The INKEY List Alpha Arbutin Serum Versus Garden of Wisdom Alpha Arbutin 2% and Kojic Acid 1% Serum
Updated on September 01, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
The INKEY List Alpha Arbutin Serum 23 ingredients
Garden of Wisdom Alpha Arbutin 2% and Kojic Acid 1% Serum 6 ingredients
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The INKEY List Alpha Arbutin Serum 23 ingredients
Garden of Wisdom Alpha Arbutin 2% and Kojic Acid 1% Serum 6 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sodium Phytate
Glycolipids
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingGlycine Soja Sterols
Emollient
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Alpha-Arbutin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Squalane, Phospholipids, Glycine Soja Oil, Carbomer, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Phytate, Glycolipids, Sorbitan Isostearate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycine Soja Sterols, Hyaluronic Acid, Tocopherol
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 WaterAlpha-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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The INKEY List Alpha Arbutin Serum 23 ingredients
Garden of Wisdom Alpha Arbutin 2% and Kojic Acid 1% Serum 6 ingredients
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