Works for
Evens skin toneAlpha-arbutin, Glutathione + 1 moreWorks well
“This serum brightens your complexion, evens skin tone, and diminishes dark spots for a luminous, healthy-looking skin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: alpha-arbutin, glutathione
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: glycyrrhiza glabra root extract.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingTocopherolMay help
This product contains glutathione. This ingredient help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they might be able to prevent early signs of aging (like fine lines and wrinkles), at least to some extent. These ingredients will not be able to "reverse" signs of aging.
MoisturizingPhospholipids, Glutathione + 5 moreNot delivered
Does not contain the most effective ingredients for moisturization. The humectants (glucosyl hesperidin, aloe barbadensis extract) can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Keep in mind though that this product lacks emollients that can reduce the moisture loss over time. You might want to use a separate product emollients and occlusives like dimethicone, oils, or butters on top.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Glutathione, Rosa damascena flower water + 4 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (glutathione) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Aloe barbadensis extract~6.1–9.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis extractRosa damascena flower water~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used to add a nice rose smell to the product. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and have some anti-oxidant effect. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower waterPhospholipids~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Emollients that are naturaly present in skin. In addition, they help water and oil mix together in the product
More about PhospholipidsGlycyrrhiza glabra root extract~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractAlpha-arbutin~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help reduce hyperpigmentation when used regularly over a long period of time. Is more effective than beta-arbutin
More about Alpha-arbutinMyrciaria dubia seed extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Vitis vinifera skin extract~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glutathione~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlutathionePunica granatum seed extract~0.5–1.2%
Sodium levulinate~0.4–0.9%
Sodium anisate~0.15–0.7%
Tocopherol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolGlucosyl hesperidin~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be able to neutralize free radicals in skin. Also works as a humectant
More about Glucosyl hesperidinXanthan gum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumIngredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis extract, Rosa damascena flower water, Phospholipids, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Alpha-arbutin, Myrciaria dubia seed extract, Vitis vinifera skin extract, Glutathione, Punica granatum seed extract, Unknown, Sodium levulinate, Sodium anisate, Tocopherol, Unknown, Glucosyl hesperidin, Xanthan gum
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| 9skinILLUMINATE - Glow SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Queen Natural New York7in1 White and Bright Super Serum | COSRXThe Alpha-Arbutin 2 Discoloration Care Serum | Fitglow BeautyVita Active B+C+E Hyaluronic Super Serum - Travel | |
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| Match | — | 60% | 56% | 56% |
| Price | — | $20.99 | $17.14 | $12.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Madecassoside | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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