{"product_id":"bearberry-brown-liquid-extract-arctostaphylos-uva-ursi-cosmetic-grade","title":"Bearberry Brown Liquid Extract — Arctostaphylos uva-ursi — Cosmetic Grade","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBearberry Brown Liquid Extract — \u003cem\u003eArctostaphylos uva-ursi\u003c\/em\u003e — Cosmetic Grade\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBearberry (\u003cem\u003eArctostaphylos uva-ursi\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most potent and well-researched botanical brightening actives in modern cosmetic science. Its primary bioactive compound, arbutin — a naturally occurring glycoside of hydroquinone — is a gold-standard tyrosinase inhibitor widely used in professional brightening and hyperpigmentation formulations. This brown liquid extract delivers the key bioactive compounds of \u003cem\u003eArctostaphylos uva-ursi\u003c\/em\u003e — including arbutin, hydroquinone (trace), tannins, and flavonoids — in a ready-to-use, water-soluble form for direct incorporation into the water phase of brightening serums, toners, spot treatments, and complexion-evening formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProfessional cosmetic ingredient — not a finished product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTyrosinase inhibition \u0026amp; brightening\u003c\/strong\u003e — arbutin is a clinically validated tyrosinase inhibitor; reduces melanin synthesis and targets dark spots, uneven skin tone, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyperpigmentation support\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most effective natural alternatives to hydroquinone; suitable for brightening serums, spot treatments, and complexion-evening formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — tannins and flavonoids neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress-driven skin aging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-inflammatory \u0026amp; soothing\u003c\/strong\u003e — reduces pro-inflammatory mediators; calms redness and irritation in sensitive and reactive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial activity\u003c\/strong\u003e — tannins contribute to antimicrobial properties; supports acne-prone skin formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSynergistic brightening\u003c\/strong\u003e — pairs exceptionally well with Vitamin C, Niacinamide, and other tyrosinase inhibitors for enhanced brightening efficacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add directly to the water phase or at cool-down (below 40°C) to preserve heat-sensitive arbutin and flavonoids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–10% in finished formulations (2–5% most common for brightening serums and toners)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water-soluble; incorporate in the water phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add at cool-down (below 40°C) preferred; avoid prolonged high heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH \u0026amp; shelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refer to your supplier's Certificate of Analysis (CoA) or Technical Data Sheet (TDS) for confirmed values\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFormulation Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArctostaphylos Uva Ursi Leaf Extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eArctostaphylos uva-ursi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearberry, Uva Ursi, Kinnikinnick\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Actives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArbutin, Tannins, Flavonoids, Gallic Acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrown liquid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-soluble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–10% (2–5% typical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation Phase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater phase or cool-down (below 40°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH \u0026amp; 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