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Clinique Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Clearing Serum - 30ml - Ulta Beauty
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Highlights
- • All Skin Types
- • Dermatologist-developed serum for hyperpigmentation.
- • Visibly reduces stubborn dark spots.
- • Skin looks brighter, more radiant.
- • Tested on all skin tones.
- • Safe for sensitive skin.
- • Dermatologist tested.
- • Allergy tested. 100% fragrance free.
Description
• UP302: Researchers screened over two thousand plant extracts and found dianella ensifolia to have powerful properties. UP302, Clinique’s proprietary brightening molecule, was bioengineered to mimic the botanical and found to have powerful antioxidant and brightening benefits.
• Vitamin C: This serum is made with two types of vitamin C—magnesium ascorbyl phosphate and ascorbyl glucoside—for precisely calibrated formulation. Together these potent brightening antioxidants help visibly reduce dark spots, including post-acne marks, and help skin tone look more even.
• Niacinamide: Helps visibly reduce discoloration such as dark spots and post-acne marks.
• Salicylic acid: Gently sloughs off the uppermost layers of the skin to help reveal fresher, more even-looking skin.
• Glucosamine: Helps weaken the bonds that hold dead skin cells together to encourage the exfoliation of surface discoloration for brighter, more even-looking skin.
• Glycyrrhetinic acid, derived from licorice extract: A potent anti-irritant, it helps calm skin by visibly reducing skin irritation that could trigger dark spots.
• Gyokuro: This green tea is hand-harvested in Japan in such a way that its natural anti-irritant properties are optimized for full potential. Helps quell the look of irritation that could lead to discoloration.
Formulated Without:
• Fragrance
• Parabens
• Phthalates
• Oil
• Drying alcohol
• Sodium lauryl sulfate
• Sodium laureth sulfate
• Synthetic colors
Research Results:
• Proven to visibly reduce tough dark spots on different skin tones:
• Up to 49% visible reduction in sun and age spots on lighter skin tones.*
• Up to 56% visible reduction in post-acne mark intensity on deeper skin tones.**
• *Clinical testing of 53 panelists after 12 weeks showed 49% visible improvement in top responders (21 of 53 panelists) and a 34% average visible improvement across all 53 panelists.
• **Clinical testing of 34 panelists after 12 weeks showed 56% visible improvement in top responders (9 of 34 panelists) and a 37% average visible improvement across all 34 panelists.
How To Use:
• Use serum for dark spots twice a day, morning and night.
• Dispense 1 to 2 pumps onto fingertips.
• Spread serum all over your face, avoiding eye area.
• Follow with moisturizer.
• Daily sunscreen is imperative. Apply in the AM after your moisturizer.
More Responsible Packaging:
• 30ml, 50ml, and 75ml bottles are packed in recyclable glass bottles.
• Carton is made from responsibly sourced paperboard. Please recycle.
• To recycle the bottle, remove the pump, then rinse the bottle and place in a recycling bin.
• Vitamin C: This serum is made with two types of vitamin C—magnesium ascorbyl phosphate and ascorbyl glucoside—for precisely calibrated formulation. Together these potent brightening antioxidants help visibly reduce dark spots, including post-acne marks, and help skin tone look more even.
• Niacinamide: Helps visibly reduce discoloration such as dark spots and post-acne marks.
• Salicylic acid: Gently sloughs off the uppermost layers of the skin to help reveal fresher, more even-looking skin.
• Glucosamine: Helps weaken the bonds that hold dead skin cells together to encourage the exfoliation of surface discoloration for brighter, more even-looking skin.
• Glycyrrhetinic acid, derived from licorice extract: A potent anti-irritant, it helps calm skin by visibly reducing skin irritation that could trigger dark spots.
• Gyokuro: This green tea is hand-harvested in Japan in such a way that its natural anti-irritant properties are optimized for full potential. Helps quell the look of irritation that could lead to discoloration.
Formulated Without:
• Fragrance
• Parabens
• Phthalates
• Oil
• Drying alcohol
• Sodium lauryl sulfate
• Sodium laureth sulfate
• Synthetic colors
Research Results:
• Proven to visibly reduce tough dark spots on different skin tones:
• Up to 49% visible reduction in sun and age spots on lighter skin tones.*
• Up to 56% visible reduction in post-acne mark intensity on deeper skin tones.**
• *Clinical testing of 53 panelists after 12 weeks showed 49% visible improvement in top responders (21 of 53 panelists) and a 34% average visible improvement across all 53 panelists.
• **Clinical testing of 34 panelists after 12 weeks showed 56% visible improvement in top responders (9 of 34 panelists) and a 37% average visible improvement across all 34 panelists.
How To Use:
• Use serum for dark spots twice a day, morning and night.
• Dispense 1 to 2 pumps onto fingertips.
• Spread serum all over your face, avoiding eye area.
• Follow with moisturizer.
• Daily sunscreen is imperative. Apply in the AM after your moisturizer.
More Responsible Packaging:
• 30ml, 50ml, and 75ml bottles are packed in recyclable glass bottles.
• Carton is made from responsibly sourced paperboard. Please recycle.
• To recycle the bottle, remove the pump, then rinse the bottle and place in a recycling bin.
Scent: Unscented
Health Facts: Paraben-Free, Phthalate-Free, Contains Niacinamide, Contains Licorice, Contains Vitamin C, No Fragrance Added
Product Form: Serum
Beauty Purpose: Calming, Skin Tone Improvement, Exfoliating, Dark Spot Reduction, Skin Texture Improvement
Recommended Skin Type: Mature, Normal, Acne-Prone, Sensitive, Oily, Dry, Combination, Very Dry
TCIN: 94227926
UPC: 192333166925
Item Number (DPCI): 342-01-0469
Origin: Made in the USA
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Ingredients:
methamine · glyceryl polymethacrylate · disodium edta - peg- 8 - hexylene glycol · citric acid · sodium citrate - tocopheryl acetate · bht · magnesium ascorbyl phosphate · phenoxyeth- anol · sodium benzoate · potassium sorbate · red 4 (ci 14700) · yellow 5 (ci 19140) [iln50944]
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 5.75 inches length x 1.26 inches width x 1.34 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.298 pounds
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Q: Is it normal for this product to make my skin red, at first. Day 2 and I woke up red and with a slight rash.
submitted by Annelie - 25 days ago
A: Hi Annelie - We're concerned to hear about your experience. For further assistance, please reach out to our Consumer Care team at 866-707-2100 to share the details of your concern.
submitted byClinique Consultant - 24 days agoBrand expert
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5 out of 5 stars
22 December, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Fabulous Formula
Niacinamide is one of the first ingredients in this formula, a top-tier skincare ingredient for reducing hyperpigmentation. One has to wait at least 3 months, or one skin cycle, for any noticeable improvement, which is normal, as any dermatologist will tell you. I need to wait until there is another sale to stock up.
4 out of 5 stars
1 December, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Love the results, change the bottle
I love the results of this serum. Helps tremendously with dark spots. While the bottle looks cool, the larger version is NOT TSA friendly...the bottle looks larger than 100ml on the screening machines.
4 out of 5 stars
26 November, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

smooth and brighten
I like this serum which makes my skin more smooth and bright. My friends recommended this to me, and I agree with her.
5 out of 5 stars
14 November, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Worked on my dark spot
I have a dark spot under my left eye that was about the size of a dime. After using this serum 2-3 times a day for 2 weeks straight, the color faded at least 50%. The way I use this is, first I apply a layer all over my face, then I put a small dab on my ring finger and tap the serum directly on the dark spot and keep tapping gently for 30 seconds to ensure the serum is well asborbed. Really, really happy with my results and would definitely recommend this!
5 out of 5 stars
31 October, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Helps with dark spots
I've used this for years. I'm fair and have developed spots on the face. This doesn't make the spots disappear, but it's the best I've found to keep them controlled and fade over time.
2 out of 5 stars
9 October, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Not as great now
I used this previously and was thrilled! Sun spots faded. I repurchased again and it's done nothing. Have been using for months. Bring back the old version, this is too expensive to waste money on!
3 out of 5 stars
7 October, 2025
originally posted on Clinique UK
Very disppointing change to formulation
I have used this religiously since Clinique first produced a dark spot corrector serum having originally been gifted a large bottle which to my delight melted away a large unsightly brown mark above my eye. I have stuck with it through various formualtion changes and it has always worked for me but unfortunately I really do not like this latest update. Firstly it has a very chemical and slightly unpleaseant smell. Secondly it does not provide the smooth base under make up which previous versions did - in the past my foundation has glided on over this, helping give even coverage. This soaks into the skin and my foundation is much harder to apply on top. I really hope Clinique reviews the formulation again as I have no doubt the product still works and I would like to continue using it, but not as it is.
5 out of 5 stars
25 September, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Definitely improved my skin
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] Clinique is definitely a girls girl when it comes to this packaging! And the product is amazing too! It makes my skin feel hydrated immediately and over time with consistent use, I noticed some of my dark spots fading.
2 out of 5 stars
20 September, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Bring back old formula
Bring back old formula!!
5 out of 5 stars
16 August, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com

Definitely will buy this product
It was updated from the last time I purchased it and what a difference. Already a great product and now it is even better at getting ride of wrinkles and fine lines. Thank you Clinique.
1 out of 5 stars
16 August, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

No changes
I used this for 4 months in the AM and PM and saw no changes in my sun spots/dark spots. I was really disappointed as this was the first time trying it and I use so many of your other products.
5 out of 5 stars
16 August, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Brightening moisturizer
I'm a user of the original one but this updated/newer version really aids in brightening skin faster than the old one. Dark spots fading faster. Makes skin softer too. A better brightener plus moisturizer in one.
1 out of 5 stars
15 August, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Did not work
Created bumps and acne on my face. Gave it a month but no luck. Too expensive to not do as it says it would do.
5 out of 5 stars
9 August, 2025
originally posted on http://www.ulta.com

I would buy this again
I really like this product
5 out of 5 stars
8 August, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

It works!
I recently started getting a few spots on my face. I thought I would try this product. I have only been using this for a couple of weeks and see the difference. The spots have lightened up. My skin seems to be a little smoother as well. I put it on twice a day and use dramatically moisturizer with it.
3 out of 5 stars
3 August, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Feels nice on my skin
I've been using this product for 4 months now and have noticed any changes. But I'll keep using it.
1 out of 5 stars
30 July, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Disappointed, No Results After Consistent use
I really wanted to love this serum, but unfortunately, it didn't work for me. I used it exactly as directed for a year, hoping to see even a slight improvement in my not so dark spots but there was no noticeable difference. The texture and scent were fine, and it didn't irritate my skin, but it also didn't deliver on its main promise. For the price, I expected at least some visible results. Sadly, this one just didn't live up to the hype.
1 out of 5 stars
30 July, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Very disappointed
I was excited to use this product and applied twice a day for three months with no improvement. Very disappointed since this was an expensive purchase.
2 out of 5 stars
30 July, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

it's okay
[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] I didn't really help my dark spots.. i do have some issues which hyperpigmentation and sun spots because i do tan and there wasn't much results from using it for a month.
1 out of 5 stars
26 July, 2025
originally posted on http://www.clinique.com/

Is not what they said it is.
This is disappointing, I did not see any changes for 3 months ,I bought the big bottled and is expensive I regret buying it