Alpha Arbutin (α-Arbutin) is a naturally derived ingredient from plants like bearberries, cranberries, and blue berries. It is very gentle, stable, water soluble and compatible with other active skin care ingredients.
What Is The Purpose Of Using Alpha Arbutin?
As mentioned, Alpha Arbutin is gentle and helps reduce melanin production by inhibiting the production of tyrosinase enzyme. This helps fade the hyperpigmentation, dark spots, acne marks with brighter skin complexion.
What Are The Benefits Of Alpha Arbutin?
Alpha Arbutin possesses anti-inflammatory and antioxidant nature and works on
- Sunspots
- Acne marks
- Age spots
- Melasma
- Skin tan
- Evens skin tone and brighten the skin
- Gentle on Sensitive Skin
- Soothes irritated skin and inflamed skin
- Natural brightens the skin
How Does Alpha Arbutin Work?
Alpha Arbutin is a derivative of hydroquinone and a valued skin lightening and dark spot fading ingredients. Dark spots are a result of the pigments produced in skin cells melanocytes, which contain an enzyme tyrosinase. When these cells get exposed to Sun’s UV rays, they trigger it, resulting in dark spots and freckles.
When Alpha Arbutin is applied, it slowly releases hydroquinone, blocks the enzyme tyrosinase, reducing the production of melanin to lighten the dark spots.
How To Use Alpha Arbutin?
Alpha Arbutin(α-Arbutin), skin lightening product is available in
- Creams
- Serums
- Face washes
- Gels
- Lotions
As it is water soluble it can be used in overnight masks and chemical peels. Apply on the hyperpigmented regions or the entire face.
What Are The Side Effects Of Alpha Arbutin?
There are no known side effects or negative interactions about this ingredient. People with allergic conditions may experience
- Skin irritation
- Mild acne
- Sunburn
- Redness
