Uva Ursi Leaf Cut

Uva ursi is a trailing evergreen shrub that produces red berries and flourishes in alpine forests in many regions. Uva Ursi contains chemicals, primarily hydroquinone and hydroquinone derivatives. The hydroquinone derivative, arbutin, is the chief active compound in uva ursi. It is absorbed in the stomach and converted into a substance with antimicrobial, astringent, and disinfectant properties. Uva Ursi also contains diuretic chemicals, including ursolic acid, powerful astringents, and a chemical that helps promote the growth of healthy new cells, allatoin.