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Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract

The Beauty & Personal Care Brand Builder Series

Ingredient Deep Dive

Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract

The Mangosteen Fruit Extract

Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract is a naturally derived extract of the mangosteen fruit, the “queen of fruits,” prized for its potent xanthone antioxidants.

Rich in xanthones and other powerful antioxidants, 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 Soother

Intended Function:

A naturally derived mangosteen fruit 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:

Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract

Private Label Formulas

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Exfoliating Toner

Botanical Body Wash

Benefits of Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract

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

Potent Antioxidant: Mangosteen xanthones are powerful antioxidants that help defend the look of skin.
Soothing: Helps calm the appearance of stressed, reactive-looking skin.
Radiance: Supports a healthy, luminous-looking complexion.
Premium Story: A luxurious, sought-after botanical.
Naturally Derived: A plant-based fruit active.

How It Works

Mangosteen’s pericarp and fruit are exceptionally rich in xanthones — a class of antioxidants that help neutralize free radicals and soothe the look of environmental stress at the skin surface, supporting a calm, luminous complexion.

Formulating with Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract

Garcinia Mangostana 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

Garcinia Mangostana 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/garcinia-mangostana-fruit-extract

https://cosmeticanalysis.com/cosmetic-ingredients/garcinia-mangostana-fruit-extr…

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

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