Kojic & C-Luster Serum
Targeted kojic acid serum for visibly brighter, more even-looking skin.
A concentrated brightening serum formulated with 1% kojic acid, vitamin C, sea buckthorn, and skin-conditioning ingredients to target the appearance of dark spots, discoloration, and uneven tone.
At a Glance
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Best for |
Uneven tone, visible discoloration & dark spots |
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Targets |
Dark spots, age spots, uneven tone, dullness |
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Key active |
1% Kojic Acid |
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Texture |
Lightweight targeted serum |
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Where to use |
Targeted areas of the face |
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When to use |
Evening |
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Best paired with |
Moisturizer + daily SPF |
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Certification |
COSMOS/Ecocert certified |
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Free from |
Vegan · Cruelty-Free |
What It Does
- Targets the appearance of existing dark spots and discoloration
- Helps create a more even-looking skin tone
- Brightens dull, tired-looking skin
- Supports a clearer, more radiant-looking complexion
- Provides lightweight hydration while treating targeted areas
- Allows you to focus application where discoloration is most noticeable
Who It’s For
Ideal for anyone concerned with:
- Dark spots
- Uneven skin tone
- Age-related discoloration
- Sun-related discoloration
- Dull-looking skin
- Visible pigmentation changes
Especially useful when you want a targeted brightening treatment rather than an all-over daily serum.
Key Ingredients
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Ingredient |
Why It’s Here |
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1% Kojic Acid |
Brightening active that targets the appearance of dark spots and uneven tone |
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Vitamin C — Ascorbyl Palmitate |
Antioxidant support and radiance |
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Vitamin E — Tocopherol |
Antioxidant and skin-conditioning support |
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Sea Buckthorn Oil |
Nourishing botanical oil rich in skin-conditioning compounds |
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Rosemary Extract |
Botanical antioxidant support |
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Jojoba Oil |
Helps condition and soften skin |
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Sodium PCA + Betaine |
Humectants that help maintain skin hydration |
What It Feels Like
A lightweight serum designed for targeted application rather than coating the entire face with a heavy treatment.
The formula combines kojic acid with nourishing oils and humectants so the skin doesn’t have to choose between brightening care and comfortable hydration.
What to Expect
Pigmentation takes time to develop, and it takes time to visibly improve.
With consistent use, the appearance of dark spots and uneven tone may gradually become less noticeable, leaving skin looking brighter and more even.
Consistency matters more than using more product.
Don’t expect a stubborn dark spot to disappear overnight. Your results will depend on the type and depth of discoloration, your skin, and how consistently you use the product.
How to Use
- Apply a small amount directly to dark spots or areas of discoloration on clean, dry skin.
- Use once daily in the evening.
- Follow with moisturizer.
- Wear broad-spectrum SPF during the day.
Because kojic acid is a targeted active, start slowly if your skin is sensitive or you’re already using other exfoliating or brightening treatments.
What to Know Before You Buy
- This is a targeted treatment, not a traditional all-over face serum.
- It contains 1% kojic acid.
- More product will not make pigmentation disappear faster and may increase the chance of irritation.
- Avoid applying to broken or compromised skin.
- If you use multiple active treatments, introduce them thoughtfully rather than layering everything at once.
- Daily sun protection is essential when you’re working on the appearance of discoloration.
- Even well-formulated brightening products can cause sensitivity in some individuals.
The Formula
Full INCI:
Aqua/Water, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil➀, Glycerin➁, Pentylene Glycol, Betaine, Isoamyl Laurate, Sodium PCA, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Kojic Acid, Sclerotium Gum, Parfum/Fragrance, Xanthan Gum, Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil➀, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Sodium Phytate, Capsicum Annuum (Paprika) Fruit Extract*, Potassium Hydroxide, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil➀, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract*, Limonene➂, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Benzyl Salicylate➂, Citral➂, Pogostemon Cablin Oil, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Linalool➂, Cedrus Atlantica Oil/Extract, Pinene➂
➀ Ingredients from organic farming
➁ Made using organic ingredients
➂ Naturally occurring in essential oils
Why Glóavia
- EU formulated and manufactured
- COSMOS/Ecocert certified
- Vegan
- Cruelty-Free
- Ingredient transparent
- Premium formulas designed with performance and skin compatibility in mind
Need Help Choosing?
Not sure whether you need a targeted brightening treatment or an all-over serum?
Kojic & C-Luster Serum is designed for targeted discoloration, while Arbutin Clarity is a lightweight brightening serum for more general uneven tone and radiance.
Contact Customer Care and we’ll help you choose based on what you’re actually trying to improve.
Premium shouldn’t mean complicated.