Description

Alpha arbutin is a naturally occurring compound that is often used in skincare products for its skin-brightening and depigmenting properties. It is a glycoside, which means it is derived from glucose (sugar), and it can be found in various plants, such as bearberry leaf, cranberry, and blueberry.

Alpha arbutin is considered a milder and more stable alternative to other skin-brightening ingredients, like hydroquinone, which can have potential side effects. It works by inhibiting the activity of an enzyme called tyrosinase, which is involved in the production of melanin. By reducing melanin production, alpha arbutin can help fade dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and even out skin tone, leading to a brighter and more radiant complexion.

Many skincare products, such as serums, creams, and moisturisers, contain alpha arbutin as an active ingredient to address issues like age spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.