I will say that the Ascorbic acid (Vit C) + alpha arbutin is more effective as it combines 2 brightening ingredients, versus the alpha arbutin + hyaluronic acid. However, the Ascorbic acid formula is more greasy and suitable for night-time use, while the hyaluronic acid one feels more like a serum that you can wear in the daytime.But that brand has the finest grade powder that dissolves the best. This is the recipe: 1 tbsp vitamin c powder. 4 tbsp cold water. Mix. In a shot glass, add a tiny bit of grain alcohol like vodka, with a pinch of ferulic acid powder. Mix that around then add it in with the water/vitamin c.[Product Question] TO Alpha-arbutin turned orange-y I bought the TO alpha-arbutin serum a few months ago from ulta to stock up. It looked fine 2-3 ago but when I just looked at it, it definitely had a slight orange tint (almost like the TO glycolic color).
Along with nutritive food and sufficient intake of water one needs to add potent serum. Fixderma C Enhance 25 Serum is packed with goodness of vitamin C having an advance formula for anti ageing that reduces fine lines, dark spots, pimples and pigmentation. It is made up of most stable Vitamin C (25%) with high penetration power.
Yes, you can. Alpha arbutin and Mandelic acid are both effective skin brighteners, and they work well together. When used together, you get the best of both worlds: the exfoliating and skin-lightening benefits of Mandelic acid with the skin-brightening and firming effects of alpha arbutin. Alpha arbutin is a natural compound found in bearberry
I've tried The Ordinary 8% ascorbic acid + 2% alpha arbutin and noticed some fading of dark marks from acne over the course of a month or two of use. Jirachi1992 • 3 yr. ago. I tried TO arbutin before and it gave me closed comedones. Tried twice and both times it happened so gave it away. Stick with my Melano CC and TO niaciname for fading I used the ordinary alpha arbutin for a year but within 2 months I could see my skin was brighter and much more calm. Here’s my routine if anyone’s wondering: AM: Bioderma facial cleanser for sensitive skin Cerave moisturiser. PM: La roche posay micro-peeling purifying gel wash The ordinary alpha arbutin (3x a week) Cerave moisturiser.UGWpC.
