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The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum 60ml60ml
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Description
APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Ampoule Serum (40ml) is a brightening concentrate from the Korean skincare brand APLB, formulated with Glutathione and Niacinamide alongside Centella Asiatica Extract.
Efficacy note: the brand markets this serum as a "potent brightening concentrate" to help fade dark spots, but topical Glutathione's brightening efficacy is scientifically contested -- its large molecular size and instability raise real questions about how well it penetrates skin, and no clinical trial data is cited by the brand. Niacinamide has better-established literature support for brightening and barrier benefits. Treat the brand's specific "fade dark spots" claim as marketing positioning rather than independently substantiated fact.
Key Ingredients
- Niacinamide (2%, disclosed as 20,000ppm) — a brightening active with reasonably well-established literature support, included to help even out visible skin tone.
- Glutathione (0.1%, disclosed as 1,000ppm) — an antioxidant ingredient marketed by the brand for brightening; its topical efficacy for this purpose is scientifically contested.
- Centella Asiatica Extract (29.2%) — a high-concentration soothing botanical extract included in the formulation.
- Sodium Hyaluronate — included as a hydrating ingredient.
- Hydrolyzed Collagen — included as a conditioning ingredient.
- Adenosine and Allantoin — soothing/conditioning ingredients included in the formulation.
Key Features
- Ampoule-format serum combining Niacinamide and Glutathione with a high concentration of Centella Asiatica Extract, per the official ingredient list
- 40ml bottle
Benefits
- Marketed to help brighten the look of skin and even out visible tone via its Niacinamide content, with the brand's additional Glutathione-brightening claim being a marketing position not independently clinically substantiated here
Who Can Use This Product
- Those looking for a brightening ampoule serum with Niacinamide as the primary evidence-backed active
- Those with known sensitivity to Niacinamide should patch test before full-face use
- Not intended for use on broken or highly irritated skin without medical advice
How to Use
Apply 2-3 drops after cleansing and toning, spreading across the face and neck, and press gently into the skin, per the official brand instructions.
Storage & Safety
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly closed after use. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly with water if contact occurs. Discontinue use and consult a doctor if irritation develops. Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which ingredient actually does the brightening work in the APLB Glutathione Niacinamide ampoule serum?
A: Niacinamide, included at a 2% concentration, has the better-established evidence for evening out visible skin tone; the serum's Glutathione content is an antioxidant whose ability to brighten skin when applied topically is still debated among researchers.
Q: Why is Centella Asiatica Extract at such a high concentration in the APLB Glutathione Niacinamide ampoule serum?
A: At 29.2%, it's included mainly to soothe the skin, which can help offset any sensitivity from the active brightening ingredients used alongside it.
Q: Can the APLB Glutathione Niacinamide ampoule serum be used daily?
A: Yes, it's designed to be applied after cleansing and toning as part of a regular routine, though anyone with known niacinamide sensitivity should patch-test before applying it to the full face.
Q: What does Sodium Hyaluronate do in the APLB Glutathione Niacinamide ampoule serum?
A: It's a hydrating ingredient that helps draw moisture into the skin, supporting the serum's overall feel rather than contributing to the brightening effect.
Q: How should the APLB Glutathione Niacinamide ampoule serum be applied?
A: Apply 2 to 3 drops after cleansing and toning, spreading it across the face and neck and pressing it gently into the skin.
Q: Is the APLB Glutathione Niacinamide ampoule serum suitable for broken or highly irritated skin?
A: No, it's not intended for use on broken or highly irritated skin without medical advice.
Q: What should I do if the APLB Glutathione Niacinamide ampoule serum irritates my skin?
A: Discontinue use and consult a doctor if irritation develops.
Disclaimer
The information provided is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but product packaging, ingredients, and specifications may change without notice. Please check the product packaging before use and consult the manufacturer or a relevant professional for any concerns or questions.
