
“Skin lightening serum with the main ingredients alpha arbutin (2%), licorice root extract (1%), ethyl ascorbic acid (.5%), and chromabright® (.1%) which functions to help reduce dark spots and uneven skin tone, as well as brighten the skin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: alpha-arbutin
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: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, dimethylmethoxy chromanyl palmitate, galactomyces ferment filtrate, 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.
This product contains antioxidants (galactomyces ferment filtrate) 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 - 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, centella asiatica extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
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. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
algae extract, galactomyces ferment filtrate.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: algae extract, cyclopentasiloxane.
This product contains centella asiatica extract, galactomyces ferment filtrate. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
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A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneMight help reduce hyperpigmentation when used regularly over a long period of time. Is more effective than beta-arbutin
More about Alpha-arbutinUsed 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 glycolA plant extract that can help lighten the skin and calm down inflammation. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Glycyrrhiza glabra root extractA yeast ferment filtrate (also known as Pitera - a trademarked name for the filtrate reserved by the SK-II brand). It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, can help neutralize antioxidants and can be helpful in evening out the skin tone. It might be somewhat helpful in preventing premature skin aging but solid evidence is lacking. A small manufacturer study also shows that, when used in high concentrations, it can help reduce sebum production and help against blocked pores
More about Galactomyces ferment filtrateA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinA vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Can help neutralize free radicals and help reduce hyperpigmentation, but the required concentration is likely to be much higher than for the pure form of vitamin C, limiting the ingredient's effectiveness in products
More about 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidPlant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractRed algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispusAn oil-soluble compound that has been shown in laboratory studies (in a petri dish, not on human volunteers) to inhibit melanin production in skin and help even out the skin tone. More research is needed to understand if it works in real life
More about Dimethylmethoxy chromanyl palmitateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might support the healthy skin microbiome
More about Lactobacillus ferment filtrateA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolUsed to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideHelps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinHelps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilA 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 glycyrrhizateHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinA preservative that releases formaldehyde and can be irritating
More about Dmdm hydantoinNaturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumActs as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Alpha-arbutin, Butylene glycol, Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract, Galactomyces ferment filtrate, Centella asiatica extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Glycerin, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Algae extract, Unknown, Chondrus crispus, Algae oligosaccharides, Dimethylmethoxy chromanyl palmitate, Sodium hyaluronate, Lactobacillus ferment filtrate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Sodium benzoate, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Dmdm hydantoin, Sodium pca, Parfum, Tetrasodium edta, Propanediol, 1,2-hexanediol, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Avena sativa kernel extract, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| NUTRISHEIntensive Bright & Glow SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Face Reality SkincareglowTone™ Corrective Serum | Undefined BeautyR&R Day Serum | CELLCHERBright Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 49% | 48% | 47% |
| Price | — | $64.00 | $27.99 | $65.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 14 | 3 of 14 | 4 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | — |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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"NUTRISHE - Intensive Bright & Glow Serum" is effective for: Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing and Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 28 studies and safety reviews.
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