Works for
Evens skin toneAscorbic acid, ArbutinWorks well
“A brightening serum enriched with 19% pure Vitamin C to even out skin tone and to return radiance to tired complexions, this comes with extra moisturization benefits that leaves skin plumped-up and soft.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: ascorbic acid.
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: arbutin.
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.
MoisturizingAdenosine, Propylene carbonate + 1 moreNot delivered
“A brightening serum enriched with 19% pure Vitamin C to even out skin tone and to return radiance to tired complexions, this comes with extra moisturization benefits that leaves skin plumped-up and soft.”
Does not contain good ingredients to help with moisturization.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ascorbic acid, Arbutin + 2 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbic acid) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - arbutin also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Ascorbic acid, AdenosineWorks well
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains ascorbic acid, adenosine.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, LimoneneMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Propanediol~23–35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPropylene carbonate~8.8–13.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to dissolve other ingredients and create nice product texture
More about Propylene carbonateAscorbic acid~4.6–6.9%
- 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 acid2,3-butanediol~3.2–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dimethyl isosorbide~2.3–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to dissolve other ingredients in a product and can enhance their ability to penetrate the skin
More about Dimethyl isosorbideArbutin~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
More about ArbutinCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilLimonene~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractAdenosine~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineIngredient list view
Propanediol, Propylene carbonate, Ascorbic acid, 2,3-butanediol, Dimethyl isosorbide, Arbutin, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Limonene, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Adenosine
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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.
| MizonReal Vitamin C AmpouleYOUR PRODUCT | Dr Dennis GrossProfessional Grade IPL Dark Spot Concentrated Serum | GarnierVitamin-C Night Serum | L'Oréal ParisDerm Intensives Vitamin C Face Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 92% | 89% | 89% |
| Price | $30.34 | $92.00+$61.66 | $12.06−$18.28 | $24.03−$6.31 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Ferulic Acid | Glycerin | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Purito SEOUL Pure Vitamin C Serummixsoon Vitamin C 20 Serum 10ml
Product summary
"Mizon - Real Vitamin C Ampoule" is effective for: Evens skin tone and Anti-aging
Ingredient callouts
- This product also contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 4.60% - 6.90% It can be helpful in stimulating collagen production, neutralizing free radicals in skin and improving pigmentation marks. We recommend to use up this product quickly after opening: Ascorbic Acid degrades fast when it gets in contact with air and light. The moment the product turns orange, it is a sign that a significant share of the vitamin C in it is no longer effective.
- Adenosine 0.15% - 0.60%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
Price
The product retails for 29.50A$ in Australia, for 23.50£ in the United Kingdom and for 30.34$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 8 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Arbutin - Commentatymdedge.com
- 3TOPICAL TREATMENT OF MELASMAncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4
- 5Flavonoids in Treating Psoriasissciencedirect.com
- 6
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