[Synonym]: Beta-arbutin;Arbutosie; arbutine; Ursin; Uresol

[Chemical name]: Hydroquinone-β-D-glucopyranoside; 4-hydroxyphenyl-beta-D-glucopyranoside

[CTFA name]: Arbutus extract

[Appearance]:  White crystalline powder

[Assay]: HPLC

[Purity]: >98%

[Molecule formula]: C₁₂H₁₆O₇

[Molecule weight]:  272.25

Function:

       1. Arbutin can protect the skin against damage caused by free radicals, Arbutin is a skin 

           whitening agent which is very popular in Japan and Asian countries for skin de-pigmentation,

       2. Arbutin inhibits the formation of melanin pigment by inhibiting Tyrosinase activity.

       3. Arbutin is a natural double action whitening agent. It's new type of skin de-pigmentation 

           and whitening agents.

       4. Arbutin used in cosmetic industry:

       5. Arbutin protect the skin against damage caused by free radicals, Arbutin is a skin whitening 

           agent which is very popular in Japan and Asian countries for skin de-pigmentation, Arbutin 

           inhibits the formation of melanin pigment by inhibiting Tyrosinase activity.

       6. Arbutin in medical use: Back in the 18th century, Arbutin was first used in medical areas as 

           an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agent.

       7. Arbutin was used particularly for cystitis, urethritis and pyelitis. These uses still until today 

           where natural medicine uses only natural ingredients to treat any disease.