Works for
1 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Evens skin tone3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, ArbutinModerate evidence
“A triple-active, brightening & pigmentation correcting Vitamin C Serum that targets the most visible signs of dullness for visibly brighter skin in just one week, on all skin types and tones.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, arbutin.
Anti-aging3-o-ethyl ascorbic acidLimited evidence
“A triple-active, brightening & pigmentation correcting Vitamin C Serum that targets the most visible signs of dullness for visibly brighter skin in just one week, on all skin types and tones.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
This ingredient 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Arbutin + 1 moreModerate evidence
This product contains antioxidants (3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, arbutin) 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.
MoisturizingNot advertised by the brand · Glycerin, Hydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extractGood evidence
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": glycerin.
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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Parfum, Linalool + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid~7.5–11.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A 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 acidGlycerin~3.7–5.6%
- 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 GlycerinHydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extract~2.8–4.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract. Can help attract water the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extractHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium citrate~1.4–2%
- 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 citrateArbutin~1.2–1.8%
- 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 ArbutinC13-15 alkane~1–1.45%
Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed verbascum thapsus flower~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Parfum~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium gluconate~0.35–0.8%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.8%
Citric acid~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLinalool~0.1–0.45%
Limonene~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneSodium benzoate~0.05–0.25%
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Eugenol~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed opuntia ficus-indica flower extract, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium citrate, Arbutin, C13-15 alkane, Polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, Hydrolyzed verbascum thapsus flower, Parfum, Sodium gluconate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric acid, Linalool, Limonene, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Eugenol
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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.
| WhindOasis BrightYOUR PRODUCT | Image skincareIluma Intense Brightening Creme | BlissBright Idea Vitamin C + Tri-Peptide Collagen Protecting & Brightening Moisturizer | mixsoonVitamin C Cream 30ml | |
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| Match | — | 60% | 60% | 59% |
| Price | — | $70.18 | $28.00 | $13.31 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate | Niacinamide | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Arbutin - Commentatymdedge.com
- 4TOPICAL TREATMENT OF MELASMAncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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