Wild Science Lab Root + Fruit Light Switch Hyperpigmentation Serum
Works for
Evens skin tonePotassium azeloyl diglycinate, Tranexamic acidWorks well
“Root + Fruit Light Switch Hyperpigmentation Serum”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: potassium azeloyl diglycinate, tranexamic acid
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.
MoisturizingGlycerin, Tranexamic acid + 6 moreWorks
“Rejuvenate and control the skin with a multi-dimensional complex of brightening, smoothing and hydrating Tranexamic Acid, Azelaic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Betaine, Aloe Vera and refreshing Cucumber extract.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": betaine, 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).
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Potassium azeloyl diglycinateMay help
This product might be able to help reduce blemishes and clogged pores because it contains potassium azeloyl diglycinate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Aloe barbadensis leaf water~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but data on its effectiveness is lacking. While the majority of the content is plain water, it can contain some goodies like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf waterWater~12–18%
Pentylene glycol~5–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolGlycerin~3.4–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinCucumis sativus fruit extract~2.5–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractTranexamic acid3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is effective in reducing hyperpigmentation and evening out the skin tone. It can also help in skin barrier recovery. It is used to treat melasma, especially with injections and when taken orally
More about Tranexamic acidPotassium azeloyl diglycinate3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A derivative of azelaic acid. It is obtained by reacting the chloride of azelaic acid with two molecules of glycine (an amino acid) and potassium hydroxide. It is less studied than azelaic acid, but the available research suggests that it also can be effective in reducing skin redness, hyperpigmentation and blemishes. There are claims that it is more bio-available and more effective than azelaic acid, but no comparison study is available. Potassium azeloyl diglycinate is better soluble in water compared with azelaic acid. Because of this property, products with potassium azeloyl digclycinate can have a nicer texture
More about Potassium azeloyl diglycinateBetaine~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineHydrolyzed hyaluronic acid~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin
More about Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acidSphingomonas ferment extract~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydroxyacetophenone~0.4–0.95%
Potassium sorbate~0.1–0.5%
Citric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Aloe barbadensis leaf water, Water, Pentylene glycol, Glycerin, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Tranexamic acid, Potassium azeloyl diglycinate, Betaine, Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, Sphingomonas ferment extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Potassium sorbate, Citric acid
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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.
| Wild Science LabRoot + Fruit Light Switch Hyperpigmentation SerumYOUR PRODUCT | FacileBrighten 5% Niacinamide Serum for Dark Spots & Uneven Texture | Fig. 1Even Tone Serum | Biodroga MD10% Azelaic Skin Booster Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 86% | 86% |
| Price | — | $38.00 | $34.85 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Wild Science Lab - Root + Fruit Light Switch Hyperpigmentation Serum" is effective for: Evens skin tone
This product could be helpful for: Moisturizing and Anti-blemish, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid 1.10% - 1.60%, betaine 1.70% - 2.60% and glycerin 3.40% - 5.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 30.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 11 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Effect of tranexamic acid on melasma: a clinical trial with histological evaluationonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 3Tranexamic acid accelerates skin barrier recovery and upregulates occludin in damaged skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 4
- 5Efficacy and possible mechanisms of topical tranexamic acid in melasmaonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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