(HYLOCEREUS UNDATUS/ACTINIDIA CHINENSIS) PEEL EXTRACT
Antioxidant
Good
About (HYLOCEREUS UNDATUS/ACTINIDIA CHINENSIS) PEEL EXTRACT
A fruit peel extract combining dragon fruit and kiwi with antioxidant properties, representing a relatively safe cosmetic ingredient with beneficial bioactive compounds.
Detailed Analysis
(Hylocereus undatus/Actinidia chinensis) peel extract combines peels from two edible fruits rich in polyphenols, vitamin C, flavonoids, and carotenoids. Both component plants have extensive histories of safe oral consumption. Kiwi peel in particular contains high levels of antioxidants including vitamin C, polyphenols, and folate. Limited data specifically addresses the safety of these extracts in topical cosmetic formulations, but the individual components are well-tolerated. No EU CosIng restrictions or concentration limits apply.
What It Does
Skin Benefits
- ✓ High antioxidant content from polyphenols and vitamin C
- ✓ Flavonoids and carotenoids support skin anti-aging
- ✓ Kiwi peel contains folate and vitamin E
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Limited specific cosmetic safety studies for topical use
- ⚠ Kiwi contains actinidin, a proteolytic enzyme that may irritate broken skin
- ⚠ No EU CosIng restrictions established
Safety Score
Good
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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