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Clearly Corrective Brightening & Smoothing Moisture Treatment
All Skin Types
A skin brightening moisturizer that helps to improve overall clarity.
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What It Is
Infused with intense hydration, this formula helps reduce the appearance of skin discolorations and rough skin texture for clearer, brighter skin. Visibly boost skin’s clarity with Kiehl’s skin brightening moisturizer.
What It’s Good For
- Helps reduce the appearance of skin discolorations and rough texture
- Provides continuous 24-hour hydration while helping to smooth and brighten skin
- Clinically-demonstrated to help correct the appearance of skin discolorations and rough texture for improved skin clarity*
- Dermatologist-tested for safety
- For all skin types
*Results based upon a clinical study of upper layers of the skin.
Key Ingredients
ACTIVATED C
Activated C is a potent form of Vitamin C that penetrates skin quickly to help visibly even skin tone and improve clarity. Activated C is especially potent as a dark spot corrector because it helps visibly reduce dark spots and prevent the formation of new skin discolorations.
WHITE BIRCH EXTRACT
White Birch Extract is a sugar-derived ingredient known for its ability to restore hydration and nutrients to the skin. In our skincare products, this potent active ingredient works with Activated C to help even skin tone.
GLYCOLIC ACID
Glycolic Acid is a naturally occurring fruit acid derived from sugar cane known to help smooth skin.
How to Use
- After cleansing and toning, gently massage a small amount onto skin as needed, avoiding the eye area
- Can be used morning and night
- Can also be used three times per week, or as desired, as an intensive overnight mask by applying a second, thicker layer to skin before you sleep
- Explore our other brightening skincare products including our exfoliating and brightening face wash, treatment water and dark spot corrector
Future Made Better
True to our founding family’s mission, we strive to improve the quality of the communities we serve by reducing our
environmental impact, formulating responsibly, and supporting charitable causes. This formula is made with:
environmental impact, formulating responsibly, and supporting charitable causes. This formula is made with:
Responsible Formulation
Complete Your Routine
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Step 1
Clearly Corrective Brightening & Exfoliating Daily Cleanser
A skin brightening face wash that gently purifies and exfoliates skin.
$32.00
5.0 fl. oz. Tube
Step 2
Clearly Corrective Brightening & Soothing Treatment Water
A skin brightening treatment water that soothes, hydrates and visibly boosts skin clarity.
$46.00
6.7 fl. oz. Bottle
Step 3
Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution
A dark spot corrector and brightening serum that helps visibly reduce dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and post-acne marks.
$56.00
Step 4
Clearly Corrective Brightening & Smoothing Moisture Treatment
A skin brightening moisturizer that helps to improve overall clarity.
$60.00
1.7 fl. oz. Jar
Rated 5 out of
5
by
vivkn from
Worth it!
I've been using this for about 2 weeks in conjunction with the Epidermal Re-Texturizing Micro-Dermabrasion & Clearly Corrective Clarity-Activating Toner. I have very stubborn post acne dark red & brown scars and this product has improved their appearance tremendously. My scars are now light pink and overall, my skin is brighter. I went from having to use medium coverage liquid foundation to light coverage. I am so happy with the results and am looking forward to going make-up free - which is a goal of mine. This product feels light, goes on smoothly, isn't sticky, isn't greasy, and practically scentless - easy to use.
Date published: 2017-03-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
kitkat707 from
Best thing that ever happened to my face
I bought this on a whim and I'm so happy I did!
I've always struggled with my skin texture and acne scars and this has been my miracle product. I've been using this product for about two months and have seen a noticeable improvement in my skin texture and clarity! I'm so confident in my skin these days that I've embraced the makeup-free movement--something I never thought I'd be able to do.
I absolutely love this product and I will buy it forever!
Date published: 2017-01-29
Rated 5 out of
5
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kitkat707 from
Best thing that ever happened to my face
My skin is tough to please. I struggle with large pores, oily t-zone, acne scars, uneven skin, and occasional breakouts. My skin is also pretty sensitive, so I find a lot of products tend to make these things worse.
That being said, this was like a miracle treatment for my face. I haven't had a single breakout since I started using this product last November. My face feels hydrated and moisturized without getting overly oily. I'm beginning to see fading in my acne scars and my face is visibly brighter. The texture and clarity of my skin has improved so much that I've full out stopped wearing makeup--something I haven't done in ten years!
My only critique of this product is that the price is steep (I'm a poor grad student). However, given the quality of the results and the lack of makeup purchasing I've been doing I would say it's definitely worth it.
This was the first Kiehl's product I've ever purchased and it has turned me into a loyal customer! I will buy this forever. Thanks Kiehl's!
Date published: 2017-01-27
Rated 5 out of
5
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Rinny from
Brightens and Smells Amazing!
I had never had great skin. Breakouts, uneven skin tone, dry skin, oily skin, you name it! But when I got pregnant my skin got EVEN WORSE. It was a nightmare. My friend put some Keihls product samples in our bridesmaids proposal boxes and I figured why not give it a try. At this point I doubt it could make my skin even worse.
I immediately saw recovery in my skin by the next day. This product is a game changer! I can go makeup free now with better skin tone and MUCH clearer complexion. Not to mention this stuff smells SO GOOD :)
I use this at night after I wash my face and it gives me a spa like comfy feeling!
Date published: 2018-03-16
Rated 5 out of
5
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Soon2beSowri from
Amazing!
I absolutely love this stuff. I use it underneath my daily moisturizer and also at night I use the midnight recovery oil with it as well. It really does make my skin extremely soft and definitely brightens my skin. Love this product!
Date published: 2017-03-26
Rated 1 out of
5
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suzthoma from
Disappointed!! Dry patches on face!
I have been using this product for the last 5 weeks and to my disappointment I have developed dry patches on my face which is something I never had in the past. I understand it’s a treatment moisturizer, but it still should do it’s basic job of moisturizing your skin, which unfortunately isnt the case with me.I am yet to see any difference which regard to spot correction or overall brightening, but maybe 5 weeks is early for that and would require more prolonged use. Anyways, I bought this product with much excitement and was really looking forward to enjoying it, but now feel it was a waste of my money.
Date published: 2018-02-15
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Forever40 from
Glowly McGlowster!
I cannot get enough of this gorgeous moisturizer. I use it morning and night, and if I skip an application, I can see it almost immediately. It's dewy, smells delicious, gives me a healthy youthful sheen and makes me feel younger. I wear it under the daily moisturizer, and on top of several other products. I have many items in this line, but this is by far my favorite. If I wake up in the middle of the night I apply more because...well, it just feels SO GOOD!
Date published: 2018-02-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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nymm from
nice moisture
In addition to apply as a moisture, I often use it as a mask at night and it brightens my skin tone.
Date published: 2020-09-18
