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Antioxidant

Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract

Often labeled as: Bilberry Extract

The natural source of Arbutin and antioxidants.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An extract from the Bilberry (a relative of the blueberry). It is naturally rich in arbutin (a melanin inhibitor) and resveratrol, making it a supreme brightening antioxidant.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Fades hyperpigmentation, protects against environmental stress, and soothes.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Often used alongside natural AHAs in brightening complexes.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It dyes the skin purple.

The Science

It absorbs completely clear despite the dark color of the berries.