Arctostaphylos uva ursi bearberry leaf extract

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Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi Bearberry Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG.
CAS #
84776-10-3
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Skin
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Uva ursi (bearberry) has been used in traditional European, Native American, and Asian medicine for centuries as a skin astringent and for treating hyperpigmentation. Historically employed in folk remedies for brightening the complexion and treating age spots.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Hyperpigmentation
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR