Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Brightening & Soothing Treatment Water 200ml is a lightweight, dual-action treatment water that targets uneven tone and dullness while soothing the complexion. The formula combines a stable vitamin C derivative with white birch and liquorice root extracts to brighten, even and refine skin in a single between-cleanser-and-serum step.
About Kiehl's
Kiehl's is an American apothecary brand founded in New York in 1851 as a small pharmacy in the East Village. Today part of the L'Oréal group, Kiehl's is widely respected for its ingredient-led, science-backed skincare. The Clearly Corrective line is the brand's hero brightening collection, with the Treatment Water acting as its delivery-format companion to the better-known Brightening & Smoothing Moisture Treatment.
Key ingredients
- 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (Activated C): a stable form of Vitamin C that targets the look of uneven tone and hyperpigmentation.
- White Birch Extract: a sugar-derived hydrator that supports moisture balance and works alongside Vitamin C for a more even appearance.
- Liquorice (Glycyrrhiza) Root Extract: a long-trusted soothing and brightening botanical.
- Glycerin and Methyl Gluceth-20: humectants that draw moisture into the upper layers of the skin.
- Illuminating Minerals: contribute to the surface-brightening effect.
Key benefits
- Brightens dull-looking skin and helps support a more even tone over consistent use.
- Refines surface texture for a smoother finish.
- Soothes thanks to the liquorice-led calming botanical profile.
- Lightweight, fast-absorbing water-style format that layers easily with serums and moisturisers.
Who it's for
Clearly Corrective Brightening & Soothing Treatment Water is designed for anyone whose main concern is uneven tone, post-inflammatory marks, dullness or a lack of skin clarity. The lightweight, treatment-water format makes it especially useful for combination and oily skin types, but it's also gentle enough for normal and sensitive complexions. A natural pairing for the rest of the Clearly Corrective line.
How to use
- After cleansing in the morning and evening, dispense a small amount of treatment water onto the palms or a cotton pad.
- Press gently into the skin across face and neck.
- Allow to absorb fully, then follow with your usual serum and moisturiser.
- In the morning, finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen — daily SPF is essential for any brightening routine.
Specifications
- Size: 200ml
- Format: Treatment water / toner
- Concern: Uneven tone, dullness, pigmentation
- Range: Clearly Corrective
- Brand: Kiehl's
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