Comparison between The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% vs. Missha Vita C Plus Spot Correcting Concentrate Ampoule

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3 Ingredients 57

1
Propanediol
1
Water
2
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
2
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
3
Alpha-Arbutin
3
Hippophae Rhamnoides Water
4
Dipropylene Glycol
5
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract
6
Ethoxydiglycol
7
1
8
2-Hexanediol
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Uniqueness2 out of 3
66.7%
Uniqueness56 out of 57
98.2%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
0 out of 3
0%
chemical
3 out of 3
100%
natural
23 out of 57
40%
chemical
21 out of 57
37%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#2
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Dry skin
Positive: 8Negative: 0
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#2Butylene Glycol#14Arbutin#19Panthenol#23Sodium Hyaluronate#30Glycerin#34Tocopherol#45Allantoin#46
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil#37Allantoin#46
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 3
Allantoin#46Citric Acid#31Eucalyptus Globulus#36Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil#37

Detailed view

The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% vs. Missha Vita C Plus Spot Correcting Concentrate Ampoule
Position 1

#1Propanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

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#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2
Both products have the same component on this position.

#2Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Buffering agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking
Antioxidants
UV Protection
Soothing
Anti-aging
Lightening
Elasticity improvement
Rejuvenation
Regeneration
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Vitamin C is known for its strong antioxidant activity. It helps to slow down aging processes. The other positive effect of this ingredient is that it helps to make skin tone even. It's a great ingredient to counter dark areas and uneven skin tone. It's well-researched and considered safe. But it's acid and can irritate the skin if used too often.

Position 3

#3Alpha-Arbutin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
Lightening
Nutrifying
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#3Hippophae Rhamnoides Water

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 4
No ingredient on this position
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#4Dipropylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Dipropylene Glycol is a solvent, emulsifier, viscosity decreasing, and masking agent. It helps to extract useful chemicals from plants and leaves, making natural components in a product more effective. It also helps to hydrate the skin. Considered safe for health and doesn't irritate the skin in common concentration.

Position 5
No ingredient on this position
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#5Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 4 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
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