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GfN Selco Butyl Resorcinol

Compared to other skin lighteners, it is much more effective and offers good stability in cosmetic formulations. Alkylresorcinols are widespread in nature and are found in wheat, rye and other cereals. Our butylresorcinol is chemically derived. Due to its structure, it has excellent bioavailability and is effective as a skin lightener that also gives an even tone to the skin. It can also be used for age spots and other hyperpigmentation.

INCI Name: 4-Butylresorcinol

Ingredient Origin: Synthetic

Functions: Brightening Agent, Lightening Agent

Labeling Claims: Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Age & Dark Spot Reduction, Cost Effective, Even Skin Tone, Improved Stability, Reduces Hyperpigmentation, Skin Lightening, Skin Whitening

Synonyms: Rucinol (TN)

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
18979-61-8

Features & Benefits

Cosmetic Benefits
  • synthetic production process to obtain Butyl Resorcinol
  • very effective skin whitening active for reduction of age spots
  • inhibits tyrosinase and peroxidase
  • inhibits melanin production

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Skin Care Applications
Use Level
0.1 - 2.0 %

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White to Beige or Pink Powder or crystals
Soluble in
Organic Solvents, Water Poorly