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Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract

The Beauty & Personal Care Brand Builder Series

Ingredient Deep Dive

Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract

The Starfruit Extract

Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract is a naturally derived extract of the starfruit, the star-shaped tropical fruit rich in vitamin C.

Rich in vitamin C, antioxidants and naturally occurring fruit acids, it is used to help refresh, brighten the look of and antioxidant-protect the skin, bringing a vibrant, fruit-forward story to a formula.

Quick Insights

Ingredient Rating:

GOOD

Type of Ingredient:

Antioxidant and Conditioner

Intended Function:

A naturally derived starfruit extract rich in antioxidants and vitamins, used to refresh, condition and support bright, healthy-looking skin.

Common Applications:

Used in moisturizers, serums and masks and treatment formulas.

Target Audience:

Brands wanting a fresh, botanical antioxidant story for brightening, refreshing skincare.

Also Known As:

Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract

Private Label Formulas

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Exfoliating Toner

Botanical Body Wash

Benefits of Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract

A vitamin- and antioxidant-rich fruit extract that refreshes and supports bright, healthy-looking skin.

Antioxidant: Vitamin C and polyphenols help defend the skin’s appearance from oxidative stress.
Brightening Look: Supports a fresh, even, radiant complexion.
Smoothing Feel: Naturally occurring fruit acids help refine the look of the surface.
Refreshing: A vibrant, exotic botanical story.
Naturally Derived: A plant-based fruit active.

How It Works

Starfruit delivers vitamin C and antioxidant polyphenols that help neutralize surface free radicals for a brighter, more protected-looking complexion, while its mild fruit acids lend a gentle smoothing feel.

Formulating with Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract

Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract is water-soluble and added to the water phase, typically at cool-down and at low levels to protect its delicate actives. It pairs well with other antioxidants and humectants. Observe good manufacturing and preservation practice.

Safety Analysis

Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract is well tolerated as a botanical extract. As with any botanical, screen for sensitivities in sensitive-skin lines. As always, substantiate the finished product’s safety (e.g. patch / HRIPT testing) in line with MoCRA requirements.

References

https://incidecoder.com/ingredients/averrhoa-carambola-fruit-extract

https://cosmeticanalysis.com/cosmetic-ingredients/averrhoa-carambola-fruit-extra…

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carambola

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