COSRX The Alpha-Arbutin 2 Discoloration Care /serum/ Reviews

Name: The Alpha-Arbutin 2 Discoloration Care /serum/
Brand: COSRX
Rating: 4.59 (425 reviews)

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36 Reviews

또밈.
Apr 30, 2025
Combination SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
It absorbs quickly without stickiness, and with consistent use, it helps refine skin texture, manage blemish scars, and improve skin tone.
Cons
The price is a bit high, so I probably won't buy it with my own money again.

Sereney
Mar 27, 2025
수부지Sensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The ampoule has a slightly dense flow without being sticky, and despite containing various whitening ingredients, it applies gently to the skin without irritation and has good absorption, so there is no burden in applying a generous amount. The ingredients are so good and it is easy to use, so I have been using it consistently, and I am experiencing the effect of brightening and clarifying my skin tone.
Cons
Since applying too much can leave a slightly sticky feeling even after completing the skincare routine with the cream, it is best to apply an appropriate amount.

유이진스
Feb 9, 2025
수부지Acne Skin
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Pros
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) Pros: The skin tone is radiant! 🌟 With consistent use, my skin has become progressively clearer and brighter. Freckles and blemishes have also gradually improved, which made me feel great. The brightening effect is definitely noticeable! 😊 Suitable for sensitive skin! Even with my sensitive skin, it absorbs gently without any irritation. After application, my skin feels moisturized and doesn't become red, so I'm really satisfied! 💖 Lightweight formula! The texture is not sticky, so it gets absorbed quickly. I can apply makeup right after using it without any discomfort. The lightweight feel is the best! 😎
Cons
Drawbacks: It takes time! ⏳ You need to use it consistently to see the effects, so if you expect big changes right away, you may be disappointed. Please be patient and wait a little at a time! The price is a bit burdensome! 💸 It's a good product, but the price is a bit high. You may need to consider your budget when making a purchase!
Tip
Usage tips: Apply the serum evenly on your face and gently pat it with your fingertips for better absorption! 💆‍♀️ Sunscreen is a must! Be sure to apply sunscreen when using this serum! ☀️ Otherwise, the effects may be diminished! Overall review: I'm really pleased that I can feel my skin becoming clearer and more radiant! 💕 It's suitable for sensitive skin and has a lightweight formula, making it great for daily use! However, it does require some time and the price is a bit high, but it's an excellent product overall! 😍

곰젤라비
Jan 4, 2025
Normal SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
The fluid-type formula flows smoothly, making it not burdensome and quickly absorbed. In the winter, my skin would get very flushed and uneven, but this product helped control the redness and evened out my skin tone, which was great.
Cons
It's stimulating and dry. I was surprised that it stung more than I expected when I first applied it. As soon as I put it on, my skin feels like it's drying out. When my skin is still in an ambiguous condition, irritation and blemishes still come up.
Tip
The red traces were effective and felt just as stimulating. If your skin is not sensitive, you will likely be satisfied and use it well.

화려한포유동물99001
Jan 4, 2025
Oily SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
I felt the effect of my skin tone becoming evenly brighter. The arbutin ingredient seemed to help care for my skin's excessive pigmentation, freckles, and blemishes. The serum was light and absorbed quickly, allowing me to use it without burdening my skin, and after applying it, my skin became smooth and moisturized. With consistent use, my skin felt clearer and brighter, and the overall tone of my face became more evenly balanced.
Cons
This product was quite satisfactory for those who want to intensively care for pigmentation. With consistent use, I felt that the skin tone and brightness would improve.

Tqan
Dec 11, 2024
수부지Acne Skin
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Pros
The product has a watery formulation that can be applied lightly, and it had a slight effect of improving skin tone.
Cons
I had very high expectations, so I was quite disappointed. It was a bit sticky, so it didn't apply easily. Compared to other serums, the finish wasn't great, so I didn't use it much. And I didn't see any effects on my blemish marks. If you're buying it to improve blemish marks, you'll likely be quite disappointed.

귀이야
Nov 10, 2024
Dry SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
I became a Hwahae Trial Reviewer and started using this product! The biggest change after using this serum is that my freckles and blemishes have noticeably diminished! I have a lot of freckles and blemishes, so I've tried other famous products, but I didn't see much effect. However, this serum is different! Even before finishing a bottle, my skin tone became evenly brighter, and I was really satisfied. Honestly, without exaggeration, my freckles and blemishes have disappeared! As a student, the price is a bit burdensome for me, but even using just one bottle, the effects were this good, and the product size is quite large, so if they had recommended it, I would have purchased it. The serum itself is a very lightweight formula that doesn't feel sticky or watery on the skin, so it's easy to apply, and I can layer other products on top, so I'm really satisfied.
Cons
The serum itself is very lightweight, so it gets absorbed into the skin immediately. After applying it, the moisturized feeling disappears quickly. So the lack of moisturizing power is a bit disappointing. When applied in the evening, the hydration does not last long, so it may be insufficient for people who need good moisturization. Additionally, the dropper felt a bit inconvenient, making the amount control slightly difficult. However, the effectiveness was really good!
Tip
This product must be used together with a toner, lotion, and cream, as applying them all together seems to allow this product to be absorbed much more effectively while you sleep at night!

luvrspot
Nov 1, 2024
수부지
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Pros
I usually love the basic products of COSRX, and this product also really impressed me! ✔️ It applies moisturizing and finishes refreshingly ✔️ Even when applied to oily skin during seasonal changes, there is no dry feeling at all ✔️ It seems great for people with sensitive skin (a functional basic product with no irritation!) ✔️ Effective in soothing blemish marks ✔️ Gives a brightening effect on the skin (It doesn't have an incredible whitening effect, but with continued use, the skin becomes clearer and the tone is refined) It contains hyaluronic acid, panthenol, tocopherol, allantoin, madecassoside, etc., so it takes care of whitening, blemishes, moisturizing, hydration, and soothing all at once! I'm really using it as a daily product, especially when I have blemish marks. It's just so good when I apply it then! 💗
Cons
There were no particular downsides! It's a product that helps with whitening and fading blemishes, but the effects don't appear immediately, so I recommend using it consistently over time! 🥹🩶

영가미
Nov 1, 2024
Combination Skin
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Pros
1. Brightening Effect My skin has become clearer! It's not just my own perception - I've received quite a few comments that my skin has really brightened up after using it for just over a week. I had gotten darker after a trip to Southeast Asia, but this serum seems to have helped restore my original skin tone.🤭 2. Blemish Care I'm aware that the product's identity is focused on blemish care, and I feel like the hormonal breakouts I've had have been calming down quickly. Usually, when I pop those pimples, the dark spots or scars last for days, but I didn't have that issue while using this product! 3. Texture Improvement I'm not sure if this is truly an effective product for improving skin texture, but when I touch my skin, it feels somehow smoother and more refined. It's almost as if I had exfoliated, even though I didn't. 4. Usage Experience The serum has a watery, flowing texture, and products with this type of formula are often extremely drying or leave an oily film. But this serum seems to have a balanced blend of oil and moisture. Since it's so fluid, I've been using it as a first step, like an essence toner, without needing to use a toner, and I don't feel any dryness or heaviness as I move on to the next steps.
Cons
To be honest, the main issue is that the viscosity is too low... Normally, I apply serums directly to my face using a dropper, but this serum is too watery and just runs off. So, after it got into my eyes when I applied it to my forehead, I now dispense two dropper-fulls onto my palm before applying it.
Tip
The product has almost no viscosity, so I skip the toner step and use it as the first step, then layer other functional serums on top!

staymode
Nov 1, 2024
Combination Skin
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Pros
Here is the translation of the given Korean text to English: The skin type I usually have: Combination skin, some acne scars, a small amount of freckles, occasional pimples, and a lot of dead skin. After going through the summer, my freckles and blemishes have increased significantly, and the acne scars I had since I was young have become a lifelong problem. I have high expectations for this serum! This is a review after using it for about 2 weeks. Review of the effects: *There are various ingredients that are effective for blemishes and brightening, so I feel excited about using it every day. I felt that my skin tone has become a bit brighter over the 2 weeks. My freckles haven't completely disappeared, but my skin tone has become clearer (photo attached). *This is likely due to the 5% niacinamide, which is a good ingredient for brightening. *The ingredient list shows that propanediol is the second ingredient after purified water, and after researching, I found that it's a good moisturizing ingredient. The moisturizing effect was also good. Review of the formula: *It's a watery type that doesn't feel sticky, so it's easy to apply after toner and absorbs quickly. *I prefer fragrance-free products, and this one is almost fragrance-free. *Lastly, the bottle design is simple and modern, which I find very appealing! The oval-shaped cap is also convenient to open.
Cons
There were no particular reasons not to recommend it! It seems like you'll see the effects if you use it consistently~
Tip
I recommend applying the serum and then using a beauty device to help absorb it. It's also great to apply a layer before using a sheet mask!