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Can you use Alpha Arbutin with Zinc PCA?

Safe to mix

Yes, it is safe.

There is no known chemical conflict between Alpha Arbutin and Zinc PCA, and neither makes the other less effective.

How to use them

Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Alpha Arbutin first, then Zinc PCA, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.

  1. 1
    CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
  2. 2
    Alpha Arbutin1% – 2%, wait about 1 minute
  3. 3
    Zinc PCA1%
  4. 4
    Moisturiserseal everything in

What Alpha Arbutin does

A skin-friendly relative of hydroquinone that slows melanin production. It fades dark spots and tanning gradually with very little irritation.

Typical strength
1% – 2%
When
AM/PM
Irritation
Best for
Normal, Oily, Combination, Dry And Sensitive skin

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What Zinc PCA does

Zinc salts help regulate sebum and have mild anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. That is why zinc so often appears next to niacinamide in oil-control serums.

Typical strength
1%
When
AM/PM
Irritation
Best for
Oily And Combination skin

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use Alpha Arbutin and Zinc PCA together?

Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Alpha Arbutin and Zinc PCA, and neither makes the other less effective.

Which goes first, Alpha Arbutin or Zinc PCA?

Apply Alpha Arbutin first, then Zinc PCA. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.

Should I use Alpha Arbutin in the morning or at night?

Alpha Arbutin: works morning or night. Apply twice daily before heavier serums and creams.

Should I use Zinc PCA in the morning or at night?

Zinc PCA: works morning or night. Use once or twice daily. It works best as part of a niacinamide or oil-control serum.

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