A couple of questions

Does Alpha Arbutin lighten skin permanently?

It is a safe skin-brightening ingredient that targets hyperpigmentation and dark spots to reveal a younger looking skin. It does not permanently bleach your skin, it brightens your skin by slowing down the melanin production.

Does arbutin lighten skin permanently?

Alpha arbutin is used to lighten your skin and lessen melanin production. With the right concentration, the presence of this ingredient in your skincare products can greatly benefit you if you have hyperpigmentation. Although, the whitening effect of arbutin is not permanent.

What will happen if I stop using alpha arbutin?

No sooner do you discontinue using the arbutin products than your skin reverts to its former condition. The beneficial effects of arbutin are temporary. As it merely inhibits the activity of the key enzyme, tyrosinase, and decreases melanin production. No permanent change or reaction is caused.

How long does Alpha Arbutin take to lighten skin?

It will take 1-2 months of consistent topical use of arbutin before you begin to see improvements. Remember — consistency is key for optimal results.

Does Alpha Arbutin make you lighter?

By inhibiting tyrosinase, it can lighten up dark spots and reduce the appearance of sun spots as well as prevent them from developing in the first place. Alpha Arbutin can be used regularly as a preventative step against acne scarring and age spots.

Does Alpha arbutin darken skin?

Alpha Arbutin is a safe option for all skin tones as it does not change the skin colour, only evens out your complexion. It brightens the darker areas of the skin (sun damage and hyperpigmentation), resulting in a natural even skin tone.

Is Alpha arbutin good for hyperpigmentation?

Alpha arbutin can be used to help reduce discoloration in the skin such as sunspots and hyperpigmentation,” says Dr Ejikeme. It also works as a preventative measure for those worried about pigmentation issues and does not make skin more sensitive to the sun, so it's a great year-round option.

Does Alpha Arbutin darken skin?

Alpha Arbutin is a safe option for all skin tones as it does not change the skin colour, only evens out your complexion. It brightens the darker areas of the skin (sun damage and hyperpigmentation), resulting in a natural even skin tone.