Acerola Fruit Extract
INCI: Malpighia emarginata, Barbados cherry, acerola cherry
Also known as: Malpighia emarginata, Barbados cherry, acerola cherry
A fruit extract also known as Malpighia emarginata Potent source of antioxidants that helps protect skin from external agents
Best For Skin Types
All skin types
Usage Frequency
As directed on product packaging
EWG Safety Score
What Is Acerola Fruit Extract?
Acerola fruit extract (also known as Malpighia emarginata) is a potent source of antioxidants and hydrating polysaccharides, some of which have been shown to protect fibroblasts in skin from suffering oxidative damage, which in turn leads to younger-looking skin.
The fruit is rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, several polyphenols (all working as antioxidants), and the B vitamin folate.
The yellow- to red-toned ripe acerola fruit can also prevent lipids such as our skin’s oil from free radical damage. It’s truly a multi-faceted antioxidant plant extract that can benefit all skin types and is also a proven “superfood” ingredient that has been shown to benefit skin when consumed orally, largely due to its ability to reduce inflammation.
Benefits for Your Skin
How It Works
Clinical Evidence & References
- Journal of AOAC International, September 2018, pages 1,461-1,465
- International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, January 2018, pages 473-480
- Exotic Fruits Reference Guide, Academic Press, 2018, pages 7-14
- Food & Function, September 2017, pages 3,250-3,258
- The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, April 2016, pages 25-32
- Lipids in Health and Disease February 2014 ePublication
Published Research
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Acerola cherry: Vitamin C content and antioxidant properties J Agric Food Chem, 2004
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