Brightening Body Serum - 3% Niacinamide + 5% Mandelic Acid + 0.5% Cysteine Complex

Why is this different?

The Brightening Body Serum is formulated with the goodness of 3 impactful active ingredients- Niacinamide, Mandelic Acid and Cysteine Complex, each of which work to provide even toned, even textured, and firmer skin. This lightweight body serum reduces dark spots and de-pigments areas such as knees, elbows, nape of neck, underarms, and inner thighs. A must have body serum for all skin types, it is safe to use daily and works great for dull lifeless skin

How Does it Work on the Skin?

• 3% Niacinamide helps brighten uneven/pigmented skin tone and improves texture
• 5% Mandelic acid gently exfoliates and makes the skin smoother and firmer
• 0.5% Cysteine complex helps in depigmenting darkened patches

How to use?

• Apply on skin post shower & massage until absorbed.
• Can be used on various body parts including, nape of the neck, underarms, elbows, knees & inner thighs.
• Make sure to layer with a proper moisturising body cream/lotion after using brightening body serum.

Note: If you are a first time user to the actives in the product, it is recommended to incorporate it slowly into your routine and gradually increase the frequency to everyday usage. For more details check the FAQs.

Mandelic acid: An alpha hydroxy acid that helps in treating pigmentation, gently exfoliates the top layer of the skin and gives smoother skin.
https://www.thieme-connect.de/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/s-0038-1676048

Niacinamide: Water-soluble antioxidant sourced from Vitamin B3 that nourishes the skin, improves overall texture and inhibits excess melanin production on the skin to tackle hyperpigmentation.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16766489/

Oxothiazolidine Carboxylic Acid: Antioxidant rich complex that works on depigmenting dark patches.
https://cosmetics.specialchem.com/inci-ingredients/oxothiazolidinecarboxylic-acid

Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil: A vitamin E and antioxidant boosting natural oil that also protects from harmful effects of UV rays.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22279374/

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter: A buttery emollient that helps create a soft and smooth barrier to lock in moisture and moisturises deeper layers of skin.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/293634476_The_Evaluation_of_Shea_Butter_from_butyrospermum_parkii_as_a_Vehicle_in_Sulphur_Ointment_formulations

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil: A non greasy, non-comedogenic natural oil enriched with the goodness of omega fatty acids which has soothing, healing and hydrating properties.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7048368/

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract: Known for its moisturizing effects, this coconut extract also helps revive dull dehydrated skin by preventing transepidermal water loss and locks in natural moisture in the skin. Also helps to calm and soothe inflammation.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327949424_Cocos_nucifera_COCONUT_FRUIT_A_REVIEW_OF_ITS_MEDICAL_PROPERTIES

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract: A flower extract containing bisabolol and terpenoids which helps soothe and heal irritated skin.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21132119/

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract: This multi beneficial extract helps with healing and soothing skin with its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Also helps in hydrating the skin and protecting skin barrier.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2763764/

Acorus Calamus Root Extract: A potent antioxidant that revitalises the skin due to its moisturising benefits. It also stimulates collagen production and helps in wound healing processes.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4078342/

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract: This extract helps in retaining the hydration levels of the skin and also possesses antibacterial properties that protect the skin from acne-related infections.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23742288/

Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract : Has skin conditioning, antioxidant and UV protecting properties.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29870052/

Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract : This resin extract helps to revitalise and firm up the skin.
https://d1wqtxts1xzle7.cloudfront.net/47864717/Chemical_composition_of_essential_oil_an20160807-22753-phsoy9-with-cover-page-v2.pdf?Expires=1652768393&Signature=XapfSKvI7iCdxwGbYaRAIl5wcWFtUs1eX199MzINUecpGfdG6-RK1hNPgzEgPASh0QaOl-kgjwZhwx01hgLuPYiBsX195nRcwqJGCyxek-pxLMifDebTl5vpmmiSbRLI78c2AiKyltcNqxihdgR6coYg17uDU8Q9VSdZTdEJE77D4eqkiO3faF~NSeoiyupFfx92AMOF2z9BHvez64Wjv8t9OXH3ppySluE2RbH9osyWKv38vjxIp1BYIGpR9~IOSPZcFNH1n6bchKcAUZfwpczYeuGtxtpq-8iWXwLzv99wE-ojyq4-VMlScYb6s2I8~WOm1vXYst0OPYjQhHzyRA__&Key-Pair-Id=APKAJLOHF5GGSLRBV4ZA

Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil: This nourishing oil packed with essential fatty acids helps treat dryness and deeply moisturises the skin making it soft and smooth.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5796020/

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil: Protects from sun damage, soothes and moisturizes the skin.
https://downloads.hindawi.com/journals/jchem/2013/408194.pdf

Lecithin (and) Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate: An effective emollient that creates a barrier on the skin, sealing in moisture in the epidermal layer of the skin.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11358109/

Oxothiazolidine Carboxylic Acid: The cysteine complex works on dark patches and pigmented areas effectively and also provides antioxidant protection to the skin.

Hydrated silica: Stimulates collagen production and thus also helps in improving the texture of the skin.
​​https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/silica092019FR.pdf

Sodium Gluconate: Functions as a chelating agent and humectant.
PubChem Compound Summary for CID 517056, Gluconate sodium

Phenoxyethanol and Ethylhexylglycerin: A combination of skin-softening, antimicrobial and a preservative required to keep the serum fresh and free from any microbial growth.
Contact Dermatitis. 2016 May;74(5):281-8

Triethanolamine: A pH balancer and emulsion stabiliser which is completely safe to use.
Int J Toxicol. 2013 May-Jun;32(3 Suppl):59S-83S

Xanthan gum: Moisturising and thickening agents, and also texture enhancers.
Int J Toxicol. 2016, Vol. 35(Supplement 1) 5S-49S

Aqua, Mandelic acid, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Propylene glycol, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Xanthan gum, Triethanolamine, Hydrated silica, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Oxothiazolidine Carboxylic Acid, Sodium gluconate

Highly moisturising ingredients such as ceramides and nourishing butters can be used along with the Brightening Body Serum.

1. Patch testing prior to use is advised
2. All products are gender-neutral
3. Best suited for individuals above 18 years of age.

This body serum best suits people with

• Dry skin
• Combination skin
• Oily skin
• Normal skin
• Sensitive skin

Use body serum, if your concerns are

• Dark knees & elbows
• Pigmented neck, underarms and thighs
• Uneven skin tone
• Dark patches

Shipping

Where do we ship to?

We ship to almost every city in India. We do not offer an international shipping option currently, but we hope to offer it in the future.

How long does an order take to process?

We try to process the orders within 24 working hours, in most cases we try to fulfil the order within 3 working days, but please allow us 7 working days to fulfil the order. Order delivery time may vary during peak periods(after/during product launches, holidays and special promotions)

How long does it take to ship?

We ship all confirmed orders within 24 working hours. You will receive an email once your order is shipped with your tracking number. We work as hard as we can to try to meet your expectations, but sometimes there may be delays – e.g. because of postal/carrier delays, logistics, bad weather, or things out of our control.

How can you track your order?

Once your order has been dispatched from our warehouse, you will receive an email with your tracking information.

Cancellations

You can cancel your orders by writing to us on our Email ID – wecare@thedeconstruct.in or please call us on 080-471-05772 (Monday to Friday, 10AM to 7PM & Saturday 10AM to 4PM)and we will help you in cancelling the order.

How will I receive the refund for my cancelled order?

For prepaid orders, money will be returned to the bank account/credit/debit card or where the payment was made within 7 business working days.We will be able to credit to the original method of payment,we cannot refund to another alternative card.

Please Note: Orders can only be cancelled before they are shipped.

Returns and Refund

Thank you for shopping at The Deconstruct. We have made all our products with utmost care and deep scientific knowledge with an understanding of most skin types. If you are still not completely satisfied with a purchase, please reach out to us and we will put all our efforts to help you.

We offer refund / replacement only in following cases:

1. Wrong product delivered
2. Expired product delivered
3. Damaged product delivered – Physical damage/ tampered product or packaging.
4. Missing product

Step 1 – Raise a request within 2 days from the date of delivery through Email –
wecare@thedeconstruct.in or on Whatsapp at +919398249040 with the pictures of the issue
you are facing and your order ID.

Step 2 – Allow us 48 working hours to review your request.

Step 3 – On reviewing your request, we will send our courier partner to collect the product delivered to you.

Step 4 – After your product(s) is received, we will verify it and initiate the replacement or refund accordingly.

Under what conditions return/ replacement requests will not be accepted?

• Opened/used/altered products.
• Original packaging (mono cartons, labels, etc.) missing.
• The return/replacement request is generated after 2 days from the date of delivery.
• The damaged/ missing product is reported after 2 days from the date of delivery.
• Update received as product delivered but product not received and if reported after 24 hours from the time of delivery.

1. Can I use the Brightening Body Serum on my face?
   The Brightening Body Serum is specifically meant to be used on the body. We have a range of facial care products targeting different skin concerns and skin types that we would advise you to use for your facial needs.
2. How to use this product if I am a beginner / first time user?
   For people with sensitive skin type/ who have never used any actives before, start by using it alternate days for the first few weeks and if everything seems fine move on to using it everyday. It is recommended to use a soft rich body cream after body serum. Follow up with a body sunscreen.
3. Is the Brightening Body Serum safe to use for a pregnant and/or a lactating/nursing mother?
   It is recommended to consult a doctor before using any product during pregnancy or lactation period.
4. Is the Brightening Body Serum safe to use for a teenager?
   It is safe to use for all age groups above 18.Patch testing prior to use is advised.
5. Can I use the Brightening Body Serum with other products or actives on my body?
   Yes, you use this serum with products containing hyaluronic acid, ceramide based moisturisers and Vitamin C.
6. What ingredients should I avoid using along with the Brightening Body Serum?
   Avoid using other AHAs, retinol and retinol-based products and chemical peels with the Brightening Body Serum.
7. Will the Brightening Body Serum make me sweat more?
   No, the Brightening Body Serum is very light in weight. It will not cause any sweating.
   
8. Can I use mandelic acid with niacinamide?
   Yes, mandelic acid and niacinamide can be used together as they together work to inhibit tyrosinase activity thereby improving skin texture and help in depigmenting the darkened skin.
9. How are body serums different from body lotions?
   Body serums are usually lightweight water based easily absorbing products consisting of concentrated actives that are added to target specific skin concerns whereas body lotions are thicker occlusives that form a layer on the skin and lock in moisture.
10. How often should I use a body serum?
    Body serum can be used once everyday after shower.
11. Can I use body serum on sensitive skin?
    Yes, body serum can be used by sensitive skin. Start using twice a week initially and slowly increase the frequency to everyday once your skin gets used to the active. Layer it up with a moisturizing body cream or a body lotion for best results.
12. What does a body serum do?
    Brightening Body serum works on body pigmentation on the areas such as knees, elbows, underarms, thighs and nape of the neck.
    Yes, you can mix body serum with a lotion containing moisturising ingredients such as ceramides and hyaluronic acid.
    
13. What skin types can use the Brightening Body Serum?
    Brightening Body serum is suitable for all skin types. Individuals with sensitive skin types are recommended to use the product carefully, starting with a very small quantity and slowly increasing the frequency once the skin gets used to the product.
14. Can I use the Brightening Body Serum daily? Will mandelic acid cause any harm to my skin?
    Yes, you can use brightening body serum daily. Mandelic acid is very mild and will not cause any irritation. To begin with, start using twice a week and slowly increase the frequency once your skin gets used to the active.
15. Where do you apply body serum?
    The people with pigmentation or darkened skin on areas such as elbows, knees, underarms, inner thighs, can use this serum.

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