Arbutin: a two-pronged whitening ingredient Arbutin has a cute-sounding name. It has nothing to do with bears, but it is taken from a plant of the Ursi genus: bear grape and bearberry. It can block two links in the melanin formation path, thereby effectively whitening. Melanin granules are secreted by melanocytes. The tyrosinase inside them can first convert tyrosine into dopa. Dopa then undergoes a series of chemical reactions and then becomes melanin granules. Afterwards, the melanin particles are transferred to the stratum corneum, making the skin darker. Arbutin can prevent tyrosine from turning into dopa, and it can also prevent dopa from turning into melanin. It can be said to be a two-pronged approach,the effect is outstanding.
There are two types of arbutin: alpha arbutin and beta arbutin. The former is more effective, but is rarely used at present. There are 2 subtypes of arbutin, namely alpha type and beta type. The alpha type of arbutin is 10-15 times more effective than the beta type, but currently, most of the skin care products on the market are of the beta type. This is mainly because alpha arbutin is very difficult to extract and the content in natural bear grapes is very low. Although the effect of beta arbutin is a bit inferior, it is still outstanding compared to other skin care products. Merchants will naturally choose β-type ingredients. In addition to whitening, what other effects does arbutin have?
1.Blemishes In addition to preventing the formation of new melanin particles, arbutin can also eliminate existing melanin particles to a certain extent, thus having the effect of lightening spots. Ladies with freckles and dullness may wish to choose products containing arbutin. If the product also contains nicotinamide, the effect of whitening and brightening the skin will be even better.
2.Anti-inflammatory repair Patients with skin inflammation, including those with sensitive skin, acne, and burns, can use products containing arbutin to inhibit inflammation, quickly reduce swelling, and accelerate healing. Therefore, arbutin often appears in acne products. The doctor reminds you: arbutin must be applied externally during use, and avoid direct sunlight after use.
Of course, if we want to whiten our skin, in addition to borrowing external products, we also need to take careful care.
1. Live a regular life
Abnormal skin color is related to abnormal activity of melanocytes caused by endocrine disorders. What living habits can lead to endocrine disorders? Staying up late, being in inappropriate moods, and not exercising are all to blame. You must develop the habit of resting on time, learn to regulate your emotions, and exercise regularly.
2. Pay attention to sun protection, this is the top priority
The reason why the skin secretes more melanin is that the skin is exposed to the stimulation of ultraviolet rays and wants to protect itself through melanin secretion. Only by paying attention to preventing ultraviolet rays can our skin color be whitened for a long time.
Summer is coming soon, and we must prepare sunscreen and physical sun protection measures in advance.
3. Supplement more antioxidant ingredients
Vitamin C and other ingredients can resist free radicals and protect the skin. Eating more colorful fruits and vegetables is very beneficial to the beauty and health of your skin.
