An extract of guarana fruits, used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Paullinia cupana fruit extract is an extract of the fruits of guarana, Paullinia cupana, a climbing plant native to the Amazon basin, of the soapberry family (Sapindaceae). CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.
Where it is used
Found in creams, body care products and hair 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 the extraction method or solvent, or the caffeine content of the extract.
Functions
- 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.