Arbutin
INCI: ARBUTIN
CAS None EC 207-850-3
4-Hydroxyphenyl-beta-D-glucopyranoside
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
4-Hydroxyphenyl-beta-D-glucopyranoside
Purpose
Function
Skin-lightening and depigmenting agent through competitive inhibition of tyrosinase
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Restricted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
EU Max Concentration7%
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSadequate
NOAEL300 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Flags
EU Restricted
Verdict
Beta-arbutin is generally considered safe for cosmetic use as a skin-lightening agent at concentrations up to 7% in the EU.
US Note
CIR safety assessment report has been published for beta-arbutin and arbutin
Assessment
Ratings
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