SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense Serum for Dark Spots vs The Derma Co 1% Kojic + Arbutin Night Repair Face Serum-Gel

SkinCeuticals

The Derma Co

A serum built around Niacinamide and Tranexamic acid, for barrier repair and hydration.

A serum built around Alpha arbutin, for hydration and pollution defence.

Serum

14 ingredients

15 ingredients

Brand price

USD 115.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

INR 599.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from India

At a Glance

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Niacinamide1
Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.
Niacinamide
Tranexamic acid1
Used topically for stubborn pigmentation and melasma.
Tranexamic Acid
Kojic acid1
A fungal-derived tyrosinase inhibitor used on pigmentation.
Kojic Acid

Alpha arbutin1
A gentler glycosylated relative of hydroquinone.
Alpha-Arbutin
Kojic acid1
A fungal-derived tyrosinase inhibitor used on pigmentation.
Kojic Dipalmitate

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Propylene Glycol
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Propanediol
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Kojic Dipalmitate
Smoothing1
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Kojic Dipalmitate
Brightening2
Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.
Alpha-Arbutin, Kojic Dipalmitate

No concerns found

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Kojic Dipalmitate

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Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1 / 0
- Hydrating
Niacinamide
Smoothing
0 / —
- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
Buffering
0-1 / —
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Tranexamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
- Tranexamic acid
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Redness Reducing
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
0 / 0
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Kojic Acid
Antioxidant
- Kojic acid
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
0-1 / —

Aqua (in both products)
Solvent
0 / —
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
Absorbent
0-1 / —
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
- Alpha arbutin
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
C15-19 Alkane
Solvent
Kojic Dipalmitate
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Kojic acid
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning
CI 77163
Colorant
0-1 / —

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Aqua
Solvent
Water
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Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →