Comparison between The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% vs. Mizon Real Vitamin C Ampoule

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3 Ingredients 11

1
Propanediol
1
Propanediol
2
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
2
Propylene Carbonate
3
Alpha-Arbutin
3
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
4
2
5
3-Butanediol
6
Dimethyl Isosorbide
7
Arbutin
8
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Oil
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Uniqueness1 out of 3
33.3%
Uniqueness9 out of 11
81.8%

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
2 out of 11
18%
chemical
6 out of 11
55%

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: 2Negative: 0
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)#3Arbutin#7
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Limonene#9

Detailed view

The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% vs. Mizon Real Vitamin C Ampoule
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#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.

Position 2

#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.

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#2Propylene Carbonate

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Position 3

#3Alpha-Arbutin

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
Lightening
Nutrifying
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#3Ascorbic 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 4
No ingredient on this position
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#42

Origin: No information
Role: No information
Position 5
No ingredient on this position
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#53-Butanediol

Origin: No information
Role: No information
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