Meishoku Brilliant Colors Whitening Skin Conditioner
Works for
MoisturizingDipotassium glycyrrhizate, Hydroxyproline + 2 moreWorks
“Placenta extract-enriched skin conditioner softens, hydrates and brightens skin.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": dipotassium glycyrrhizate, butylene glycol.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Evens skin toneDipotassium glycyrrhizateNot delivered
“Whitening Skin Conditioner”
This product contains ingredients (dipotassium glycyrrhizate) that could help reduce hyperpigmentation (for example, post-acne marks or age spots) in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Anti-agingHydroxyprolineNot delivered
“Enriched with glycyrrhizic acid to minimize dark spots for radiant and youthful-looking skin.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Alcohol, ParfumMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Placental extract~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate~7.9–11.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizateCoix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract~4.8–7.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitol~3.4–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolHydroxyproline~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is helpful in restoring skin barrier function supporting its moisture levels. Is claimed to stimulte collagen production in skin but evidence is lacking
More about HydroxyprolineButylene glycol~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolAlcohol~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholCitric acid~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.3–0.75%
- 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 citrateParfum~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Placental extract, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen seed extract, Sorbitol, Hydroxyproline, Butylene glycol, Alcohol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Unknown, Parfum
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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.
| Meishoku Brilliant ColorsWhitening Skin ConditionerYOUR PRODUCT | I-MjuNaturie Hatomugi Skin Conditioner | ShiseidoIHADA Whitening Clear Lotion | OrbisClear Full Lotion Moist Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | $20.96 | $12.61−$8.35 | $18.56−$2.40 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 | 1 of 2 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Erythritol | Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Rohto Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Medicated Whitening Lotion MoistFreshO2 Miss Cactus Moisturizing Essence
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The product retails for 31.50$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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