Temple Spa LET'S CONCENTRATE Skin Glowing Serum
Works for
Evens skin toneAlpha-arbutin, Ascorbyl glucosideWorks well
“The clever formula delivers a daily dose of vitamin C, plus potent alpha arbutin that work together to brighten and boost the skin, helping to diminish the appearance of open pores and hyperpigmentation.”
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: ascorbyl glucoside.
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-blemishZinc pcaNot delivered
“In addition, blemish-fighting antioxidants of zinc and magnesium combine with skin-loving sodium hyaluronate and orange oil to reveal soft, bare-faced confidence for you and your beautifully radiant, revived and rejuvenated skin.”
This product contains ingredients (zinc pca) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Ascorbyl glucoside, Zinc pcaMay help
This product contains antioxidants (ascorbyl glucoside) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Ascorbyl glucoside, Zinc pcaMay help
This product contains ascorbyl glucoside. This ingredient 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.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Glycerin, Sodium pca + 6 moreWorks
“skin-loving sodium hyaluronate”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin, magnesium pca.
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).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Citrus limon fruit water, LimoneneMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.5–8%
- 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 glycolAlpha-arbutin~4.6–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might help reduce hyperpigmentation when used regularly over a long period of time. Is more effective than beta-arbutin
More about Alpha-arbutinAscorbyl glucoside~3.3–4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A vitamin C derivative that is more stable but less potent than pure form of vitamin C. Has a potential to boost collagen production, nutralise free radicals and 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 Ascorbyl glucosideGlycerin~2.5–3%
- 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 Glycerin1,2-hexanediol~0.95–1.2%
Sodium pca~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaPpg-26-buteth-26~1.5–1.8%
Carbomer~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilHydroxyacetophenone~0.7–1.05%
Sodium hydroxide~0.55–0.85%
Sodium polyacrylate~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateMagnesium pca~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Magnesium pcaCitrus limon fruit water~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Disodium edta~0.45–0.65%
Sodium hyaluronate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateZinc pca~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaDiethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize the product formulation
More about Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonateCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidManganese pca~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Often used as a part of an ingredient complex Physiogenyl together with Sodium PCA, Magnesium PCA and Zinc PCA. The manufacturer claims that it does more than attracting water, but there is no evidence or studies supporting this claim
More about Manganese pcaPhenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePotassium sorbate~0.15–0.3%
Citrus aurantium peel oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePinene~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 14700~0.1–0.15%
Ci 15985~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Alpha-arbutin, Ascorbyl glucoside, Glycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium pca, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Carbomer, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium polyacrylate, Magnesium pca, Citrus limon fruit water, Disodium edta, Sodium hyaluronate, Zinc pca, Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate, Citric acid, Manganese pca, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Potassium sorbate, Citrus aurantium peel oil, Limonene, Pinene, Ci 14700, Ci 15985
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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.
| Temple SpaLET'S CONCENTRATE Skin Glowing SerumYOUR PRODUCT | The INKEY List CAAlpha Arubtin Face Serum | SOUL APOTHECARYAlpha Arbutin PLUS Serum | FormulystAnti-Aging Concentrate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 61% | 61% | 60% |
| Price | — | $15.30 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 4 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Tetrapeptide-30 | Niacinamide | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Temple Spa - LET'S CONCENTRATE Skin Glowing Serum" is effective for: Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging and Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (manganese pca 0.10% - 0.30%, zinc pca 0.10% - 0.50%, sodium hyaluronate 0.15% - 0.60%, magnesium pca 0.20% - 0.75%, sodium pca 1.20% - 1.80% and glycerin 2.80% - 4.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
- 1The Roles of Vitamin C in Skin Healthncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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