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Skin Conditioning

ARBUTIN

CAS 497-76-7
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Arbutin — a natural skin-brightener from bearberry. Inhibits the tyrosinase enzyme to fade dark spots and post-inflammatory pigmentation. EU-reviewed and capped at safe levels.

Skin benefits

  • Plant-derived tyrosinase inhibitor
  • Brightens dark spots and PIH
  • Found in bearberry leaves
  • Gentler than hydroquinone

Known concerns

  • Slowly releases hydroquinone in skin (regulated below safe thresholds)
  • SCCS limits to 7% face creams, 2% body
  • Less stable than alpha-arbutin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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