Hexylresorcinol is a potent ingredient with antioxidant action and antibacterial properties, making it an ideal ingredient for oily skin, providing protection and balance to the complexion. Synthesized for cosmetic use, it has been shown to be four times more effective than hydroquinone, acting at multiple points in the melanogenesis pathway to reduce hyperpigmentation and even out skin tone. Additionally, hexylresorcinol enhances glutathione levels, a powerful natural antioxidant, and stimulates defensive enzymes such as glutathione peroxidase and glutathione reductase, which protect cells from oxidative damage and DNA harm.
