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Get to know arbutin, a whitening ingredient that is safe for the skin

Some women use various beauty products to make their skin white, smooth and radiant. Arbutin is one of the whitening ingredients that can be used safely.

Arbutin is a hydroquinone derivative that is very effective as a topical or topical treatment for skin hyperpigmentation. This is why arbutin is often used as the main ingredient in various whitening skin care products, against black spots and dull skin.




The Origin of Arbutin and Its Various Benefits

Arbutin comes from dried leaves in several different plant species, including bearberry, blueberry, cranberry and pear tree. Arctostaphylos uva ursi, also known as bearberry, is a shrub that develops in North America, Europe and Asia. Apart from being a skin whitener, the leaves of this plant are also used in medicinal products to treat urinary tract infections, cystitis, and kidney stones.

The active compound in arbutin is very effective in inhibiting the formation of melanin (pigment giving color to the skin). The more melanin, the darker the skin color. Therefore, arbutin is considered an effective skin whitening ingredient.

So it's no wonder compared to other skin whitening ingredients, arbutin is one of the most widely recommended skin whitening ingredients in the world.

How to use a skin whitening cream safely

Before using skin whitening creams, including those containing arbutin, it should be understood that there is a possibility that the cream also contains other ingredients. Therefore, you should carefully read the packaging label. Make sure there are no harmful ingredients in it, such as mercury.

The following are safe ways to use skin whitening creams:

  •     Wash your hands first before using skin whitening creams, as well as after.
  •     Use skin whitening creams 1-2 times a day only in areas of dark skin, whether on the arm or face.
  •     Avoid applying skin whitening creams around the eyes and mouth.
  •     Avoid direct contact or contact with other people's skin after using skin whitening creams.
  •     Always follow the instructions for using the skin whitening cream listed on the packaging.
In order for maximum skin whitening results, you also need to use sunscreen while doing outdoor activities during the day, and live a healthy lifestyle by eating nutritiously balanced foods, drinking enough water, quitting smoking, managing stress well, and getting enough sleep The ideal.

Using skin whitening creams that contain arbutin is safe, but it would be better if you first consult a dermatologist. Ask your doctor, what type of whitening cream best suits your skin condition, to avoid the bad effects of skin whitening.

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