What it is
This extract is obtained from the fruit of Vitis vinifera, the common grape vine. Grapes are a source of polyphenols and other antioxidant compounds, and the extract is used in cosmetics for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties. In sunscreens it serves as a supportive botanical alongside the UV filters.
Safety & warnings
Grape fruit extract is generally well tolerated in cosmetic use. As with other botanical extracts, sensitivity is possible in reaction-prone individuals, and the composition can vary with source and processing. It is not a recognized fragrance allergen and is not a comedogenic oil.
Origin & sourcing
Natural. It is derived from the fruit of the grape vine (Vitis vinifera).
Questions everyone asks
Is this grapefruit extract?
No. Despite the name, this is extract of the common grape (Vitis vinifera) fruit, not the citrus grapefruit.
What is it used for in skincare?
It is used mainly as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning botanical, drawing on the polyphenols found in grapes.