Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex: a Guru Score of 88%

What the experts use it for.

The concerns the experts tie this product to, in their own words. Paid and founder takes don't count.

Breakouts and acne1 expert

“It is probably my most recommended product for people who are trying to conceive or who are pregnant or who are breastfeeding and are really worried about what's going to be in their skincare but really want something that is effective that's going to help with breakouts and pigmentation and skin texture.”

Dr. Sam Ellis, watch at 16:20

Dark spots and post-acne marks1 expert

“This has both azelaic acid and glycolic acid and it's primarily formulated to help brighten the skin and fight hyperpigmentation, but if you had acne and you're getting post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation as well, this is a really nice option.”

Dr. Sam Ellis, watch at 14:13

Melasma1 expert

“This was the exfoliant I used the most during my pregnancy when I was really trying to combat hyperpigmentation or melasma.”

Dr. Sam Ellis, watch at 10:31

Dull skin1 expert

“The lower concentration of glycolic acid is going to help to hydrate the skin over time, help to smooth the skin, reduce dullness, and help to improve the appearance of fine lines.”

Dr. Jenny Liu, watch at 9:50

Rough or uneven texture1 expert

“It is probably my most recommended product for people who are trying to conceive or who are pregnant or who are breastfeeding and are really worried about what's going to be in their skincare but really want something that is effective that's going to help with breakouts and pigmentation and skin texture.”

Dr. Sam Ellis, watch at 16:20

Fine lines and wrinkles1 expert

“For those with more mature skin so dryness fine line wrinkles uneven skin tone due to excessive sun exposure and sun damage, the Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex contains glycolic and azelaic acid and has a creamy texture that's going to leave your skin feeling hydrated and nourished.”

Dr. Jenny Liu, watch at 9:50

What the gurus are saying.

Every take we've logged from this product's reviews across YouTube. Click any row to watch the moment they said it.

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Dr. Jenny Liu

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"For those with more mature skin so dryness fine line wrinkles uneven skin tone due to excessive sun exposure and sun damage, the Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex contains glycolic and azelaic acid and has a creamy texture that's going to leave your skin feeling hydrated and nourished. The lower concentration of glycolic acid is going to help to hydrate the skin over time, help to smooth the skin, reduce dullness, and help to improve the appearance of fine lines."

Dr. Sam Ellis

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"I really like my Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex. This is a complex that has glycolic acid and [azelaic] acid. During my pregnancy I was able to use it pretty much every single night. But [...] now that I still like to incorporate that, I only use it from time to time because I'm using a retinoid and I don't need it as often."

Top Pick: azelaic acid product for pregnancy-safe hyperpigmentation treatment

All 4 takes from Dr. Sam Ellis

Dermatologists Best Skincare Ingredients for Acne (Salicylic Acid, Sulfur, Benzoyl Peroxide, & More)

"Probably my favorite over-the-counter product that has azelaic acid in it is the Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex. This has both azelaic acid and glycolic acid and it's primarily formulated to help brighten the skin and fight hyperpigmentation, but if you had acne and you're getting post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation as well, this is a really nice option. I know so many dermatologists, including myself, who use this."

Dermatologist’s Best Skincare Ingredients for Hyperpigmentation (Melasma, Dark Spots, & More)

"This has a combination of azelaic acid and glycolic acid. It is probably my most recommended product for people who are trying to conceive or who are pregnant or who are breastfeeding and are really worried about what's going to be in their skincare but really want something that is effective that's going to help with breakouts and pigmentation and skin texture. This serum just kind of like does it all. It's wonderful."

What is Skin Cycling? Dermatologist Tips to Add Retinoids & Exfoliants to Your Skincare Routine

"Another exfoliating product that I absolutely love is the Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex. This has glycolic acid but also has azelaic acid [...] and I think if you struggle with hyperpigmentation having something that has both glycolic acid and azelaic acid in it is awesome. This was the exfoliant I used the most during my pregnancy when I was really trying to combat hyperpigmentation or melasma."

Dermatologist Debunks Retinoid Myths! Do They Exfoliate? Thin the Skin? Using While Breastfeeding?

"I really like my Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex. This is a complex that has glycolic acid and [azelaic] acid. During my pregnancy I was able to use it pretty much every single night. But [...] now that I still like to incorporate that, I only use it from time to time because I'm using a retinoid and I don't need it as often."

What the evidence says.

Independent of what the gurus think, this is what the published research supports about the main active ingredients here.

Alpha hydroxy acids

Alpha hydroxy acids loosen the bonds holding dead cells at the surface. The evidence supports smoother texture and more even tone over time, and they can leave skin more sensitive to sun.

Source: NIH, National Library of Medicine

Azelaic acid

Azelaic acid has clinical evidence for both acne and rosacea, and it is one of the gentler options for calming redness while also working on marks left behind.

Source: DermNet

Vitamin E

Vitamin E is an antioxidant, and it is often in a formula to keep the other ingredients stable rather than as the active itself. It pairs well with vitamin C, though on its own the evidence for visible change is limited.

Source: NIH, National Library of Medicine

Frequently asked.

What is Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex?

A creamy brightening serum with glycolic and azelaic acids, formulated to address hyperpigmentation, uneven tone, and sun damage while helping to smooth and hydrate mature skin.

Is Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex worth it?

Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 88%.

What is Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex's Guru Score?

Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex holds a Guru Score of 88%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected. At least one expert has named it a Top Pick in its category.

Who is Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex best for?

Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex is generally suited to mature skin.

What is Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex good for, according to the experts?

In their reviews, experts say Glytone Enhanced Brightening Complex is good for breakouts and acne (1 expert), dark spots and post-acne marks (1 expert), melasma (1 expert), dull skin (1 expert), rough or uneven texture (1 expert) and fine lines and wrinkles (1 expert).