α-Arbutin, also known as “alpha-arbutin,” is a powerful skincare ingredient known for brightening your skin and reducing spots. If your goal is to achieve a more even facial complexion, try a professional skincare product that contains α-Arbutin. But why does α-Arbutin work so well?

 

How does α-Arbutin work?

α-Arbutin is also a natural compound that comes from plant extracts such as bearberry, cranberry and blueberry, and is also found in pears and wheat. α-Arbutin inhibits tyrosinase activity, an enzyme responsible for promoting the production of melanin. Melanin affects the color of our skin, and excess melanin can cause hyperpigmentation, dark spots and uneven skin tone. Nowadays, we improve the skin tone by affecting the activity of tyrosinase, and α-Arbutin helps to reduce these problems without causing other effects on the skin.

 

Benefits of α-Arbutin for Face

1. Reduces dark spots and hyperpigmentation

α-Arbutin is now widely used to treat sun spots, age spots and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) caused by acne or skin irritation. Regular use of α-Arbutin in personal skin care can make the skin clearer and more even.

2. Brightens the skin tone

Unlike other harsh chemical whitening agents, α-Arbutin can gently brighten the skin tone and make the skin naturally translucent without irritating the skin or causing inflammation.

3. Suitable for all skin types

Oily, dry and combination skin can use α-Arbutin because it is water-soluble and easily absorbed by the skin without clogging pores or causing excessive drying of the skin.

4. Use with other skin care ingredients

α-Arbutin can be safely used with other skin care ingredients, such as vitamin C and niacinamide, which can synergize with α-Arbutin to inhibit melanin production to enhance its brightening effect; while hyaluronic acid helps to hydrate and moisturize, strengthen the skin barrier, and make α-Arbutin work more gently while reducing irritation to the skin.

 

How to use α-Arbutin in daily skin care

- Basic skin care: After cleansing and hydrating, apply an appropriate amount of α-Arbutin serum or cream to the entire face (avoid the eye area), massage until absorbed, and then apply moisturizing lotion/cream.

- Use with sunscreen: To improve pigmentation, it is recommended to strictly use sunscreen during the day to protect your skin from UV damage.

- Be patient: The effect takes time! Continue to use for 4-8 weeks to observe the changes in facial skin.

 

Where to get α-Arbutin?

α-Arbutin is a game-changing advantage ingredient for those who want a brighter and more even skin tone. Whether you have acne scars, sun damage or facial spots, this ingredient can help you achieve a radiant, youthful complexion. Focusfreda provides one-stop Chinese ingredient sourcing solutions such as high-quality α-Arbutin raw materials to global personal care industry customers.