COSRX 2% Alpha Arbutin Discoloration Care Face Serum with Niacinamide, Glutathione & Tranexamic Acid, 1.7 fl oz – Serum for Face, Korean Skin Care

My skin is extremely reactive to many products, even those marketed for sensitive skin. On top of that, I also have rosacea, so I was hesitant about trying this product. However, after reading some reviews and researching its three main active ingredients, I decided to give it a shot.The first application didn't go well. A few hours after applying it, my face started itching intensely, followed by an unbearable burning sensation. That night, my skin felt so dry that I had to layer multiple applications of my usual moisturizer, plus a second one with calming properties. Despite this, the itching and burning persisted for about a week and a half.Once my skin had recovered, I decided to give the product a second chance—but this time, I introduced it gradually. It worked, and I’m happy with the results! Here’s how I did it:Before StartingCheck if any of the products in your skincare routine (or even your makeup) contain niacinamide and at what percentage. Too much niacinamide can cause irritation. In my case, I was also using:COSRX 6X Peptide Collagen Booster Toner Serum (with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid)Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water Hydrating Face Toner (contains 2% niacinamide)I had to stop using these temporarily.My Step-by-Step ApproachDay 1: I applied a small amount of the product on a single dark spot (the one I wanted to fade) and waited 24 hours—like a patch test. It did itch a little, but nothing compared to my first experience.Day 3: Since I didn’t have a bad reaction, I repeated the same process. The itching and burning sensation had subsided, so I felt ready to try it on my entire face.Day 5: I used the “sandwich method”—a light layer of moisturizer, followed by a layer of the product, then another layer of moisturizer. After waiting 24 hours, I did feel some itching, but it was tolerable.Weeks 2 & 3: I began using the product twice a week.Weeks 4 & 5: I increased usage to every other day.Week 6: I started using it daily—only in the morning (I haven’t tried applying it at night yet).Now, my dark spots are less noticeable, and my pores look more refined. I’m so glad I gave this product a second chance!

I bought this on a whim and to my surprise it actually works. For my Black ladies this is safe to use on your skin. It will not fade them and it comes back or bleach your skin, it will fade those dark spots. I even see a stubborn chemical burn I had for years on my face lighten. I've only used 1 bottle so imagine if I were to use it for long term.

I am 58, i love the dropper. I can use it without touching my skin. I love that part because no germs get on the tip of the dropper. As long as I don't touch my face with it which I don't. I love the consistency, and you do not need more than I would say. I have to a full dropper full per use. My skin feels absolutely hydrated. After you using I use it at night. I also use a little bit on my forehead. Before I do my makeup, and because my forehead eh gets a bit drier. I can tell that the subtle lines around my eyes are not as noticeable. And I can tell that my skin looks better after I've used a little bit and then use my makeup. And most products do not go on my face very well before I use makeup. For some reason, they just do not React well with makeup. I have even tried waiting an hour before I put on my makeup. And that does not help. It seems to sit on top of my skin. Any skin care products? I have used before this one.This does not do that, and that is most important to me. I had actually discovered that on accident, because I put a little bit on my face by accident before I did my makeup. And when I did my makeup, it was really great. However, I realized I put it on After I had put on my makeup, so I had forgotten and then remembered, and I thought, wow, this did not. Make my makeup look blotchy or streaky. So the next time I tried it again, and it worked fine. I only needed it on my forehead, but when I put my makeup on, it did not react badly at all with my makeup.That was shocking. So I one hundred percent love this product.

Excellent product. I will buy again. I have been using ambi fade cream for 10 years and recently they banned the use of hydroquinone in the USA. Nothing has worked since or given me the result hydroquinone did. I am a colored girl and the ingredience on the market now does not work. And if they do, it's because other brightening ingredience were added for faster result. Thankfully, this new product has stood up to test. It will brighten the skin, but you will have to wait a while for the dark spots to diminish in appearance.

It takes time to fade discoloration like melisma or sun damage, but I can tell a difference in just over a week. The caveat here is it’s not the only thing I’m using — I also have a fade serum from MUAC that I started using recently too. I use that during the day with my vitamin C, and I use this as night. Cosrx never disappoints me tho — everything I’ve tried has been excellent. The texture is nice — a little slip, light, soaks in quickly and isn’t greasy. Minimal smell. A good deal.

2nd bottle. Gentle on skin and it works.

Great product

I have used this for about a week and I am pleased to inform you that it has lightened my complexion. I will continue to use it! I really appreciate the opportunity to get this Brand. I have tried many other items that they have at Amazon!