The Ordinary Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% Versus The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA
Updated on March 07, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe serums. They have a total of 1 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging 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 Ordinary Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% 3 ingredients
The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA 12 ingredients
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The Ordinary Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% 3 ingredients
The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA 12 ingredients
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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.
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.
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The Ordinary Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% 3 ingredients
The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA 12 ingredients
Reviews
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The Ordinary Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% 3 ingredients
Hate the texture so much, that I can not use it really
This is 94% solvent which can be quite irritating. The anhydrous texture is also annoying. But it works well when mixed with a moisturizer.
The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA 12 ingredients
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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(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.
