INCI: Alpha- Arbutin
Skin brightener that inhibits melanin production

No. 1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Cream Double Pack
Numbuzin

Peach 77 Niacin Essence Toner
Anua

No. 5 Glutathione Vitamin Concentrated Serum
Numbuzin

Rice 70 Glow Milky Serum Toner Set (Serum 50ml + Toner 250ml + Toner 40ml)
Anua

Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Correcting Serum
Anua

No.5+ Vitamin Concentrated Serum Duo Set
Numbuzin

Vitamin C Boosting Serum
Dr. Althea

Expert Madeca Mela Capture Ampoule Max
Centellian24

7 Rice Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum
Anua

EX-DW EGF Melatoning One Day Ampoule
Easydew

No.5+ Vitamin Concentrated Serum
Numbuzin

Melanon X Ampoule Cleanser
Medi-Peel
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