Epicutis Arctigenin Brightening Treatment

The Epicutis Arctigenin Brightening Treatment is a clinically backed, clean, skin brightening serum formulated with ABSO (Arctigenin-Enriched Burdock Seed Oil), a proprietary botanical extract proven to reduce melanin production and visibly fade dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone without irritation.

Unlike conventional brightening ingredients such as hydroquinone or vitamin C, ABSO works by targeting the root cause of pigmentation — inflammation — making it an ideal solution for sensitive, reactive, and post-inflammatory skin types, including those prone to melasma or post-procedure hyperpigmentation.

Powered by peer-reviewed research and enhanced with HYVIA, a patented chia seed moisturizer, squalane, ferulic acid, and vitamin E, this lightweight serum delivers deep hydration, antioxidant protection, and barrier support alongside its brightening benefits.

In an 8-week clinical study, subjects using 1% ABSO lotion showed statistically significant improvements in skin brightness and tone evenness with zero adverse events reported (unlike almost ALL other pigment brightening ingredients, which tend to be irritating). Safe for twice-daily use on the face, neck, and décolleté, the Epicutis Arctigenin Brightening Treatment is the next generation of natural, effective skin brightening for anyone seeking a radiant, even complexion without compromise.

We love this product because it's simple, clean, effective, feels good on the skin and is corneotherapeutic - which means it is first and foremost respectful of the skin barrer. It is packaged in an airless pump and formulated without conventional preservatives that affect the acid mantle and skin microbiome.

Key Active Ingredient: Arctigenin-Enriched Burdock Seed Oil

Other Actives we love in the formula:

• Humectants (add water to the skin and help your skin retain the water): Glycerine, Propadeniol, Pentylene Glycol
• Vitamin E (tocopherol): Soothing, Antioxidant Booster
• Ferulic Acid (derived from rice): Antioxidant
• Salvia Hispanica (Chia Seed OIl): the richest known botanical source of skin moisturizing and probably anti-inflammatory alpha-linolenic acid (contains 50-60%).