What it is
This ingredient is derived from the peel (rind) of the pomegranate fruit, Punica granatum. It is used in skincare and sun-care products as a skin-conditioning botanical and is valued for the polyphenols and tannins concentrated in pomegranate peel, which contribute antioxidant properties. It is typically used as a supporting ingredient rather than a primary active.
Safety & warnings
Pomegranate peel extract is generally well tolerated at cosmetic use levels. As with other tannin-containing botanicals, sensitive individuals may rarely experience irritation, so patch testing is reasonable for very reactive skin.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, plant-derived. It is obtained by extracting the peel of pomegranate fruit, often the by-product portion left after the seeds and juice are removed.
Questions everyone asks
What part of the pomegranate is this from?
It is extracted from the peel or rind of the pomegranate fruit, which is rich in polyphenols.
What does pomegranate peel extract do?
It serves as a conditioning botanical and supplies naturally occurring antioxidant compounds; it does not provide UV protection.