Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract
A kiwi fruit extract with vitamin C and acids. It supports antioxidant defense and even tone. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
An antioxidant plant extract. Safe.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Kiwi fruit extract (INCI: Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract) comes from kiwi pulp and contains vitamin C, mild fruit acids and other antioxidant compounds. In cosmetics it is added to serums and creams with an antioxidant and tone-brightening focus. As an active it is a supporting component. The fruit's vitamin C is present in low, fairly unstable amounts compared with pure ascorbic forms, so the extract adds to a formula's antioxidant defense without matching a dedicated active. Useful as a complement, not as the lead piece. Applied topically it has no meaningful systemic absorption, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tolerance is good, with low irritation and allergy risk. Because of the fruit acids, very reactive skin might feel a slight tingle at high concentrations; in most cosmetic formulas it causes no discomfort.
Frequently asked questions
Is Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract safe during pregnancy?
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract for?
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
A kiwi fruit extract with vitamin C and acids.
What's the INCI name for Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract?
The INCI name is Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract. It may also appear as: Kiwi Fruit Extract.
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