Kojic acid has anti-aging effects, lightens dark spots, treats melasma, and decreases the appearance of scars. It minimizes the recurrence of discoloration and stubborn brown patches. With continued use, it treats hyperpigmentation.while Alpha arbutin works wonders towards fading effects of hyperpigmentation like age spots, acne marks, and melasma. It also prevents recurrence of skin discoloration even after a sunburn, by blocking tyrosine. Alpha arbutin is also very gentle and safe for all skin types