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Alpha Arbutin 2% Face Serum
A serum built around Alpha arbutin and Ferulic acid, for hydration and antioxidant protection.
Brand price
INR 494.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Dry skin
- Oily skin
- Combination skin
- Normal skin
- Sensitive skin
- Acne & blemishes
- Dark spots & pigmentation
How to use
Apply after cleansing & toning. Apply 2-3 drops. With gentle circular motion, spread it all over your face. Use sunscreen during the day for best results. When to use: When to use: AM & PM. Everyday
Caution
Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should not use this product without consulting their healthcare provider first.
What's inside
Ingredients List
2 trigger at least one check · 17 trigger none
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Key Ingredients
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Benefits
Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate
Anti-Pollution3
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis2
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Ingredients Explained
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Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Dimethyl Isosorbide
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-2,5-di-O-methyl-D-glucitol
Learn more about Dimethyl Isosorbide →Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant, Bleaching, Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Arbutin is alpha arbutin.
Learn more about Alpha-Arbutin →Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant, Perfuming, Solvent
2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol; Carbitol; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether; DEGEE
Learn more about Ethoxydiglycol →Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
1,2-Dihydroxypentane
Learn more about Pentylene Glycol →PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Cleansing, Emulsifying
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil →Ferulic Acid
Antimicrobial, Antioxidant
Ferulic Acid is ferulic acid.
Learn more about Ferulic Acid →Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate is a hyaluronic acid.
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate →4-Butylresorcinol
Antioxidant
1,3-Dihydroxy-4-N Butyl Benzene
Learn more about 4-Butylresorcinol →Hydroxyethylcellulose
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Film Forming, Light Stabilizer, Viscosity Controlling
Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl ether
Learn more about Hydroxyethylcellulose →
Dupes
- Minimalist Niacinamide 5% Face Serum74% match
- Minimalist Niacinamide 10% Face Serum69% match
- Minimalist Vitamin C 10% Face Serum69% match
- Minimalist Tranexamic 3% Face Serum68% match
- Minimalist Salicylic Acid 2% Face Serum66% match
- Minimalist Vitamin C + E + Ferulic 16% Face Serum65% match