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Skin Republic Vitamin C 6% & Alpha Arbutin 1.5% Serum Versus The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA

Serum
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South African Brand South Africa
Canadian Brand Canada

Updated on May 19, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 1 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

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

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Ingredient Info

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What's inside

What's inside

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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Antioxidant, Bleaching, Skin Conditioning

Alpha-Arbutin is made from hydroquinone and glucose. It may also be derived from the fermentation of soybeans.

This ingredient an antioxidant, meaning it helps protect your skin cells against damage.

Studies show this ingredient helps improve hyperpigmentation and fade discoloration.

Alpha-Arbutin may be used with other ingredients that help with hyperpigmentation. These ingredients include retinol, Vitamin C, niacinamide, and tranexamic acid.

Learn more about Alpha-Arbutin

When to use

16 Routines
75% use in am
25% use in pm
69% use every day
90 Routines
46% use in am
53% use in pm
83% use every day
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