Alpha arbutin derived from bearberry leaves,a white needle crystal powder. Alpha arbutin used to inhibit the activity of tyrosinase in the body, prevent the formation of melanin, then reduce the skin pigment deposition, remove spots and freckles.Alpha-Arbutin is extracted from bearberry.Alpha-arbutin is a biosynthetic active ingredient that is pure, water-soluble and is manufactured in a powder form. As one of the most advanced skin lightening ingredients on the market, Alpha-Arbutin has been shown to work effectively on all skin types. Alpha arbutin powder also has sterilization, anti-inflammatory effect. Mainly used in high-end cosmetics.
1)cosmetic usage: skin whitening, anti- age effect and UVB/ UVC filter
a. Action Mechanism:
Arbutin can effectively inhibit the formation of melanin and the hyperpigmentation which caused by ultraviolet radiation. So it can be used to whiten skin, prevent the production of fliver spots and freckles, treat sunburn and regulate melanogenesis.
b. Application Methods:
Added to advanced cosmetics which function is lightening skin, sunscreen and dispelling freckle.
c. Reference Addition:0.5~3%
2)medical usage: an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agent
a. ingredients for burns drugs : Arbutin is a new main ingredient for burns drug , characterized by rapid analgesic, anti-inflammatory and strong, rapid elimination of swelling, heal quickly, leaving no scars.
b. ingredients for intestinal anti-inflammatory drugs: bactericidal, anti-inflammatory effect, non-toxic side effects.
