Alpha-Arbutin
Skin-conditioning glycoside
1. INCI & CAS
INCI: Alpha-Arbutin · CAS: 84380-01-8
2. Role in the formula
Alpha-Arbutin is listed as a tone-care ingredient in this development reference. The recorded formula also lists Panthenol and Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate. Assess tone-care claims against evidence for the final formula.
3. Typical use levels (formulation guide)
- This entry shows a reference allocation of 0.5% w/w.
Dissolve in water. Prefer mildly acid to neutral pH and limit prolonged high heat.
4. Regulatory sources & global compliance
- Read this as formulation guidance for development; neither the supplied ingredient grade nor the final product is approved by it; This development information is not a product approval.
5. Safety & risk assessment
This entry provides guidance for cosmetic use only; no drug approval or OTC-monograph status follows from this guide so assess patch response and stability in the final formula.
6. Stability & packaging
Maintain cool, closed, light-protected storage for the bulk material; select packaging with the formula's oxidation sensitivity in mind; confirm compatibility and stability using the selected formula and pack.
7. Claims language (Do / Don’t)
- The cosmetic role of Alpha-Arbutin is presented as alpha-arbutin tone-care.
- This cosmetic guide does not support claims of drug action or cure, or a product certification outside the supporting records.
- The information about Alpha-Arbutin does not confirm a whitening effect, acne treatment, perspiration control, sun protection, or hair growth.










































