Coccinia Indica (Ivy Gourd) Fruit Extract
Tropical plant traditionally used for metabolic complaints.
Evidence by route
Topical application
Plant extract. Clinically meaningful effect on human skin is not supported by robust evidence; data limited to in vitro / lab models.
How to read tiers A–F
- CWeak evidence. In vitro data, open-label studies, or expert consensus
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Unknown
About this ingredient
Ivy Gourd Fruit Extract (Coccinia indica / Coccinia grandis) is a tropical cucurbit plant native to Southeast Asia and India. In Ayurveda and Indian medicine it is used for diabetes mellitus – systemically (oral), not topically. Where applied in cosmetics. Creams and serums claiming "rejuvenation" and "anti-aging" action, mature-skin products (0.1-1%). Found more often in niche natural cosmetics and Ayurvedic brands – Forest Essentials, Kama Ayurveda. Rare in mass-market Spanish pharmacy lines. Evidence base. Systemic Coccinia in type 2 diabetes was studied in several RCTs (Kuriyan 2008, 60 patients, 90 days) – small reduction in glycated hemoglobin and blood glucose. No clinical RCTs on topical extract. Marketing claims of "anti-aging" skin effect are unsupported. Safety. CIR has not made a separate assessment. ESCD does not list it as a frequent allergen. Irritation and sensitization are rare. Pregnancy and lactation – no topical-use data, risk considered low. With systemic high-dose use during pregnancy and lactation – use with caution.
Frequently asked questions
Is Coccinia Indica (Ivy Gourd) Fruit Extract safe during pregnancy?
Safety data for Coccinia Indica (Ivy Gourd) Fruit Extract during pregnancy is insufficient. Best avoided when in doubt.
What is Coccinia Indica (Ivy Gourd) Fruit Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
Tropical plant traditionally used for metabolic complaints.
What's the INCI name for Coccinia Indica (Ivy Gourd) Fruit Extract?
The INCI name is Coccinia Indica (Ivy Gourd) Fruit Extract. It may also appear as: Ivy Gourd Fruit Extract.
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