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Firming & Brightening Trio
“Don't know where to begin? "Start with 3 powerhouse serums—Cleansing, Lactic Acid, and my #1 seller, Retinol Reform.” —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.






Retinol
- 97% of subjects showed an improvement in fine lines & wrinkles
- 90% of subjects reported a more even skin tone
- 80% of subjects said their skin feels more firm
*Results from a clinical study conducted on 35 women ages 25-50 via visual evaluation and instrumental measurement over 12 weeks of use.
Lactic
- 100% said their skin looks brighter and more glowy overnight
- 100% experienced less noticeable pores
- 93% said their skin felt smoother and retexturized overnight
*Results done in a 4-week clinical study conducted on 35 subjects ages 23-75.

A straightforward and effective regimen that stars our silky cleanser, our #1 anti-ager, and our bestselling brightener for visibly glowing, youthful-looking skin. Our silky Cleansing Serum removes pore-clogging impurities without stripping away natural oils, while our award-winning Retinol Reform® firms, fights fine lines, and helps reduce visible wrinkles in as little as 14 days*. Lastly, our powerful-yet gentle 9% Lactic Acid Serum brightens, retexturizes, and refines dull and congested skin so you can wake up to an instant glow.

- Retinol Reform® (10 ml) contains a gentle slow-release retinol that helps reduce visible signs of aging.
- Lactic Acid (10 ml) polishes away dead skin cells to reveal smoother, brighter, more glowing skin.
- Cleansing Serum (30 ml) removes dirt and makeup without stripping skin of natural oils.

What it is
A straightforward and effective regimen that stars our silky cleanser, our #1 anti-ager, and our bestselling brightener for visibly glowing, youthful-looking skin. Our silky Cleansing Serum removes pore-clogging impurities without stripping away natural oils, while our award-winning Retinol Reform® firms, fights fine lines, and helps reduce visible wrinkles in as little as 14 days*. Lastly, our powerful-yet gentle 9% Lactic Acid Serum brightens, retexturizes, and refines dull and congested skin so you can wake up to an instant glow.

What's Included
- Retinol Reform® (10 ml) contains a gentle slow-release retinol that helps reduce visible signs of aging.
- Lactic Acid (10 ml) polishes away dead skin cells to reveal smoother, brighter, more glowing skin.
- Cleansing Serum (30 ml) removes dirt and makeup without stripping skin of natural oils.


Clinical Results
Retinol
- 97% of subjects showed an improvement in fine lines & wrinkles
- 90% of subjects reported a more even skin tone
- 80% of subjects said their skin feels more firm
*Results from a clinical study conducted on 35 women ages 25-50 via visual evaluation and instrumental measurement over 12 weeks of use.
Lactic
- 100% said their skin looks brighter and more glowy overnight
- 100% experienced less noticeable pores
- 93% said their skin felt smoother and retexturized overnight
*Results done in a 4-week clinical study conducted on 35 subjects ages 23-75.
How to use
Your Firming & Brightening Routine
PM With Retinol: Apply 2-3 pumps of Cleansing Serum into hands and thoroughly massage into moistened face and neck using upward strokes. Gently work into a lather to dissolve dirt and makeup. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry. Apply 2-3 pumps of Retinol Reform® onto face and neck and smooth into skin. Start with 1-2 times per week and add a night weekly to build tolerance. Use as often as your skin can tolerate. Do not use if pregnant or nursing.
PM With Lactic: Apply 2-3 pumps of Cleansing Serum into hands and thoroughly massage into moistened face and neck using upward strokes. Gently work into a lather to dissolve dirt and makeup. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry. On Retinol Reform® rest days, apply 1-2 pumps of Lactic Acid Serum to face and neck, smooth into skin, and wait 5 minutes to absorb. Apply SPF in the AM. Pregnancy safe.
Do not use other AHA products on the same night.
Complete your routine with
“My secret to glowing skin: Start with my gentle Cleansing Serum and alternate each night between my two powerhouse serums.” — Shani

Different Benefits. Brilliant Results.
Clients & Community love our Shani's Starter Kit
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- Darla W.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAGE RANGE 55 - 64SKIN TYPE CombinationSKIN CONCERNS BlemishesFAVORITE FEATURES GentleRESULTS ACHIEVED Glowing SkinRated 4 out of 5 stars11/18/23Starter set
Cleanser half full. Larger cleanser bottles & retinol please
How quickly did you achieve visible results?Rated 2.0 on a scale of 1 to 5Too Soon To Tell Very QuicklyWas this helpful? - GloriaVerified BuyerI recommend this productAGE RANGE 55 - 64SKIN TYPE CombinationSKIN CONCERNS Dark Spots/Uneven Skin ToneFAVORITE FEATURES Easy to Use, Gentle, Visible Results, Complete Routine, Fast ResultsRESULTS ACHIEVED Glowing Skin, Even Skin Tone, Younger Looking SkinRated 5 out of 5 stars10/29/23I love it
I have been using this for 2 months now and I noticed a difference after the 1st use but decided to wait for a month or 2 before writing a review. Well I'm on going on month 3 and this stuff works. My skin is brighter, the lines are less visable. My skin is actually glowing. I am actually getting the results I've always wanted. I am a product junkie and I've tried alot of products and none of the them have given me the results consistently for this amount of time. This is a keeper. Now to work on the dark circles under my eyes.
How quickly did you achieve visible results?Rated 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5Too Soon To Tell Very QuicklyWas this helpful? - M. A.Verified ReviewerI do not recommend this productAGE RANGE 65+SKIN TYPE CombinationSKIN CONCERNS Dark Spots/Uneven Skin ToneRated 2 out of 5 stars8/13/23Starter kit
Cleansing serum is just ok. Retinol and lactic acid I feel the same. I have not seen dramatic results.
How quickly did you achieve visible results?Rated 2.0 on a scale of 1 to 5Too Soon To Tell Very QuicklyWas this helpful? - Nataile D.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAGE RANGE 35 - 44SKIN TYPE CombinationSKIN CONCERNS Blemishes, Dark Spots/Uneven Skin Tone, TextureFAVORITE FEATURES Easy to Use, GentleRESULTS ACHIEVED Glowing Skin, Hydration, Calmer SkinRated 4 out of 5 stars7/8/23Awesome set
I came across this brand on a YouTube page. I wanted to try and I am not disappointed. The cleanser is so gentle. The lactic acid makes my skin feel great. However, the retinol is the real star in this set. Im gearing up buy the full-size retinol bottle soon.
How quickly did you achieve visible results?Rated 2.0 on a scale of 1 to 5Too Soon To Tell Very QuicklyWas this helpful? - Lillian C.Verified BuyerI recommend this productAGE RANGE 45 - 54SKIN TYPE OilySKIN CONCERNS Blemishes, Oily SkinFAVORITE FEATURES Easy to Use, Gentle, Great Value, Complete RoutineRated 5 out of 5 stars7/7/23ENROUTE TO MUCH LOVELIER SKIN
My first purchase from Shani Darden Skin Care was the Starter Set which includes Shani's awesome Cleansing Serum, Retinol Reform and Lactic Acid. I love how the cleanser leaves my skin feeling clean and not dry. I alternate between Retinol Reform and Lactic Acid in the evening. I just started a few days ago so it is too soon to tell; however, I must say I am enjoying the simplicity of the routine. I have no doubt as the weeks pass, I will commence seeing changes in my skin. I have been told I have beautiful skin; however, I do suffer from an occasional blemish from time to time. Love Shani's products.
How quickly did you achieve visible results?Rated 1.0 on a scale of 1 to 5Too Soon To Tell Very QuicklyWas this helpful?
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Additional Info
Ingredients
Cleansing Serum
WATER / AQUA / EAU, SODIUM C14-16 OLEFIN SULFONATE, PEG-16 MACADAMIA GLYCERIDES, SODIUM COCOAMPHOACETATE, PROPANEDIOL, PHENETHYL ALCOHOL ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, SODIUM CHLORIDE, COCAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE, GLYCERIN, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, PHENOXYETHANOL, SODIUM BENZOATE, DISODIUM EDTA, CHONDRUS CRISPUS EXTRACT, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, TOCOPHEROL, CITRIC ACID, OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) LEAF EXTRACT, GLUCONOLACTONE, AVENA SATIVA (OAT) SEED EXTRACT, CICHORIUM INTYBUS (CHICORY) ROOT EXTRACT, SODIUM HYALURONATE
Contains ingredients derived from nuts.
Retinol Reform®
Aqua (Water, Eau), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Lactic Acid, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Lactobacillus Ferment, Isohexadecane, Retinol, Copernicia Cerifera Cera (Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Cire de Carnauba), Glucosamine HCl, Plankton Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Linoleic Acid, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols, Phospholipids, Propanediol, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, Tocopherol, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba, (Guar) Gum, Maltodextrin, Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Hydrolyzed Algin, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, BHT, BHA, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol
Lactic Acid
Water / Aqua / Eau, Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Heptyl Undecylenate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Glyceryl Oleate Citrate, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Tartaric Acid, Malic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Pentylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Glycolic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Caprylyl Glycol, Gluconolactone, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol