Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract
INCI: PASSIFLORA INCARNATA FRUIT EXTRACT
Reviewed by Emma · Last updated 14 Aug 2026
A polyphenol-rich fruit extract with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties
Best For Skin Types
All, Dry, Mature
Addresses
Usage Frequency
Daily
What Is Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract?
Passiflora incarnata fruit extract is derived from the passion fruit plant, native to tropical and subtropical regions. The extract is particularly rich in polyphenols, including stilbenes such as piceatannol, which give it potential antioxidant and protective properties.
In skincare, this ingredient functions as a skin conditioner and protectant. The polyphenols work to help neutralise oxidative stress and support the skin's natural defences, making it a supportive ingredient rather than a treatment-focused one.
How It Works
The extract's bioactive compounds, particularly piceatannol and other polyphenols, act as antioxidants by neutralising reactive oxygen species (free radicals) that damage skin cells and accelerate ageing. This protective effect may help maintain skin resilience and support natural repair processes.
Some research suggests these compounds may also influence skin enzymes involved in collagen breakdown and melanin production, though the extent of these effects in topical application remains an area requiring further study.
Clinical Evidence & References
A small randomised, placebo-controlled trial in Japanese women with dry skin found that oral supplementation with passiflora seed extract (5 mg piceatannol) improved skin hydration over 8 weeks. However, this was an internal supplement rather than topical application, so direct translation to skincare products is unclear.
Laboratory studies have demonstrated that passion fruit extracts exhibit antioxidant, antimicrobial, and enzyme-inhibiting properties in controlled settings. Human clinical data on topical use is limited, so the benefits seen in vitro may not fully translate to skincare applications. More research is needed to establish efficacy at typical skincare concentrations.
Published Research
How to Use
This ingredient is found in fewer than 1% of skincare products, typically at modest concentrations. It works well as part of a broader antioxidant routine and can be used daily in serums, moisturisers, or treatment products. There is no need for special timing or combination restrictions; it integrates straightforwardly into standard skincare regimens.
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Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract is a variant of Passiflora Incarnata Extract, the form you will most often see on an ingredients list.
Plant extract with astringent and antioxidant properties from passion fruit
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