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Highlights
Summary
The COSRX The Alpha-Arbutin 2 Discoloration Care Serum is a high-potency serum with anti-melanin active ingredients like Alpha Arbutin, Tranexamic Acid, and Niacinamide, effectively addressing every stage of hyperpigmentation while soothing irritation and providing hydration.
Benefits
- Improves the appearance of hyperpigmentation and discoloration
- Evens skin tone and brightens dark spots
Formulated Without
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates
Key Ingredients
- Alpha-arbutin: decrease pigmentation in age spots, acne scars, and post-acne redness
- Tranexamic Acid: Improves brightness and treats discoloration
- Niacinamide: Smooths skin texture and treats fine lines
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Apply a proper amount evenly on the face, avoiding the eye area.
Water / Aqua / Eau, Propanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid, Acetyl Glucosamine, Alpha-Arbutin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dimethicone, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Butylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Alcohol, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Metabisulfite, Disodium Edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Sodium Citrate, Madecassoside, Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hyaluronic Acid, Ferulic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Panthenol, Arginine, Methyl Trimethicone, Allantoin, Glutathione, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate.
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Questions
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- Q
Can you use this in the morning and in the evening .
- Asked by Sandy
- Official Answer By COSRX - Brand EngageYes, you can use The Alpha-Arbutin 2% Discoloration Care Serum both in the morning and in the evening. We recommend applying it after cleansing and toning your skin, followed by your moisturizer and sunscreen in the morning.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this vegan?
- Asked by NA
- Official Answer By COSRX - Brand EngageThe Alpha-Arbutin Serum is formulated without any animal-derived ingredients, but it is not vegan certified.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is it best to use this product in the morning or the night?
- Asked by Gaby
- Official Answer By COSRX - Brand EngageThis serum can be used both in the morning and at night. If you choose to use it in the morning, please remember to apply sunscreen afterward.Was this answer helpful to you
Reviews
Review Snapshot
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Ratings Distribution
Most Helpful Positive Review
Incredible Serum for Hyperpigmentation
I cannot believe how much I love this Serum. It worked absolute wonders on my face in just one week, and it continues to work it's magic. If you have any sort of hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, sunspots, or dark spots from waxing, you need to add the CosRx Alpha-Arbutin 2 Discoloration Care Serum ...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Disappointed
Tried it as COSRX is a great Korean brand and was hoping it would be different than all the others. Plus, all the positive reviews. But after twice daily usage for 2 months, there was nonchange to any of my dark spots. I did before & after pics & i think it actually got worse! Thankfully i purchased...
1193 results
Nope
I used one bottle of this with no issues. I thought it helped some with evening out skin tone. But my second bottle is causing breakouts. More like skin irritation than acne. There is no ingredient in this that shoukd be a problem for me, so I wonder if something has oxidized and I received a bad batch.
Great product
This product is great for my sensitive skin. Its such an affordable price and it does what i need it to. Help lift dark spots from acne overnight.
Really good for sensitive skin!
I have very reactive sensitive rosacea-prone skin and this serum has helped immensely for my acne hyperpigmentation without irritating my skin. I have very reactive skin that I cant even use vitamin C derivatives. This serum has no vitamin C or exfoliating acids, so its perfect for sensitive skin. It's definitely slow acting and you have to be very consistent with it but i can see my dark spots fading faster than if I didnt use anything.
Don't love the consistency
If you do add more than one layer, it gets pretty sticky/tacky, so layering on more moisturizer and SPF can get tricky--particularly if you plan on putting on makeup. I also think that there are better products out there for discoloration.
Effective and Gentle!
I don't use this on my face. I actually use it on my abdomen to fade discoloration of surgical scars. It has a nice light texture and doesn't feel sticky. I use it every day in the morning and at night I apply retinol. The combination of the two products has really done a nice job at lightening the discoloration of my scars. I also love that there are multiple active ingredients for fading discoloration so it's a great all in one serum!