MOLECULAR HERO SERUM
for dark spots,
sun damage, and uneven skin tone
This first-of-its-kind serum dramatically reduces the appearance of dark spots and sun damage, for an overall brighter, more youthful-looking complexion. See Full Details
It’s the only product to include Malassezin, a breakthrough ingredient that is a 10x more powerful antioxidant than Vitamin C with radical results in dark spot reduction. See smoother, brighter skin starting in just two weeks. Suitable for all skin types and tones.
30ml / 1 fl. oz
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Subscription Details
Receive 10% off of every order of Molecular Hero Serum when you subscribe, and select how often you want to receive the product. It’s important to use Molecular Hero Serum daily to continue to see results, so a subscription helps ensure you never run out.
Molecular Hero Serum is recommended to be used morning and evening daily. You can choose your subscription frequency based on your individual use. 30, 60, 90 and 120 day shipments are available.
You can change your frequency or cancel your subscription at any time simply by logging into your motherscience.com account. Your credit card will only be charged for the product when the order ships.
Malassezin
10x more powerful antioxidant than vitamin C that targets hyperpigmentation in three ways
Alpine Rose Extract
Revives skin by helping to improve elasticity, reduce redness, and even tone
Niacinamide
Hydrates and soothes. Works synergistically with Malassezin to visibly reduce dark spots and even skin tone
MALASSEZIN
TODAY’S DISCOVERY. TOMORROW’S GOLD STANDARD.
Malassezin is a naturally-occurring molecule found on skin. Through biotechnology, we’ve recreated and patented it, and are the first to use it in skincare. Its supercharged results come from its ability to target hyperpigmentation in three ways, improve the skin moisture barrier, and provide potent antioxidant protection for powerful benefits without irritation.
Alpine Rose Extract
Revives skin by helping to improve elasticity, reduce redness, and even tone.
Niacinamide
Hydrates and soothes. Works synergistically with Malassezin to visibly reduce dark spots and even skin tone.
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Mother Science is dedicated to creating innovative products made from intentional, highly efficacious ingredients. Every ingredient is rigorously vetted for safety and efficacy, following the highest industry standards, the European Union regulations.
* NO HYDROQUINONE
* NO SULFATES
* NO PARABENS
* NO PHTHALATES
* NO FORMALDEHYDES
* NO FORMALDEHYDE RELEASERS
* NO OXYBENZONE
* NO OCTINOXATE
* NO SYNTHETIC FRAGRANCES
* NO ARTIFICIAL COLORS
* NO TRICLOSAN
* NO TRICLOCARBAN
* NO MINERAL OIL
* NO PLASTIC MICROBEADS
* NO BHA (BUTYLATED HYDROXYANISOLE)
* NO BHT (BUTYLATED HYDROXYTOLUENE)
INGREDIENTS: Aqua/Water/Eau, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Glycerin, Olive Oil Glycereth-8 Esters, Niacinamide, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Coconut Alkanes, Malassezin, Rhododendron Ferrugineum (Alpine Rose) Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bisabolol, Carnosine, Tocopherol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Silica, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Phytate, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium Phosphate, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol
CLINICALLY PROVEN RESULTS
In just 4 weeks*:
- 100% of participants had a reduction in dark spots
- 100% saw brighter, smoother skin
- 100% said their skin tone looked more even
- 94% said their skin looked more youthful
Clinical Claims for Molecular Hero Serum
After 2 weeks*:
- 100% of participants had improvement in the appearance of dark spots
- 89% said their skin looked smoother
- 78% noticed brighter skin
After 4 weeks*:
- 100% had a reduction in the appearance of dark spots
- 100% saw brighter, smoother skin
- 100% had a visible improvement in lines and wrinkles
- 100% said their skin tone looked more even
- 94% said their skin looked more youthful
After 8 weeks*:
- 100% had firmer skin
- 100% said the overall appearance of their skin improved
- 89% saw pores appear minimized
- 89% of people said this is the best anti-aging serum they have ever used
After 12 weeks*:
- 100% had continued improvement in the appearance of dark spots
- 100% said their skin appeared less red
- 100% noticed glowing skin
- 89% said acne marks appeared less visible
- 100% said the product did not irritate their skin
*Based on two clinical studies across 38 people using instrumentation, VISIA photography, expert grading, and consumer perception. Participants used Molecular Hero Serum twice daily.
In just 4 weeks*:
- 100% of participants had a reduction in dark spots
- 100% saw brighter, smoother skin
- 100% said their skin tone looked more even
- 94% said their skin looked more youthful
Clinical Claims for Molecular Hero Serum
After 2 weeks*:
- 100% of participants had improvement in the appearance of dark spots
- 89% said their skin looked smoother
- 78% noticed brighter skin
After 4 weeks*:
- 100% had a reduction in the appearance of dark spots
- 100% saw brighter, smoother skin
- 100% had a visible improvement in lines and wrinkles
- 100% said their skin tone looked more even
- 94% said their skin looked more youthful
After 8 weeks*:
- 100% had firmer skin
- 100% said the overall appearance of their skin improved
- 89% saw pores appear minimized
- 89% of people said this is the best anti-aging serum they have ever used
After 12 weeks*:
- 100% had continued improvement in the appearance of dark spots
- 100% said their skin appeared less red
- 100% noticed glowing skin
- 89% said acne marks appeared less visible
- 100% said the product did not irritate their skin
*Based on two clinical studies across 38 people using instrumentation, VISIA photography, expert grading, and consumer perception. Participants used Molecular Hero Serum twice daily.
- VPValerie P.Verified BuyerI recommend this productWhat is your skin type? CombinationWhat are your skin concerns? Pigmentation, Redness, Sun DamageHow old are you? 35-44What is your gender? FemaleRated 5 out of 5 stars2 days agoThe best serum I’ve ever used!
I started using the Hero Serum about 6 months ago and since then it has been on constant reorder for me. I can definitely notice a difference in my dark spots and redness. When I don’t use the serum for a few days, my skin isn’t the same! Love this product’
Was this helpful? - BVBreeann V. K.Verified BuyerI recommend this productWhat is your skin type? CombinationWhat are your skin concerns? Redness, Sensitivity, Ageing, PigmentationHow old are you? 35-44What is your gender? FemaleRated 4 out of 5 stars1 week agoSo far really impressed
I have always found Vitamin C irritated my skin but always wanted the benefits of using it. This seems to be a winning option. ZERO irritation but even after 2 weeks I feel my skin is mor even. The true test will be a stubborn melasma spot on my left cheek. Hopefully I will see lighting of that as well.
Was this helpful? - JNJoseph N.Verified BuyerWhat is your skin type? OilyWhat are your skin concerns? Pigmentation, Sensitivity, Ageing, Sun Damage, OilinessHow old are you? Over 65What is your gender? MaleRated 3 out of 5 stars1 week agoThree weeks of use
I’ve been using this face cream for about three weeks now, and while I haven’t seen any dramatic transformations, I am starting to notice some slight improvements. My skin feels a bit softer and more hydrated, and there’s a mild smoothing effect in certain areas. It’s not a miracle product—at least not yet—but it does seem to be moving in the right direction. I’m hoping that with continued use, the results will become more noticeable. For now, I’d say it’s a gentle, gradual kind of product rather than one that delivers instant changes.
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