Arbutin

Description: Arbutin (p-Arbutin)(beta-Arbutin) is a glycosylated hydroquinone extracted from the bearberry plant in the genus Arctostaphylos and can inhibit tyrosinase and thus prevent the formation of melanin. Target: Tyrosinase. Smiles: O([C@@H]1O[C@H](CO)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H]1O)C2=CC=C(O)C=C2. References: O'Donoghue, J L. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2006, 5(3): 196-203.