Key ingredients
4.3/5
2% salicylic acid works inside pores, niacinamide brightens, and an azelaic acid derivative evens tone and calms redness.
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BRIGHTMEUP 2% BHA Toner
$38.00
BRIGHTMEUP is CLEARSTEM's exfoliating toner, with 2% salicylic acid and niacinamide to brighten dull skin and refine the look of pores. An azelaic acid derivative helps even out tone and calm reactive skin, and like the rest of the line it has no pore-clogging ingredients. Swipe it on after cleansing, start once a day, and follow with sunscreen.
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The Edyt Score
4.5 / 5.0
Targets
4.5/5
Best for acne-prone skin with dullness and leftover marks. Very sensitive skin should start with a few nights a week.
Formula standards
4.5/5
It goes on with a cotton pad after cleansing. Nothing in it clogs pores, and it is made to work without leaving skin tight.
The verdict
Worth adding if breakouts leave marks behind. Pair it with daily sunscreen to see the brightening pay off.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (CLEARSTEM). Compare best for, key actives, texture, skin fit, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Acne-prone skin with dullness and post-breakout marks | Peptide hydration serum | Peptide eye gel | Adult acne with early fine lines | Matcha under-eye patches | Daily calming cleanser | Hydrating facial oil |
| Key actives | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Texture | Fresh, smooth, not stripped | Serum | Eye gel | Light, hydrated | Eye patches | Cleanser | Facial oil |
| Skin fit | Oily / acne | - | - | Oily / acne | - | - | - |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.3 |
| Notes | Salicylic acid 2%, Niacinamide | Peptides, Hyaluronic acid | Peptides | Stem cell, Hyaluronic acid | Matcha | Vitamin C | Oils |
| $ / size | $38.00 | $98.00 | $54.00 | $68.00 | $38.00 | $35.85 | $48.00 |
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FAQ
Who is BRIGHTMEUP 2% BHA Toner best for?
BRIGHTMEUP is CLEARSTEM's exfoliating toner, with 2% salicylic acid and niacinamide to brighten dull skin and refine the look of pores. An azelaic acid derivative helps even out tone and calm reactive skin, and like the rest of the line it has no pore-clogging ingredients. Swipe it on after cleansing, start once a day, and follow with sunscreen.
How did Edyt Beauty score this clearstem product?
Edyt Beauty rates BRIGHTMEUP 2% BHA Toner 4.5 out of 5 from the ingredient list, who it is for, and how the formula is built. That is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews.
How does it compare to similar products?
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