Many people use a skin lightener to rid their skin of unwanted brown spots from sun damage or freckles that they felt are unsightly. People seek out skin lighteners for a variety of reasons. <a href="http://www.agelessderma.com/">Age spots </a>are one reason for opting to use a lightener. It is important however to know what the ingredients are in each skin lightener before you purchase it.
Beta-Arbutin -This white powder comes from a plant originating in China, the leaves of a bearberry plant. It is primarily used to lessen the production of liver spots or freckles or to treat sunburn.
Alpha-Arbutin - This is also a natural ingredient derived from the leaves of bearberry plants in addition to cranberry, blueberry and pear leaves. It works in conjunction with beta-arbutin in blocking melanin production.
Gigawhite 5% - This is a skin brightener. With regular use, it is known to brighten areas of the skin, reducing age spots and melasma within two-three months' time. It is a plant extract useful for either oily or dry skin types.
Kojic Acid - This helps lessen melanin (dark pigment) production on the skin, lessening the appearance of liver spots, freckles and even acne and pregnancy spots. This was first found in mushrooms in Japan. It is used in very small amounts in skin lightening products to offset any possible negative side effects.
Niacinamide 5% - This is a vitamin, a combination of Vitamin B3 and niacin. It has anti-inflammatory effects, making it useful for those with inflammatory skin conditions such as acne, dark spots, uneven skin texture and red blotches.
Mulberry Extract 0.5% - This natural derivative functions as an antioxidant, helping improve the skin's metabolism and adding purity. It can help whiten skin, lessen the appearance of freckles, increase skin flexibility and help deter the aging process of wrinkling.
Glycolic Acid 10% - This is a product derived from the sugar cane plant. It exfoliates the skin, balancing out uneven skin tones.
Tyrostat - This ingredient is a plant extract. It inhibits the tyrosinase enzyme which helps form red or brown pigmentation. Tyrostat is a skin whitener that is very safe and effective.
Retinol - This is a form of Vitamin A. It helps resurface and smooth the skin, which gives a more youthful look. It penetrates the skin on a deep level and helps produce a glowing complexion. Extrapone nutgrass - This is derived from a root found in India. It inhibits melanin and is very effective as a natural skin lightener or whitener. It also reduces freckles.
Avocado Oil - This ingredient is used in cosmetics for its moisturizing effects but it is also known to reduce age spots, lessen sun damage and scarring.
Hydroquinone - This is a powerful skin whitener. In the United States, only 2% of this is allowed to be used in any over-the-counter product, 4% for prescription strengths. It is a very effective ingredient for lightening the skin, reducing age spots and acne.
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