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Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract

The Beauty & Personal Care Brand Builder Series

Ingredient Deep Dive

Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract

The Nourishing Jujube Extract

Ziziphus Jujuba (Jujube, or red date) Fruit Extract is a naturally derived extract of the prized jujube fruit, rich in vitamin C, polysaccharides and antioxidants.

Long valued in traditional wellness, it is used to soothe, hydrate and antioxidant-protect the look of the skin, bringing a nourishing, adaptogenic-fruit story.

Quick Insights

Ingredient Rating:

GOOD

Type of Ingredient:

Antioxidant and Soother

Intended Function:

A vitamin-C- and polysaccharide-rich jujube fruit extract used to soothe, hydrate and defend the look of skin.

Common Applications:

Used in moisturizers, serums and masks and treatment formulas.

Target Audience:

Brands wanting a nourishing, heritage fruit antioxidant for soothing, hydrating skincare.

Also Known As:

Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Zizyphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Jujube Fruit Extract, Ziziphus Jujuba Extract

Private Label Formulas

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Exfoliating Toner

Botanical Body Wash

Benefits of Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract

A nourishing jujube fruit extract that soothes, hydrates and defends the look of skin.

Antioxidant: Vitamin C and polyphenols help defend the skin’s appearance.
Soothing: Helps calm the look of stressed, sensitive skin.
Hydrating Feel: Fruit polysaccharides help skin feel replenished and comfortable.
Nourishing Story: A treasured fruit with a rich traditional heritage.
Naturally Derived: A plant-based fruit active.

How It Works

Jujube fruit is rich in vitamin C, antioxidant polyphenols and moisture-binding polysaccharides; together these help defend the skin surface from free radicals, soothe the look of stress, and support a hydrated, comfortable feel.

Formulating with Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract

Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract is water-soluble (or oil-soluble for the oil) and added to the appropriate phase, typically at cool-down and at low levels to protect its actives. It pairs well with other antioxidants and humectants. Observe good manufacturing and preservation practice.

Safety Analysis

Jujube fruit extract is well tolerated as a botanical. As always, substantiate the finished product’s safety (e.g. patch / HRIPT testing) in line with MoCRA requirements.

References

https://incidecoder.com/ingredients/ziziphus-jujuba-fruit-extract

https://cosmeticanalysis.com/cosmetic-ingredients/ziziphus-jujuba-fruit-extract

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

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