α-Arbutin

α-Arbutin

Molecular Weight: 272.25g/mol

Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₆O₇

CAS NO：84380-01-8

Application: Cosmetic

α-Arbutin, also known as Alpha-Arbutin, is a pure and water-soluble active ingredient. Its CAS number is 84380-01-8, molecular formula is C₁₂H₁₆O₇, and molecular weight is 272.25g/mol. It is widely used in the cosmetics industry, particularly in skin-whitening products.

Functions of α-Arbutin

The main function of α-Arbutin is to block the oxidation of tyrosinase and dopa, thereby inhibiting the formation of melanin in the epidermis and achieving a whitening effect. This whitening action is rapid and effective, and α-Arbutin exhibits higher stability and effectiveness in lightening spots and reducing skin damage caused by UV exposure compared to existing single-component products. Therefore, α-Arbutin was introduced to the cosmetics market as a safe and effective skin-brightening active agent in 2002.

Moreover, α-Arbutin is suitable for all skin types, meaning that regardless of the skin type, products containing α-Arbutin can be used to achieve a whitening effect.