Sofina
SOFINA iP Brightening Serum Refill, 40g
SOFINA iP Brightening Serum Refill, 40g
@cosme rating: 5.1/7.0
Anti-blemish serum that suppresses melanin production and prevents dark spots and freckles
✓ 100% authentic
✓ Ships from Japan in 3-5 days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
This preventative serum focuses on the signaling signal "Produce melanin!" released immediately after UV exposure. Chamomilla ET, a unique, natural plant-derived active ingredient, targets the source of dark spots*. It inhibits melanin production at an early stage, preventing excessive melanin production and preventing dark spots and freckles. *Melanocyte (quasi-drug) *This product is a refill; the product itself is not included.
Ingredients
How to use
Every morning and night, after applying your base care serum and lotion, apply an appropriate amount (2 pumps) to your entire face. When using around the eyes, be careful not to rub too hard.
We ship internationally from Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does delivery take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan.
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. As of 22 July 2026, we offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
I have purchased this product many times. I use it all year round and haven't noticed any new blemishes. It's comfortable to wear, moisturizes my skin, and has a lovely subtle scent. I've already bought the next batch. I hope they continue to make this series.
I've bought this product many times. The texture is more like a cream than a serum. I use it because I feel it pairs well with Chamomilla ET, an active whitening ingredient. After applying the brightening serum all over my face, I apply POLA White Shot to problem areas. I feel like my complexion is brighter than when I was using POLA alone.
It improves my skin condition, so I keep buying it again and again.
★Can be used even in midsummer without stickiness★I'm still in the middle of searching for a whitening serum that suits me better, so I decided to study up on active whitening ingredients again [Chamomile ET]. I used Curel lotion a long time ago, and it was pretty good... I went to the drugstore and tried Kao's touch-up product containing Chamomile ET... and this SOFINA iP whitening serum was a hit with me! It's not sticky, it's not sticky at all, which is great! Even though I hate stickiness, this is great! At first glance, it looks like it's as thick as a cream, so I thought it would be thick and heavy, but when you spread it on, it's completely different! It spreads smoothly like a watery cream, but it feels properly moisturizing. I really hate sticky and heavy skin, especially in the hot summer months, but this one makes me want to wear it! Plus, it has a nice subtle citrus scent, and I never knew such a great product existed! The price is relatively cheaper than other whitening serums (such as those sold at department stores), making it easy to buy again and again, and it's great that they come with refills. I'm definitely going to repurchase this. I've only been using it for about two weeks, so I can't say that my dark spots have lightened, but my skin seems to be in much better condition. [Kao] Please continue to sell this product with the same texture and scent (and keep the price the same, lol).
I use this after using the Sofina IP foundation serum, but it still leaves flaky residue (sob). I use the whole line, so I wonder why... It's strange that it hasn't improved. This is my first time using Chamomilla ET, but I've been able to use it without any irritation! I'm looking for a whitening product, so I'm happy! However, it leaves flaky residue and I can't save time, so I'm considering switching to Curel whitening serum.