The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA Concentrated Serum 30ml
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The Ordinary has firmly cemented itself as the leader in science-backed skin care formulas. It ditches unnecessary, filler ingredients for familiar, hard-working actives that deliver promising results. Where dark spots and signs of hyperpigmentation are concerned, the Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA (30ml) is here to swoop in and save the day, keeping your skin looking brighter for longer.
Want something that just works? Forget the faff and the fuss, the Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA (30ml) offers a lightweight gel-like texture bursting with a brightening blend of ingredients.
Thanks to a concentrated cocktail of alpha arbutin and hyaluronic acid, this high-performing hero works to minimise signs of past, present and future pigmentation. By targeting the melanin which makes dark spots appear darker, this tone-balancing serum works to keep your complexion in hydrated harmony with an even glow.
Aqua (Water), Alpha-Arbutin, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Propanediol, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Lactic Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethoxydiglycol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
Apply a few drops to face in the morning and evening as part of your skin care regimen. Use sun protection in the morning.
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10/10
I keep repurchasing this. It’s very hydrating and I can honestly say my post-acne pigmentation has decreased dramatically. In general, my skin just feels better after I use it. I’d recommend it.
by Suzy
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Life changing
Now that I have used this product for an entire year and am purchasing a second bottle today I’m going to leave my review on this bottle of absolute magic! Background: Combination skin, but when my skin is dry it is literally peeling. I have very acne prone skin, despite good eating habits and cutting out dairy, hormones and genetics gave me incredibly bad acne in my early teens and came back again when I turned 17. Prescribed acne medication got rid of the pimples but I was left with red and brown marks on my skin that were completely flat but looked like acne. It was all over my face and my confidence was at an absolute low, couldnt even look people in the eyes because of it. I contacted The ordinary team and asked them for their recommendations and they reccomended this. I’d already used the lactic acid 5%+HA and didnt find much difference. But this product has helped me fade marks and red/brown hyperpigmentation that has been on my face since I was 14 (im now 19) Of course I still get some spots here and there from hormones but because I use this every morning they dont leave marks. buy it!!!
by Mia
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Best for hyperpigmentation
Truly like no other when it comes to hyperpigmentation! After two weeks there was a major reduction in my acne scarring and dark spots - so impressed, especially for the price.
by Tarryn
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Does work
I have stubborn dark spots on my face and legs, I wished to get rid of. I can honestly say that this has helped fade the marks by 60/70%. Will definitely buy again.
by ShyShay
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Hyperpigmentation hero
I suffer from hormonal spot which leave bright red scaring on my face for up to 6 months. This product has truly been a life saver and left me feeling pretty again. Scars don’t completely disappear but when used consistently results are apparent within 3 days. My scars fade significantly, enough to be covered with light makeup. I’m so happy I found this product.
by Deeba
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Alpha arbutin
Nice!
by Zainb
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Budget Pigmentation Hero!
Cheap yet effective! Perfect for my oily skin which tends to scar from hormonal spots. The texture is almost liquid-gel like and dries down a little tacky but once moisturiser is applied, you feel none of that tackiness. It really has worked for me.
by Janine - Cult Beauty Staff
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The Best
This is by far the best serum to take care of hyperpigmentation and dark spots. I love it. After many very expensive visits to the dermatologist, and expensive drugstore treatments that did not worked. This serum faded the dark spots in just one week. They are sooooo much ligther. I strongly recommend it. Amazing!
by Mafalda
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Worked within a week
I used this when I got loads of hyperpigmentation marks on my jaw out of nowhere. Using this serum evening & morning (with SPF in the day) made them pretty much disappear in a week! Including some stubborn ones on my chin that I’ve had for years. Very impressed. I used this by itself with no moisturisers etc and it didn’t dry me out or cause any issues.
by Izzy H
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Very nice
by Priti
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