Skinpiens
SKINPIENS® Fortress+ Brightening Serum with Illumys®
SKINPIENS® Fortress+ Brightening Serum with Illumys®
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A tri-functional serum that visibly brightens skin tone, soothes irritation, and helps reduce breakouts.
Supercharged with Illumys®, this formula features a 10% brightening active blend of
- Illumys® (ginger roots extract)
- L. plantarum postbiotic
- Tranexamic acid
- Niacinamide
- Ceramides
to promote a clearer, more radiant-looking complexion while reducing breakouts via skin microbiome balancing.
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin and those concerned with hyperpigmentation & acne marks.
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Founder's note
I reformulated Fortress because I truly believe brightening your skin shouldn't have to hurt. Most products are just too aggressive, so I curated ingredients that deliver a serious glow while actually soothing inflammation. By combining Illumys and postbiotics, we’ve created a formula that doesn't just lift dark spots—it keeps your skin balanced and breakouts at bay.
Stay glowing.
Kris
Founder, Skinpiens
How to Use
Dispense 1-2 pumps onto onto your fingertips and apply evenly to the face, gently tapping until fully absorbed. Apply twice a day AM & PM.
Ingredients
Aqua (Water), Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, Glycerin, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Beeswax, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Sweet Almond Oil, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract (llumys®️), Triheptanoin, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NS, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AS, Ceramide AP, Oryza Sativa (Rice Bran) Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Cholesterol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Olive Oil PEG-7, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glyceryl Stearate, 2,3-Butanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin.
FAQ
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
Absolutely. We specifically curated ingredients that calm the skin, making it effective for brightening without the typical redness or stinging.
When should I use it? Can I use it during daytime?
Yes definitely! For the best results, apply it twice daily (morning and night) on clean skin before your moisturizer.
Can it really help with acne?
Yes. The postbiotics balance your skin’s microbiome, which helps keep acne-causing bacteria in check and prevents future breakouts.
How is the texture like?
Not at all. It’s a lightweight formula designed to sink in quickly, making it easy to layer under makeup or sunscreen.
Is it pregnancy safe?
Yes, it doesn't contain any teratogenic (non-pregnancy safe) ingredients.
Customers are saying
- 5 stars: 3 (100%)
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非常謝謝Skinpiens,讓我抗痘、抗痘印的8-10年來,第一次覺得產品有用,比皮膚科醫生開的A酸和美白精華還有效果。
那時看 Kris 提到抗發炎、抗菌,我才知道原來痘痘/ 痘印治不好的其中一個原因,也可以是因為壞的菌群,尤其是潮濕的馬來西亞。
其實我用第三~第五天,效果就非常明顯了,間中雖然偶爾還是有痘痘,但頻率變少,痘印也更快消。
我早晚都各用兩Pump,一個月就用完了,大概用2罐,肉眼看痘印就淡化超不多60~70%了,很開心遇到Skinpiens❤️!
用了一个多月,真的很满意!最明显的感觉就是肤色变亮了,看起来没那么暗沉,而且痘痘也比之前少了很多。质地清爽、很好吸收,不会黏腻,也没有刺激感。
用了它之后,我之前一直在用的 K 牌精华几乎直接被我闲置了,现在每天都更想用这瓶。会继续坚持使用,希望肤况越来越稳定,推荐给想改善暗沉和痘痘的人!目前已经是我护肤步骤里不能少的一瓶了,一定要买。
- 5 stars: 3 (100%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)
非常謝謝Skinpiens,讓我抗痘、抗痘印的8-10年來,第一次覺得產品有用,比皮膚科醫生開的A酸和美白精華還有效果。
那時看 Kris 提到抗發炎、抗菌,我才知道原來痘痘/ 痘印治不好的其中一個原因,也可以是因為壞的菌群,尤其是潮濕的馬來西亞。
其實我用第三~第五天,效果就非常明顯了,間中雖然偶爾還是有痘痘,但頻率變少,痘印也更快消。
我早晚都各用兩Pump,一個月就用完了,大概用2罐,肉眼看痘印就淡化超不多60~70%了,很開心遇到Skinpiens❤️!
用了一个多月,真的很满意!最明显的感觉就是肤色变亮了,看起来没那么暗沉,而且痘痘也比之前少了很多。质地清爽、很好吸收,不会黏腻,也没有刺激感。
用了它之后,我之前一直在用的 K 牌精华几乎直接被我闲置了,现在每天都更想用这瓶。会继续坚持使用,希望肤况越来越稳定,推荐给想改善暗沉和痘痘的人!目前已经是我护肤步骤里不能少的一瓶了,一定要买。