Golden Duo
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This duo pairs high-performance, evidence-based formulations which are gentle on your skin, but not on hyperpigmentation. It’s designed to tackle uneven skin tone and texture.
It also helps to support hydration, the skin barrier and skin roughness. If that’s not enough it is also excellent for helping keep your skin looking younger, brighter and more vibrant!
Golden Duo contains:
Enlighten Gold: A moisturiser powered by PHAs, Niacinamide and 4nB to help support barrier function and hydration while reducing the appearance of uneven skin tone and dark spots.
Ultimate A Gold: A next-generation Retinal based night cream that helps refine skin texture and visibly smooth fine lines for firmer, more even-looking skin. And with a long list of ingredients including 4nB it also helps zero in on uneven looking skin tone.
Ultimate A Gold (Retinal) may transfer onto white or light-coloured fabrics. For best results, we recommend using darker clothing or surfaces to avoid visible marks.
ESK Benefits
Everyone unless pregnant or trying to conceive. Perfect for all skin types, including aging, sensitive, acne-prone, and reactive skin*.
Finally, complete anti-aging results without the irritation.
*Note for the (tiny) number of users with extremely sensitive skin, Ultimate A may be more suitable than Ultimate A Gold
Retinal
Also known as Vitamin A, Retinal is a next-generation retinoid used in skincare to help refine skin texture and improve the appearance of uneven tone and visible signs of ageing. It’s well tolerated and suitable for most skin types, including those that find traditional retinoids too harsh.
Niacinamide
Also known as Vitamin B3. Niacinamide is a well-studied ingredient that helps maintain a healthy skin barrier and supports an even-looking skin tone. It is well tolerated and suitable for all skin types, making it a versatile addition to many skincare formulations.
4-n-butylresorcinol
4-n-Butylresorcinol helps improve the appearance of pigmentation and supports an even-looking skin tone.
Ceramides
Emerging evidence suggests that smaller ceramides support the skin’s surface and help maintain hydration and the appearance of a healthy skin barrier.
Hyaluronic Acid
The optimum size of Hyaluronic Acid for skincare is still a topic of research. Emerging evidence suggests that medium-size HA can support skin hydration and help improve the appearance of skin smoothness and plumpness.
Gluconolactone
Gluconolactone is a Polyhydroxy Acid (PHA) with gentle exfoliating and hydrating properties. It helps to remove dead skin cells from the skin’s surface, supporting a smoother and more refined appearance without the irritation often linked to stronger acids.
ENLIGHTEN GOLD:
When you first start using Enlighten Gold, pigmentation may appear darker before it lightens, which is normal. It’s because the areas of pigmentation are more stubborn and as skin tone generally starts to change, the pigmented areas are slower to change than the surrounding skin, which can, at first, make spots look more visible.
Give it 3–4 months of consistent use: it's the safest, most evidence-based way to reduce pigmentation.
For even better results, we recommend targeting all four pathways of melanin production. That’s where our Hero Kit and Pigmentation Kit to help accelerate and support long-term pigment fading.
ULTIMATE A GOLD:
EXPECTATIONS, THE GOOD THINGS -
Most clinical trials run 8-12 weeks, but real-world results often start sooner:
Smoother skin: Exfoliation results in 5-7 days
Wrinkles & fine lines reduction: Usually visible in 3-4 weeks
Even skin tone: Pigmentation varies - surface issues (4-6 weeks), deeper pigmentation (2-3 months), dermal pigmentation (6-12 months, may not respond to topicals)
THE OTHER THINGS -
When introducing skin cell turnover ingredients (Vitamin A and PHAs), some may experience temporary dryness or a few pimples in the first month, lasting no more than a week. If you experience more or longer-lasting effects, contact our customer care team - we’re here to help you achieve your best skin.
AM
Apply Enlighten Gold after cleansing (and serum if applicable) and before sunscreen in the morning.
PM
At night, after cleansing (and serum if applicable), apply Ultimate A Gold. For additional moisture, you can also apply Enlighten Gold over the top.
How to use this
Brighten Your Skin
Designed to boost hydration, brighten skin, promote collagen growth and fight visible signs of aging, this kit is formulated to be gentle yet effective. It's lightweight in feel but not in performance. All of our products are free of perfumes and other known and suspected harmful and irritating ingredients.
We recommend using a sunscreen with all regimes.
What's included
ENLIGHTEN GOLD
Water (Aqua), Niacinamide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Gluconodeltalactone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethoxydiglycol, Coco-Caprylate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Maltodextrin, Caprylyl Glycol, A/C 4-Butylbenzene-1,3-diol, Carbomer, Calcium Pantothenate, Xanthan Gum, Urea, Disodium EDTA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentylene Glycol, Magnesium Lactate, Papain, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pichia/Resveratrol Ferment Extract, Citric acid, Fructose, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Lactate, Alanine, Magnesium Chloride, Proline, Serine, Allantoin, Maltose, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Trehalose, Sodium Citrate, Glucose, Sodium Hyaluronate
ULTIMATE A GOLD
Water (Aqua), Lactobionic Acid, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate , C13-15 Alkane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco-Caprylate, Ectoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Dimethicone, α-Bisabolol, Natural, Retinal, 4-n-Butylresorcinol, Phosphatidylcholine, Tocopherol, Pentylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Glycine Soja (Soyabean) Oil, PEG100 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Mannitol, Cetyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Allantoin, PEG-75 Stearate , Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Ceteth-20/Steareth-20, Citric Acid, Fructose, Sodium Hydroxide, Urea, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Maltose, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Trehalose, Glucose
Before & Afters
Over 80,000 people are improving their skin with Evidence Skincare.
Vikki G
Verified
"I've been using ESK for one month to help with pigmentation and wow!
I feel like I have a brand new face. My skin is smoother and softer, dark spots have faded. It's taken years off in a really short time.
Everyone needs to know about ESK!"
Kelly K
Verified
"Hi, my name is Kelly and I have suffered with problematic skin for most of my life. I had terrible acne and chicken pocks as a child that resulted in scarring. Then along came the fine lines and wrinkles. In just under two weeks, I have seen a massive change! The regime is incredibly easy to follow, you don’t need much of it and it is an Australian product! I am finally proud of my skin and cannot wait to see what my face looks like in a month! I am so grateful! Thank you Esk!"
Victoria S
Verified
"...What an improvement!! Thank you I am so pleased!"
Kim C
Verified
"I've been using the pigmentation products for a month now, I'm very happy with the results, my brown spots have certainly faded, my overall skin is looking much better, and I'm looking forward to even greater results as I continue on using this fabulous skin care regime. I love the way my skin feels after each use and my makeup glides on to give a nice dewy effect which I haven't been able to achieve for some time. I'm feeling more confident in being able to reduce my makeup usage overall."
Jacqui V
Verified
"I would just like to say how impressed I am with ESK skin care.
I turn the big 60 this year and have be looking for a skin care for mature skin. I was watching Sunrise and Ginni came on talking about ESK. So I thought I would give it ago and I loved the fact that it was made in Australia. I love the way the cleanser made my skin feel so clean and light and the way the products sunk straight into my skin. Which I have been looking for forever. Most products just sit on top of my skin which is frustrating and can be very expensive.
My skin looks smoother and plumper. Finally something that works 😊 Thanks ESK"
Sharon Y
Verified
"The products were great, I am very impressed with my results and the care given to me by the team changing a product because of my chemotherapy. Outstanding... I believe in your products so much!
As a user of cosmeceuticals and active skincare for over 13 years and an ex user of prescription retinol, I can wholeheartedly say that ESK has made the biggest difference in the shortest timeframe of everything I've ever used.
I cannot recommend it enough."
Emma N
Verified
"I can’t believe how much my pigmentation has settled down after 1 month. Also breakouts have disappeared. I’m so impressed. The products are divine! Thank you!!"
Gemma C
Verified
Hydroxy Cleanser, C Serum Lite, Enlighten, Smooth Serum, Ultimate A
"My tailored ESK skincare set has exceeded all my expectations. I actually didn’t realise how dull and badly pigmented my skin was until seeing my own 4 weeks progress and honestly being in complete shock of the difference it has made!
I feel so much more confident now to let my natural skin be on show and not having to hide it behind a face full of makeup. I will 100% continue to use this regime as if it can make this difference in just one month imagine what the long term results can be.
Would highly recommend them to anyone that is facing their own skincare issues."
Renee M
Verified
Hydroxy Cleanser, C Serum Lite, Enlighten, Zinc Shade, Smooth Serum, Ultimate A,
"I have been using E.S.K now for 4 months and the difference I have seen and felt is beyond amazing. Being from the health care industry myself I know the importance of evidence based and scientifically tested products. I have searched for years to find a skin care range that is both gentle and safe but also effective, my skin has never been clearer. My pigmentation and skin tone are now even and I feel like I have a healthy glow. I am now happy to go without makeup and I can’t recommend E.S.K products more highly. Thank you."
Jacinta S
Verified
Hydroxy Cleanser, C Serum Lite, Enlighten, Zinc Shade, Smooth Serum,
"I’ve struggle with pigmentation problems since my pregnancy and maybe age...so I started using esk skincare and I am already noticing a huge change in my skin (the very first photo I took was so bad that I didn’t even post it and I actually wanted to cry) they have been so great with helping me and I highly recommend their products!"
Deidre Mackechnie
Verified
Calming Cleanse, C Serum Lite, Enlighten, Zinc Shade, Smooth Serum, Ultimate A+, Hydroxy Overnight Mask
"Absolutely love the effect of ESK on my skin. I have mature but blemish prone skin with some redness. I have been using ESK for just over a month. My skin is now feeling much more hydrated and there are no breakouts at all. The redness is reduced and I find I am using less makeup. Love it!!"
Gretchen A
Verified
Hydroxy Overnight Mask, Enlighten,
"So I've been using ESK Skincare’s Hydroxy Overnight Mask a couple of nights a week for a few weeks now and I am definitely impressed. It leaves my face glowing in the morning and doesn’t let it dry at all. Super hydrating mask! I've also used it to spot treat any breakout, dry and chapped skin! Don't you just love a product that not only works, but oh so versatile too!!!"
Alida H
Verified
Hydroxy Cleanser, C Serum Lite, Enlighten, Zinc Shade, Smooth Serum, Ultimate A, Peptide Primer, Eye Serum,
"So i’ve been using ESK for about 6 weeks now and i’m super happy with the results. Photo (no filter on either) on the left is before incase it’s not obvious. I have the pigmentation kit and it has made my skin feel amazing. I think there’s a difference in appearance as well. I love the ritual of putting on the different steps morning and night and I will continue using the kit now as it’s part of my daily ritual."
Florence M
Verified
Calming Cleanse, Enlighten, Zinc Shade, Smooth Serum, Ultimate A,
"I followed the morning and evening routine to the letter. I noticed some improvements on my skin texture, smaller pore size and skin glowing/looking very healthy .Is it a miracle cure? My pigmentation did not disappear but I never expected that to happen in 4 weeks!! But it did noticeably improve. Did I like it? YES! So it is a big thumbs up from me from a quality perspective, it is gentle enough to apply everyday without any of the harsh side effects of general targeted treatments yet effective!"
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Frequently Asked Questions
Almost everyone – except during pregnancy. This routine is suitable for all skin types, including pigmented, dry, sensitive, and acne-prone skin. It’s formulated with ingredients selected to support skin that’s easily irritated and to help promote a smoother, more even-looking complexion.
Apply Enlighten Gold after cleansing (and serum if applicable) and before sunscreen in the morning.
At night, after cleansing (and serum if applicable), apply Ultimate A Gold.
Enlighten Gold
A PHA + Nacinamide + 4nB moisturiser to target pigmentation for morning use (and optional night use). Formulated to support the skin’s natural barrier and help maintain hydration without blocking pores. Suitable for all skin types, including dry, sensitive, or acne-prone skin.
Ultimate A Gold
A Retinal evening cream formulated for those looking for an advanced night-time skincare option. Created with tolerance in mind, it combines ingredients to support skin that can be sensitive, reactive, or prone to irritation.
Retinal (Retinaldehyde) is the more effective and gentle form of Vitamin A. It works faster and more effectively than Retinol, and all without the irritation! Because Retinal has fewer steps to convert into the active form of Vitamin A in the skin, it is used a lower concentrations than Retinol, so while it is more effective it is also very well tolerated.