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Hada Labo Gokujun Premium Hyaluronic Solution Versus The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA

General Moisturizer
Serum
Japanese Brand Japan
Canadian Brand Canada

Updated on July 29, 2025

Overview

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside

What's inside

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Gokujun Premium Hyaluronic Solution

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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When to use

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Hydrating 60% Doesn't Work 20% Great Value 20%
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Absorbs Well 67% Broke Me Out 67% Drying 33%