Arbutin/Bearberry Leaf Extract Powder Description

Arbutin/Bearberry Leaf Extract Powder is a white crystalline powder sourced from Arctostaphylos uva-ursi leaves. Its active compound, β-arbutin, suppresses tyrosinase activity to block melanin synthesis, effectively fading dark spots, sun damage, and melasma. With anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it is widely formulated into serums, creams, and functional supplements for safe, non-irritating hyperpigmentation correction.

Arbutin/Bearberry Leaf Extract Powder Specifications

Properties

*The above product information is based on theoretical data. For specific requirements and detailed inquiries, please contact us.

Arbutin/Bearberry Leaf Extract Powder Applications

• Cosmetics and Skincare: Conjugated into serums, creams, and spot correctors in strengths of 1%–7% to target hyperpigmentation, melasma, and post-inflammatory marks. β-Arbutin selectively inhibits tyrosinase with no risk of photosensitivity, in synergy with niacinamide or vitamin C for effective brightening. Products span anti-aging moisturizers, sunscreens with SPF boost, to removal of acne scars.
• Pharmaceuticals and Therapeutics: Used in local skin application for healing burns, relieving pain and inflammation, and for scar-free healing. Oral formulations are used to cure urinary tract infections by releasing hydroquinone, acting as an antimicrobial agent in anti-infectives used for the bladder.
• Functional Food and Supplements: Engineered into oral beauty supplements for systemic supplementation of antioxidants. Synergizes with glutathione to inhibit intrinsic melanogenesis pathways, increasing skin luminosity in 8–12 weeks of continuous use.
• Industrial and Research Applications: Employed as a stabilizer in color-developing photographic emulsions. In biomedical science, it serves as an inhibitor control for tyrosinase in the study of melanocyte behavior and depigmentation drug testing.

Arbutin/Bearberry Leaf Extract Powder FAQs

Q1. Will this brighten my whole face or dark spots only?
It is selective in targeting hyperpigmented areas through localization to melanin-enriched areas. For overall brightening, combine with full-face formulations having 2%–3% arbutin.
Q2. Can you use it with retinol or vitamin C?
Yes, but apply in layers. Arbutin first, wait 10 minutes, and then use low-concentration retinol (<0.3%) or stabilized vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid ≤10%). Do not combine in one preparation to prevent pH conflict.
Q3. Why did my hyperpigmentation get darker temporarily?
Transient "purging" is when trapped melanin surfaces. It resolves on its own in 2–3 weeks. Discontinue if longer than 4 weeks or with developing irritation.