Hydroquinone is a controversial ingredient. It is banned in most European countries including the United Kingdom but is still approved in USA.
Hydroquinone is a chemical compound used in products that treat hyperpigmentation it works by damaging the cells that produce pigmentation and melanin, where is Arbutin inhibits the enzymes that stimulate pigment producing cells.
Alpha Arbutin is your new favourite super star ingredient when it comes to spot fading  very effective at fading dark spots even at just 1.0%. This ingredients targets hyperpigmentation without any of the potential problematic side effects of its brightening counterparts such as hydroquinone.
Alpha Arbutin prohibits the formation of dark spots, offering a brightening effect on the skin.
Arbutin is available in most of Zorai products which are designed to treat pigmentation. Zorai Discolouration Complex uses Alpha Arbutin as the main active ingredient and when used regularly in your routine will improve your complexion noticeably.
For best results it is best to use Arbutin twice a day morning and before bed. However just like you would with a hydroquinone product, we would highly recommend using high SPF during the day to protect your skin from photodamage and sunburn.
Why Should you Use Alpha Arbutin?
Unlike hydroquinone Alpha arbutin is relatively well-tolerated, even with the most sensitive skin however might have to do a patch test by trying it on your forearm before applying it to your entire face just to play it safe.
Zorai Face Brightening Cream is one of the best products with Alpha Arbutin. This effective treatment for all skin types works wonders with its combination of arbutin and kojic acid ( another great skin brightening ingredient) The product also has hyaluronic acid for added hydration.
Dealing with super stubborn dark spots?
It is wise to fussy with your skin and products formulated hight grade Alpha Arbutin paired with ingredients such as stable form of Vitamin C derivatives, a brightening ingredient that’s also a powerful antioxidant known to protect the skin and stimulate collagen. This combination formula helps rejuvenate dull, patchy skin.
Treating Hyperpigmentation without hydroquinone- the Downside
Hydroquinone works by blocking the synthesis of melanin, so the treated skin is prevented from producing more pigment.
The danger is that its continuous use is not recommended as its overuse is uncommonly associated with development of a bluish-black discolouration called ochronosis.
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