Arbutin is a natural compound extracted from natural plants that can whiten the skin. Known as a natural hydroquinone, the main functions and effects of arbutin are as follows:
1.Whitening and lightening spots
It has a similar mechanism of action to vitamin C. Arbutin can inhibit the activity of tyrosinase through its own combination with tyrosinase, thereby inhibiting the accumulation of melanin in human skin, thereby brightening skin color and whitening spots. Effect. Therefore, arbutin is added to many whitening products. Arbutin can inhibit the activity of tyrosinase in the body, prevent the oxidation of tyrosine, affect the synthesis of dopa and dopaquinone, inhibit the production of melanin, and reduce the deposition of skin pigment.
2. Anti-inflammatory repair
In addition, arbutin is also often used in medicines. Arbutin also has analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. Some burn ointments contain arbutin, not only because arbutin can fade scars, but also because arbutin has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects to a certain extent. This allows the burned skin tissue to quickly reduce inflammation and heal, and the pain can also be relieved to a certain extent. Arbutin is also commonly found in some acne treatment and other products. (For dark acne marks, you can use compound arbutin cream combined with nicotinamide gel to gradually fade them)
3. Sun protection and tanning
At the same concentration, a-arbutin has a better enzyme inhibitory effect of tyrosine, and can also assist in sun protection and prevent tanning. (Research shows that the combined application of a-arbutin + sunscreen (UVA+UVB) is very effective in brightening skin color and preventing tanning. Assists in sun protection and prevents tanning!
But you need to remember one thing: when using arbutin, you need to be careful to avoid sunlight, so it can only be used at night.
Post time: Dec-07-2023