Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum: Rice + Alpha-Arbutin 30ml

Help fade the look of dark spots and brighten dullness

• Combines 68% rice bran water to nourish and soothe.
• 2% alpha-arbutin to gently target the look of hyperpigmentation and even out tone.
• Helps discourage new pigmentation from forming.
• Lightweight and fast-absorbing.

Why it works

Rice bran water makes up 68% of the formula — it's rich in vitamins B and E and amino acids, which hydrate the skin's surface, smooth rough texture, and give the dewy radiance rice is known for.

Alpha-arbutin, at 2%, is the brightening active. It works by slowing tyrosinase, the enzyme involved in producing melanin, helping skin ease off overproducing pigment in areas triggered by sun damage or acne marks. It's a gentle, well-studied ingredient — a derivative of hydroquinone that helps brighten without the irritation, oxidising or stinging that stronger brighteners and vitamin C can cause.

Over several weeks of daily use, tone tends to look more even and dark spots softer. Results vary by person and skin type.

A low dose of niacinamide and a grain complex (rice, black soybean and mung bean) support the barrier and add to the brightening.

Benefits

• Brighter, more radiant-looking skin
• More even-looking tone and softer dark spots over time
• Helps discourage new spots forming
• Light hydration with a dewy finish
• A gentle alternative to harsher brighteners

How to use it

• After toner, before moisturiser.
• Dispense 2–3 drops and pat in until absorbed.
• Brightening rewards consistency, so give it a few weeks.
• Always wear SPF in the day — brightening and sun protection only work as a pair.

Key ingredients

Rice bran water 68% · alpha-arbutin 2% · niacinamide · grain complex (rice, black soybean, mung bean) · hyaluronic acid. Fragrance-free, no essential oils or parabens.

Good to know

• Sits at a skin-friendly pH of 5–6, so it won't disrupt the skin's acid mantle.
• Alpha-arbutin doesn't oxidise or pill under makeup the way vitamin C can.
• Results on tone are gradual, not overnight — that's normal, and a sign it's working gently.
• Pair with sunscreen, always.

Skin type compatibility

Normal & combination skin: balances oil while adding radiance.

Oily & acne-prone skin: lightweight and fast-absorbing, won't clog pores.

Dry & dehydrated skin: layers well under a heavier cream to lock in moisture.

Sensitive & redness-prone skin: made without common irritants, a gentler option than strong brightening acids.

Common questions

Can I use it daily?
Yes, morning and night.

Can I mix it with retinol or AHA/BHA?
Yes. Alpha-arbutin doesn't conflict with retinol, vitamin C or exfoliating acids, so it fits easily into an existing routine.

Will it bleach my skin?
No. It doesn't change your natural tone — it targets overactive pigment like sun spots and acne marks, to help even things out.