What it is
Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract is obtained from the thick rind of the mangosteen fruit, which is naturally rich in xanthones and other polyphenols. In skincare and sunscreens it is used as an antioxidant-supporting and conditioning botanical, not as a UV filter. It is generally incorporated at low levels.
Safety & warnings
Typically well tolerated at cosmetic concentrations. As a polyphenol-rich botanical, it may rarely cause sensitivity in predisposed individuals, and the finished formula's fragrance and preservative system also influences overall tolerability.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; derived from the peel of the mangosteen fruit (Garcinia mangostana), usually as a water or glycol extract.
Questions everyone asks
What part of the mangosteen is used?
This extract comes from the fruit's rind or peel, which is the part richest in xanthone polyphenols.
Is mangosteen extract a sunscreen filter?
No. It is an antioxidant-style conditioning botanical and does not provide UV protection on its own.