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

Serum
Serum
South African Brand South Africa
Canadian Brand Canada

Updated on March 07, 2025

Overview

What they are

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

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for 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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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Benefits

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

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.

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When to use

13 Routines
69% use in am
31% use in pm
69% use every day
15 Routines
60% use in am
40% use in pm
80% use every day