Shiseido White Lucent OnMakeup Spot Correcting Serum
Works for
Evens skin tonePotassium methoxysalicylate, AlanineWorks well
“After 1 application. . 90% agreed "this serum delivers components to the depth of my skin" After 1 week. . 97% agreed "I don't have to worry during the day if I have this serum" After 1 and 6 weeks. . 88% agreed "my dark spots have decreased after using this serum" After 9 weeks. . 91% agreed "my dark spots have decreased after using this serum"”
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: alanine.
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.
MoisturizingDimethicone, Glycerin + 10 moreWorks
“Dryness .”
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:
alanine, betaine.
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?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Sd alcohol 40-b, Alcohol denat. + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Dimethicone~5.2–6.4%
- 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 DimethiconeTitanium dioxide~5–6.1%
- 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 dioxideCi 77891~3.7–4.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycerin~2.8–3.5%
- 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 GlycerinSd alcohol 40-b~2.3–2.8%
- 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 Sd alcohol 40-bAlcohol denat.~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps thicken the product consistency
More about Methyl methacrylate crosspolymerDiisostearyl malate~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateEthylhexyl methoxycinnamate~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateBetaine~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineIron oxides~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 77492~1–1.2%
Titanium dioxide~1.1–1.4%
- 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 dioxidePeg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.8–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A type of silicone that helps water and oil mix together
More about Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconePeg-10 dimethicone~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss
More about Peg-10 dimethiconeIron oxides~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 77491~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A red colorant made of iron oxide. Typically is not irritating
More about Ci 77491Sorbitan sesquiisostearate~0.7–1.1%
Potassium methoxysalicylate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help reduce hyperpigmentation
More about Potassium methoxysalicylateTrimethylsiloxysilicate~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps create a nice product consistency and support the delivery of other ingredients
More about TrimethylsiloxysilicateAluminum hydroxide~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is used to add opaque (non-transparent) appearance to formulations. Can be used to coat other ingredients for even dispersion. This is a different ingredient compared to the ones used in antipersperants (aluminium chloride and aluminium chlorohydrate)
More about Aluminum hydroxideDisteardimonium hectorite~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency
More about Disteardimonium hectoritePolysilicone-2~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Stearic acid~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerDisodium edta~0.65–0.95%
Silica~0.75–1.15%
Methylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Butylene glycol~0.6–0.9%
- 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 glycolAlanine~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to lighten the skin, but solid evidence is lacking
More about AlanineEthylparaben~0.2–0.4%
Sodium citrate~0.65–0.95%
- 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 citrateAlcohol~0.6–0.95%
- 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~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumBht~0.6–0.9%
Iron oxides~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An umbrella term for the following three colorants: CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. They might be able to offer some protection against visible light, but the degree of the protection is not clear
More about Iron oxidesCi 77499~0.65–1%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.65–0.95%
- 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 acetate2-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.6–0.95%
- 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 TocopherolCitric acid~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidButylphenyl methylpropional~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalBarium sulfate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mica~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaLimonene~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.5–0.75%
Sodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeSodium hyaluronate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronatePrunus yedoensis leaf extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Paeonia suffruticosa root extract~0.45–0.65%
Citronellol~0.35–0.6%
Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether~0.4–0.65%
- 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 etherRehmannia chinensis root extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Uncaria gambir extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals, but solid research is missing. Can be irritating
More about Uncaria gambir extractHydrogen dimethicone~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps the function of sunscreen and pigment ingredients in the formulation
More about Hydrogen dimethiconeAlumina~0.2–0.35%
- 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 AluminaChlorella vulgaris extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A plant extract that can help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
More about Chlorella vulgaris extractIngredient list view
Water, Dimethicone, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Glycerin, Sd alcohol 40-b, Alcohol denat., Methyl methacrylate crosspolymer, Diisostearyl malate, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Betaine, Iron oxides, Ci 77492, Titanium dioxide, Peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Peg-10 dimethicone, Iron oxides, Ci 77491, Sorbitan sesquiisostearate, Potassium methoxysalicylate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Aluminum hydroxide, Disteardimonium hectorite, Polysilicone-2, Stearic acid, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Disodium edta, Silica, Methylparaben, Butylene glycol, Alanine, Ethylparaben, Sodium citrate, Alcohol, Parfum, Bht, Iron oxides, Ci 77499, Tocopheryl acetate, 2-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Tocopherol, Citric acid, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Barium sulfate, Mica, Limonene, Linalool, Sodium metabisulfite, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Sodium hyaluronate, Prunus yedoensis leaf extract, Paeonia suffruticosa root extract, Citronellol, Peg/ppg-14/7 dimethyl ether, Rehmannia chinensis root extract, Uncaria gambir extract, Hydrogen dimethicone, Alumina, Chlorella vulgaris 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 OnMakeup Spot Correcting SerumYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaHydro Boost Ultra Hydrating Serum with Hyaluronic Acid | CliniqueSmart Wrinkle Correcting Serum All Skin Types | SNPPrep Peptaronic Tone Up Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 38% |
| Price | — | $15.17 | $80.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 6 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate | Hexapeptide-11 |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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