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TRULY Glass Skin Facial Serum for skin with dark spots

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TRULY Glass Skin Facial Serum

Average

  • AverageNormal Skin Fit
  • AverageEffectiveness
  • HighSafety

Works for skin with dark spots; other moisturizers fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dark spots: hyperpigmentation, sun spots, and uneven skin tone. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • This serum offers moderate hydration for your normal skin, with glycerin and sodium hyaluronate providing humectant benefits, but it does not directly address your primary concern of pigmentation.
  • While the formula is generally safe and suitable for normal skin, it lacks sufficient emollients for optimal nourishment and does not contain ingredients specifically targeted for pigmentation concerns.
  • The product has a good safety profile with no reported irritation risks for normal skin due to the absence of harsh or prohibited ingredients.

How to apply

  • Could be used as part of your AM and PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin likes it.
  • Apply this moisturizer after your cleanser and toner, right before your morning SPF.
  • Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin. Avoid rubbing it too hard so it absorbs nicely.
  • For the best moisture, you can apply it when your skin is slightly damp. This helps your skin stay soft and happy.
  • Remember to avoid the eye area when applying. Always do a patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.2Overall rating based on 500+ reviews

The serum is widely praised for its hydrating properties and lightweight, whipped consistency that leaves skin feeling smooth and refreshed. However, many users and experts caution that it functions more like a basic moisturizer than a targeted serum, and those with acne-prone skin should be wary of potentially pore-clogging ingredients like coconut oil and cocoa butter.

Highlights

  • Deeply hydrating Often Mentioned
    • “Leaves skin feeling hydrated”
    • “Great for dry skin”
    • “Provides lasting moisture”
  • Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
    • “Feels like a whipped gel”
    • “Absorbs quickly”
    • “Not heavy on skin”
  • Misleading name Often Mentioned
    • “Not a true serum”
    • “More of a cream”
    • “Doesn't give glass skin”
  • Cooling sensation Sometimes Noted
    • “Refreshing when applied”
    • “Soothing on contact”
    • “Feels cooling”
  • Skin smoothing Sometimes Noted
    • “Made my face smooth”
    • “Softens upper skin layer”
    • “Improves skin texture”
  • Lacks active results Sometimes Noted
    • “No change in pores”
    • “Didn't exfoliate”
    • “Basic moisturizer only”
  • Potential breakouts Sometimes Noted
    • “Caused new breakouts”
    • “Clogged my pores”
    • “Not for acne-prone skin”
  • Can feel greasy Rarely Noted
    • “A bit too greasy”
    • “Left a residue”
    • “Heavy if layered”

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Questions and answers

How well does the TRULY Glass Skin Facial Serum work for skin with dark spots?

This serum works moderately well for your skin, providing hydration with glycerin and sodium hyaluronate, though it does not directly target dark spots. A product for this skin needs ingredients that provide effective hydration and support for pigmentation concerns without any risk of irritation.

Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Antioxidants, 2021

Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for skin with dark spots?

This serum is an average fit for skin with dark spots because it lacks ingredients specifically targeted for pigmentation concerns. A product of this type needs ingredients like niacinamide and vitamin C to fade dark spots and brighten the skin.

Antioxidants, 2021

What does Jojoba Oil do for skin with dark spots?

Jojoba oil is unlikely to directly fade dark spots, but it helps strengthen your skin barrier and keeps skin smooth. To tackle dark spots effectively, you need a product that contains targeted brightening ingredients like vitamin C.

International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2022International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2017

What does Niacinamide do for skin with dark spots?

Niacinamide helps fade dark spots and uneven pigmentation by slowing down the transfer of pigment in the skin. It is generally well tolerated and may improve overall skin brightness with consistent use.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002Antioxidants, 2021

Where does it go in a skincare routine for skin with dark spots?

This serum goes in the evening routine after your cleansing toner and before your moisturizer. Skin with dark spots needs products that include targeted brightening ingredients and rich nourishing softeners to help fade discoloration.

Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this serum with retinol, applying the serum before your retinol treatment at night. It provides moderate hydration to help keep your skin comfortable, though skin with dark spots needs a product that includes targeted brightening ingredients like vitamin C or kojic acid.

How often should I use it?

You can use this serum in your evening routine, applying it after cleansing and before moisturizing. This product of this type needs richer softening ingredients and specific brightening components to properly target dark spots.

Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for skin with dark spots?

This serum may cause breakouts for skin with dark spots, as reviewers note moderate concerns with potential breakouts. To better fit skin with dark spots, a product of this type needs targeted brightening ingredients and a non-greasy formula that minimizes pore-clogging risks.

Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?

You can use this serum around your eyes and on your body, as its gentle formula has a good safety profile and is unlikely to cause irritation. Because the skin around the eyes is much thinner than on most of the body, a moisturizing treatment like this helps keep that delicate area soft and hydrated.

Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (ethanol and alcohol).

What the research says

  • A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017

  • Topical treatment of nicotinamide, alone or in combination with other active ingredients, reduces the progression of skin aging and hyperpigmentation in clinical trials while being well tolerated.

    Antioxidants, 2021

  • Clay jojoba oil facial masks reduced total skin lesions by a mean of 54% after 6 weeks in 133 participants with acne-prone, lesioned skin and mild acne compared to baseline.

    Forschende Komplementarmedizin, 2012

  • Topical application of jojoba wax reduced LPS-induced secretion of IL-6, IL-8, and TNFα by approximately 30% and increased the synthesis of pro-collagen III and hyaluronic acid compared to untreated skin in an ex-vivo human skin organ culture model.

    Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024

  • Topical jojoba oil application in male mice decreased exercise-induced pro-inflammatory gene expression (Il-1b and Il-6 in soleus, Il-1b in gastrocnemius) compared to untreated exercised mice.

    Biomolecules, 2025

  • Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021

  • Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.

    The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008

  • Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.

    Dermatologic Surgery, 2005

  • Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011

  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022

  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 2019

  • A cream combining propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera reduced erythema scars, acne severity index, and total lesion count better than erythromycin cream in sixty patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris compared to placebo.

    Clinical Pharmacology, 2018

  • Topical aloe vera gel significantly accelerated split-thickness skin graft donor-site healing compared to placebo in 12 patients, but showed no significant difference in pain relief.

    Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2018

  • Topical application of Aloe vera cream reduced postoperative pain at rest and during defecation, accelerated wound healing at two weeks, and decreased analgesic requirements in patients after open hemorrhoidectomy compared to placebo.

    Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 2010

  • Topical green tea extract significantly improved clinical symptoms, tear breakup times, and meibomian gland health compared to standard treatment in patients with dry eye and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.

    Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2017

  • Topical low-dose green tea extract reduces UVB-induced p53 expression and apoptosis in human skin keratinocytes compared to placebo.

    Experimental Dermatology, 2009

  • An anti-acne hydrogel containing Aloe barbadensis, Garcinia mangostana, and Camellia sinensis extracts showed superior antiacne and antiblotch activities compared to 1% clindamycin gel in sixty subjects with mild-moderate acne.

    Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019

Why other moisturizers fit skin with dark spots better

Ingredients

Water, Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Squalane, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Jojoba Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil Flower, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract Oat Kernel Extract, Emulsifying Wax, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ethanol, Dmae Bitartrate, Dimethyl Sulfone, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, White Tea Leaf Extract, Willow Bark Extract, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Sunflower Seed Oil, Xanthan Gum, Ascophyllum Nodosum Powder, Alcohol, Vitamin E

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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