Hydrolyzed Lycium Barbarum Fruit
INCI: HYDROLYZED LYCIUM BARBARUM FRUIT
Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 14 Aug 2026
A hydrolysed plant extract that conditions and supports skin moisture
Best For Skin Types
All, Dry, Sensitive
Addresses
Usage Frequency
Daily
What Is Hydrolyzed Lycium Barbarum Fruit?
Hydrolyzed Lycium Barbarum Fruit is a processed extract derived from goji berries (Lycium barbarum), native to Asia. The hydrolysis process breaks down the plant material into smaller molecular fragments, making it easier for skincare formulations to incorporate and for the skin to absorb.
In cosmetics, this ingredient functions primarily as a skin conditioner. It is used in formulations to help support the skin's hydration and overall condition, typically at modest concentrations within moisturisers, serums, and treatment products.
How It Works
Hydrolyzed plant extracts work by creating a protective, humectant layer on the skin surface. The smaller molecular fragments can penetrate more effectively than whole plant material, allowing the conditioning compounds to interact with the stratum corneum and help bind water to the skin.
The antioxidant compounds present in goji berries may also help neutralise free radicals generated by UV exposure and environmental pollution, though the extent to which these remain bioavailable after hydrolysis and formulation is not fully established.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published clinical research specifically on hydrolyzed Lycium barbarum in skincare is limited. Most evidence supporting goji berry extracts comes from traditional use and in vitro studies showing antioxidant potential, but these do not always translate to measurable in-vivo skin benefits at typical product concentrations.
The ingredient is generally recognised as safe in cosmetics and is included in established botanical extract databases. However, specific claims about its efficacy for particular skin concerns would benefit from further controlled studies in human subjects.
How to Use
This ingredient is most effective when used as part of a consistent routine within hydrating or conditioning products. Apply to damp skin to maximise its humectant effect, and layer it with an occlusive moisturiser if your skin tends to be dry. It works well alongside other conditioning or antioxidant ingredients.
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