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The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA Versus Dermorepubliq Alpha Arbutin + Tranexamic Acid Ultra Whitening Toner

Serum
Toner
Canadian Brand Canada
Filipino Brand Philippines

Updated on June 13, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, 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

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About this product

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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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.

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Preservative

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA 12 ingredients

3.6 /5
from 14 ratings
Great Value (4) Light (4) No Scent (4)
sarape's avatar

Sara

9 months ago
Review

This product has became a holy grail for me so quick. The Hyaluronic Acid in this serums works wonders and makes my fine lines to disappear almost completely, like no other HA product i've ever tried has done before. The Alpha Arbutin has also helped a lot with fading my post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, that used to fade much slower with my previous routine.

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#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well
AshN.'s avatar

AshN.

1 year ago
Review

(Tried Nov 2022) This turned out to be one of those products that I had a bit of a hard time determining whether or not it worked even after a few purchases. If anything, I appreciated how budget friendly it was and the hydrating feel of the serum, but I can't say it did much for my stubborn dark spots.

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well

Dermorepubliq Alpha Arbutin + Tranexamic Acid Ultra Whitening Toner 13 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 3 ratings
Absorbs Well (1) Broke Me Out (1) Great Value (1)
jennie2's avatar

jennie

5 days ago
Review

out of all toners that i've tried. this is the best toner and MY HOLY GRAIL. very hydrating to my skin & it lessens my dark spots on my face. if you have acne-prone & oily skin. i would recommend this one ⭐️

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well
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Corish

6 months ago
Review

It was working, but then I got tiny bumps coz of it

#broke me out
#irritating
#light scent