Dihydroxyacetone is a water-soluble sugar used as the active ingredient in most self-tanning products. It may be used alone, or in combination with other actives such as erythrulose to provide rich tan color to the skin.
Hydroquinone is used as a skin lightener. By inhibiting melanin production, it effectively helps to balance skin tones; fading brown spots caused by sun exposure, aging, and cutaneous hyperpigmentation.
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