APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Facial Cream 55ml55ml

Key Ingredients

• Niacinamide (20,000ppm = 2%): the dominant active ingredient at a standard, well-studied cosmetic concentration, supporting skin tone and texture
• Centella Asiatica Extract (22.7%): a high-concentration soothing and skin-barrier-supportive botanical extract, one of the most prominent ingredients in the formula by listed percentage
• Glutathione (1,000ppm = 0.1%): included as a minor supporting antioxidant ingredient. MedEasy notes that regulatory and safety discussions around Glutathione for "skin whitening" generally concern oral or intravenous (injectable) use, which carries a different risk profile from a low-concentration topical cream. At 0.1% in a leave-on cream, this ingredient should be understood as a supporting antioxidant rather than a skin-whitening/bleaching agent, and MedEasy avoids "whitening" framing for this product
• Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trehalose: included for hydration and general skin-conditioning support
• Full confirmed INCI list: Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Niacinamide, Stearic Acid, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Silica, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glyceryl Stearate, Beeswax, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Betaine, Glutathione, Trehalose, Adenosine, Citric Acid, Trideceth-10, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cholesterol, Xanthan Gum, Nelumbo Nucifera Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Squalane, Beta-Glucan, Dipropylene Glycol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Propanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Key Features

• Manufactured under the APLB Korean skincare brand; the specific factory/manufacturer entity behind the brand could not be independently confirmed from available sources
• Marketed under a branded "Niacinamide + Glutathione + Centella" active complex positioning
• Combines a headline-dose brightening active (Niacinamide) with a high-percentage soothing botanical (Centella Asiatica) and a trace-level antioxidant (Glutathione)

Benefits

• Niacinamide at 2% is commonly associated with supporting a more even-looking skin tone and refined texture with regular use
• The high concentration of Centella Asiatica Extract supports skin soothing and barrier comfort
• Adenosine and Sodium Hyaluronate support hydration and general skin conditioning
• MedEasy presents the Glutathione content as a minor supporting antioxidant rather than a primary skin-whitening mechanism, given its trace concentration

Who Can Use This Product

• Adults looking for a Niacinamide-based brightening and soothing facial cream
• Those with known sensitivities to any listed ingredient should patch-test before regular use
• Not recommended for broken, irritated, or sunburned skin
• Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult a doctor before use, as with any active skincare ingredient

How to Use

• Apply a moderate amount to cleansed face and neck, morning and evening
• Massage gently in upward, circular motions until absorbed
• Follow with sunscreen during the day
• Introduce gradually if new to Niacinamide-based products, to assess tolerance

Storage & Safety

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children
• Avoid contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly with water if contact occurs
• Perform a patch test before first use if you have known sensitivities
• Discontinue use and consult a doctor or dermatologist if irritation, redness, or an allergic reaction develops

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: Does this cream "whiten" or bleach the skin?

A: No. The Glutathione content is only 0.1%, a minor supporting antioxidant level. Skin-whitening controversy around Glutathione generally concerns oral or injectable use, not a low-concentration topical cream like this one. MedEasy describes this product as brightening/antioxidant-supportive rather than skin-whitening.

Q: What is the main active ingredient?

A: Niacinamide at 2% (20,000ppm) is the dominant active, alongside a high 22.7% concentration of Centella Asiatica Extract.

Q: Who manufactures this product?

A: APLB, a Korean skincare brand. The specific factory or manufacturing entity behind the brand could not be independently confirmed.

Q: Is this suitable for sensitive skin?

A: The formula is Centella-forward, which is generally soothing, but a patch test is recommended before regular use given the range of active ingredients.

Q: How long until visible results?

A: Results from Niacinamide-based products are typically gradual and vary by individual; consistent use over several weeks is generally needed to assess visible benefits.