The Body Shop Vitamin C Glow Revealing Serum Versus The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2%
This brightening serum is formulated around 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and Bakuchiol to brighten dull-looking skin and refine skin texture.
This brightening serum is formulated around Ascorbic Acid and Alpha-Arbutin to fade the look of dark spots and brighten dull-looking skin.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
No concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Propanediol
SolventAlcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialWater
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin ConditioningPropylene Carbonate
SolventHydroxypropylcellulose
EmulsifyingParfum
MaskingLinalool
PerfumingPalmaria Palmata Extract
Skin ProtectingLimonene
PerfumingGeraniol
PerfumingBakuchiol
AntimicrobialBenzyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCitral
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Reviews
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
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 Propanediol