Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Eggplant fruit extract – a source of nasunin and chlorogenic acid. Antioxidant action. Pregnancy-safe.
Evidence by route
Topical application
Antioxidant with weak evidence.
- Noda Y et al. Antioxidant activity of nasunin. Toxicology 2000. PMID 10962130
How to read tiers A–F
- DNo data, or very weak or conflicting data
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Eggplant Fruit Extract (Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract) is derived from common eggplant Solanum melongena fruit. Contains nasunin (a purple-skinned anthocyanin), chlorogenic acid, ascorbic acid, nicotinamide, minerals. Mechanism. Nasunin is a powerful antioxidant that protects lipid cell membranes from oxidative stress. In vitro it suppresses UV-induced radicals and theoretically slows photoaging. Chlorogenic acid provides extra antioxidant action. Some studies explore the anti-tumor potential of nasunin – but those are oral studies, not relevant to cosmetics. Where applied. Antioxidant serums and creams, anti-photoaging products, niche 'vegetable antioxidants' lines. In Spain it's rare, mostly in niche natural brands and Asian lines. Evidence base. No direct clinical RCTs on topical use. The antioxidant evidence base for nasunin rests on in vitro data and oral studies. Topical skin effect in patients not confirmed. Safety. CIR has not issued a direct evaluation. By the plant extract profile – low irritation and allergy risk. Rare reactions possible in patients allergic to Solanaceae family (tomato, potato, pepper). Pregnancy and lactation – safe at standard cosmetic concentrations. Best suited to: antioxidant defense within a multi-component formula. Not a primary active – a marketing ingredient with a limited evidence base.
Frequently asked questions
Is Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract safe during pregnancy?
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract for?
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
Eggplant fruit extract – a source of nasunin and chlorogenic acid.
Is Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract comedogenic?
On the Fulton scale 0/5 – non-comedogenic. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
What's the INCI name for Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract?
The INCI name is Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract. It may also appear as: Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Eggplant Extract, Eggplant Fruit Extract.
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