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MALUS DOMESTICA FRUIT EXTRACT

Last update on Jul 3, 2025

Malus Domestica Fruit Extract is a protective and caring ingredient that is much loved by the clean beauty industry. Derived from apples, it has natural antioxidant properties that effectively fight free radicals and environmental stressors like UV radiation and pollution. In turn, it delays the aging process of the skin and keeps wrinkles at bay. This extract also has anti-inflammatory and moisturizing benefits. Apples have always been valued for their health benefits, however, with the rise in demand for plant-based ingredients in cosmetics, Malus Domestica Fruit Extract has taken the industry by storm. It is packed with beneficial compounds such as flavonoids, polyphenols, and vitamins that offer transformative benefits to skin and hair. It is also sometimes referred to as Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract or simply Apple Extract.

CAS Number: 85251-63-4Chem/IUPAC Name: Malus Domestica Fruit Extract EINECS/ELINCS No: COSING REF No: 83460

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GlowActive AHA

by Active Bioworks

INCI: LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT LYSATE | GLYCERIN | MALUS DOMESTICA FRUIT EXTRACT | ANANAS SATIVUS FRUIT EXTRACT | CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA FRUIT EXTRACT | PASSIFLORA EDULIS FRUIT EXTRACT
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Agen

by Chemyunion

INCI: CANOLA OIL | MALUS DOMESTICA FRUIT EXTRACT | ZINGIBER OFFICINALE EXTRACT
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Plant-Based Apple Exosome

by Grand Ingredients

INCI: MALUS DOMESTICA FRUIT EXTRACT | BUTYLENE GLYCOL | AQUA
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What is MALUS DOMESTICA FRUIT EXTRACT used for?

Malus Domestica Fruit Extract is primarily an antioxidant that protects the skin from damage caused by the sun and pollution. By fighting free radicals, it provides anti-aging benefits to the skin. Its flavonoid and vitamin C content helps maintain a youthful and radiant complexion. Common in hydrating formulations, Malus Domestica Fruit Extract is rich in sugars and humectants that keep the skin moisturized. It also has anti-inflammatory benefits that calm irritation, making it a good choice for sensitive or inflamed skin. In hair care, Malus Domestica Fruit Extract provides nourishment and promotes healthier shafts.

Origin

Malus Domestica Fruit Extract comes from apples (Malus domestica). When in season, the apples are first harvested, cleaned, and dried. They undergo a meticulous extraction process via cold pressing or solvent extraction to retain maximum benefits. The resulting extract is filtered and purified for use in cosmetics.

What does MALUS DOMESTICA FRUIT EXTRACT do in a formulation?

ANTIOXIDANT|
MOISTURISING|
HAIR CONDITIONING

Safety Profile

Malus Domestica Fruit Extract is a natural and safe ingredient. Side effects are rare and it is well-tolerated by most skin types. With a comedogenic rating of 1 on a scale of 0 to 5, it is also unlikely to clog pores or cause acne. However, patch testing is advisable when using the ingredient for the first time.

MALUS DOMESTICA FRUIT EXTRACT technical profile

PropertyValues

pH

3 - 5

Solubility

Soluble in water; insoluble in oil

Viscosity

Low to medium

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