10ML/0.34 FL.OZ SIZE
€31.00
30ML/1.01 FL.OZ SIZE
€89.00
SAPPHŌ'S BRIGHTENING SERUM
BRIGHTENING AND TONING GEL-SERUM WITH 17 BIO-ACTIVES
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We formulated our Sapphō’s Brightening Serum to tone and brighten without irritation. This light gel serum with 17 bio-actives is rich in vitamin C and carries AHA fruit acids and soothing organic aloe vera, green tea, cucumber, and ginkgo biloba.
Magnolia berry offers inflammatory properties, and sebum-regulating horsetail prevents breakouts.
The serum is carefully crafted with raw and fresh ingredients, never exposed to heat.
pH: ~ 3.5
KEY BENEFITS
Sapphō’s Brightening Serum tones and brightens your skin and boost collagen production by delivering high vitamin C content. It should be the first serum applied after cleansing, followed by our Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum and Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil to accelerate anti-aging and moisturizing effects.
AROMA
Sapphō’s Brightening Serum carries a refreshing scent of neroli hinted with warm, light honey undertones. Combined with Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum, it creates a unique experience achieved by our meticulous craftsmanship of carefully balancing each component for the desired effect and rich sensory experience.
SUITABLE FOR
All skin types, including acne-prone skin.
MOST NOTICEABLE COMPOUNDS
Discover the 17 bio-actives in our Sapphō’s Brightening Serum.
Our Sapphō’s Brightening Serum is rich in French organic actives. It is always freshly prepared for those who ordered it in the designated period, thus delivered fresh at its most potent.
The unique combination of brightening AHA fruit acids, vitamin C, and deeply soothing ingredients benefits all skin types while offering potent brightening properties.
It blends natural active components without heat to preserve their beneficial nutrients and deeply replenish skin.
- Mist your skin with one of our Skin Tonics of your choice.
- Dispense a quarter of the pipette into your palm and gently apply it to your face, neck, and décolletage.
- Follow up with applying Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum and Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil to amplify the benefits.
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange/Neroli) Flower Water*, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice*, Glycerin*, Aqua, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Maltodextrin, Parfum**, Schisandra Sphenanthera (Schisandra Berry) Fruit Extract****, Lysolecithin, Benzyl Alcohol, Malpighia Punicifolia (Acerola) Fruit Extract*, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail) Extract, Xanthan Gum, Dehydroacetic Acid, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract*, Croton Lechleri (Dragon’s Blood) Resin Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract*, Arthrospira Platensis Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract, Trehalose^, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract****, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Sodium Citrate, Benzyl Benzoate***, Benzyl Cinnamate***
*from organic farming
**100% natural and plant-derived. Made in France from essential oils, isolated fractions from essential oils (compounds obtained by fractional distillation), and aromatic essences extracted from plant raw materials through fermentation, maceration, or hydrolysis processes. Free from synthetics and preservatives.
***natural occurring; from flower blossoms and plants
****CO2 extract
^naturally occurring sugar
IN CIRCULATION
This product is always delivered fresh and never stored by Phaedra Botanicals.- Use Sapphō’s Brightening Serum after misting with a Phaedra Skin Tonic for optimal results.
- Immediately follow up with Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum for a boosted anti-aging effect or with Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil for antioxidant benefits.
- Remember to store the serum in the fridge to preserve its freshness. Note that the serum may change color over time due to the vitamin C effect on the blue-green algae.
- Combine with our Blue Hermēs Revitalizing Mask, applied twice a week for boosted brightening effect.
BIOACTIVES IN OUR SERUM
ACEROLA*°
MALPIGHIA PUNICIFOLIA FRUIT
Essential part of our vitamin C complex, Acerola brightens and boosts collagen production.
ALOE VERA**
ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE
Aloe Vera offers soothing, restorative and moisturizing properties.
BILBERRY
VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT EXTRACT
As a part of our AHA fruit acids, bilberry brightens the skin tone.
BLUE-GREEN ALGAE
ARTHROSPIRA PLATENSIS EXTRACT
Our blue-green algae reduces inflammation and is valuable source of chlorophyll, niacin and complex vitamins and minerals.
CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE
CAPRYLIC/
Derived from coconut oil, our blend of natural medium-chain fatty acids gives our serum a silky feel and velvety texture.
CUCUMBER**
CUCUMIS SATIVUS FRUIT EXTRACT
Cucumber improves complexion and overall health of the skin, helps to soothe puffy eyes, and moisturizes profoundly.
DRAGON'S BLOOD
CROTON LECHLERI RESIN EXTRACT
Resin from the Croton Lechleri tree is an innovative, potent active ingredient that contributes to the reparation and regeneration of the tissues.
GINKGO BILOBA
GINKGO BILOBA LEAF EXTRACT
Ginkgo has potent age-defying properties. It boosts blood micro-circulation and acts as a toning agent.
GREEN TEA EXTRACT*
CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT
Our hydro-glycerine green tea extract delivers antiaging properties while preventing acne. Together with Acerola fruit and AHA fruit acids, it evens out skin tone.
HORSETAIL
EQUISETUM ARVENSE EXTRACT
Horsetail has excellent sebum-regulating properties and tones skin. It also shows anti-irritant, anti-inflammatory, and firming effects.
LEMON
CITRUS LIMON FRUIT EXTRACT
Lemon has whitening effects and boosts collagen production.
LICORICE
GLYCYRRHIZA URALENSIS ROOT EXTRACT
Licorice has anti-acne properties due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory compounds.
MAGNOLIA BERRY
SCHIZANDRA SPHENANTHERA FRUIT EXTRACT
Schisandra or magnolia berry has anti-inflammatory properties and prevents oxidative cell damage.
NEROLI*
CITRUS AURANTIUM AMARA FLOWER WATER
Neroli has moisturizing, toning, regenerative, comforting, and uplifting properties.
ORANGE
CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS FRUIT EXTRACT
As part of our AHA fruit acids and in combination with bitter orange water (neroli) and vitamin C from acerola fruit, orange repairs free radical damage and stimulates collagen production.
SUGARCANE
SACCHARUM OFFICINARUM EXTRACT
As part of our AHA fruit acids, sugarcane fights acne, exfoliates, and reduces blemishes.
SUGAR MAPLE
ACER SACCHARUM EXTRACT
Sugar maple together with sugarcane helps slough off dead skin.

Our Gingko Biloba from France provides antiaging properties.
INTENSIVE ANTIAGING TREATMENT

Brighten and tone
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Brighten without irritation with our Sapphō’s Brightening Serum.

Seal and lock the moisture in
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If your skin is extremely dehydrated, use Eratō’s Multipurpose Essence instead of Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil.
FAQS
WHAT IS SAPPHŌ'S BRIGHTENING SERUM USED FOR?
Sapphō’s Brightening Serum is an outstanding solution that combats aging and brightens and improves skin tone. It is designed to work hand in hand with our Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum for boosted antiaging treatment and Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil to combat ROS-aging in the skin.
The Brightening Serum is formulated with powerful ingredients to hydrate, brighten, and firm the skin. It contains antioxidants that help protect the skin from free radicals and environmental stressors, which can accelerate aging. Additionally, the serum is rich in vitamins and minerals that nourish and revitalize the skin and boost collagen production, leaving your skin looking refreshed and luminous.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I USE SAPPHŌ'S BRIGHTENING SERUM?
For best results, we recommend using Sapphō’s Brightening Serum each morning before applying Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum and Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil.
Start by applying a small amount of the Brightening Serum to your face and neck, gently massaging it into your skin. Before it absorbs completely, follow up immediately with Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum to boost collagen production, improve skin texture and elasticity, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Finally, finish your skincare routine with a few drops of Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil to deeply nourish and protect your skin against environmental stressors and free radicals.
These products in the recommended order will provide a comprehensive and effective anti-aging treatment for your skin, helping you achieve a more youthful, radiant complexion.
CAN I USE SAPPHŌ'S BRIGHTENING SERUM DURING PREGNANCY?
Sapphō’s Brightening Serum contains licorice extract, which may be a concern during pregnancy. As a precaution, we recommend switching to our Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum (hereafter HDTP Serum) if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum is a safe alternative for expecting and nursing mothers. It is formulated with a unique blend of botanical extracts free from ingredients that may be of concern during pregnancy.
Additionally, HDTP Serum is tested for toxic compounds such as Arsenic (As), Cadmium (Cd), Copper (Cu), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), and Iron (Fe) to guarantee non-toxicity.
Using Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum during pregnancy will help keep your skin youthful and radiant without any risk to your health or your baby. You can follow up with our Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil, which is tested for 21 toxic compounds, including heavy metals, mycotoxins, phthalates, and others.
Last but not least, we always recommend consulting your healthcare provider before using new skincare products during pregnancy.
WHAT PRODUCTS DOES SAPPHŌ'S BRIGHTENING SERUM WORK WELL WITH?
Our Sapphō’s Brightening Serum is formulated to complement our other skincare products, including our Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum, Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil, and our line of botanical Skin Tonics and Cleansers.
When used with Hana Defies Time Phytotherapy Serum, the Brightening Serum’s powerful ingredients synergistically boost collagen production, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and improve skin texture and tone.
Meanwhile, our Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil helps to deliver antioxidants that protect the skin against ROS-induced aging.
To get the most out of your skincare routine, we recommend using our Blue Hermēs Revitalizing Mask 2-3 times a week if you have combination or oily skin and 1-2 times a week if you have dry skin. This mask is formulated with natural ingredients, including our blue-green algae and baobab, to detoxify and soothe the skin, leaving it feeling soft and refreshed.
If your skin is dry or sensitive, but you want to brighten and tone your skin, you can substitute the Ex Prūnīs Antioxidant Treatment Oil with richer Eratō’s Multipurpose Essence in combination with our Sapphō’s Brightening Serum.
IS SAPPHŌ'S BRIGHTENING SERUM VEGAN?
Yes! All Phaedra Botanicals products are vegan.
We are proud to be a vegan brand committed to creating skincare products that are effective but also ethical and sustainable.
Our ingredients are carefully selected and sourced from suppliers who share our commitment to animal welfare. We work with trusted suppliers committed to sustainability and ethical sourcing practices, ensuring that our ingredients are vegan and of the highest quality.
IS PHAEDRA BOTANICALS CRUELTY-FREE?
Yes, that’s correct! At Phaedra Botanicals, we are proud to be cruelty-free and committed to creating skincare products that are effective but also ethical and sustainable. We firmly believe that animal testing is unnecessary and unethical, and we are committed to ensuring that our products are never tested on animals.
As a European company based within the EU, we follow the strict regulations governing the beauty industry, which bans all animal testing on final products or ingredients included. It means that we review each component regarding this matter to guarantee that our products are 100% cruelty-free and that no animals have been harmed in any aspect of our product development, ingredients sourcing, or production processes.
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