4-Hexylresorcinol

When it comes to skin lightening and pigment correction, 4-Hexylrescorcinol is the most studied and well-known alkylresorcinol, with history of use in
the food and pharmaceutical industries for over 80 years. It is often used for the safe and effective anti-browning agent for shrimp and fresh cut fruits.
Like many other skin lightening agents, 4-Hexylresorcinol inhibits melanin production.