What it is
Punica granatum fruit extract is obtained from the fruit of the pomegranate and is rich in polyphenols such as ellagic acid and other tannins. These constituents give it antioxidant properties that help limit oxidative stress from environmental exposure, and the extract also conditions and helps soften the skin. In sunscreens it is typically a supporting botanical added for its antioxidant and conditioning benefits rather than for UV protection.
Safety & warnings
Pomegranate fruit extract is generally well tolerated in cosmetics. As with any botanical extract, sensitive individuals can occasionally react, and the actual profile depends on the solvent and concentration in a given formula. It is not classified among the label-declarable fragrance allergens.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; extracted from the fruit of the pomegranate plant (Punica granatum).
Questions everyone asks
Why is pomegranate extract added to sunscreen?
It supplies antioxidant polyphenols that help defend skin against oxidative stress and conditions the skin, complementing the UV filters rather than replacing them.
Does pomegranate extract block UV rays?
No. It is an antioxidant and conditioning botanical and does not provide measurable sun protection on its own.