Vaccinium Myrtillus (bilberry) Fruit/Leaf Extract is a plant-derived ingredient rich in anthocyanins and polyphenols, used in skincare for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties. It may help protect skin against oxidative stress and is sometimes included for soothing or brightening claims.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Contact irritation | Rare | Mild redness or stinging possible in sensitive individuals. |
Allergic contact dermatitis | Rare | Botanical extracts can occasionally trigger sensitization. |
Temporary skin staining | Very rare | High-pigment anthocyanin content may rarely cause transient discoloration in some formulations. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.
Peer-reviewed papers on this ingredient, via PubMed.