Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum with Rice and Arbutin.

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About this product

A lightweight gel serum with rice extract and 2% alpha arbutin designed to brighten skin tone, reduce dark marks, and provide hydration.

Full ingredients

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water, Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Arbutin, Methyl Gluceth-20, Panthenol, Polyglycerin-3, Trehalose, Glyceryl Glucoside, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Arginine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Glucose, Cyclohexane, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Hordeum Distichon (Barley) Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Extract, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Seed Extract, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Zea Mays (Corn) Kernel Extract

Guru Score

78%

Yay

6 experts · Moderate agreement

6Gurus

5Yay

1Mixed

0Nay

What they liked

Light, runny gel texture for oily skin
Hydrating with a plumping effect
Helps with pigmentation and uneven tone

What they flagged

Won't tackle severe hyperpigmentation
Sticky tacky texture
Mild brightening compared to original glow serum

What the gurus are saying

This serum earns consistent praise for its lightweight gel texture and brightening power, making it a standout pick for oily skin or anyone wanting a dewy glow without heaviness. The rice extract and alpha arbutin combination work together to fade dark marks and uneven tone, though experts note it works best on mild to moderate pigmentation rather than stubborn long-term hyperpigmentation. It layers well into anti-acne routines and hydrates as it brightens, so most people can use it across the face without worry.

Synthesized from 6 expert reviews · most recent take January 2026

Type

SerumsDrops & dropper

Formula notes

Fragrance-freeNo drying alcohol

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What the gurus are saying.

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Kelly Driscoll

90k subs

✓Yay

"They've done it in a much lighter, runny gel texture that would be suitable for more oily skin types. So if you're looking for that brightening and that glow, this would be the one to go for. It's also good for dark marks. It doesn't have as much of the acne-fighting properties as the original glow serum does, but it will still complement an anti-acne skincare routine, especially if you're looking for some brightening."

All 2 takes from Kelly Driscoll

BEST and WORST K-Beauty at Sephora PT 1 | Aestura, Beauty of Joseon, Innisfree, Dr. Jart

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"I love that Beauty of Joseon has used arbutin instead of niacinamide in this brightening serum. Arbutin is a little bit better for those stubborn hyperpigmentation marks, a little bit better for stubborn unevenness on the skin, better for faster brightening. I think it's a really interesting combination with the other extracts that they're using, the rice extract, and they've created a really nice texture here."

Nipun Kapur

409k subs

✓Yay

"Rice and abutin the Deep Glow Serum is if you have any kind of pigmentation then this product is for you"

Dr. Vanita Rattan

1.23M subs

✓Mixed

"It's got 2% Alpha arbutin plus some niacinamide and humectant properties so it does what it says but you're not really going to get much hyperpigmentation benefit. I'm happy for you to use this as your first line cheap product for improving skin tone, you're not going to get much for severe hyperpigmentation that's been there for a while."

James Welsh

1.58M subs

✓Yay

"Their glow deep Serum with rice and Alpha rtin is another favorite of mine"

Dr. Jenny Liu

322k subs

✓Yay

"If you're looking for a dewy glow, the Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum is really nice. It contains 68% rice extract along with 2% niacinamide, and rice also has some brightening benefits at the same time. You can use it all over and it's a great hydrating serum. I find it to have a little bit of a sticky tacky texture but it's great. It does really help to plump your skin."

Gothamista

683k subs

✓Yay

"I've actually paired the Glow Deep Serum with Rice and Arbutin for a little brightening boost. I always layer it by using the glow deep serum first and then the glow serum afterwards because I love that proper glow. For a lot of people it might be too sticky, I don't mind that at all. It just lifts the complexion. Pairing this with the dynasty cream, I mean forget about it, you're talking about the dynamic duo of glow."

Frequently asked.

What is Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum with Rice and Arbutin?

A lightweight gel serum with rice extract and 2% alpha arbutin designed to brighten skin tone, reduce dark marks, and provide hydration.

Is Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum with Rice and Arbutin worth it?

Mostly yes. 5 of the 6 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 78%.

What is Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum with Rice and Arbutin's Guru Score?

Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum with Rice and Arbutin holds a Guru Score of 78%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 6 expert reviewers we have collected.