pHformula | MELA Concentrated Corrective Serum (30ml)

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Overview

Product Details

pHformula's concentrated, corrective MELA serum contains a specialised blend of active ingredients to brighten the skin, providing a more even-toned complexion. 4-Butylresorcinol has a unique structure that enhances its bioavailability in the skin. It helps reducehyperpigmentation by suppressing a key enzyme, tyrosinase, which plays a major role in the process where the skin produces pigment (melanogenesis). 4 Butylresorcinol directly inhibits tyrosinase activity, assisting to provide a more even-toned complexion. pH Cell-detox contributes to boosting the cell autophagy (your body’s cellular recycling system. It removes unnecessary or dysfunctional components for optimising your cells’ performance) which may be key to improving cell longevity and improving skin radiance in fatigued skin. Tetrapeptide-30 provides strong skin brightening effects, helping to visually. reduce hyperchromatic spots. Neuro-light is an extract from Sand Lily, contributing to a reduction in hyperpigmentation, and assisting towards an even skin tone. Hyaluronic acid low molecular weight provides a boost of hydration and contributes to protect the skin barrier.

Key Benefits

  • A blend of four active ingredients work in synergy to prevent and correct hyperpigmentation.
  • Triple depigmenting effect brightening the skin and providing a more even-toned complexion
  • Boosts the cell detoxification process to improve skin radiance in fatigued skin.
  • Provides a boost of hydration and contributes to protect the skin barrier.

Key Ingredients

Full Ingredients list

Aqua (Water), Propanediol, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Caprylyl
Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor oil, Hydrolysed Candida Saitoana
Extract, 4-Butylresorcinol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenylpropanol,
Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pancratium Maritimum Extract,
Tetrapeptide-30.

How to Use

Cleanse the skin thoroughly with the recommended pHformula cleanser, rinse well and pat dry. Apply the recommended pHformula active prescription product. Apply a few drops of MELA serum and massage into the skin with light circular movements. Allow to fully absorb into the skin. Follow with the recommended pHformula eye product and moisturiser.


  • SPF: None.
  • Application area: Face, neck and décolleté.
  • Use: Morning and evening.
  • Caution: For external use only.
    Keep out of reach and sight of children.
    Store between 5°C and 25°C.
    If irritation develops, discontinue use, and contact your pHformula skin specialist.
    Avoid contact with eyes.

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