The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2%
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£10.80
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Stripping back unnecessary packaging and misleading ingredients, The Ordinary offers an abundance of brilliant, high-performing products at surprisingly affordable prices. This potent formula combines two of the most powerful brightening agents in skin care: pure vitamin C and alpha arbutin, both solubilised in a completely water-free formula for perfect stability. Brightening skin tone and reducing signs of ageing, this formula is particularly adept at reducing the look of dark spots and uneven skin tone.
Perfect for brightening skin and minimising the appearance of uneven skin tone, The Ordinary’s Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% is optimised for ideal stability. Notoriously difficult to keep stable, vitamin C and alpha arbutin do not perform at their best when combined with water – hence, this formula is completely water-free. It may feel slightly ‘oily’ for a few seconds after application, despite the fact that it is completely free from oil. Vitamin C is an effective antioxidant that brightens the skin tone and reducing signs of ageing, while alpha arbutin is a highly purified biosynthetic active ingredient that reduces the look of dark spots and uneven skin tone. The Ordinary offers a host of vitamin C-based products to brighten skin – opt for this one if you’re looking for a ‘moderate’ option and a ‘light oil’ texture.
Propanediol, Ascorbic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin
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Apply a few drops to face in the AM and PM as part of your skincare regimen. Use sun protection in the AM.
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I didn't enjoy the texture
Despite having really good and efficacious ingredients, this serum, like all the vitamin C based serums by The Ordinary that I've tried personally, has an oil-like consistency that I can't stand. My skin is not dry, therefore I don't enjoy this texture and find it difficult to incorporate this product in my routine, especially in the a.m. (which is when I prefer to use vit C): it's difficult to apply spf and make-up on top. That said, I'm sure this serum will work for many people. It's just not for me. I wish it had a lighter or gel-like texture.
by Barbara Verified Purchase
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Not my fave
It’s okay but I didn’t notice great results. It’s a very thin consistency so I found it hard to apply with a few drops
by Georgie Verified Purchase
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Not sure
I’m not sure about this one. Very greasy and feels heavy on the skin. Doesn’t layer well. Won’t be repurchasing.
by Jo
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Ok
Didn’t do much for my skin but it is a pretty good product. If you do use it however you have to wear sunscreen!!
by Amit Verified Purchase
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Great product.
Love this, great for brightening skin and dark marks
by Hasika Verified Purchase
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Haven’t seen results yet
Need to use it for longer seems good so far.
by Tatum Verified Purchase
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Ascorbic acid
I didn’t really like this product, it’s very oily and I didn’t like the feeling it had in my skin, I didn’t really see a change but I only used it for 2 weeks, wouldn’t buy again.
by Adi Verified Purchase
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Okay
I’ve still not seen a big difference in my skin with this!! A shame but probably won’t buy again!
by Alex Verified Purchase
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Alright
This serum is ok, my skin didn’t seem to get on with it though and it caused a breakout of blemishes so I had to stop using it. Unfortunately this meant I didn’t really see any positive effects so I can’t really say much. If you haven’t got blemish prone skin then maybe this product would work better.
by Amelia Verified Purchase
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Good.
It’s only been a few weeks but I feel my skin looks brighter. I can’t wait to see more progress.
by Victoria Verified Purchase
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