The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% 30ml

A water-free brightening serum that pairs pure vitamin C with alpha arbutin. The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% helps visibly improve the look of dark spots and uneven tone while offering antioxidant support for a more radiant complexion.

Key benefits

• Helps brighten dull-looking skin and even out tone
• Targets the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation
• Antioxidant vitamin C helps protect against the visible effects of environmental stress
• Water-free formula keeps both actives stable

Key ingredients

• Ascorbic Acid 8% (pure vitamin C) – brightens and provides antioxidant support
• Alpha Arbutin 2% – targets the look of dark spots and uneven tone

How to use

1. Use morning and/or evening. If you are new to vitamin C, start a few times a week.
2. Apply a few drops to the face. Avoid the eye contour.
3. Follow with moisturiser, and SPF every morning.

Texture note: may feel slightly "oily" for a few seconds after application, although the formula contains no oil. A mild tingle in the first few uses is normal.

Suitable for: all skin types; those with very sensitive skin should introduce it gradually.

Do not combine with: niacinamide, peptides, EUK 134 or other direct acids in the same routine — use them in a separate AM/PM routine.

Patch test: Apply a small amount to a clean area on the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before first use.

Cautions: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Use sun protection during the day. If irritation occurs, stop use. Keep out of reach of children.

Specifications: 30 ml · water-free serum · vegan & cruelty-free · alcohol-, oil- and silicone-free · The Ordinary (DECIEM)

Delivery & returns in Oman

• Delivered in 1–3 working days to every governorate in Oman
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Frequently asked questions

How do I use it?
Apply a few drops to the face morning and/or evening, avoiding the eye contour, then follow with moisturiser and SPF every morning. If you are new to vitamin C, start a few times a week.

Is a tingle normal?
A mild tingle in the first few uses is normal. If irritation occurs, stop use.

Can I use it with niacinamide?
Not in the same routine — use niacinamide, peptides or other direct acids in a separate AM/PM routine.