L'Oreal Paris Glycolic Bright 8% Face Serum for Brightening Dark Spots: Dermatocare review
L'Oreal Paris Glycolic Bright 8% Face Serum, formulated with 2% Niacinamide, 1% Glycolic Acid, 0.2% Capryloyl Salicylic Acid and 2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine, is aligned to Oily, Combination/Normal skin, Non-sensitive skin, with Uneven dull ski.
Overview
Skin type Oily, Combination/Normal
Skin concern Uneven dull skin, No skin issues(18-25 years)
Key Ingredients Niacinamide, Glycolic Acid, 2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine
Specs Mid-Range, Not Fragrance Free, Has silicone
Life stage
Formula highlight
- Skin-lightening ingredient: 2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine (Conc. Not found)
- Niacinamide: 2%
- Exfoliating ingredients: 1% Glycolic Acid, 0.2% Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
- Antioxidant ingredient: Caffeine
- Hydrating ingredients: Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Keep in mind
- 2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine's own percentage is not disclosed, though the combined actives are marketed at 8%
- Contains Alcohol Denat., a solvent alcohol, within the top five ingredients
People also ask
This product complies with all applicable cosmetic safety regulations. Evaluations provided are based on Dermatocare's independent database criteria, which apply stricter benchmarks than standard regulatory guidelines.
Sensitive skin Cautious use: Contains ingredients flagged in our database as common contact sensitizers. Performing a 24-hour patch test is recommended prior to use.
Pregnancy: Cautious Use - Contains ingredients which is flagged on our Pregnancy Ingredient Database for concentration limits. Can be used for short term/intermittent use, as spot treatment, or in rinse off formula. When in doubt consult your physician.
Teens Caution: Compliant with general cosmetic safety standards, but contains ingredients that may be unnecessary or unsuitable for teen skin (such as potent actives, old chemical filters, ingredients under review). A simpler, minimalist formula may be a better fit. Refer to our Teen Skincare Guide for full details.
No. It does not contain any ingredients currently flagged under Dermatocare's internal evaluation criteria. Refer to our Ingredients Under Review Guide for full database benchmarks.
Yes. It contains ingredients evaluated under our database criteria for environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, or aquatic toxicity concerns. Refer to our Environmental Screening Guide for full evaluation benchmarks.
Ingredient list
Aqua / Water, Caprylyl Methicone, Niacinamide, Alcohol Denat., Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Caffeine, Potassium Hydroxide, Linalool, Glycolic Acid, 2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine, Sodium Thiosulfate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Chlorphenesin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Poloxamer 338, Limonene, Tocopherol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Citronellol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Xanthan Gum, Menthoxypropanediol, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, PEG-12 Dimethicone/PPG-20 Crosspolymer, CI 17200 / Red 33, CI 42090 / Blue 1, Parfum / Fragrance.
Source: https://www.nykaa.com/l-oreal-paris-glycolic-bright-skin-brightening-serum/p/7010178?skuId=7010173
Date: 15 September 2026
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