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Purifying Power Serum

Clarifying Night Serum for Blemishes and Dark Spots

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  • Azeloglicina® regulates sebum production and prevents keratinization

  • Tranexamic acid specifically targets pigment spots

  • Panthenol and niacinamide support skin regeneration

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PURE EFFECT COSMETICS

Focus on What Matters Most

Ideal for blemished, reddened, or hyperpigmented skin

Reduces excess sebum

Helps balance out skin redness and pigmentation irregularities

Absorbs quickly—ideal for layering with other serums

Non-comedogenic

The UV-protected pipette bottle ensures the stability of the valuable active ingredients down to the very last drop

Real Customer Results

Before

Afterward

after 2 months of consistent use

Don’t squeeze pimples or blackheads, and if possible, avoid harsh, mechanical exfoliation treatments at the esthetician’s—they often only treat the symptom and can further irritate the skin. A more sustainable approach is to tackle the root cause of the problem at home: with a consistent, oil-free skincare routine and effective ingredients that work to regulate and clarify your skin. This transformation shows how breakouts were able to subside when the skin was thoroughly cleansed in the morning and evening—supplemented by our fruit acid peel 2–3 times a week, as well as the Purifying Power Serum and retinol in the evening.

Before

Afterward

after 6 months of consistent use

The Purifying Power Serum is also particularly popular among women over 40, as it contains active ingredients specifically designed to target dark spots. As we age, many processes in the skin change: sun damage from earlier years becomes visible, hormonal changesbegin, and factors such as stress, alcohol, or smoking can further disrupt the skin’s complexion. That’s exactly why, once you turn 40, it’s crucial not to wait but to take active steps to counteract these changes. This transformation shows how dark spots were visibly reduced—with the added benefit of using our Time Machine Night Cream.

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Purifying Power Serum

For Your Perfect Routine

In the evening Time of day
All skin types Skin type

Application

  • Apply to the face, neck, and décolletage in the evening after cleansing and toning
  • Let it sit for a moment
  • Use sunscreen during the day

Complete Your Evening Routine

Step 1 Cleansing
DOC BERGER EFFECT Foam Intense Cleansing Foam for normal to oily skin cleanses deep into the pores and reduces blemishes
Foam Intense

Intensive cleansing foam with a gentle exfoliating effect—for normal, oily, or blemish-prone skin

€32,00
Step 2 Activating
DOC BERGER EFFECT Tonic Intense Facial Toner for normal to oily skin—clarifying, helps combat blemishes and excess sebum
Tonic Intense

Clarifying Facial Toner with Salicylic Acid – for normal, oily, or blemish-prone skin

€35,00
Step 3 Strengthening
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Purifying Power Serum

Clarifying Night Serum for Blemishes and Dark Spots

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Step 5 Regenerating
DOC BERGER EFFECT Time Machine Night Cream with Collagen Complex for Intensive Regeneration and Visible Anti-Aging Results
Time Machine

Exclusive collagen night cream with a light texture and innovative anti-aging benefits—for skin at its best

€398,00

THE POWER OF WORDS

Active Ingredients Explained

Tranexamic acid

Active ingredient for treating age spots

  • Helps promote a more even complexion
  • Helps reduce pigmentation spots
  • Helps reduce post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
  • Promotes a clearer complexion

Azeloglicina®

Active ingredient for treating blemishes

  • Regulates excess sebum
  • Ensures greater uniformity
  • Helps combat blemishes and redness
  • Provides additional moisture

Panthenol

Soothing Provitamin B5

  • Soothes irritated skin
  • Supports the skin barrier
  • Provides intense hydration
  • Promotes skin regeneration
Ingredients
AQUA (WATER), GLYCERIN, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, POTASSIUM AZELOYL DIGLYCINATE, BETAINE, PROPANEDIOL, NIACINAMIDE, TRANEXAMIC ACID, 4-BUTYLRESORCINOL, PANTHENOL, POLYGLYCERYL-10 LAURATE, DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA ROOT CELL CULTURE LYSATE, CITRIC ACID, CHONDRUS CRISPUS (CARRAGEENAN), XANTHAN GUM, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, ASCORBIC ACID, GLYCOLIC ACID, LACTIC ACID, MALIC ACID, GLUCONIC ACID, MACLURA COCHINCHINENSIS LEAF PRENYLFLAVONOIDS, SALICYLIC ACID, TARTARIC ACID
The list of ingredients is subject to change as part of our ongoing product optimization efforts. The INCI listing on the respective product packaging is authoritative.
Contraindications
  • Allergies to any of the listed ingredients.

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Chosen by prominent women whose expectations go far beyond ordinary skincare

International Superstars

Georgina Rodríguez

Millions of people follow Georgina Rodríguez—amid the jet set, camera flashes, family, and sports. International exposure also means maximum demands on the skin. This makes skincare that works even under high stress and delivers real results all the more important. That’s exactly what her DOC BERGER EFFECT favorites are all about.

Celebrity Skin After 40

Katja Burkard

Katja Burkard (61) is one of Germany’s most recognizable faces. The TV host and menopause expert supports women in midlife who want to maintain a natural glow as they age. Her DOC BERGER EFFECT routine demonstrates that high-quality skincare with active ingredients can provide long-lasting benefits for skin over 40 and 50.

Modern Skin Influencer

Leonie Hanne

Leonie Hanne stands for: prevention over repair and clean beauty over frills. Starting early, consistently protecting the skin from the sun, and deeply moisturizing it to prevent damage from occurring in the first place—that’s exactly what Leonie’s Beauty Essentials are all about. Leonie places great importance on skincare products without unnecessary additives, but with highly concentrated active ingredients.

Dr. Luise Berger

Here's what the founder says

Did you know that a large number of teenagers—and many adults as well—suffer from skin blemishes? My daughter Eleonora used to be one of them. Thanks to the right skincare routine, she now has clear, healthy skin. Our Purifying Power Serum targets the very areas where problems arise: its blend of active ingredients regulates sebum production and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. When used consistently, it can visibly improve skin texture and tone. In its new formula, the serum also specifically targets pigmentation spots. This makes it an excellent anti-aging supplement for all women over 40 who want to even out their skin’s imperfections.

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OUR COMMITMENT

What sets DOC BERGER EFFECT active-ingredient cosmetics apart?

20 years of experience as a medical specialist. In every formula.

Dr. Luise Berger develops every single formulation herself. As a specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery, she has been working with skin and its aging processes on a daily basis for over 20 years. This knowledge is incorporated into every formulation—with the goal of sustainably maintaining and specifically improving skin quality.

Clean. No compromises. Made in Germany.

It’s not enough for us to simply avoid individual controversial ingredients. Doc Berger Effect is always free of: alcohols, silicone oils, paraffins, PEGs/PPGs, parabens, microplastics, nanoparticles, dyes, fragrances suspected of causing allergies, and questionable UV filters. This makes the development process significantly more complex—but for you, we’ll keep tinkering until we find a way to do it without them. After all, the skin is our largest organ—and what we apply to it every day matters. Developed and manufactured in Germany.

A wide variety of active ingredients in the highest concentrations

Not just one key active ingredient—but over 100 active ingredients derived from nature and biotechnology research, precisely balanced to work together. Formulated at the highest concentrations and designed as a skincare system: for more active ingredients per milliliter and products that complement one another.

FAQs

Acnacidol is known for regulating sebum production. Too much sebum can lead to clogged pores and acne breakouts. Acnacidol also has an antimicrobial effect that helps fight the bacteria that cause blemished skin. Similar to Acnacidol, the exclusive active ingredient Azeloglicina regulates sebum production and also has skin-brightening properties.

Acnacidol and Azeloglicina are both active ingredients that already help reduce blemishes and inflammation without drying out the skin. But to provide even more moisture, the Purifying Power Serum contains aloe vera and panthenol. Both aloe vera and panthenol hydrate the skin, strengthen the skin’s natural barrier, and soothe irritation or redness. When used together, they have a powerful soothing effect and promote wound healing.

The Purifying Power Serum is ideal for blemish-prone skin, excessive sebum production, blackheads, or excessive keratinization. It is suitable for both oily, blemish-prone skin and dry, blemish-prone skin.

Apply the Purifying Power Serum in the evening after thoroughly cleansing your skin with the appropriate foam and toner . You can then apply other serums on top and continue with your eye care routine (in the evening: especially the Eye Cream) and your usual night cream .

For best results, we recommend daily use, generally only in the evening. During the day, you should always use the Anti-Pollution Day Cream should always be applied during the day to protect against UV rays.

Yes, the serum can be easily combined with other serums. For example, in the evening with the Booster Serum and the Retinol Serum.

This can vary from person to person, but many users report a noticeable reduction in pore size after just a few weeks of use. However, you should plan on using it for at least 2–3 months to achieve visible results. Why? Because your skin needs time to absorb the active ingredients, regenerate from the inside out, and naturally develop a clearer complexion with finer pores.

Important Information for Your Trips

Our active ingredient serums have been carefully formulated for your daily skincare routine. Please note, however, that when traveling—especially on flights—there is a risk that the serums may leak due to changes in pressure or movement. Unfortunately, we cannot accept any liability for such incidents.

To minimize the risk of leakage, we recommend that you take the following steps:

1. Seal Test:

Before you travel, make sure all caps and closures are tightly sealed. To do this, remove the pipette and thoroughly clean any residue from the neck of the vial with a cloth or tissue. Only then should you screw the pipette back on tightly—this is where leaks most often occur.

2. Upright positioning:

Store the products in an upright position whenever possible.

3. Choose carry-on luggage:

When flying, you should carry the products in your carry-on luggage so you can better control the storage conditions.

If you're unsure, we recommend leaving the serums at home just to be safe, to completely avoid any potential leaks.

Dr. Luise Berger and Eleonora Berger
Dr. Luise Berger and Eleonora Berger with the DOC BERGER EFFECT Purifying Power Serum—a serum with active ingredients that targets dark spots, blemishes, post-acne marks, and an uneven complexion for visibly clearer and more even-looking skin.

Purifying Power Serum

When blemishes, redness, and dark spots are a problem

The Purifying Power Serum was developed for skin prone to breakouts, excess oil, redness, or dark spots. The targeted combination of active ingredients restores your skin’s balance and, with consistent use, helps achieve a calmer and more even complexion. 

DOC BERGER EFFECT Purifying Power Serum with tranexamic acid and an azelaic acid derivative for treating pigmentation spots, blemishes, and discoloration—promotes an even, clear complexion and visibly refines the skin’s texture.

Purifying Power Serum

Clarifying active ingredients restore the skin's balance

Azeloglicina®, a modern derivative of azelaic acid, helps regulate sebum production and reduce redness. SEBOCLEAR™-MP supports your skin microbiome and specifically targets the development of blemishes. Tranexamic acid and butyl resorcinol complement the night serum with a brightening effect against pigment spots, while niacinamide and green tea strengthen the skin barrier and provide antioxidant protection.

DOC BERGER EFFECT Purifying Power Serum for dark spots, blemishes, and uneven skin tone—with azelaic acid derivative and tranexamic acid for a clearer, more even complexion and for mature skin ages 40 and up.

Purifying Power Serum

A serum for treating blemishes and dark spots—can it do both at the same time?

Breakouts and pigmentation often occur together: Pimples can leave behind dark spots and discoloration, while new breakouts develop at the same time. This is exactly where the Purifying Power Serum comes in. As a serum designed to combat breakouts, it helps regulate excess sebum. At the same time, tranexamic acid and butylresorcinol specifically target UV damage and uneven skin tone.

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