Skintific Symwhite 377 Dark Spot Serum Versus Always Be Pure Marine Therapy Dark Spot Correcting Serum
Updated on February 12, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid and niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Skintific Symwhite 377 Dark Spot Serum 43 ingredients
Always Be Pure Marine Therapy Dark Spot Correcting Serum 52 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Skintific Symwhite 377 Dark Spot Serum 43 ingredients
Always Be Pure Marine Therapy Dark Spot Correcting Serum 52 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Glycerin
Humectant
Sea Water
HumectantErythritol
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Bis-PEG-15 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Phenylethyl Resorcinol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Callus Culture
Antioxidant
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Lecithin
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Methylpropanediol
SolventBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Phormidium Persicinum Extract
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Crocus Sativus Callus Extract
Antioxidant
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Pancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingFructose
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingWater, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Sea Water, Erythritol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Bis-PEG-15 Methyl Ether Dimethicone, Squalane, Phenylethyl Resorcinol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide As, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide AP, Centella Asiatica Callus Culture, Arbutin, Ectoin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lecithin, Propanediol, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Methylpropanediol, Beta-Glucan, Phormidium Persicinum Extract, Tocopherol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Crocus Sativus Callus Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Fructose, Hydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phytosterols, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Sea Water 50%
HumectantWater
Skin ConditioningCaulerpa Lentillifera Extract 10%
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide 4.9%
Smoothing
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingPropanediol
Solvent
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingGlycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningUlmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pearl Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningFicus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Hizikia Fusiforme Extract
Skin ConditioningUndaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ecklonia Cava Extract
Skin ConditioningGelidium Cartilagineum Extract
Skin ProtectingLaminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Spirulina Platensis Extract
Skin ProtectingZizania Aquatica Extract
MaskingPancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Gracilaria Verrucosa Extract
HumectantAsiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Sea Water 50%, Water, Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract 10%, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide 4.9%, Dipropylene Glycol, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Arginine, Carbomer, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Panthenol, Pearl Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hizikia Fusiforme Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Ecklonia Cava Extract, Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Zizania Aquatica Extract, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Propolis Extract, Asiaticoside, Gracilaria Verrucosa Extract, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 WaterButylene 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 GlycolNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about NiacinamideGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about Glycerin1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronatePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAWe don't have a description for Pancratium Maritimum Extract yet.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Ingredient Ratings
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Skintific Symwhite 377 Dark Spot Serum 43 ingredients
Always Be Pure Marine Therapy Dark Spot Correcting Serum 52 ingredients
Reviews
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Skintific Symwhite 377 Dark Spot Serum 43 ingredients
My 1st product to help with pigmentation
Texture: Lightweight serum. Slightly moisturizing.
Scent: No scent
Performance: Brighten and lighten acne scar if consistently used.
Pros: Contain ceramide for skin barrier.
Cons: Contain PEG. Pump might stuck sometimes. Symwhite 377 is behind Niacinamide in ingredient list.
WRP/WNRP: WNRP (trying other lighter serum and minimize my skincare products)
