Alpha arbutin lightens the skin tone and makes it look healthy and radiant by fading discoloration caused by inflammation and environmental stress. This includes sunspots, age spots, acne scars, and melasma. It acts as a natural blending foundation for the skin.

Alpha arbutin is said to work well when it comes to fading the red-purple acne scars caused by acne. However, there is no scientific evidence to prove the same.

Alpha arbutin helps improve an uneven complexion by inhibiting the production of tyrosinase. This, in turn, fades hyperpigmentation. This eventually leads to a more even skin tone. It also addresses sugar-induced skin sallowness (yellowness) and loss of elasticity