
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Face Wash with 5 key ingredients
FEATURES
Brightening face wash for even toned and radiant skin, Contains glutathione, vitamin-B3, alpha arbutin, kakadu plum and licorice extract, Reduces dark spots and uneven skin tone, Combats the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, Helps protect skin's natural oils and promotes lustrous skin, Free from sulfates, parabens and silicones
BEST FOR
combination
CHECKS
Sulfates, parabens, silicones
Who Is It For?
What Does It Help With?
Increases Brightness Reduces Hyperpigmentation Reduces Dark Spots Uneven Skin Tone Fine Lines Wrinkles Dullness And DiscolorationBudget
Affordable (under $30)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
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Key Information
What Nykaa E retail limited Says
Product Description:
Volamena L -Glutathione Gluta + Face Wash is a revolutionary formula which contains active molecules like L-glutathione, vitamin-B3, alpha arbutin, kakadu plum and licorice extract which increases brightness of the skin and reduces hyperpigmentation. It provides uniform skin tone by reducing the appearance of uneven areas and dark spots. L-glutathione is capable of preventing damage caused by reactive oxygen species such as free radicals. It diminishes dullness and reduces appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration that shows even skin tone and texture for younger-looking skin.
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Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
L-Glutathione,Vitamin-B3,Alpha-Arbutin,Kakadu-Plum,Licorice-Extract
Key Ingredients
L-Glutathione, Vitamin-B3, Alpha-Arbutin, Kakadu Plum, Licorice 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