What it is
Malus Domestica Fruit Extract is obtained from the fruit of the common apple. It naturally contains sugars, organic acids, and polyphenols, and in cosmetics it is used to help condition skin and contribute mild humectant and antioxidant properties. It is a common minor botanical in soothing and tone-up sunscreen formulas.
Safety & warnings
Generally well tolerated at cosmetic use levels. As a fruit extract it may contain trace acids and sugars; sensitive individuals occasionally react to botanicals. It is not a recognized fragrance allergen and is not considered comedogenic.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; extracted from the fruit of the cultivated apple tree (Malus domestica).
Questions everyone asks
What does apple fruit extract do in a sunscreen?
It serves as a skin-conditioning and mild humectant ingredient and contributes natural antioxidant compounds.
Does apple extract have any sun-protection effect?
No. It is a botanical additive and does not function as a UV filter.