Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract
A passion fruit plant extract. It supports hydration and helps soften skin. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A 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
Passionfruit extract (INCI: Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract) is a botanical ingredient sourced from the pulp of passion fruit. In formulas it brings sugars, organic acids and some antioxidant activity, and it mostly acts as a supporting humectant and a plant-derived accent of the composition. On efficacy, let's be honest: this is a supporting component, not a treatment active. It improves the feeling of hydration and softness in the short term, but solid clinical evidence for deeper effects is thin. It works inside a complete formula rather than as the lead. In topical use systemic absorption is minimal, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding without any foreseeable concern. Tolerance is good: both irritation and allergy potential are low, making it suitable for sensitive skin. As with any plant extract, someone already sensitised to the fruit could react, but most people get no trouble at all.
Frequently asked questions
Is Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract safe during pregnancy?
Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract for?
Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
A passion fruit plant extract.
What's the INCI name for Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract?
The INCI name is Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract. It may also appear as: Passion Fruit Extract.
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