Alpha Arbutin Powder

Product Description

What is Alpha Arbutin Powder?

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.

Alpha-Arbutin V.S. Beta-Arbutin

Recent research showed that Alpha-Arbutin has a 10-fold stronger inhibitory effect. The α-glucosidic bond found in Alpha-Arbutin offers higher stability than the β form found in the related Beta-Arbutin. considered that Alpha-Arbutin is an effective and safe ingredient for cosmetics.

Alpha Arbutin is derived from the bearberry leaf, and unlike hydroquinone, it has no negative side effects on the skin. When applied topically, it is known to inhibit tyrosinase activity and prevent the formation of melanin. Compared to Beta Arbutin, Alpha Arbutin is more stable, and also more expensive to manufacture.

How it works？

Alpha arbutin works by inhibiting tyrosinase, an enzyme that plays a key role in melanin production. Melanin is responsible for skin and hair color, and when it’s overproduced, it can lead to dark spots and hyperpigmentation. By slowing down melanin production, alpha arbutin helps to lighten these areas and create a more even skin tone.

What Are The Different Types of Arbutin in Skincare?

In general, arbutin is widely praised for being a gentle skin brightening agent. It’s suitable for most skin types and is often available in various skincare products like serums, lotions, and creams. There are three primary forms of arbutin available in skincare:

• Alpha Arbutin

This is the most common and effective form of arbutin. Alpha arbutin is a glycoside. This means it is a glucose molecule attached to a hydroquinone. This allows for a controlled, slow release of the active compound and thus provides a gentle brightening effect. It’s suitable for all skin types.

• Beta Arbutin

This form is less stable than its alpha counterpart. It’s similar in action but may not provide the same level of effectiveness. As such, beta arbutin is considered a milder option.

• Deoxyarbutin

This is a synthetic derivative of arbutin. It is designed to provide more potent skin-lightening effects. It’s more stable than both alpha and beta arbutin but requires careful formulation and usage. This is because higher concentrations may lead to skin irritation or sensitivity.

Alpha Arbutin Powder Benefits

• Whitening and spot-lightening

The core function of arbutin is to inhibit the activity of tyrosinase, which is a key catalyst for melanin synthesis. By reducing the action of tyrosinase, arbutin can effectively block the melanin production pathway, thereby preventing and lightening spots, acne marks, and even skin tone. Studies have shown that arbutin has a significant improvement effect on pigmentation caused by ultraviolet rays.

• Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory

Arbutin has a certain antioxidant capacity, which can remove free radicals and slow down the oxidative damage to the skin caused by external stimuli such as ultraviolet rays. At the same time, it can help relieve inflammation, reduce redness caused by acne or external stimuli, and assist in repairing the skin barrier.

• Anti-aging

Arbutin has an antioxidant effect, which can remove excess free radicals in the skin and reduce the damage caused by excessive free radicals to the skin. It helps to maintain the elasticity and luster of the skin, and thus plays an anti-aging role.

• Improve skin quality

Long-term use of skin care products containing arbutin can improve skin permeability and make the skin more delicate. Some experiments have shown that it can also promote keratin metabolism and assist in relieving skin dullness, but the effect varies from person to person.

• Mildness and safety

Compared with traditional whitening ingredients (such as hydroquinone), arbutin is less irritating and less likely to cause photosensitivity reactions. The stability and permeability of α-arbutin (high purity type) are better than β-type, and it is suitable for sensitive skin. However, it should be noted that high concentration or improper storage may cause it to decompose into hydroquinone, and the amount added needs to be reasonably controlled.

Alpha Arbutin Powder Supplier And Manufacturer

BOTANICAL CUBE INC is a professional cosmetic raw material manufacturer with raw material developers to discover, refine and test ingredients used in cosmetic final products. Our R&D team has 17 years of R&D experience. The company has established 3 independent R&D centers with international standards and can customize all kinds of cosmetic raw materials.

We offers the different active ingredient which can be used for cosmetics.Our ingredients have antibacterial, antipruritic, moisturizing, anti-allergic, whitening, whitening, freckle removal, sun protection, anti-inflammatory and other functions.

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