Arbutin (arbutin) is the chemical name is 4-Hydroxyphenyl-D-glucopyranoside (4-Hydroquinone-alpha-D-glucopyranoside), which exists in bearberry, lingonberry and other plants. It is an emerging non-irritating, non-allergic, and compatible natural whitening active substance. There are two structural and functional functional groups in the molecular structure of arbutin: one is the glucose residue; the other is the phenolic hydroxyl group. The physical state of α-arbutin is white to light gray powder, and it is easily soluble in water and ethanol.
α-Arbutin has a good therapeutic effect on scars caused by ultraviolet burns, and has good anti-inflammatory, repairing and whitening effects. It can inhibit the production and deposition of melanin, and remove spots and freckles.