So I'm not sure what all you'd like to know- I can post some before and after pictures of the various compounds that we used- HQ, Kojic Acid, beta-arbutin, etc., in our tests of deoxyArbutin (dA for short). Let me go look for your posts- We originally developed this to use on burned children for hyperpigmentation following skin graft surgery.
Below is the post on the deoxyArbutin thread with my questions.
Welcome to the forum Madelong - what an accomplishment and discovery (re: deoxyArbutin). Congrats to you!
I would like to know ( and perhaps forum members would also):
1. How deoxyArbutin (dA) compares to Hydroquinone (HQ), in terms of potency, effectiveness
2. Compared to Kojic Acid?
3. Difference between Alpha Arbutin (aA) and dA?
4. Can it be used or effective for lightening of of all skin types (all Fitz levels) or only a particular type?
5.How does it interact with Retin A?
6.What actives/products can dA be combined with?
7.Best compound recipe/ active to mix with dA for maximum lightening
8.Warnings/cautions/what not to dos/how not to use, etc.
9. Any other info you think is important/relevant for skin lightening
I apologize in advance for all of the questions, but I'm sure you can appreciate the fact that it is EXTREMELY RARE to be able to interact with a scientist such as yourself.
Thank you in advance and welcome again