- Even tone, everywhere
- No more cover-ups
- Peel. Wipe. Done.
- Armpits. Bikini line. Vulva.
- 45 seconds and wipe off
- Beach Ready
Formulated For Gentle Intimate Brightening
Bikini
Bum Cheeks
Underarms
Before & After
Actually excited for summer this year
"Every year I dread bikini season. I'd plan outfits around covering my thighs and arms. This is the first summer I'm not doing that. Two months in and I feel like myself in a swimsuit." - Zara
Done being caught off guard
"There's nothing worse than a spontaneous beach day when you've been hiding your skin. I used to cancel or show up in a coverup the whole time. I don't have that anxiety anymore." - Fatima
Finally stopped DIYing and just did this
"I've tried turmeric, lemon, every Reddit hack. Some made it worse. I was this close to giving up. One month on this and I'm genuinely annoyed I wasted so long on stuff that didn't work." - Meera
My armpits actually match my skin now
"I've been embarrassed about my underarms for years. Three weeks in and I can already see a difference. I didn't believe it until I looked at the photos side by side. Finally something that gets it." - Priya
Stopped hiding my inner thighs
"I tried every DIY I saw on Reddit — nothing. This is the first thing that's actually faded the darkness on my bikini line. I wore shorts last weekend for the first time in forever." - Aisha
My knees don't stress me out anymore
"Dark knees have been my thing since forever. My mum has them, I have them, I just accepted it. A month into this routine and they're genuinely lighter. Wish I'd found this sooner." - Deepa
Understanding Melanin
Let’s set the record straight
How to use
Cleanse, massage in 2-3 drops into skin
Leave it on for 45 seconds
Wipe away
Remember: Hyperpigmentation takes time to form, and it takes time to safely fade.
Consistent daily use rewards you with beautifully even, radiant results.
Our Brightening Ingredients
Kojic Acid
Derived from fermented fungi. Once that top layer is gone, this gets in and slows down pigment production where the darkness lives.
Niacinamide
A form of Vitamin B3. Evens out tone and stops new dark patches from forming.
Turmeric Extract
Extracted from turmeric root. Calms the irritation that causes brown skin to darken in the first place.
Retinol
Derived from Vitamin A. Speeds up how fast your skin renews itself so patches don't linger.
Vitamin C
In its most stable form. Brightens the surface while protecting against the triggers that cause darkness.
Cocoa Extract
Extracted from cacao seeds. Keeps skin soft and nourished through the whole process.
Why your skin
Darkens overtime
Your body produces a natural pigment called melanin to shield your skin from irritation. When areas experience natural friction or rubbing, melanin rushes there to act as a defense shield, causing the skin to gradually deepen in colour.
Why this peel
Works on your melanin rich skin
Our gentle serum first exfoliates darker surface cells, then delivers targeted brightening ingredients deep below to help balance pigment production and keep your skin tone beautifully even.
Safe and gentle for your most intimate areas.
Your intimate skin is uniquely sensitive, which is why it deserves the gentlest care. We formulated our serum without harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances, or known irritants.
Pure, safe and mindfully made for exactly where you need it most.
Reviews
★★★★★
Based on 29 reviews
100%
would recommend this product
★★★★★
Finally a solution for thick thighs!
If you have thick thighs, you already know the struggle of friction darkness. My inner thighs have been several shades darker than the rest of my legs for years. I was skeptical about this serum because nothing else has worked, but the fact that it's specifically for brown skin sold me. The 45-second wipe-off routine is so easy to do before hopping in the shower. I'm on week four, and the dark patches are visibly breaking up. Highly recommend!
★★★★☆
Takes a little time, but actually works.
I've been incredibly self-conscious about my underarms since high school. Shaving and deodorant just left them looking bruised and dark. I gave this 4 stars instead of 5 only because it took about 3 full weeks of consistent use before I saw a real difference—so don't expect overnight magic. But now? My armpits are starting to match my arms. I love that it's fragrance-free and doesn't sting at all.
★★★★★
No more messy DIYs!!
I used to be that girl mixing turmeric, lemon, and yogurt in my bathroom trying to lighten my bikini line, only to stain my towels yellow. Never again. This serum has turmeric extract and kojic acid but with ZERO mess. It takes literally less than a minute, wipe it off, and you're done. My bikini line looks so much more even. Worth the €42 just to save my towels!
★★★★★
Safe for the most sensitive areas
I was honestly terrified to put anything with retinol or acids near my vulva. It's such a sensitive area, but the darkness was really messing with my confidence in the bedroom. Clarisse Skincare actually formulated this perfectly. There is no burning, no itching, no peeling skin—just a really gentle fade. I feel so much more comfortable in my own skin now.
★★★★☆
A bit pricey but a bottle lasts
I used Afterpay to try this out because I wasn't sure if a tiny 30mL bottle would be worth it. It is. You really only need 2-3 drops per area, so it stretches. I've been using it on the dark shadows right under my bum cheeks (from sitting at a desk all day) and the results are undeniable. I will definitely be repurchasing before summer hits.
★★★★★
Vacation saved.
Bought this two months before my trip to Mexico. Usually, I wear those little skirt swimsuits to hide my bikini line. I made it my religion to use this serum every single day. By the time my trip rolled around, I wore a high-cut bikini without even thinking about it. That feeling of not having to constantly look down and check if my dark spots are showing is priceless.
★★★★★
Melanin-friendly and no bleach!
It is SO hard to find brightening products for black and brown women that don't contain harsh bleaches. My skin reacts to everything by getting even darker. The blend of Niacinamide and Vitamin C in this feels so nourishing. The cocoa extract is a nice touch because my skin feels really soft after I wipe it off, not stripped or dry.
★★★★★
The easiest step in my routine
I am incredibly lazy when it comes to body care. If a product takes too long to dry, I won't use it. The Clarisse peel is brilliant because you just massage it in, wait 45 seconds, and wipe it away. I do it right before I jump in the shower. It has faded the dark friction marks on my knees and underarms beautifully.
★★★★★
Believe the hype
Saw this online and the reviews looked too good to be true, but I was desperate. My dermatologist told me the darkness was just 'normal friction' for ethnic skin, but I hated it. I've been using the serum for a month. The deep brown patches on my inner thighs are fading into a light tan, and my skin tone is finally evening out. It's the first time I feel understood by a skincare brand.
★★★★☆
Great product, gentle approach
I've been dealing with PCOS, which makes my skin darken in the folds of my neck and underarms very easily. While this didn't completely erase my hyperpigmentation (PCOS makes it tough), it has lightened the areas significantly more than any prescription cream I've tried, and without the awful redness. It's gentle, effective, and I love the sleek packaging.
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Intimate Brightening Serum