Monobenzone, also known as 4-(Benzyloxy)phenol and monobenzyl ether of hydroquinone (MBEH), is an organic chemical in the phenol family with the formula C6H5CH2OC6H4OH. [1][2] It is used as a topical remedy for medical depigmentation. [3] It is a colorless solid classified as the monobenzyl ether of
Monobenzone is used as a topical freckle agent to treat hyperpigmentation, such as various pigmentation spots, age spots, melanoma, etc., with obvious effects.
Monobenzone is a white crystalline powder soluble in alcohol,used to treat uneven skin tone.It is an organic chemical,also known as 4-(benzyloxy)phenol (MBEH), which is a monobenzyl ether of hydroquinone.