GOOD GENES

LACTIC ACID TREATMENT

Visibly brightens the appearance of dark spots + discolorations and instantly plumps the look of fine lines. 

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AWARD-WINNING SKINCARE

Good Genes. Great Glow.

A multi-tasking lactic acid treatment to help reveal smoother, brighter-looking skin. Meet your new glow ritual.

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DISCOVER THE BENEFITS
Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment

1 Serum. 4 Benefits.

Exfoliates

Lactic acid helps lift away dull surface buildup for smoother-looking skin.

Plumps Lines

Helps diminish the visible appearance of fine lines for a refreshed look.

Clarifies + Evens Tone

Supports a more even-looking complexion and improves the look of discoloration.

Boosts Radiance

Reveals a brighter, more radiant-looking skin surface.

Before + Afters

7 Days: Improvement in the look of radiance, skin texture, discolorations

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7 Days: Improvement in look of discolorations, skin texture, skin clarity

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28 Days: Improvement in the look of forehead lines, skin tone evenness, clarity

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28 Days: Improvement in look of texture, lines + wrinkles

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YOUR GLOW JOURNEY

Your Glow, Over Time

Discover the visible changes described in Good Genes product research and brand guidance.

3 MIN

Instant Glow

Clinically shown to visibly plump the look of fine lines and boost radiance in as little as 3 minutes.

DAY 2

Refined Texture

With continued use, skin may feel silkier and look smoother and more even-toned.

DAY 7

Brighter Complexion

After a week of consistent use, the brand describes improvements in visible clarity, texture and radiance.

28 Days

More Even-Looking Tone

Improvement in the look of forehead lines, skin tone evenness, clarity

Results and timing are from manufacturer and retailer sources; individual outcomes vary. The eight-week claim comes from a separate retailer-described clinical assessment.
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A ROUTINE FOR YOUR SKIN

Care for Every Skin Type

Good Genes is designed to support smoother, brighter-looking skin across different skincare routines. Introduce exfoliating acids gradually.

Sensitive Skin

With soothing botanicals including aloe, prickly pear and arnica.

Dry & Dull Skin

Helps smooth the look of rough texture and dullness.

Oily Skin

Helps refine the appearance of uneven texture and tone.

A LOOK INSIDE THE FORMULA

The Ingredients Behind the Glow

Lactic Acid

An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that exfoliates dull surface skin cells and refines the look of texture.

Licorice Root

Botanical ingredients used to support a visibly brighter, more even-looking skin tone.

Botanical Soothers

Prickly pear, aloe and arnica help support skin comfort as part of the formula.

Hydration Support

Squalane and humectants complement the exfoliating ingredients to support skin feel.

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✓ VERIFIED PURCHASER
"My skin never looked so good. Hydrated, smooth,even toned and glass like skin. All of the things!!!!RUN, DONT WALK!!!"

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Sunday Riley states that its brand is cruelty-free and certified by PETA and Leaping Bunny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! We use highly-purified, food grade lactic acid derived from corn fermentation. This creates a higher quality lactic acid that is perfect for sensitive skin barriers. Prickly pear, aloe, and arnica work to calm the look of the skin, supporting overall skin wellness.

Yes, Good Genes is great for both dry and oily skin.
It’s a lactic acid treatment that gently exfoliates the surface of the skin while also hydrating and brightening, making it incredibly versatile.

 

For dry or dull skin: It removes flaky buildup and dry dead skin cells while delivering hydration, glow, and brightness, so skin looks plumper, smoother, and more radiant.

 

For oily or breakout-prone skin: It helps clear out congestion and debris, smooth rough texture, and visibly reduce the look of discolorations, without stripping the skin.

 

Good Genes is formulated to be non-drying, non-stripping, and barrier-supportive, which makes it a favorite across skin types and all ages - even sensitive skin.

Exfoliating / Retexurizing / Revitalizing

Food-grade, biobased, vegan Lactic Acid (sourced from France)

 

Botanical Skin Soothers – Fermented in USA

Opuntia Tuna Fruit Extract (Prickly Pear Fruit)

Cypripedium Pubescens Extract (Lady's Slipper Orchid)

Opuntia Vulgaris Leaf Extract (Prickly Pear “Leaf” or Pad)

Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract (Blue Agave)

Arnica Montana Flower Extract (Arnica)

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (Aloe)

Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract (Yeast from Fermentation)

 

Skin Brighteners

Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate (Licorice)

Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract (sourced from Japan)

 

Skin Moisturizers

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Squalane

  

Humectants

Propanediol (corn-derived, biobased humectant)

Butylene Glycol (sourced from Japan)

 

Chelating Agent

Sodium Phytate (sourced from Germany)

 

pH Adjustment / Neutralizer

Potassium Hydroxide (cleaner alternative to DEA, TEA)

  

Thickener

Xanthan Gum 

 

Skin Conditioning / Barrier Support

PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer (sourced from Japan)

Dimethicone (ultra high purity, sourced from USA)

Phenyl Trimethicone (ultra high purity, sourced from USA)

Disiloxane (ultra high purity, sourced from USA)

 

Emulsifiers 

Glyceryl Stearate (sourced from USA)

Ceteareth-20 (sourced from USA)

Cetearyl Alcohol (sourced from USA)

Stearic Acid (vegan, sourced from USA)

PEG-100 Stearate (derived from plant-based stearic acid and tested extensively for purity (specifically 1,4-dioxane impurities))

 

Preservatives

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate (sourced from USA)

Phenoxyethanol (sourced from USA)

Caprylyl Glycol (sourced from USA)

Chlorphenesin (sourced from USA)

 

Botanical Support

Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil (Lemongrass)

    In an independent survey of 30 women, after one application:

     

    Clinically proven to immediately and significantly plump the look of fine lines and boost radiance in just 3 minutes.

     

    Results obtained via expert visual assessment.

    Good Genes is a great option during pregnancy because it uses lactic acid - a gentle, naturally occurring AHA that’s considered non-teratogenic and safe for topical use. It is a trusted option for brightening and smoothing skin during pregnancy. With that being said, we advise you to please consult with your doctor before beginning any new skincare or medical treatments during pregnancy.