The Ordinary
The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2%
30 mL
The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% is rated
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$14.20
Discontinued
Description
Ingredients
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A Water-Free, Stable Vitamin C Solution.
This formula combines two of the most powerful brightening agents in skincare: pure Vitamin C and Alpha Arbutin, both solubilized in a completely water-free formula for ideal stability. Vitamin C is an effective antioxidant that brightens the skin and reduces signs of aging. Alpha Arbutin is a highly-purified biosynthetic active ingredient that reduces the look of dark spots and uneven skin tone.
Vitamin C and Alpha Arbutin are less stable in formulations that contain water and use of them combined in formulations containing water is highly discouraged. This formulation is a water-free, stable solution, and may feel slightly "oily" for a few seconds after application, despite the fact that it is completely free of oil.
Directions: Apply a few drops to face in the AM and PM as part of your skincare regimen. Use sun protection in the AM.
This formula combines two of the most powerful brightening agents in skincare: pure Vitamin C and Alpha Arbutin, both solubilized in a completely water-free formula for ideal stability. Vitamin C is an effective antioxidant that brightens the skin and reduces signs of aging. Alpha Arbutin is a highly-purified biosynthetic active ingredient that reduces the look of dark spots and uneven skin tone.
Vitamin C and Alpha Arbutin are less stable in formulations that contain water and use of them combined in formulations containing water is highly discouraged. This formulation is a water-free, stable solution, and may feel slightly "oily" for a few seconds after application, despite the fact that it is completely free of oil.
Directions: Apply a few drops to face in the AM and PM as part of your skincare regimen. Use sun protection in the AM.
Contradictions: This formula contains Direct/Ethylated
Vitamin C. For best results, please avoid using the following
ingredients in the same regimen:
- Copper Peptides
- Peptides
- EUK 134
- Niacinamide
Highlights
Propanediol, Ascorbic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin
- We are only able to ship this item to Canadian customers.
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SarahG from
I am so happy that I tried this product! I purchased this for dark spots/patches on my skin after pregnancy. I have not noticed significant change in these areas, but maybe a little.
The unexpected change I have noticed is that my forehead lines are significantly improved. It is actually quite awesome for only a month or so of use. My 40-year old skin was showing its age on my forehead with quite pronounced lines. They are almost unnoticeable now!
I haven’t noticed any issues with sensitivity. I would definitely recommend this product. It has done wonders for my skin!!
Date published: 2020-08-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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eden105 from
Great for sensitive skin!!
I have sensitive skin that suffers bad texture and redness, and I have noticed it getting better with this product. Because of my sensitive skin, I started with this product by using it every other day and at night. The consistency is more oily than a serum, so I would not recommend under makeup. The best way to apply it is to put on your fingers, rub them together, and then pat it into the skin (focusing more on where you need to relieve pigmentation/texture). MAKE SURE YOU WEAR SUNSCREEN. Overall great product, no terrible smell, and I've noticed WAY less acne breakouts.
Date published: 2020-06-17
Rated 4 out of
5
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Michy from
A Blessing in a Bottle
I have been using this for about 2 weeks or so and I sense a difference. The first night I applied it on my face it was red and it felt kind of irritated. But the next day it was good! I have hyperpigmentation (acne marks) on my face and I am already using Alpha Arbutin +HA which btw, I hiiiiiighly recommend, as well as their rosehipseed oil and niacinamide 10%. But in all, I feel like this product along with the others has helped a lot. I actually feel okay walking outside without a concealor on and that makes me very happy! A little tip if you have hyperpigmentation/acne marks: Apply a little lemon and honey to the spots with a cotton swab and you're sure to see a beautiful change in a couple of months. You have to be consistent though. :)
Date published: 2020-11-06
Rated 5 out of
5
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Natalie from
Made my skin amazingly smooth and blemish free within a week. I no longer wear foundation.
Date published: 2018-10-31
Rated 5 out of
5
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Sarah's mom from
I actually bought this product to lighten up dark spots but I didn't expect my skin to smoothen out or that it would have such an amazing effect on my fingers ( I applied with my fingertips). My hands dry out badly with household chores, especially the finger tips. Although I tried every cream and lotion I could nothing worked as well as this. Suddenly I could wash dishes and wipe counters without having to wear gloves. My dark spots are somewhat lighter but not gone completely, I haven't been very regular with use nor have I used sunscreen.
Date published: 2020-10-27
Rated 5 out of
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Abrnjas from
Works better than I expected!
I had heard a lot about the benefits of vitamin c for your skin, but I didn’t expect to notice such an improvement. My skin is brighter and more even. I don’t even use foundation anymore.
It does have an oily feeling to it when you put it on, but it goes away. Make sure to use sunscreen if you apply it in the morning.
Date published: 2020-09-06
Rated 5 out of
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Sunny from
This product feels oily but is oil free. I've only been using it for a couple weeks so I can't comment on its effectiveness, but I have high hopes. I'm using it for a dark spot on my neck so that I can isolate it from products that are water based.
Tips: read the full product description.
Date published: 2018-08-10
Rated 2 out of
5
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Joanne from
This product is runny and tricky to apply. It sometimes tingled/stung on my own skin and did not really help with the darkening on my upper lip. My 80-year old mother-in-law has been trying to use this product (with a sunscreen) to address dark skin around the mouth/chin area and has not observed a significant improvement after 4 months of twice daily use.
Date published: 2019-11-19
