the-originote The Originote Bright B3 Serum
the-originote The Originote Bright B3 Serum lists 31 ingredients on its label, 31 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Water
- Butylene Glycol
- Glycerin
- Niacinamide
- Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
- Tranexamic Acid
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Allantoin
- Centella Asiatica Extract
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Beta-Glucan
- Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
- Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
- Propylene Glycol
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
- Glutathione
- Salix Alba Bark Extract
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Hydrogenated Lecithin
- Hexylene Glycol
- Stearic Acid
- Cholesterol
- Ceramide NP
- Phenoxyethanol
- Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract
- Chlorphenesin
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains essential oilsContains EU-26 allergensContains animal-derived
Formulation view Aqueous serum combining niacinamide and tranexamic acid for brightening. Blended with centella and tea extracts for soothing; hyaluronic acid for hydration. Formulator note: High active load requires pH stability; tranexamic acid is gentle but complex formulation may increase allergy risk.
Key ingredients
- ANTIPLAQUE
- Water
- HUMECTANT
- Butylene Glycol
- DENATURANT
- Glycerin
- SMOOTHING
- Niacinamide
- BUFFERING
- Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
- ASTRINGENT
- Tranexamic Acid
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- ANTIOXIDANT
- Hydroxyacetophenone
Other ingredients
HydroxyethylcelluloseAllantoinCentella Asiatica ExtractSodium HyaluronateBeta-GlucanPolygonum Cuspidatum Root ExtractScutellaria Baicalensis Root ExtractPropylene GlycolCamellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractGlutathioneSalix Alba Bark ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideHydrogenated LecithinHexylene GlycolStearic AcidCholesterolCeramide NPPhenoxyethanolCitrus Reticulata Peel ExtractChlorphenesin
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irritancy | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | ANTIPLAQUE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 | Green |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 | Green |
| Niacinamide | SMOOTHING | 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid | BUFFERING | 0 | Green |
| Tranexamic Acid | ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT | 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyacetophenone | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 | Green |
| Hydroxyethylcellulose | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Allantoin | SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, SOOTHING | 0 | Green |
| Centella Asiatica Extract | CLEANSING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SMOOTHING, SOOTHING, TONIC | 0 | Green |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Beta-Glucan | BULKING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 | Green |
| Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract | ANTIOXIDANT | 0 | Green |
| Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract | ASTRINGENT, HUMECTANT, SOOTHING | 0 | Green |
| Propylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 1 | Green |
| Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER | 1 | Green |
| Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract | BLEACHING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SMOOTHING, SOOTHING, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Glutathione | REDUCING | 0 | Green |
| Salix Alba Bark Extract | ASTRINGENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING, TONIC | 2 | Green |
| Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 | Green |
| Hydrogenated Lecithin | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Hexylene Glycol | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, PERFUMING | 1 | Green |
| Stearic Acid | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, EMULSION STABILISING, FRAGRANCE, REFATTING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 | Green |
| Cholesterol | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Ceramide NP | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 | Yellow |
| Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 II/358 | 2 | Green |
| Chlorphenesin | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/50 | 1 | Yellow |
Comedogenic ratings need a published source. This batch is not yet sourced, so it is not shown.
Ingredients explained
- Water
- Primary solvent and base; requires preservative system to prevent microbial growth
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Niacinamide
- Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity
- Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
- Non-ionic buffer to adjust pH around 5.5; commonly used at 0.1–0.5%
- Tranexamic Acid
- Tranexamic acid for skin brightening; generally mild at low external doses.
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Polyol solvent and preservative booster at 1–5%; light feel, can replace some traditional preservatives
- Hydroxyacetophenone
- Hydroxyacetophenone as antioxidant; often boosts Vitamin C, works in acidic pH.
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Water-soluble cellulose ether for thickening and suspension stabilization; sensitive to ions, electrolytes reduce viscosity, use at pH 7-8.
- Allantoin
- Skin soother at 0.5-2%; promotes cell regeneration
- Centella Asiatica Extract
- Centella asiatica extract for soothing/repair; low irritation, common in sensitive skin products.
- Sodium Hyaluronate
- Potent humectant at 0.1–2%; different MW for penetration depth, high levels may draw moisture
- Beta-Glucan
- Polysaccharide for soothing and hydration; high MW acts on the surface, poor penetration into deep dermis.
- Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
- Polygonum cuspidatum root extract, source of resveratrol antioxidant; water or alcohol soluble, check color shift with iron ions
- Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
- Scutellaria root extract with baicalin for antioxidant and soothing effects; also provides astringent and humectant properties.
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant at 3-10%; hygroscopic, slight tackiness, mild irritation at high conc., verify preservative efficacy, no allergen.
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.
- Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
- Liquorice root extract for soothing and brightening; batch variability, watch polyphenol interactions
- Glutathione
- Antioxidant and brightening agent; unstable, requires antioxidants and protection from light.
- Salix Alba Bark Extract
- Contains natural salicylic acid precursors, mild exfoliating and antibacterial; may irritate at high levels; avoid in sensitive skin.
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
- Plant extract, soothing properties; contains natural allergens, high levels may irritate.
- Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Plant extract containing rosmarinic acid etc., with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties; may contain allergenic fragrances, patch test for sensitive skin, typical concentration <1%.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Hydrogenated Lecithin
- Emulsifier from lecithin; stable, used in powder emulsions
- Hexylene Glycol
- Polyol solvent and humectant with penetration enhancement; limit concentration to avoid irritation, no specific allergen tag
- Stearic Acid
- Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel
- Cholesterol
- Cholesterol; barrier repair lipid mimicking stratum corneum; often blended with ceramides, plant or fermentation source.
- Ceramide NP
- Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract
- Citrus peel extract containing photosensitizing compounds; handle with care to avoid photo-reactions, subject to EU restrictions.
- Chlorphenesin
- Phenolic antimicrobial; strict EU limits apply, potential allergen, careful dosing required for leave-on products.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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