$55.00
Description: Alpha-arbutin (4-hydroxyphenyl-D-lucopyranoside) is a synthetic and functional active ingredient for skin lightening. Biosynthetic ingredient, derived from bearberry. Crystalline, white powder. Can also be small grains with no effect on the solubility.
Water-soluble.
Stable in the pH range from 3.5-6.5.
CAS: 84380-01-8
INCI: Alpha-arbutin
Use: Recommended concentration 0.2-2%, add to water phase of formula. For external use only. It is stable against hydrolysis as tested in the pH range from 3.5 - 6.6.
Applications: All kinds of skin-lightening products including lotions, creams, makeup products.
Country of Origin: China
Raw material source: Hydroquinone, dextrine
Manufacture: Alpha-arbutin is produced by reacting hydroquinone and dextrine (a sugar) with a glycosylating enzyme.
Animal Testing: Not animal tested
GMO: GMO-free but not certified
Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components