Name: Estee Lauder Dark Spot brightening serum
Brand: Estée Lauder
SKU: 150930
Availability: InStock
Rating: 35 (1 reviews)

Estee Lauder Dark Spot brightening serum

The Estée Lauder Companies

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

9

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-10)

What's inside

Polysilicone-11

Not approved for food use, lack of safety data for ingestion, potential toxicity if consumed

Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer

Potential for trace acrylamide contamination, not intended for ingestion, insufficient food safety data, possible irritation if ingested

BHT

Potential endocrine disruption, irritant/sensitizer, ingestion toxicity concerns at high doses, possible contamination with reaction byproducts

Polysorbate 20

Mild skin irritation possible in sensitive individuals, rare sensitization

Polysorbate 80

Irritation potential at high concentrations, possible allergenic sensitization, contamination risk from ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane residues

Tromethamine

Synthetic additive, possible allergic reactions, gastrointestinal discomfort, not studied for long-term food use, ultra-processed

Propylene Glycol Dicaprate

Skin irritation in sensitive individuals, ingestion at high amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort

Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol

Potential for skin irritation or sensitization in sensitive individuals, limited long-term safety data

Disodium EDTA

Low irritation potential, possible environmental persistence

Water

Hydration, solvent for biochemical reactions, essential for life

Ascorbyl Glucoside

Antioxidant, skin brightening, enhances collagen synthesis

グリチルリチン酸2K (Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate)

Anti-inflammatory, skin-soothing, reduces redness, antioxidant

Citric acid

pH regulator, preservative, enhances flavor stability

Nylon-12

Improves product spreadability, absorbs oil, provides matte finish

Acetyl Glucosamine

Improves skin hydration, may reduce signs of aging, supports joint health

Cholesterol

Structural component of cell membranes, precursor for steroid hormones and vitamin D synthesis

Hordeum Vulgare Seed Extract

Antioxidant properties, moisturizing effects in skincare, nutritional benefits including fiber, vitamins and minerals when used in food

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Phosphatidylcholine

Supports cell membrane integrity, emulsifying properties, common dietary phospholipid

Stearic Acid

Emulsifying agent, texture stabilizer, surfactant, energy source in diet

Hexylene Glycol

Effective solvent, enhances penetration and cleaning efficiency, good compatibility with other ingredients

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

Film-forming, thickening, stabilizing properties improving product texture and stability

Sodium citrate

Water softening, pH buffering, biodegradable, low toxicity

Phenoxyethanol

Effective broad-spectrum preservative at low concentrations

Glycerin

Moisturizing agent, humectant properties, enhances texture in formulations

Butylene Glycol

Improves texture and absorption of products, acts as a humectant to retain moisture

Dimethicone

Reduces foam, provides skin conditioning, improves spreadability, chemically inert

Isododecane

Improves product texture and application, enhances spreadability

PEG-10 Dimethicone

Enhances product texture, improves spreadability and emulsification

Sodium Hyaluronate

Hydrates and moisturizes skin, supports tissue repair, enhances skin elasticity

Squalane

Emollient moisturizing agent, improves skin hydration, enhances skin barrier function

Helianthus annuus seed extract

Emollient properties, rich in fatty acids, has antioxidant properties, moisturizes and nourishes skin

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract

Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant properties, potential digestive aid

Oryza Sativa Bran Extract

Antioxidant activity, source of vitamin E and phytosterols, cholesterol-lowering potential

Caffeine

Enhanced mental alertness, reduced fatigue

Salicylic Acid

Antimicrobial properties, keratolytic/exfoliating action, may contribute to stain removal and biofilm disruption

Isohexadecane

Provides lightweight, non-greasy emollient properties, improves texture and spreadability in formulations

Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine

Acts as a detangling and conditioning agent in hair care formulations, provides antistatic properties

Sorbitan Oleate

Emulsifier, stabilizes formulations, improves texture and consistency

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant properties, skin conditioning, vitamin E source

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Antioxidant, promotes collagen synthesis, skin brightening

Trametes Versicolor Extract

Immune system modulation, potential anti-cancer adjunct properties, antioxidant effects, supports gut microbiota

Product Details

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