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Naturium Alpha Arbutin Serum 2%

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Naturium

Alpha Arbutin Serum 2%

serum · 30 ml · Skincare

Naturium Alpha Arbutin Serum 2% is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 20-ingredient list, with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: brands reformulate, so match this list to the one on your pack.

  • Fragrance-free
  • No essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

Listed on Amazon in: United Kingdom · Italy

Key ingredients in Alpha Arbutin Serum 2%

  • Niacinamide

    Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.

  • Hyaluronic acid

    A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  • Glycerin

    A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.

  • Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)

    Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.

  • Alpha arbutin

    Fades the look of dark spots.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

20 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1WaterAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
  3. 3Alpha-Arbutin
  4. 4NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
  5. 5Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
  6. 6HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
  7. 7Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
  8. 8Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
  9. 9GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
  10. 10PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
  11. 11Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
  12. 12PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  13. 13Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
  14. 14EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  15. 15Sodium PhytateA plant-derived salt that acts as a chelating agent, grabbing onto metal ions like…
  16. 16Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  17. 17Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
  18. 18BetaineBetaine is a naturally occurring, gentle compound that attracts and holds water, mainly…
  19. 19Potassium SorbatePotassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a mild preservative that helps…
  20. 20TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…

Source: Naturium product page, naturium.com/products/alpha-arbutin-serum-2, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Naturium Alpha Arbutin Serum 2% fragrance-free?

Yes. Naturium Alpha Arbutin Serum 2% lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Naturium Alpha Arbutin Serum 2% contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Naturium Alpha Arbutin Serum 2% good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin and Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).

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