Oshea Herbals
Oshea Herbals Phytoderma 2% Alpha Arbutin Face Serum
Oshea Herbals Phytoderma 2% Alpha Arbutin Face Serum
Oshea Herbals
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WHAT IS IT?
Face serum with 2 main active ingredients
FEATURES
Targets and diminishes dark spots, pigmentation, and uneven skin tone, Suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin, Enhances skin radiance, Deeply hydrates and nourishes, Lightweight formula
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
No irritation
Who Is It For?
Men And Women Of All AgesWhat Does It Help With?
Dark Spots Pigmentation Uneven Skin Tone Dullness Dry SkinBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
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Product Description:
Achieve a clearer, more radiant complexion with this powerful serum designed to target and diminish dark spots, pigmentation, and uneven skin tone. Infused with 2% Alpha Arbutin and Pineapple Extract, it gently exfoliates the skin, revealing a brighter and more even skin tone. The lightweight formula is perfect for both men and women and works harmoniously with all skin types, even the most sensitive, offering visible results without irritation. This serum enhances skin radiance while deeply hydrating and nourishing, leaving your skin soft, luminous, and glowing. For best results, cleanse your face, apply the serum, and gently massage it until fully absorbed. Follow with a moisturizer and sunscreen to lock in moisture and protect your skin. Use twice daily to experience optimal benefits and a rejuvenated skin appearance.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
2%-salicylic-acid,probiotic,2%-alpha-arbutin,pineapple-extract
Key Ingredients
2% Alpha Arbutin,Pineapple Extract
Ingredients Details
Alpha-arbutin
Common Name(s): 4-hydroxyphenyl-alpha-d-glucopyranoside
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides potent tyrosinase inhibition with improved stability and tolerability over other arbutin forms.
Why It's Used: Premium arbutin โ alpha configuration provides 10ร greater tyrosinase inhibition than beta-arbutin at equivalent concentration, making alpha-arbutin the most effective arbutin form.
How It Works: Alpha-glucoside linkage provides enhanced metabolic stability vs beta-arbutin (less enzymatic hydrolysis to free hydroquinone in skin). inhibits tyrosinase via competitive substrate inhibition (ic50 ~24ฮผg/ml vs beta-arbutin ~525ฮผg/ml โ 20ร more potent). inhibits dopa oxidase step in melanogenesis.
Typically Found In: Brightening serums,anti-spot products,premium lightening
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ arbutin brightening agent
Secondary Functions: Melanin inhibition,hyperpigmentation reduction
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%โ2%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetic enzymatic synthesis
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Synthetic or plant-derived.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. use with spf for maximum efficacy. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Niacinamide,vitamin c,alpha-arbutin,tranexamic acid,spf
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Alpha-arbutin's 10โ20ร greater potency vs beta-arbutin at equivalent concentration arises from the alpha-glycosidic bond geometry โ the alpha configuration positions the hydroquinone aglycone at a specific orientation relative to the glucose that fits the tyrosinase active site copper more precisely than the beta isomer's different spatial arrangement.
Last Verified: Cosing database,sugimoto et al. arbutin tyrosinase study
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12