The Mysa Serums
Effective ingredients + Innovative formula = great skincare!
Mysa’s Debut Serums: (from left to right) Retinol 2%, Vitamin C, & Alpha Arbutin
Alpha Arbutin - Nature’s dark spot eraser
What is Alpha Arbutin?
Alpha arbutin is a natural antioxidant and skin brightener found in the bearberry plant. It helps reduce melanin formation, improving the appearance of age spots, freckles, melasma, and post-inflammatory pigmentation. Alpha arbutin is a glycosylated hydroquinone molecule, a sugar molecule replacing one hydroxyl group on hydroquinone. Although hydroquinone is widely known for skin lightening, concerns exist about potential side effects like skin sensitization and pigmentation issues. Alpha arbutin serves as a more gentle alternative to hydroquinone, often referred to as "natural hydroquinone." Despite functioning similarly to hydroquinone, alpha arbutin causes less irritation and melanocytotoxicity. It does not pose a risk of exogenous ochronosis and has minimal chances of irritation and sensitization, making it a more tolerable choice than hydroquinone.
Melanocytotoxic chemicals are those that cause nongenetic melanocyte diseases. Melanocytes are the cells in our skin that produce melanin.
Exogenous ochronosis (EO) is a cutaneous disorder characterized by blue-black pigmentation resulting as a complication of long-term application of skin-lightening creams containing hydroquinone.
Mysa’s Alpha Arbutin serum
Vitamin C Serum - Ascorbic Acid Magic
What is Vitamin C serum?
Vitamin C facial serum is a skincare product formulated with high concentrations of ascorbic acid. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the skin from free radicals, which can cause premature aging and damage to the skin.
The chemical composition of Vitamin C is C6H8O6, with a molecular weight of 176.12 g/mol. It is a water-soluble compound that plays a crucial role in collagen synthesis, skin repair, and overall skin health.
When applied topically in the form of a serum, Vitamin C can help brighten the skin, reduce hyperpigmentation, and improve overall skin tone and texture. It also helps neutralize harmful free radicals, leading to a more youthful and radiant complexion.
Additionally, Vitamin C facial serum can be combined with other beneficial ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and antioxidants to enhance its effectiveness and provide additional skin benefits. It is important to note that Vitamin C can degrade when exposed to light, air, and heat, so storing the serum in a cool, dark place and using it within its recommended shelf life is crucial for optimal results.
Mysa’s 10% Vitamin C Serum
Retinol Serum - The Holy Grail
What is Retinol?
Retinol facial serum is a skincare product that contains retinol, a derivative of Vitamin A. Its chemical name is all-trans-retinol. Retinol is a powerful ingredient known for its ability to increase cell turnover, stimulate collagen production, and improve skin texture. This is what makes retinol “the holy grail” of topical skincare products.
When applied topically, retinol penetrates the skin and converts into retinoic acid, which interacts with skin cells to promote exfoliation and boost the production of new skin cells. This process helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation, leading to smoother and more even-toned skin.
Some benefits of using retinol facial serum include:
Reduction of fine lines and wrinkles: Retinol promotes collagen production, which helps to improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Even skin tone: Retinol can help fade dark spots, sun damage, and hyperpigmentation, resulting in a more even skin tone.
Improved texture: Regular use of retinol can help to smooth out rough skin texture and refine pores.
Anti-acne properties: Retinol has exfoliating properties that can help unclog pores and reduce acne breakouts.
It is important to note that retinol can make the skin more sensitive to sunlight, so it is recommended to use it at night and always wear sunscreen during the day when using retinol products. It is also advisable to start with a lower concentration and gradually increase to allow the skin to acclimate to the ingredient.
Mysa’s 2% Retinol serum