The $19.99 skincare buy TikTok is obsessing over for brighter skin in just seven daysThe powerhouse targeting dark spots, uneven tone and dullness.
By 7NEWS
Alpha Arbutin 2% Serum
$24.99
Brightening serum with 2% alpha arbutin helps visibly even skin tone and reduce the appearance of dark spots.
- 90% saw less hyperpigmentation and brighter skin after 2 weeks
- 85% noticed a reduction in dark spots
- 95% noticed more hydrated skin
Skin care concerns
Hyperpigmentation
Dull skin tone
Skin types
Dry
Normal
Combination
Oily
-
Alpha Arbutin helps reduce the appearance of dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone, leaving skin brighter and more even.
-
Visible improvements in skin tone and brightness can typically be seen within 4–6 weeks with consistent use.
-
Use once or twice daily – morning and/or evening – after cleansing and before moisturizing. Always follow with sunscreen during the day.
Yes — it is gentle enough for daily use, morning and night.
-
Yes — Alpha Arbutin is known for being a gentler brightening ingredient, making it suitable for most skin types, including sensitive skin.
-
Apply the serum before moisturiser on clean, dry skin for best absorption.
-
Yes — it is effective at helping to fade post-acne marks and pigmentation over time.
Clinically proven to even skin tone and reduce dark spots
90% saw less hyperpigmentation and brighter skin after 2 weeks
85% noticed a reduction in dark spots
95% noticed more hydrated skin
Add this to your skin care routine
When to apply
This serum can be added to your morning or evening routine. Always remember to apply SPF as the last step in your morning routine.
How to apply
Cleanse face. Apply a few drops of serum to face and neck. Wait for a minute for serum to absorb. Follow with a Skin Republic moisturiser or sheet mask.
Key ingredients that make this serum work
Alpha Arbutin
Extracted from plants such as bearberries, blueberries, and cranberries, Alpha Arbutin is a brightening ingredient which acts as an inhibitor of tyrosinase, a key enzyme involved in producing skin pigment. Alpha Arbutin helps to fade scars, dark marks and pigmentation left behind by breakouts and sun damage.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic Acid molecules have the unique ability to carry a 1,000 times their weight in water, more than any other biological substance. Hyaluronic Acid is also a smart nutrient as it can adjust its moisture absorption rate based on the humidity - relative to the season and the climate. This improves your skin s moisture content whilst at the same time strengthening your skin s barrier, helping your skin to look and feel softer, smoother, and plumper.
Liquorice
A natural skin brightening ingredient, liquorice extract contains an active called glabridin, which inhibits tyrosinase, the enzyme that causes pigmentation in response to sun exposure and is effective for reducing dark spots, hyperpigmentation and dark circles under the eyes. Liquorice also improves the appearance of dry/damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness.
-
Aqua/Water/Eau, Propylene Glycol, Arbutin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glyoxal, Hydroxyethylcellulose, PPG-1-PEG-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.
Ingredients may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the physical product for most up to date list of ingredients.
-
This serum contains high percentages of active ingredients. Patch test is essential. Apply abroad spectrum SPF while using the product and for a week thereafter. Do not use with other exfoliating treatments or retinoids. Can cause irritation, redness and peeling, especially around the eyes and mouth, in the early stages of treatment while skin builds tolerance. If persistent irritation occurs, cease use and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Do not use while pregnant. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool dry place at 5 - 25 C. Do not expose to high temperature. Protect from direct sunlight.
-
Independent Consumer Questionnaire, 22 participants, 28 days of use.
Pairs Well With These Products
TRENDING NEWS
As Seen In
The $19.99 skincare buy TikTok is obsessing over for brighter skin in just seven days
Always patch test
Learn how
Before using any Skin Republic product and especially if you are using one for the first time, we strongly recommend conducting a patch test to check for potential skin reactions.