BRIGHTENING

Brightening ingredients are used by cosmetic brands to reduce hyperpigmentation and improve overall skin radiance in targeted skincare products. When sourcing brightening actives, brands should focus on proven efficacy, skin tolerance, and formulation stability to ensure consistent performance and regulatory compliance across global markets.

  • ZLEY® MecALA10%

    INCI: Thioctic Acid, HydroxypropylCyclodextrin
    Properties: Upon application, it releases active (R)-α-lipoic acid, delivering multi-action benefits including antioxidant detoxification, photoaging protection, whitening, and soothing repair.
    Appearance: Light yellow to yellow powder
    Recommended dosage: 0.5-2.2%
    Solubility: Water-dispersible / Soluble in oils
  • ZLEY®4HR

    INCI: Hexylresorcinol
    Properties: Great efficiency of in anti-ROS and DPPH scavenging. Inhibits the NF-κB signaling pathway and the enzyme tyrosinase.
    Appearance: White or off-white powder
    Recommended dosage: 0.1-1.0%
    Solubility: Soluble in alcohol
  • ZLEY®AF-ARGININE FERULATE

    INCI: Arginine Ferulate
    Properties: Salt complex of L-Arginine and Ferulic Acid; powerful antioxidant; anti-aging; anti-inflammatory; protects against UV-induced damage; improves skin microcirculation; brightening; soothing
    Appearance: White or off-white crystalline powder
    Recommended dosage: 0.1-1.0%
    Solubility: Soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol
  • ZLEY®BAKUCHIOL

    INCI: Bakuchiol
    Properties: ZLEY® BAKUCHIOL is a plant-derived, gentle retinol alternative that delivers anti-wrinkle, antioxidant, and brightening benefits, making it suitable for anti-aging skincare formulations even for sensitive skin.
    Appearance: Light red oily liquid.
    Recommended dosage: 0.5% – 2%
    Solubility:  Oil-soluble; compatible with oils, esters, and lipid-based cosmetic systems.
  • ZLEY®BRC

    INCI: 4-Butylreorcinol
    Properties: The derivative of resorcinol , inhibition of tyrosinase activity and melanin oxidation. Promotion of metabolism and tyrosinase degradation.
    Appearance: White or off-white powder
    Recommended dosage: 0.1-2.2%
    Solubility: Soluble in oil, soluble in alcohol
  • ZLEY®BRC-WS

    INCI: 4-Butylreorcinol, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Sodium Bisulfite, Water
    Properties: INNOVATIVE TONE-UP POWER
    Patented technology to give BRC more effective application in various formulations. Radiance-boosting, high efficiency of tyrosinase degradation. No phototoxicity and skin allergy reaction.
    Appearance: Colorless or light yellow transparent liquid
    Recommended dosage: 1.0-8.0%
    Solubility: Soluble in water
  • ZLEY®CREALUMEN

    INCI: 1-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide, Azelamide MEA, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Niacinamide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
    Properties: Inhibits 5α-reductase and the production of tyrosinase, lightens and balances skin tone.
    Appearance: White or off-white powder
    Recommended dosage: 1.0-3.5%
    Solubility: Soluble in water
  • ZLEY®CREALUMEN-PRO

    INCI: 1-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Gluconolactone, Calcium Pantothenate, Arginine Ferulate, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
    Properties: Inhibits the production of tyrosinase, lightens and balances the skin tone.
    Appearance: White or off-white powder
    Recommended dosage:        0.5-3.3%
    Solubility: Soluble in water
  • ZLEY®EHF

    INCI: Ethylhexyl Ferulate
    Properties: Stable ferulic acid derivative; antioxidant; UV absorber; anti-aging; skin conditioning
    Appearance: Light yellow viscous liquid
    Recommended dosage: 0.1-2.5%
    Solubility: Soluble in oils and organic solvents; insoluble in water
  • ZLEY®MGA

    INCI: Menthone Glycerin Acetal
    Properties: Cooling agent, flavor enhancer, bitterness masker, non-comedogenic, safe for pregnant women
    Appearance: Colorless, transparent viscous liquid
    Recommended dosage: 0.01% – 1%
    Solubility: Soluble in alcohols and oils
  • ZLEY®MHI

    INCI: 1-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide
    Properties: Inhibits the production of enzyme tyrosinase.
    Appearance: White or off-white powder
    Recommended dosage: 0.05-5.0%
    Solubility: Soluble in water
  • ZLEY®PE701-COBURRHY

    INCI: Sparganium Stoloniferum Extract, Pentylene Glycol
    Properties: NATURAL SKIN BRIGHTENER
    The perfect ingredient to even out skin tone, brightening your skin in 3 steps from the inside out — with no risk of rebound hyperpigmentation.
    Appearance: Red brown liquid
    Recommended dosage: 0.1-1.0%
    Solubility: Soluble in alcohol

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