Sept 23, 2026
Great dark spot serum
Really like how this dark spot serum feels and smells. It's a great daily use item.
chris1205
Reposted from kiehls.com
Highlights
- Salicylic acid (BHA)
- Good for: Dark spots
- Best for: Normal skin
Details & care
What it is: An effective facial serum that boosts skin clarity and visibility.
What it does: Formulated with activated C, white birch and peony extracts, this serum helps correct and even skin's appearance while reducing a wide spectrum of dark spots. With daily use, this dark spot correct helps even and brighten skin over time. Use it as a spot treatment for problem areas or on your entire face day and night. It can also be used to target dark spots on your neck, chest and hands.
How to use: Apply morning and night, before your moisturizer as a spot treatment or over your entire face. It may also be used on your hands, neck and chest on visible discolorations. Apply a daily sunscreen too for optimal results.
- 3.4 oz. size has USD $187 Value
- Dermatologist tested
- Made in the USA
- Item #687906
- Core Product ID 333336NASF
Ingredients
Aqua/Water, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-30, Phenoxyethanol, Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Potassium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender Oil, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, Linalool, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Citrus Aurantium Tachibana Peel Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract.
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging
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Founded in 1851 as an old-world apothecary in New York's East Village, Kiehl's utilizes the finest ingredients in unique formulations to assure high-quality skin, hair and body care products. The company's unique, extensive background represents a blend of cosmetic, pharmaceutical, herbal and medicinal knowledge developed and passed on through the generations.
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(1465)14653.8 out of 5
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June 22, 2026
No change
I have tried this over the years with no change to my dark spots on my face.
acimlife
Reposted from kiehls.com
kiehls.com response
Thank you for sharing your experience with the Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Serum. We understand how disappointing it can feel when you’ve used a product consistently over the years without seeing the results you were hoping for. Your feedback is truly important, and we appreciate you taking the time to let us know.
If you’re open to it, exploring a routine that’s more tailored to your skin’s needs may help you get closer to the results you want. Our Routine Finder can recommend products that better suit your goals and skin type. You can also visit one of our stores for a Derma Reader skin analysis, which provides a deeper look at your skin concerns and helps identify the most effective routine for you. We’re here to support you on your skincare journey, and we’d love to help you find something that works better for your skin.
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Sept 23, 2026
Great dark spot serum
Really like how this dark spot serum feels and smells. It's a great daily use item.
Reposted from kiehls.com
chris1205
Aug 10, 2026
Great product
This Product is a game changer. My skin looks bright and My tone is very even since I’ve been using this product. I absolutely love it.
Reposted from kiehls.com
Pat loves kiehls
July 22, 2026
Great results
Been using for 3 months but don’t apply it daily. I have oily but sensitive skin and it doesn’t burn or sting. Usually products like these tend to give me a bad reaction but not this. It has significantly faded my hyperpigmentation and acne scars.
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MayraP05
June 27, 2026
Faded my stubborn acne scars in three weeks
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This lightweight, watery serum actually works on my acne scars. It's not sticky, has a faint clean scent, and my stubborn dark spots started fading after about three weeks.
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olivia_d48
June 24, 2026
It will expire soon, it's bad
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received the item on June 22, 2026. The product code is 18ZD00, which means it will expire by the end of this year. The shelf life is too short. Please do not sell me products that are about to expire. Thank you.
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kiehls.com response
Thank you for letting us know about your recent order. We’re sorry for any concern caused by receiving a product with a shorter visible date code. Our products are tested to have at least a 3‑year shelf life when unopened and stored at normal room temperature, and they are expected to maintain their integrity and performance during that time.
If your product looks and smells the way it normally should, it is safe to continue using. Some items, such as sunscreens, may include an expiration date printed on the packaging.
We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope this information is helpful.
Doris Coke
June 22, 2026
No change
I have tried this over the years with no change to my dark spots on my face.
Reposted from kiehls.com
kiehls.com response
Thank you for sharing your experience with the Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Serum. We understand how disappointing it can feel when you’ve used a product consistently over the years without seeing the results you were hoping for. Your feedback is truly important, and we appreciate you taking the time to let us know.
If you’re open to it, exploring a routine that’s more tailored to your skin’s needs may help you get closer to the results you want. Our Routine Finder can recommend products that better suit your goals and skin type. You can also visit one of our stores for a Derma Reader skin analysis, which provides a deeper look at your skin concerns and helps identify the most effective routine for you. We’re here to support you on your skincare journey, and we’d love to help you find something that works better for your skin.
acimlife