Arbutin is a glycoside; a glycosylated hydroquinone extracted from the bearberry plant in the genus Arctostaphylos. It inhibits tyrosinase and thus prevents the formation of melanin. Arbutin is therefore used as a skin-lightening agent. Arbutin is found in wheat, and is concentrated in pear skins. It is also found in Bergenia crassifolia. ==Produc...
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<protein> A glycoside found in the bearberry and related plants which has been used to treat urinary-tract diseases. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...
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