Skin Conditioning
ARCTOSTAPHYLOS VISCIDA LEAF EXTRACT
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
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 CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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