INCI name

MALPIGHIA EMARGINATA FRUIT EXTRACT

Acerola fruit extract

An extract of the ripe fruit of acerola.

What it is

Malpighia emarginata fruit extract is obtained from the ripe fruit of acerola (Malpighia emarginata). CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning and skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums, masks, shampoos and body care products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal how much vitamin C the extract contains, which depends on the raw material and the process.

Functions

Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (19)

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