What it is
Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract is obtained from the fruit of the tropical guava tree and is naturally rich in vitamin C and polyphenols. In cosmetic formulas it functions mainly as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent, contributing to the sensory and marketing positioning of a product rather than to its measured sun protection. It is typically included at low concentrations as part of a botanical blend.
Safety & warnings
Botanical fruit extracts are generally well tolerated at the low levels used in cosmetics, though any plant-derived material can occasionally provoke sensitivity in predisposed individuals. The extract itself is not a recognized fragrance allergen, but finished products may also contain added fragrance.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; derived from the fruit of Psidium guajava, a tropical tree cultivated widely in Latin America and Asia.
Questions everyone asks
Does guava extract provide sun protection?
No. It is included as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning botanical, not as a UV filter; the sunscreen's protection comes from its approved filters.
Is guava fruit extract a natural ingredient?
Yes. It is derived from the fruit of the guava plant and is valued for its naturally occurring antioxidants such as vitamin C and polyphenols.