LIVE BOTANICAL - Illuminating Exfoliating Serum

An oil-free, multi-layered serum that hydrates, soothes, and provides gentle surface exfoliation. Featuring salicin and lactic acid, it refines the appearance of texture, enhances radiance, and boosts hydration with the help of botanical extracts.

A calming base of wild pansy, marshmallow, and aloe offers emollient-rich comfort, leaving the skin feeling soft and smooth while supporting moisture retention.

This low-dose exfoliating formula works with plant-based ingredients to refresh the skin’s surface for a revitalized, glowing look.

Pairs well with Live Botanical's gentle enzymatic facial oil for added nourishment as part of a complete evening routine (Hydrating Layer + Oil Layer): Overnight Resurfacing Oil.

Scent: Neutral with soft green tea notes. No added essential oils.

Skin Types: Suitable for most skin types, including sensitive and congestion-prone. Those with a compromised-looking barrier may wish to introduce gradually.

Texture: Light, clear gel with a rich humectant base.

Key Ingredients:

Willow Bark + Meadowsweet Extracts: A custom blend extracted through three methods to capture a full range of naturally occurring plant components. Includes salicin and salicylic-acid–encapsulated liposomes designed for controlled, gentle surface exfoliation and to help reduce the look of buildup while supporting balanced-looking skin.

• Apply 1-2 pumps on clean damp skin. Follow with your favorite facial oil or moisturizer. You may notice a slight film for about 30 seconds as it absorbs. You can blend your oil/moisturizer with the serum as a micro-emulsion or it can be layered while it is absorbing.
• You can also apply a thick layer on a spot and let dry (5-10 minutes).  Then very lightly take a damp cloth and remove any film.
• It can be applied 3 times a week for sensitive skin and up to twice a day for more exfoliation. For maintenance, 3-5 times a week is advised.

Complete the Routine

Recommended oils to be blended to create a customized moisturizer:

• For Oily Sensitive Skin: Awaken Clearing Oil
• For Combination Skin: Hormonal Harmony Calming Oil
• For Dry Skin: Rooted Balancing Balm
• For Dry Sensitive Skin: Vibrant Garden Universal Oil
• For Additional Brightening Support - Combination & Slightly Dry Skin: First Light Brightening Serum Oil

We recommended alternating with the Solar Return Revitalizing Essence or Radiance Elixir when not using the Exfoliating Serum.

aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) juice*^, camellia sinensis (green tea) hydrosol*^, spiraea ulmaria (meadowsweet) extract*^, salix nigra (willow) bark extract*, punica granatum (pomegranate) extract*, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) flower extract*,  distilled water & palm free vegetable glycerin* & viola tricolor (wild pansy) flower/leaf*^ & althaea officinalis (marshmallow) root*^, vigna aconitifolia (moth bean) extract, lactobacillus ferment, lactic acid (vegan), water & acetyl tetrapeptide-40 & caprylyl glycol, crithmum maritimum (sea fennel) extract*, sodium hyaluronate (vegan), sodium PCA (plant derived), xanthan gum, lecithin, sclerotium gum and pullulan

84% Regionally Sourced

*organic   |   ^regionally sourced

Vegan

Sunburn Alert: Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) may cause sensitivity to UV light. Apply sunscreen while in use and for 1 week after discontinued use.

At Live Botanical they have taken this into consideration and incorporated the recommended dilution to limit UV sensitivity as defined by the EU Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products intended for Consumers (SCCNFP).

Contains 2.5% Lactic Acid (AHA) and the equivalent of 1.5% Salicylic Acid (BHA) with a pH between 3-4%.

To foster higher standards of stewardship among the land & people Live Botanical practices bioregional sourcing. Most ingredients are grown throughout the Pacific West and including their own micro-garden in Oregon.

If you are pregnant or nursing, consult with your doctor before using herbs. Always do a patch test on your skin before applying it to a large surface. For informational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.