our Lactic Acid Serum
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- Kristina R.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAGE RANGE 41-50SKIN TYPE CombinationSKIN CONCERNS Dark Spots/Uneven Skin Tone, Texture, Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Oily Skin, BlemishesRESULTS ACHIEVED Fewer Wrinkles, Even Skin Tone, Fewer Blemishes, Brighter Skin, HydrationFAVORITE FEATURES Easy To Use, Gentle, Doesn't Clog Pores, Visible Results, Non-IrritatingRated 5 out of 5 stars12/9/23Lactic serum
Love this product!!! Have been using for years.
How effective is this product?Rated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5Poor ExcellentHow quickly did you achieve visible results?Rated 0.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 21 Week 3 Weeks 6+ WeeksWas this helpful? - Camille D.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAGE RANGE 51-60SKIN TYPE CombinationSKIN CONCERNS Dark Spots/Uneven Skin Tone, Fine Lines & Wrinkles, DrynessRESULTS ACHIEVED Brighter Skin, Fewer Wrinkles, Calmer SkinFAVORITE FEATURES Easy To Use, GentleRated 5 out of 5 stars11/30/23Good product
Great serum
How effective is this product?Rated 3.0 on a scale of 1 to 5Poor ExcellentHow quickly did you achieve visible results?Rated 1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 21 Week 3 Weeks 6+ WeeksWas this helpful? - Bonnie N.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAGE RANGE 60+SKIN TYPE SensitiveSKIN CONCERNS Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Dryness, Dark Spots/Uneven Skin ToneRESULTS ACHIEVED Brighter Skin, Even Skin Tone, Hydration, Firmer Skin, Calmer SkinFAVORITE FEATURES Easy To Use, Non-Irritating, Gentle, Visible ResultsRated 5 out of 5 stars11/8/23Lactic Acid Serum
I have sensitive skin. I use this daily at night and love the results
How effective is this product?Rated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5Poor ExcellentHow quickly did you achieve visible results?Rated -1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 21 Week 3 Weeks 6+ WeeksWas this helpful? - Caroline B.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAGE RANGE 60+SKIN TYPE CombinationSKIN CONCERNS Dryness, Oily SkinRESULTS ACHIEVED Brighter SkinFAVORITE FEATURES Easy To Use, GentleRated 5 out of 5 stars7/31/23Great for delicate skin
My skin is too delicate for retinol and this product works very well. It took me a couple of weeks to work up to daily use. I am very happy with the results.
How effective is this product?Rated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5Poor ExcellentHow quickly did you achieve visible results?Rated 0.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 21 Week 3 Weeks 6+ WeeksWas this helpful? - Tawana W.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAGE RANGE 51-60SKIN TYPE CombinationSKIN CONCERNS Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Dark Spots/Uneven Skin ToneRESULTS ACHIEVED Calmer Skin, Fewer BlemishesFAVORITE FEATURES Fast Results, Doesn't Clog PoresRated 5 out of 5 stars7/25/23Great serum
I use this serum a couple times a week when I’m not using my Retinol Reform and wake up with glowing skin.
How effective is this product?Rated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5Poor ExcellentHow quickly did you achieve visible results?Rated 0.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 21 Week 3 Weeks 6+ WeeksWas this helpful?
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Ingredients
WATER / AQUA / EAU, LACTIC ACID, GLYCERIN, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERYL OLEATE CITRATE, HEPTYL UNDECYLENATE, HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, TOCOPHEROL ACETATE, PANTHENOL, ACER SACCHARUM (SUGAR MAPLE) EXTRACT, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, CALCIUM GLUCONATE, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CITRIC ACID, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) FRUIT EXTRACT, CITRUS LIMON (LEMON) FRUIT EXTRACT, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, GLUCONOLACTONE, GLYCOLIC ACID, HYDROLYZED SODIUM HYALURONATE, MALIC ACID, MATRICARIA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) FLOWER EXTRACT, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, POLYSORBATE 60, SACCHARUM OFFICINARUM (SUGARCANE) EXTRACT, SODIUM ACETYLATED HYALURONATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER,
SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE, TARTARIC ACID, TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE, VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT EXTRACT, XANTHAN GUM, PHENOXYETHANOL,
POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE.