Bearberry Extract Cosmetic Additives Plant Extract 98% Ursolic Acid Ursi Extract Bearberry Leaf Extract for Skin Care Factory Supply 25~98% Arbutin Powder

Bearberry Extract  

Latin Name: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (L.) Spreng.

Chinese Name: Xiong Guo/熊果

Family: Ericaceae

Part of the Plant Used: Fruit/Leaf (Dried, 100% Natural)

Active Ingredients: Ursolic Acid, Arbutin

Product Introduction

Bearberry extract is derived from the leaves of the bearberry plant. Its main active components are arbutin and ursolic acid, and it offers several benefits such as skin lightening, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial effects. Bearberry extract is primarily obtained from the dried leaves of the bearberry plant (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi), which belongs to the Ericaceae family. Its key active ingredients include: Arbutin: Helps reduce the production of melanin by inhibiting the activity of tyrosinase in the skin, leading to skin lightening and fading dark spots. Ursolic acid: May help protect against certain cancer-causing substances and can slow the growth of malignant tumor cells. Other components: Including polyphenols, tannins, and flavonoids, which provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial benefits.

Physiological Functions

1. Arbutin:

1)Diuretic Activity: Downregulates aldosterone synthase gene (CYP11B2), promoting diuresis with a favorable safety profile .
2)Anti-inflammatory Activity: Alleviates intestinal colitis by regulating neutrophil extracellular traps formation .
3)Antioxidant Activity: Protects human dermal fibroblasts from UV-induced oxidative damage .

2. Ursolic Acid:

1)Anti-inflammatory Activity: Regulates macrophage function and modulates inflammatory responses .
2)Antioxidant Activity: Eliminates UV-induced damages in human dermal fibroblast cells .
3)Antimicrobial Activity: Inhibits various pathogenic bacteria with broad-spectrum effects .

Applications

1.Arbutin:

1)Skin Lightening Cosmetics: Inhibits tyrosinase activity, reducing melanin synthesis for whitening products .
2)Urinary Health Supplements: Supports healthy urinary function with diuretic and saluretic properties .
3) Anti-aging Skincare: Protects skin cells from UV-induced damage and oxidative stress .

2.Ursolic Acid:

1) Anti-inflammatory Supplements: Modulates immune responses for inflammatory conditions .
2) Antimicrobial Formulations: Exhibits antibacterial and antibiofilm activity against pathogens .
3) Cosmetic Ingredients: Enhances collagen production and protects against skin aging.

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