Shiseido Benefiance Brightening Micro-Spot Serum Versus SkinBetter Science Even Intensive Skin Tone Correcting Serum
Updated on June 19, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe serums. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA, exfoliants and Vitamin C
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Shiseido Benefiance Brightening Micro-Spot Serum 37 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Even Intensive Skin Tone Correcting Serum 49 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Shiseido Benefiance Brightening Micro-Spot Serum 37 ingredients
SkinBetter Science Even Intensive Skin Tone Correcting Serum 49 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAngelica Acutiloba Leaf
MaskingAlpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAscorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Pyrola Incarnata Extract
Skin ConditioningOleoyl Potentilla Erecta Root Catechins
Antioxidant
2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Methoxysalicylate
BleachingAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Diglycerin
Humectant
Pancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingTriethylhexanoin
MaskingPPG-3 Dipivalate
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Talc
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Succinoglycan
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract, Caffeine, Betaine, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Angelica Acutiloba Leaf, Alpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Pyrola Incarnata Extract, Oleoyl Potentilla Erecta Root Catechins, 2-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Potassium Methoxysalicylate, Alcohol, Citric Acid, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Butylene Glycol, Parfum, Diglycerin, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Potassium Hydroxide, Triethylhexanoin, PPG-3 Dipivalate, Silica, Talc, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 77891, Water, Tocopherol, PEG-60 Glyceryl Isostearate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Succinoglycan
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Trehalose
Humectant
Polyglycerin-6
HumectantAlpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Astaxanthin
Skin Conditioning
Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract
UV FilterGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Pancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingVitis Vinifera Flower Cell Extract
MaskingZiziphus Jujuba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Glycyl Beta-Alanine
Skin ConditioningAminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Arginine
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ergothioneine
Antioxidant
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Phenylethyl Resorcinol
Antioxidant
Phloretin
Antioxidant
Phytic Acid
Pyrroloquinoline Quinone Allyl Ester
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Magnesium Silicate
Superoxide Dismutase
Antioxidant
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentEthoxydiglycol
HumectantGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPullulan
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Niacinamide, Trehalose, Polyglycerin-6, Alpha-Arbutin, Propanediol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Palmitate, Tranexamic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Ascorbic Acid, Astaxanthin, Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Vitis Vinifera Flower Cell Extract, Ziziphus Jujuba Leaf Extract, Acetyl Glycyl Beta-Alanine, Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate, Arginine, Citric Acid, Ergothioneine, Glycolic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phenylethyl Resorcinol, Phloretin, Phytic Acid, Pyrroloquinoline Quinone Allyl Ester, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Magnesium Silicate, Superoxide Dismutase, Cyclodextrin, Ethoxydiglycol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Lecithin, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Pullulan, Sclerotium Gum, Silica, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidWe don't have a description for Pancratium Maritimum Extract yet.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and smoothness of textures. It also works as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
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!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumIngredient Ratings
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