The May Coop White Activator is a Korean-made serum that is said to help brighten and even out skin tone. It is a lightweight serum that is said to be quickly absorbed by the skin.

 May Coop White Activator Review

I have been using the May Coop White Activator for about a month now, and I have to say that I really like it! It is a lightweight serum that is quickly absorbed by the skin, and it leaves my skin feeling soft and hydrated. It has also helped to brighten and even out my skin tone. I would definitely recommend this serum to anyone looking for a good brightening serum! 

Maple Tree Sap is the main ingredient in the May Coop Raw range. In this serum, it features at a huge concentration of 80% within a waterless formula. The key feature of this inclusion is its ability to absorb easily and hydrate deeply due to its molecular size. Sap molecules are even smaller than those of water. Additionally, it delivers anti-ageing benefits due to amino peptides and antioxidants in its composition which help to rejuvenate the skin.

The serum is also packed with hydrating ingredients. The salt form of Hyaluronic Acid is known as Sodium Hyaluronate (HA). It helps to hydrate the skin through an ability to bind to water and fill the spaces between connective skin fibres, achieving a plumping effect. Panthenol (provitamin B5), Trehalose and Allantoin also increase water content of the skin while Glycerin, the most commonly used humectant appears at a concentration second only to the maple tree sap. Shea Butter and Olive Oil add moisturising and nourishing benefits while Ceramide 3 helps to restore hydration by strengthening the moisture seal.

There are some very exotic botanical extracts in the formula. Coptis Japonica Root Extract, also known as Goldthread, is an Asian herb cultivated to answer medicinal needs used to treat skin disorders. Goldthread is high in antioxidants and together with its anti-inflammatory properties provides a soothing and hydrating effect to the skin. It has a cooling sensation that helps to decrease skin temperature and in doing so, better balance facial oils, reduce redness and deliver radiance. Goldthread is also said to protect against UV damage and photo-ageing.

The extracts of seven varieties of mushroom are also included, namely Maitake, Cordyceps, Hoelen, Agaricus, Meshima, Reishi and Tremella. Topical applications of mushrooms claim skin beautifying qualities due to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. These help treat skin problems caused by inflammation and excessive free radical activity as well as encourage faster skin renewal and increased skin elasticity. Boosting antioxidant activity further are Beta-glucan and Soybean Extracts. Rice Extracts are included to contribute tone enhancement by smoothing and brightening the skin.