Hyperpigmentation & acne-scar reputation
Most buyers purchased specifically to fade acne marks, melasma, or sun-induced dark spots after reading rave reviews claiming visible results.
Repeat purchase / holy grail status
An unusually high number of reviewers mention buying their 3rd, 8th, or even 11th bottle, treating it as a skincare staple they restock automatically.
Value of the duo/set pricing
Many cite the two-bottle set as a good deal, often bought during Olive Young sales, sometimes to share with a mother, husband, or sibling.
Influencer / word-of-mouth recommendation
Several reviewers cite YouTubers (e.g. 'Arang') or general online buzz about the serum's brightening claims as the trigger for their first purchase.
Ingredient reputation
Buyers frequently mention being drawn in by the vitamin C, glutathione, niacinamide, and tranexamic acid blend as a gentler alternative to high-strength vitamin C serums like COSRX.