What it is
Aristotelia Chilensis Fruit Extract is obtained from maqui, a dark purple berry native to South America that is rich in anthocyanins and other polyphenols. In cosmetics it is valued as an antioxidant and conditioning botanical and is often included to complement the protective intent of a formula. It typically appears at low levels in the water phase.
Safety & warnings
Maqui fruit extract is generally well tolerated at cosmetic levels. As with any polyphenol-rich botanical, very sensitive skin can occasionally react; it is not associated with comedogenicity.
Origin & sourcing
Plant-derived, prepared from the fruit of Aristotelia chilensis (maqui), a shrub native to Chile and neighboring regions of South America.
Questions everyone asks
What is maqui berry extract?
It is an extract from the South American maqui berry, used as an antioxidant and conditioning botanical in skincare.
Is it a sunscreen ingredient?
No. It is an antioxidant botanical and does not provide measured sun protection.