Face
Advanced Brightening Moisturizer
A lightweight vitamin C cream with ceramides, shea butter and hyaluronic acid
- Size
- 1.7 fl oz / 50 mL
- Texture
- A lightweight cream that sinks in quickly and leaves a soft, healthy-looking glow.
Sold and shipped by Amazon.
Dermatologist tested*
Repeat insult patch test on 52 adults supervised by a consulting dermatologist, Princeton Consumer Research, 2023. No irritation or allergic reactions were observed.
Key ingredients
Vitamin C (Gleam C)
Kakadu plum and other Australian fruits plus stable vitamin C for a brighter, more even-looking tone.
Read the deep dive: Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (THD): The Oil-Soluble Vitamin CThree ceramides
Barrier-friendly lipids that help skin hold on to moisture and feel soft and comfortable.
Electrolytes
Zinc, magnesium and manganese PCA help keep skin hydrated and looking energized.
Shea butter
Rich, nourishing moisture without a heavy feel.
Hyaluronic acid
Draws in water for plumper, hydrated-looking skin.
Turmeric
Our signature glow ingredient, found across the Gleamin range.
How to use
- Cleanse, then apply your serum.
- Massage a dime-sized amount over your face and neck.
- Use morning and night. In the morning, finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.
Who it's for
- Dry, dull or dehydrated-looking skin
- Skin prone to dark spots and uneven-looking tone
- Anyone who wants hydration and brightening in one step
What we tested
Dermatologist tested1
1. Repeat insult patch test on 52 adults supervised by a consulting dermatologist, Princeton Consumer Research, 2023. No irritation or allergic reactions were observed.
Full ingredients
Full ingredients
Aqua (Water/Eau), Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Jojoba Oil/Macadamia Seed Oil Esters, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetyl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Isostearyl Isostearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Dimethicone, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Zinc PCA, Magnesium PCA, Manganese PCA, Sodium PCA, Citrus Glauca Fruit Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Syzygium Luehmannii Fruit Extract, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Powder, Squalene, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Gluconolactone, Calcium Gluconate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Stearic Acid, Phytosterols, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Carbomer, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Mica, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol
About this product
Brightening works best on skin that's well hydrated. The Advanced Brightening Moisturizer does both jobs in one lightweight cream, so your routine stays simple.
What's inside
Gleam C, our blend of vitamin C-rich Australian fruits including Kakadu plum and desert lime, works alongside stable forms of vitamin C and turmeric for a brighter, more even-looking tone. Three ceramides, shea butter and hyaluronic acid help skin hold on to moisture, and a trio of electrolytes (zinc, magnesium and manganese PCA) keeps it looking fresh and energized. A touch of mica gives an instant soft glow. There's no added fragrance.
What to expect
- From the first use: skin feels soft, comfortable and hydrated.
- Over 8 to 12 weeks of daily use: a brighter, more even-looking complexion, with dark spots looking less noticeable. Results vary from person to person.
Where it fits
Cleanse, apply the Superactive Serum, then smooth on the moisturizer morning and night. Want extra richness? Press a drop of Supernutrient Oil on top. In the morning, always finish with sunscreen. See the full brightening routine, and learn about the oil-soluble vitamin C inside.
The moisturizer is dermatologist tested: a repeat insult patch test on 52 adults found no irritation or allergic reactions. Find it in our Amazon store.
*This is general information and isn't medical advice. If you have a skin condition or concern, talk to a doctor or dermatologist.
Questions about this product
Can I use the Advanced Brightening Moisturizer day and night?
Yes. Use a dime-sized amount on your face and neck morning and night, after your serum. In the morning, follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.
Does it work under makeup and sunscreen?
Yes. It's lightweight and absorbs quickly. Give it a minute to settle, then apply sunscreen and makeup as usual.
Is it good for oily or combination skin?
It's a lightweight cream rather than a heavy balm, so many people with combination skin like it. If you're very oily, try it at night first, or use a little less on your T-zone.
Does the moisturizer contain fragrance?
No. There's no added fragrance. The full ingredient list is on this page.
Do I need a serum if I use a brightening moisturizer?
You don't have to, but they work well together. The Superactive Serum delivers a concentrated dose of vitamin C and niacinamide, and the moisturizer seals in hydration on top.
Related articles
RoutinesBrightening Skin Routine: Morning and Night, Step by Step
A simple morning and night routine for a brighter, more even-looking tone: the right product order, a weekly mask, and tweaks for dry, oily and sensitive skin.
By Gleamin Team
IngredientsTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (THD): The Oil-Soluble Vitamin C
THD is the gentle, oil-soluble vitamin C that works in creams and oils. What it is, what the research says, how it compares and how to use it.By Gleamin Team
IngredientsVitamin C for Dark Spots and Hyperpigmentation: How It Works
How vitamin C works on hyperpigmentation, which forms stay stable, how to use it step by step with sunscreen, and what to expect over 8 to 12 weeks.By Gleamin TeamThe new Gleamin
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