PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum

Name: PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum
Brand: PCA Skin
SKU: 9047767351535
Price: 210.0 CAD
Availability: InStock

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A daily brightening treatment that evens skin tone, fades discoloration, and promotes a radiant, more luminous complexion without hydroquinone.

This is such an easy go-to brightening serum when you want to lighten dark spots without using hydroquinone. It feels light on the skin, layers beautifully under other products, and over time really helps to smooth out uneven tone. I love that it gives your skin a healthier glow without feeling heavy or irritating—it’s like a steady, gentle way to get brighter, clearer skin

Reveal a brighter, clearer, and more youthful complexion with this powerful, advanced brightening serum formulated to visibly improve dull, uneven skin tone and strengthen your skin’s natural barrier. Expertly crafted with high-potency Niacinamide and innovative botanical extracts, it delivers intense hydration, calms irritation, and provides a luminous, even-toned appearance.

PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum harnesses the brightening and hydrating benefits of 6% Niacinamide, an antioxidant powerhouse that enhances skin barrier function, reduces redness, and promotes a visibly even skin tone. Complemented by an advanced blend of Mulberry Extract, Green Tea Extract, and Oligopeptide-51, this serum effectively targets discoloration and dullness, unveiling clearer and brighter skin. Additionally, Plankton Extract, derived from biotechnologically balanced microalgae, further boosts radiance, delivering visibly even-toned, luminous results.

This lightweight, corrective serum absorbs effortlessly, leaving your skin hydrated, balanced, and beautifully radiant.

Key Benefits:

✓ Brightens and evens out dull, uneven skin tone
✓ Visibly reduces discoloration and signs of aging
✓ Boosts hydration and strengthens the skin’s natural barrier
✓ Calms and soothes skin for enhanced comfort
✓ Leaves skin visibly clear, balanced, and radiant

After cleansing, toning, and applying any PCA SKIN treatment serums, apply to the entire face and neck for maximum skin brightening and anti-aging benefits. Follow with the appropriate PCA SKIN broad spectrum SPF product in the daytime and moisturizer in the evening.

Key Ingredients:

Niacinamide (6%): Potent antioxidant that deeply hydrates, strengthens the skin barrier, reduces redness, and promotes even-toned, luminous skin.
Mulberry Extract, Green Tea Extract, and Oligopeptide-51: An advanced blend that visibly brightens the skin, reducing discoloration and enhancing clarity for a clear, even complexion.
Plankton Extract: Encapsulated microalgae-derived active ingredient that brightens skin, promotes radiance, and supports a healthy, even skin tone.
Glycerin: A humectant and emollient that attracts and retains moisture, delivering long-lasting hydration and softness to your skin.

Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Microcrystalline Cellulose, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/Phenyl Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Citrate, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Cellulose Gum, Chlorphenesin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Leaf Extract, Oligopeptide-51, Dicrateria Rotunda Oil, Ruttnera Lamellosa Oil, Lecithin, Sodium Ascorbate

Is PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes. PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum can be suitable for sensitive skin because it uses vitamin B3 (niacinamide), an ingredient known to reduce inflammation, strengthen the skin barrier, and help even skin tone with lower irritation risk than harsher brighteners. The product is hydroquinone-free, which removes a common source of strong irritation for some users, and it is formulated for daily use on normal, combination, and dry skin types. People with mild sensitivity or reactive pigmentation who want gradual brightening benefit most. For those with very reactive skin, active rosacea, or a history of allergic reactions, perform a patch test and introduce the serum slowly. If you have severe sensitivity or are under dermatologic care, check with your clinician before starting a new active.

How should I incorporate PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum into my daily skincare routine?

Use the PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum once or twice daily after cleansing and any lightweight water-based treatments, and before moisturizer and sunscreen. The serum is formulated as a daily brightening treatment, so applying it in the morning helps maintain daytime protection when followed by a broad-spectrum SPF. At night it pairs well with hydrating creams or clinical retinoids, provided you introduce actives gradually. Apply a few drops to clean, dry skin and allow it to absorb before layering heavier products. Those seeking both antiaging and brightening results benefit from morning vitamin B3 with SPF and a complementary nighttime retinoid, but if irritation occurs, alternate nights or consult your provider.

How long will it take to see results from PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum?

You can expect noticeable improvement in skin tone and luminosity within about 4 to 12 weeks with consistent daily use. This timeframe reflects normal skin cell turnover and how niacinamide works to reduce the transfer of pigment and improve barrier function over multiple cycles. Clinical-grade formulations are designed for measurable change over weeks rather than days, so gradual fading of discoloration, improved radiance, and more even tone are typical outcomes. Those treating recent post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or surface sun spots will usually see faster progress than individuals with very deep or long-standing pigment, which can require extended use or complementary in-office treatments.

Can I use PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum with retinol or vitamin C?

Yes, PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum is generally compatible with retinol and vitamin C, but use with care. Niacinamide works well alongside many actives because it soothes and supports barrier function, which can help reduce irritation from retinoids and exfoliating vitamin C formulas. For best tolerance, consider using vitamin C in the morning, the B3 serum under sunscreen, and retinol at night, or alternate nights if your skin is reactive. Always patch test new combinations and introduce one active at a time. If you experience redness or persistent irritation, reduce frequency or consult a dermatologist for a tailored layering plan.

What makes PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum different from other brightening serums?

PCA Skin Vitamin b3 Brightening Serum is a medical-grade, hydroquinone-free brightening treatment centered on vitamin B3 to even tone and enhance luminosity. It emphasizes clinical performance by targeting pigment transfer and supporting barrier repair rather than relying on strong bleaching agents, making it suitable for daily use across normal, combination, and dry skin types. The formulation is positioned for professional-grade results with a focus on reducing discoloration while maintaining skin health. Shoppers seeking a clinically oriented regimen that balances efficacy and tolerability will find it especially relevant. For very stubborn or deep pigment, in-office procedures or prescription therapies may be necessary in addition to topical treatment.

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