2% Alpha Arbutin Serum

2% Alpha Arbutin Serum

15ingredients
SerumRivela by Cipla

Full INCI list with a per-ingredient allergen & irritant analysis below.

Formula flagsfrom catalog claims
Oil-freeReef-safeAlcohol-freeParaben-freeSulfate-freeSilicone-freeFragrance-freeEU-allergen-freeFungal-acne-safeVeganCruelty-free

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Allergen & irritant analysis

1 flagged

This serum from Rivela by Cipla lists 15 ingredients. AllerNote's analysis flags 1 common irritant in the INCI list. No added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates were detected in the listed ingredients.

1 known irritant
  • Hamamelis virginiana extract · activeCan be drying and potentially irritating for sensitive skin due to its astringent properties (tannins) and common alcohol content in formulations.

Not detected: added fragrance, parabens, MI / MCI (isothiazolinones), formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, SLS / SLES sulfates.

Generated from this product's ingredient list and AllerNote's allergen database — educational, not medical advice or a substitute for patch testing.

Benefits

HydratingScar healingReduces irritationRedness reducingDark spotsBarrier repairAcne fightingAnti-agingReduces large pores

Key Ingredients

  • 1
    AntioxidantsShields skin from free radical damage.
  • 2
    Hyaluronic AcidHydrates by attracting and holding water.
  • 3
    Kojic AcidBrightens skin and helps fade dark spots.
  • 4
    ArbutinGently brightens and evens skin tone.

Full Ingredient List

15

INCI (full list, INCI order): water, propanediol, ethoxydiglycol, glycereth-26, alpha-arbutin, panthenol, kojic acid, phenoxyethanol, ethylhexylglycerin, hamamelis virginiana extract, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, disodium hydroxyethyliminodiacetate, sodium hyaluronate, camellia sinensis leaf extract, hydroxyethylcellulose

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Potential Concerns

  • May Worsen DrynessCan strip moisture and worsen dryness.
  • May Worsen EczemaMay worsen itching or irritation for eczema.
  • May Worsen RosaceaCan trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

Frequently asked questions

Is 2% Alpha Arbutin Serum fragrance-free?

No added fragrance or EU-labelled fragrance allergens were detected in 2% Alpha Arbutin Serum's listed ingredients. "Not detected" isn't an absolute guarantee, but it's a good sign for fragrance-sensitive skin — confirm against the current pack and your own triggers.

Is 2% Alpha Arbutin Serum paraben-free?

No parabens were detected in 2% Alpha Arbutin Serum's listed ingredients. Worth keeping in perspective: parabens are among the least common cosmetic allergens, so "paraben-free" matters far less for reactive skin than avoiding fragrance or the preservative MI/MCI.

Is 2% Alpha Arbutin Serum suitable for sensitive or allergy-prone skin?

It depends on your specific triggers. 2% Alpha Arbutin Serum contains 0 flagged allergens and 1 irritant (listed in the analysis above). If none are on your personal allergen list it may suit you, but patch test first — add your allergens to AllerNote to check 2% Alpha Arbutin Serum against your own profile.