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Ultra Clarifying Bio Exfoliating Serum 4% Glycolic Acid

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Resurface gently. Wake up clearer.

An overnight renewal serum with 4% glycolic acid, balanced by four peptides, humectants and replenishing botanical oils. Smoother texture, brighter tone and fewer congested pores, without the sting.

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  • Fragrance-free, dermatologically tested, non-comedogenic
Active4% glycolic acid, pH 3.6 to 3.9
4 weeks−3.32% pores, −4.10% melanin
WhenEvening use, sunscreen the next day

Clinically evaluated over 4 weeks

Instrumental measurement under dermatological supervision: pores, pigmentation, wrinkle depth and moisturisation, before and after.

−3.32%pore size
−4.10%melanin (pigmentation)
−7.13%wrinkles, measured
+12.38%skin moisturisation
Skin pore measurement, dermatological imaging. Left: before. Right: after 4 weeks.
Skin pore measurement, dermatological imaging. Left: before. Right: after 4 weeks.

Use in the evening. Daily sunscreen recommended the following day. Individual results vary.

Skin science

Dull skin is old skin that has not left yet.

Dead surface cells cling on with bonds. They scatter light, trap oil in pores and make tone look uneven. Glycolic acid loosens those bonds.

Glycolic acid is the smallest AHA, so it moves evenly through the surface layer, dissolving the glue between dull cells so they shed on their own overnight. At 4% and a pH of 3.6 to 3.9 it is effective and safe for regular use.

Most exfoliants stop there and leave the skin tight. This one replaces what exfoliation takes: prickly pear and argan oils for lipids, glycerin and propanediol for water, clary sage and Tetrapeptide-34 to calm redness, and four peptides to hold firmness while the surface renews.

Texture

Smoother by morning as dull cells shed evenly instead of in patches.

Tone

Pigmentation and sun spots fade as renewal speeds up; methyl undecenoyl leucinate evens the complexion.

Pores

Less build-up, less congestion, fewer breakouts.

Fine lines

Retinol-like Tripeptide-31, without the irritation.

Acid, then everything the acid takes

Renewal balanced with hydration, soothing and barrier support. Fragrance-free.

Renewal

4% glycolic acid

The smallest AHA. Loosens the bonds between dull surface cells, smoothing texture and brightening tone.

Nourishment

Prickly pear & argan oils

Lightweight, nutrient-rich oils that replenish lipids and prevent post-exfoliation tightness.

Hydration

Glycerin & propanediol

Draw water into the skin for immediate hydration and suppleness during exfoliation.

Firmness & calm

Peptide complex

Tripeptide-31, Tetrapeptide-6, Tetrapeptide-34 and Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 for renewal, repair, calm and collagen.

Brightening

Methyl undecenoyl leucinate

Helps improve uneven tone and restore a balanced complexion.

Soothing

Clary sage & vitamin E acetate

Calms visible redness and protects the barrier during resurfacing.

Full ingredient list
Prickly pear seed oil, Argan oil, Clary sage extract, Myristoyl Tripeptide-31, Myristoyl Tetrapeptide-6, Myristoyl Tetrapeptide-34, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Methyl undecenoyl leucinate, Glycerin, propanediol & butylene glycol, Glycolic acid, 4%, Vitamin E (tocopherol / tocopheryl acetate), Phenoxyethanol & ethylhexylglycerin, Amber glass.Every ingredient, explained

The renewal ritual

Evenings. Start with one or two nights a week and build up as your skin allows.

Clean, dry skin

Cleanse

Clean, dry skin

Wait a minute after cleansing so the skin is dry, not damp.

A thin layer, face and neck

Apply

A thin layer, face and neck

Avoid the eye area. A light tingle is normal; a sting is not.

Night Cream on top

Seal

Night Cream on top

Lipids and peptides finish the job while the surface renews. Sunscreen tomorrow.

Morning

Not a morning product. The Day Cream, with its UV filters, is part of this ritual the next day.

Evening

Cleanse, Ultra Clarifying, Night Cream. Skip the serum on renewal nights, or use it under the cream if skin feels dry.

The morning after

Noticeably smoother, clearer, brighter and more hydrated.

Weeks 2 to 4

Tone evens, congestion clears, pores look refined.

Ongoing

Keep the rhythm your skin tolerates. Renewal is a rhythm, not a race.

What women with reactive skin say

★★★★★  4.7 on Trustpilot

I have sensitive skin and this is the first serum that hasn't caused any redness. Absolutely love it.

Verified buyerUltra Clarifying Bio Exfoliating Serum

The glow is real. My skin looks visibly smoother and brighter after just two weeks of use.

@anagav.osornoThe Power Trio

Sacra products are one of the very few that I can use freely without worrying about congesting my skin.

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Questions, answered

Can sensitive skin use an acid?

At 4% and a pH of 3.6 to 3.9, balanced with peptides, humectants and oils, it was designed to. Start with one night a week and build up. Suitable for sensitive skin when used as directed.

Morning or evening?

Evening only. Use sunscreen, or the Day Cream, the following day.

Can I use it with the serum?

Yes. On renewal nights apply the exfoliant first, then the Night Cream. Add the serum under the cream if your skin feels dry.

Will it sting?

A light tingle for a few seconds is normal. If it stings, rinse, wait a few days and reduce the frequency.

Is there retinol in it?

No. Myristoyl Tripeptide-31 gives retinol-like renewal without the irritation.