Name: Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA
Brand: The Ordinary
Rating: 3.2 (24 reviews)

The whisper

A potent brightener with a divisive, sticky finish

While many report impressive fading of dark spots and consistent repurchases, others struggle with the tacky texture and concerns regarding formula oxidation.

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"If you're a little more budget conscious, I also really like this the ordinary serum alpha arbutin."

Whispered by From Head To Toe · 9mo ago

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"If you're a little more budget conscious, I also really like this the ordinary serum alpha arbutin."

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😊 Positive

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💬 Neutral

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👎 Negative

Users generally find the serum effective for brightening skin and fading acne marks at an affordable price, though some dislike its sticky texture and potential for oxidation.

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一周时间，肉眼可见的皮肤变白，变细腻，真是不可思议

In one week, the skin became visibly whiter and finer, which is truly incredible.

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脸上那几颗顽固老痘印浅成了肉粉色... 连眼周的晒斑都淡到肉眼几乎看不见

The stubborn old acne marks on my face turned light pink... even the sunspots around my eyes faded until almost invisible.

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美白效果有但不明显... 胶水感，越用越粘... 回购否：否

The whitening effect is there but not obvious... it feels like glue and gets stickier... Repurchase: No.

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内容物会随着时间的流逝氧化越来越泛黄... 质地稍显浓稠

The contents will oxidize and turn increasingly yellow over time... the texture is slightly thick.

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👎 Negative

Users generally praise the serum for its effectiveness in brightening skin and reducing acne scars, though many express confusion regarding product authenticity, packaging variations, and proper layering in skincare routines.

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It’s worth it ooo💕💕💕💕💕 I am on my fourth bottle ooo💕💕💕💕💕

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This serum is by far the most hydrating ive ever had😳🥰🥰

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no entiendo, por qué ese se ve un color del frasco como amarillento, y en otros se ve color tipo más blanco?! serán copias cuál es el color del original?!

I don't understand, why does the bottle look yellowish, and in others it looks more white?! Are they copies, what is the color of the original?!

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Gave me a rash all over my face

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yo lo estoy usando ase dos meses pero no veo nada de resultado

I've been using it for two months but I don't see any results