Active, targeted, purposeful.

Each ingredient in the Complexion Prep Serum was chosen for a specific job in the barrier-activation process.

✦Niacinamide (10%)

At 10% concentration, visibly refines pores, regulates sebum, and fades the appearance of dark spots — all without disrupting barrier integrity. One of the most well-researched actives in skincare, and the backbone of this formula.

Pore refining · Brightening

✦Hyaluronic Acid

Draws moisture deep into the dermis and holds it there, plumping fine lines and creating the hydrated, receptive surface that lets the rest of the ritual penetrate further.

Deep hydration · Plumping

✦Goji Berry Extract

Rich in antioxidants, amino acids, and Vitamins C and E, Goji Berry neutralizes free radical damage and supports skin’s natural renewal cycle — brightening tone and lending a healthy, lit-from-within glow.

Brightening · Antioxidant

✦Green Tea Extract

A potent anti-inflammatory packed with EGCG polyphenols that calm redness, protect against UV-induced stress, and help regulate excess oil production without drying the skin out.

Calming · Antioxidant

✦Squalane

A skin-identical lipid that replenishes the barrier’s oil layer, locking in the hydration built by Hyaluronic Acid. Weightless, non-comedogenic, and proven to reduce transepidermal water loss.

Barrier lipid · Moisture lock

✦Rice Lipids

Derived from rice bran, these ceramide-rich lipids reinforce the skin’s natural lipid barrier, improving texture and resilience while delivering the brightening, smoothing properties that Japanese skincare has long relied on.

Barrier repair · Brightening

Full Ingredient List: Water (Aqua), Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Glycerin, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract (Goji Berry), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (Green Tea), Squalane, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract (Rice Lipids), Panthenol, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin.

100% vegan. Free from parabens, sulfates, mineral oil, and synthetic fragrance.

Apply 3–4 drops to clean, toned skin. Press gently into the face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Allow 60 seconds to fully absorb before layering Overnight Glow Cream. Use nightly. Can be used morning and night on non-sensitive skin types. Always follow with SPF in the AM. The Ritual The step that unlocks the rest. Applied after toning, the Complexion Prep Serum opens absorption channels so the Overnight Glow Cream works at full depth — not just on the surface. Cleanse Start with the Ritual Cleansing Oil followed by the Ritual Facial Cleanser for a clean, intact barrier. Tone The Velvet Rose Glow Toner balances pH and primes skin for active ingredient absorption. Complexion Prep Serum 3–4 drops pressed into skin. Wait 60 seconds. You’re now primed for what comes next. Overnight Glow Cream Seal and repair. Because the serum opened the barrier first, every molecule of the glow cream goes deeper.

4.8 ★★★★★

Based on 61 verified reviews

★★★★★

“My skin has never looked this even. I noticed my pores were visibly smaller within the first week. The serum absorbs so fast — no sticky residue at all.”

Jasmine T.

Oily, acne-prone skin · Verified buyer

★★★★★

“I layer this before the Overnight Glow Cream and the difference is night and day. My skin is brighter and more hydrated than it’s ever been. Worth every penny.”

Camille R.

Combination skin · Verified buyer

★★★★★

“I was skeptical about adding another serum step, but this one genuinely earns its place. By week 3 my dark spots had faded noticeably. My whole routine performs better now.”

Monique S.

Hyperpigmentation · Verified buyer

Prep today. Glow by Day 28.

The Complexion Prep Serum compounds with each use, building a stronger foundation for your overnight repair ritual.

Night 1

Softer texture,

refined pores

Niacinamide gets to work from the first application.

Day 7

Brighter, more

even complexion

Vitamin C and Centella visibly lift dullness and calm redness.

Day 28

Firmer skin,

lasting glow

Peptides compound. Pores tighten. The ritual is working.