Skin Whitening

Skin color depends primarily on the amount of the pigment Melanin in the skin. The more Melanin, the darker the skin color. Sunlight stimulates the Melanin production and thus darkens the skin color.

Whitening Formulations

The most popular active ingredient in commercial whitening formulations is Hydroquinone, however Hydroquinone can result in undesirable side effects such as worsening of the dark pigmentation especially in dark skin. (See references below.)

ORIKI whitening serum is Hydroquinone free so it is a safer formulation to brighten, lighten and whiten your skin tone. It also fades the dark pigmentation in melasma, acne scars, etc.

The ORIKI Whitening natural active ingredients are Seaweed Extract, Vitamin C concentrate, Licorice Extract, Turmeric Extract. These ingredients are also natural antioxidants and thus help to maintain a young and healthy complexion.

*ORIKI products are manufactured in a certified laboratory in the USA.

ORIKI Whitening Regimen

• Apply ORIKI Whitening Serum twice a day after cleansing.
• Apply ORIKI Rejuvenating Cream at bedtime.
• Rejuvenating Cream enhances the whitening effect and promotes gentle exfoliation for a brighter, smoother, healthier appearance.

As always, it is also recommended to apply sunscreen and wear a hat when outdoors.

Full ingredient list:

• Water
• Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
• Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
• Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice ) Root Extract
• Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract
• Aromaphyte of Geranium,
• Tetrahydrocurcumin 95%
• Pentylene Glycol
• Xanthan Gum
• Carbomer
• Phenoxyethanol
• Caprylyl Glycol
• Sorbid Acid
• Triethanolamine

How does the ORIKI Whitening Serum work?

The four natural whitening ingredients inhibit the production of melanin in the melanocytes, the pigment-producing cells.

What differentiates the ORIKI Whitening Serum from others?

Our formulation consists of natural whitening and anti-oxidant ingredients that will penetrate deep into the skin where the pigment production takes place. This formulation also optimizes the synergistic whitening effects of the active ingredients.

I have Melasma, may I use the ORIKI Whitening Serum?

If you are using topical medications (such as Triluma), you should not use the ORIKI Whitening Serum until your condition improves. If your pigmentation worsens, consult your dermatologist before starting on the ORIKI Whitening Serum.

When you finish treatment with Triluma or other Melasma medication, the combination use of the ORIKI Whitening Serum, Rejuvenating Cream and Sunscreen is good maintenance therapy for residual Melasma.

May I use the ORIKI Whitening Serum and other whitening products?

No, It is not a good idea because you will never know which one really works for your skin.

How many times should the ORIKI Whitening Serum be used?

Twice a day, morning and night in conjunction with the Oriki Rejuvenating Cream at bedtime. Once you achieve the desired shade, use the Whitening Serum once a day and continue the Rejuvenating Cream at bedtime.

May the ORIKI Whitening Serum be used after microdermabrasion?

Yes, you may use the ORIKI Whitening Serum one week after microdermabrasion.

May the ORIKI Whitening Serum be used after Laser procedure?

Yes, after you skin heals completely. You should consult your dermatologist who performed the Laser. For Asian, Spanish skin types, we recommend ORIKI Whitening Serum one month before Laser treatment to prevent pigmentation from the Laser procedure.

Should I use ORIKI Nourishing Cream with the ORIKI Whitening Serum?

Yes, you should if your skin is dry. Apply the cream 10 minutes after the serum application.

References:

• Hydroquinone: Is The Cure Worse Than The Problem? (GCI Magazine, May 2009)
• “Hydroquinone has now been banned in Europe and in many other countries” (Wikipedia article on Skin whitening)