Ingredient
Alpha-Arbutin
Korean label: 알파-아부틴
A lab-made, more stable form of arbutin (a glycoside of hydroquinone) that competitively inhibits tyrosinase, the key enzyme in melanin production, to gradually fade dark spots and even out skin tone.
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Good to know
- Pregnancy caution
Some guidance advises avoiding or limiting this during pregnancy — check with your doctor.
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Ascorbyl Glucoside
A stable vitamin C derivative that brightens gradually with low irritation.
also for dark spots
Kojic Acid
A fermentation-derived brightener used to fade dark spots and uneven tone.
also for dark spots
Vitamin B3
A form of vitamin B3 that reduces redness, evens skin tone, and helps strengthen the skin barrier.
also for dark spots
