RATIONALE The Brightening Trio

#2 The Hydragel

• Creates a physical barrier against environmental pollutants
• Restores hydration and boosts moisture levels
• Defends skin from oxidative stress caused by free radicals
• Enhances skin firmness and elasticity
• Improves overall skin radiance and evenness

#2 The Light Creme

• Deeply hydrates and moisturizes the skin
• Calms visible redness and irritation
• Brightens the complexion for a radiant glow
• Firms and refines skin texture
• Promotes a more even skin tone

#1 The Serum

• Calms and soothes irritated skin
• Strengthens the skin's barrier function
• Enhances hydration levels
• Improves skin tone and clarity
• Amplifies natural radiance

• All skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin
• Skin experiencing redness and dehydration
• Mature skin with fine lines and wrinkles
• Skin with hyperpigmentation concerns
• Oily and Combination skin
• Menopausal skin prone to dullness and dryness
• Persons concerned with puffiness, dark circles, or fine lines around the eyes

#2 The Hydragel:

• Apply a pearl-sized amount of #2 The Hydragel to your face, neck, and décolletage every morning.
• Follow up with the other products in Rationale’s Essential Six Collection to complete your daytime skincare routine

#2 The Light Creme:

• Apply a pearl-sized amount of #2 The Light Crème to your face, neck, and décolletage in the morning after serums.
• This lightweight cream works best when followed by SPF for daytime protection

#1 The Serum

• Dispense 2–3 drops into your palm.
• Gently smooth over the face, neck, décolletage, and the backs of your hands.
• For best results, use in the morning as part of your daily routine​

#2 The Hydragel

• Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (Vitamin C): A powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage and brightens the complexion.
• Retinol: Supports cellular turnover and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines.
• Superoxide Dismutase: An enzyme that neutralizes free radicals and helps prevent premature ageing.
• Ceramides (NP, NS, AP, EOP, EOS): Strengthen the skin’s barrier and prevent moisture loss​

#2 The Light Creme

• Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate): A potent antioxidant that brightens skin, evens tone, and protects against oxidative stress.
• Squalane: Deeply hydrates and nourishes the skin, restoring suppleness.
• Ceramides (NP, NS, AP, EOP, EOS): Reinforce the skin’s barrier and help retain moisture.
• Bisabolol: Calms irritated skin and reduces redness

#1 The Serum

• Niacinamide: A B-vitamin that helps reduce inflammation, soothe irritation, and strengthen the skin’s barrier.
• Sodium Hyaluronate: A form of hyaluronic acid that helps retain moisture, keeping the skin plump and hydrated.
• Ceramide NP: Strengthens the skin’s natural barrier and prevents moisture loss.
• Squalene: Provides hydration and supports the skin’s natural barrier.
• Collagen Amino Acids: Help promote skin elasticity and firmness​.

#2 The Hydragel: Aqua (Water), Propanediol, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Trideceth-9, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tocopherol, Bis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Phenylpropanol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Santalum Spicatum (Sandalwood) Seed Oil, Squalane, Propylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Superoxide Dismutase, Butylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Retinol, Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate, Carnosine, Glutathione, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Melanin, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Pentylene Glycol, Ceteareth-25, Maltodextrin, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Silica, Brachychiton Acerifolius Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetyl Alcohol, BHT, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ubiquinone, BHA, Behenic Acid, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Copper Gluconate, Phenoxyethanol, Ceramide NS, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide EOS, Banksia Serrata Flower Extract, Citrus Australasica Fruit Extract, Davidsonia Pruriens Fruit Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Extract, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit Extract, Telopea Speciosissima Flower/Leaf Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Caprooyl Phytosphingosine, Caprooyl Sphingosine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Histidine, Potassium Sorbate, Fragrance (Parfum), Limonene, Citral, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)​

#2 The Light Creme: Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Jojoba Oil, Squalane, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Betaine, Ceramides, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Lecithin, and more​

#1 The Serum: Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Water, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Aqua (Water), Methylpropanediol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Olive Oil Decyl Esters, Xanthan Gum, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil,