Shiseido White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum
Works for
Evens skin tonePotassium methoxysalicylate, Pancratium maritimum extract + 1 moreWorks well
“Minimises the look of dark spots and dullness”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: potassium methoxysalicylate
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: pancratium maritimum 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-agingTocopherolNot delivered
“This powerful serum combats dark spots and dullness to even tone, revealing a younger-looking and healthier-feeling surface.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycerin, Dimethicone + 14 moreWorks
“Simply smooth on a small amount after cleansing and finish with moisturiser.”
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:
glycerin, butylene glycol.
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: dimethicone, peg-10 dimethicone.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Alcohol, Parfum + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~5.8–7.1%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One 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 GlycerinDipropylene glycol~2.8–3.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPotassium methoxysalicylate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help reduce hyperpigmentation
More about Potassium methoxysalicylateDimethicone~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeBehenyl alcohol~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholTriethylhexanoin~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TriethylhexanoinDiphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Help improve the product's texture
More about Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconeTalc~1.1–1.3%
Batyl alcohol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol. Used to stabilize other ingredients and is an emollient
More about Batyl alcoholDiisostearyl malate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malatePhenoxyethanol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPeg-6~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-6Peg-32~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Peg-32Behenic acid~0.45–0.65%
Peg-60 glyceryl isostearate~0.3–0.5%
Peg-10 dimethicone~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
More about Peg-10 dimethiconeSodium metaphosphate~0.2–0.4%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetatePeg/ppg-17/4 dimethyl ether~0.2–0.35%
Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time
More about Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamateSilica~0.3–0.55%
Sodium citrate~0.2–0.35%
- 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 citrateAlumina~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaPotassium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Succinoglycan~0.2–0.35%
Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin. It also forms a protective on its surface to reduce water loss
More about Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl etherDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.2–0.35%
- 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 glycyrrhizate2-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Xanthan gum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumTitanium dioxide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideAlcohol~0.2–0.4%
- 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 AlcoholParfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCaffeine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals. Can have a dehydration effect that might somewhat decrease the look of puffy eyes
More about CaffeineSodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLinalool~0.2–0.35%
Tocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 TocopherolCitronellol~0.2–0.35%
Geraniol~0.2–0.35%
Angelica keiskei leaf/stem extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrant plant extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Angelica keiskei leaf/stem extractCrataegus monogyna flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCellulose~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CellulosePancratium maritimum extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. It might help reduce hyperpigmentation
More about Pancratium maritimum extractRehmannia chinensis root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Artemisia princeps leaf extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus yedoensis leaf extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ziziphus jujuba fruit extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyrola incarnata extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potentilla erecta root extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene glycol, Potassium methoxysalicylate, Dimethicone, Behenyl alcohol, Triethylhexanoin, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Talc, Batyl alcohol, Diisostearyl malate, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-6, Peg-32, Behenic acid, Peg-60 glyceryl isostearate, Peg-10 dimethicone, Sodium metaphosphate, Disodium edta, Tocopheryl acetate, Peg/ppg-17/4 dimethyl ether, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Silica, Sodium citrate, Alumina, Potassium hydroxide, Succinoglycan, Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, 2-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Xanthan gum, Titanium dioxide, Alcohol, Parfum, Caffeine, Sodium metabisulfite, Citric acid, Linalool, Tocopherol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Angelica keiskei leaf/stem extract, Crataegus monogyna flower extract, Limonene, Cellulose, Pancratium maritimum extract, Rehmannia chinensis root extract, Artemisia princeps leaf extract, Prunus yedoensis leaf extract, Ziziphus jujuba fruit extract, Pyrola incarnata extract, Potentilla erecta root extract
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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.
| ShiseidoWhite Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot SerumYOUR PRODUCT | AMPLE:NPeptide Shot Ampoule | LANEIGEPerfect Renew Signature Serum | THE FACE SHOPYehwadam Heaven Grade Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | — | $25.99 | $39.00 | $43.77 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Retinol | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Shiseido - White Lucent Illuminating Micro-Spot Serum" is effective for: Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 4.00% - 4.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 68.95£ up to 2259.00£ in the United Kingdom, for 123.84A$ in Australia, from 151.00$ up to 185.00$ in the United States and for 930.00HK$ in Hong Kong.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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