#116) Is arbutin a good hydroquinone alternative? | Chemist Confessions Podcast

This is a bit overdue! Arbutin is a hyperpigmentation active with a reputation as a hydroquinone alternative. So today we’re tackling all the major questions around arbutin: Does it convert to hydroquinone on skin? Is it even a good hyperpigmentation active? Timestamps: 1:15 | What is Arbutin? Does it convert to hydroquinone on skin? 7:25 | Is arbutin actually helpful? How does it stack up against hydroquinone? 18:10 | Animal Fun Fact: Aye-Ayes! 21:45 | How to Shop for Arbutin: Inkey List vs. Naturium vs. the Ordinary Product Shoutout: Gold Standard Exfoliation Treatment with 30% Glycolic Acid and 5% Tranexamic Acid https://chemistconfessions.com/products/gold-standard-exfoliation-treatment Enrichment Content: Are $$$ Hyperpigmentation Products Worth it? https://chemistconfessions.com/podcasts/are-luxury-hyperpigmentation-products-worth-it-cc-s4e28 Hyperpigmentation: Routine Guide & Shopping Tips https://chemistconfessions.com/blogs/hyperpigmentation-pt-2-routine-guide-and-shopping-tips Follow us: IG: https://www.instagram.com/chemist.confessions/ INTERWEB: https://chemistconfessions.com/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@chemistconfessions?lang=en Skincare questions for the podcast? Leave your question in the comments and it could be featured in our next episode! #chemistconfessions #skincarescience #chemistconfessionspodcast #skincarehack