What it is
Ziziphus jujuba fruit extract is obtained from the fruit of the jujube tree, also known as the Chinese date, which is widely cultivated in East Asia. The fruit is rich in sugars, polysaccharides, and polyphenols, and the extract is used in skincare and sunscreen formulas for skin-conditioning, mild humectant, and antioxidant purposes. It is a common botanical in Korean and Japanese formulations.
Safety & warnings
As a fruit extract it is generally well tolerated at the low levels used in cosmetics. It is not a recognized standardized fragrance allergen, though botanical extracts can occasionally cause sensitivity in reactive individuals. Tolerability depends on the extraction solvent and the finished formula.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, plant-derived. It is prepared from the fruit of Ziziphus jujuba, the jujube or Chinese date tree.
Questions everyone asks
What is jujube fruit extract?
It is a botanical extract from the fruit of Ziziphus jujuba, the jujube or Chinese date tree.
What role does it play in skincare?
It serves as a skin-conditioning and antioxidant botanical and can contribute mild humectant character from its sugars and polysaccharides.