Q: Why choose arbutin over hydroquinone for long term use?
A: Arbutin is a naturally occurring derivative of hydroquinone. It is believed to be one of the best alternatives to hydroquinone as it provides the skin-lightening effect of hydroquinone without some of the risks.
There are many more potent skin lightening agents out there, but arbutin carries qualities that are unique to it.
It does not pose as much risk compared to hydroquinone. Overall, arbutin is safer compared to other whitening ingredients. You can use it safely along with other skin care products.
There are of course some people whose skin doesn’t react well to arbutin, but these cases are rare. In general, arbutin will lighten the skin without any issues. Arbutin can be used for any skin type, so it works well even for those with sensitive skin.
Because it does not make the skin more sensitive to sunlight, it’s safe to use in tropical countries.
Arbutin’s power in reducing hyperpigmentation has been proven and confirmed by various studies over the years. A 2018 study published in Cosmetic Facial Surgery found that arbutin effectively reduced melanin content to approximately 39 percent.
Excerpt taken from an online report.
