Skin that looks congested and blemish-prone benefits from gentle chemical exfoliation that refines and rebalances the surface. Instead of dumping these actives into a harsh, volatile base, we engineered a water-light, highly penetrative serum that carries them comfortably into the look of the pore. Synergized with potent Green Tea Extract (EGCG) antioxidants and a robust soothing complex, this leave-on serum smooths, clarifies, and evens the look of the complexion while keeping skin calm - no peeling, burning, or cracking.

Legacy blemish products rely on brutal, outdated chemistry. Traditional formulas are built around harsh astringents, volatile drying alcohols, and massive doses of unbuffered Benzoyl Peroxide. While these primitive blends may temporarily dry out a single spot, they simultaneously obliterate the surrounding moisture barrier. This biological shock leads to chronic-looking redness, excessive flaking, and a surge of rebound oil that ultimately leaves the skin looking more congested than before. Furthermore, the heavy, chalky bases used in drugstore spot products often clash with sunscreen, causing uncontrollable clumping and product pilling.

We Do Things Differently

V17 QUELL is our modern answer to the aggressive, barrier-destroying blemish products that plague the skincare industry. We engineered this formula to visibly clarify and refine congested-looking skin without inflicting collateral damage on the barrier. By relying on an advanced green-chemistry transit system, we completely bypass the need for drying alcohols and harsh astringents. This allows our clinical acid matrix to glide into the look of the pore, where dullness and congestion appear. Combined with an advanced soothing complex, this leave-on serum refines the appearance of pores and evens the look of the complexion while leaving the face calm, hydrated, and perfectly primed for the rest of your routine - without a single flake of pilling.

The Clarifying Matrix

5% Mandelic Acid, 1% Salicylic Acid & 1% Zinc PCA: A 5% Mandelic Acid dose, a large and gentle AHA, resurfaces and refines the look of skin texture, while a targeted 1% Salicylic Acid (BHA) works into the surface of the pore to sweep away dead skin cells and the look of congestion. 1% Zinc PCA helps minimize the look of oil and calm the appearance of redness.

Antioxidant Defense

0.5% Epigallocatechin Gallate (Green Tea Extract EGCG): Utilized at the precise clinical threshold required to deliver powerful antioxidant defense while helping the skin look less shiny and more balanced.

The Recovery Complex

1% Panthenol & 0.4% Allantoin: An aggressive 0.4% Allantoin payload rapidly calms the look of redness, perfectly synergized with 1% Panthenol to soothe the feel of stressed skin and support a smooth, even-looking surface.

The Advanced Transit & Base Matrix

Propanediol & Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI): A robust 8% Propanediol and 3% DMI solvent network that safely carries the clarifying actives into the look of the pore, completely eliminating the need for the barrier-destroying drying alcohols used in traditional blemish serums.

Betaine & Tremella Fuciformis (Snow Mushroom) Extract: Specialized osmolytes and hydrators that effortlessly manage intracellular water balance to prevent the tight, dehydrated feeling common with harsh blemish products without causing congestion.

Broad-Spectrum Bio-Preservative, Sodium Phytate & Clean Thickeners (Xanthan/Tara Gum): Clean, broad-spectrum antimicrobial preservatives and chelating agents that perfectly stabilize the active acid load, bound together in a minimal texture matrix to maintain a rapidly absorbing liquid.

Formula Metrics

• Freshness: Compounded Fresh on Day 0 (Made-to-Order for peak biological potency)
• pH Level: 3.4 - 3.6 (Optimized for gentle, effective acid exfoliation)
• Texture: Water-light, rapidly absorbing liquid
• Base Matrix: 100% Water-Based (Alcohol & Silicone-Free)
• Scent & Color: Odorless / Crystal Clear
• Skin Compatibility: Formulated for blemish-prone, congested, and oily-looking skin types
• Regimen Placement: Step 2: AM & PM Active Step (Leave-on clarifying serum)

Our Purity Standard

• Alcohol, Silicone & Benzoyl Peroxide Free: A 100% breathable, aggressively safe matrix
• Non-Comedogenic: Clinically proven not to clog pores
• Sensory Guarantee: Zero sticky, tacky, or greasy residue (Zero "grit")
• Fragrance & Essential Oil Free: Zero volatile masking scents
• No Dyes or Drying Alcohols: No artificial colorants or barrier-damaging astringents
• Paraben, Sulfate & Phthalate Free: Zero harsh stripping agents or endocrine disruptors
• Gluten-Free: Safe for highly reactive and celiac-sensitive skin types
• Cruelty-Free & Vegan: Never tested on animals, zero animal-derived ingredients
• Made in America: Compounded fresh in Lakewood, Colorado

Product Specifications

• Size: 1.0 fl oz / 30 mL
• Packaging: UV-Protective Light-Blocking Amber Glass Dropper Bottle
• Safety & Precautions: For external use only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes and mucosal membranes. Keep out of reach of children. If severe irritation occurs, cease use and consult a physician. Sunburn Alert: This product contains Beta Hydroxy Acids that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.

When to use

Apply 4-6 drops every morning and evening to clean, dry skin. Can be used as a full-face serum or applied to areas of concern as a targeted leave-on step.

The Perfect Pair

Wash your face with P01 WASH and wait 1 to 2 minutes for the skin to dry. Apply V17 QUELL evenly across the face or to areas prone to congestion. Follow immediately with H03 PLUMP to flood the cells with deep, non-comedogenic hydration and support the barrier.

Storage & Freshness

Keep tightly closed in a cool, dark place.

The Golden Rule (Sun Protection)

Chemical exfoliation and accelerated cellular turnover reveal fresh, highly vulnerable skin. Finishing your morning routine with a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ is absolutely non-negotiable to prevent severe UV damage, photo-aging, and rebound hyperpigmentation.

• Aqua (Water): Purified Base Matrix
• Propanediol: Plant-Derived Hydrating Bio-Solvent
• Mandelic Acid: Gentle Resurfacing AHA
• Dimethyl Isosorbide: Advanced Penetration Enhancer
• Salicylic Acid: Lipid-Soluble Exfoliating BHA
• Zinc PCA: Oil-Look Minimizer & Skin Soother
• Phenoxyethanol: Broad-Spectrum Preservative
• Caprylyl Glycol: Humectant & Preservative Booster
• Panthenol: Deep Cellular Hydrator & Barrier Repair (Vitamin B5)
• Betaine: Intracellular Moisture Manager
• Epigallocatechin Gallate: Green Tea Antioxidant (EGCG)
• Allantoin: Smoothing & Soothing Agent
• Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide: Weightless Snow Mushroom Hydrator
• Sodium Phytate: Chelating Agent & Formula Stabilizer
• Ethylhexylglycerin: Preservative Booster & Skin Conditioner
• Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum: Clean Texture Stabilizer
• Xanthan Gum: Clean Texture Stabilizer