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Skin Conditioning

ARCTOSTAPHYLOS VISCIDA LEAF EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Whiteleaf manzanita leaf extract — an Ericaceae botanical related to bearberry (uva-ursi), rich in arbutin-style polyphenols used for tone-evening and antioxidant care. Generally tolerated.

Function

HUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Arbutin-family pigment-evening polyphenols
  • Astringent skin-conditioning
  • Antioxidant tannin profile

Known concerns

  • Hydroquinone-related arbutin metabolites — keep concentrations moderate
  • Limited cosmetic dossier on this exact species

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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