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Works for
Anti-agingAscorbic acidNot delivered
“This serum also helps reduce the signs of aging and smooth wrinkles.”
This product contains ginkgo biloba leaf extract. This ingredient might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid ~3.7–5.6%Under-dosed
“AGE DISCOLORATION CYSTEAMINE SERUM MELA BRIGHT [C+] helps correct stubborn dark spots.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Ascorbic acidMay help
This product contains antioxidants (ginkgo biloba leaf extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Propylene glycol~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolIsopentyldiol~6.9–10.4%
Water~4.9–7.3%
Ascorbic acid~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidGinkgo biloba leaf extract~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation in skin. It can be irritating
More about Ginkgo biloba leaf extractCysteamine hcl~1.8–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ethoxydiglycol~1.1–1.7%
Phytic acid~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidAcetyl glycyl beta-alanine~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-8 dimethicone~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that can help create nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-8 dimethiconeAminomethyl propanol~0.2–0.75%
Citric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateGlycereth-26~0.05–0.2%
Ingredient list view
Propylene glycol, Isopentyldiol, Water, Ascorbic acid, Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, Cysteamine hcl, Ethoxydiglycol, Phytic acid, Acetyl glycyl beta-alanine, Peg-8 dimethicone, Aminomethyl propanol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Glycereth-26
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Alpha ScienceMela Bright [C+] SerumYOUR PRODUCT | IsdinceuticsFlavo-C Serum | ISDINIsdinceutics Flavo-C | BarefacedLiquid Gold | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 96% | 96% | 91% |
| Price | — | — | $31.08 | $136.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 | 2 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | — | Lactic Acid | Ganoderma Lucidum Extract |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Transparent Lab Ascorbic C15Skin Authority Super-C Serum
Product summary
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 3.70% - 5.60% It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production, neutralizing free radicals in skin and improving pigmentation marks. We recommend to use up this product quickly after opening: Ascorbic Acid degrades fast when it gets in contact with air and light. The moment the product turns orange, it is a sign that a significant share of the vitamin C in it is no longer effective.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5Cosmeceutical Critique: Ginkgo Bilobamdedge.com
- 6Cosmetic and dermatologic use of alpha hydroxy acidsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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