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Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Water

INCI: VACCINIUM MACROCARPON FRUIT WATER

Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 14 Aug 2026

Also known as: Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Water

A fruit water derived from cranberries, used primarily for fragrance and sensory appeal

Best For Skin Types

All

Usage Frequency

As directed in the formulation

What Is Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Water?

Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit water is an aqueous extract derived from cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon), a berry native to North America. In cosmetic formulations, it functions chiefly as a fragrance component and masking agent, contributing a subtle fruity note and sensory character to skincare products.

The ingredient contains naturally occurring compounds found in cranberry fruit, including flavonoids and organic acids. Its primary role in skincare is aesthetic and olfactory rather than therapeutic.

How It Works

Cranberry fruit water delivers flavonoids and other phytochemicals characteristic of the fruit. In vitro research suggests these compounds possess antioxidant properties, though the extent to which they penetrate skin or exert benefits when applied topically is not well established in published literature.

As a cosmetic ingredient, it functions primarily as an aqueous vehicle, fragrance, and masking agent rather than as an active therapeutic component.

Clinical Evidence & References

Laboratory studies have demonstrated that flavonoid fractions from cranberry extracts exhibit antioxidant activity in cell culture models. However, the evidence specifically for cranberry fruit water in skincare is limited. Most research involves concentrated cranberry extracts or presscake rather than the dilute fruit water used in cosmetic formulations.

There is insufficient published data to confirm meaningful skin benefits from topical application at the concentrations typically used in skincare products. Any antioxidant potential would depend on ingredient stability, concentration, and skin penetration—factors not commonly evaluated for this ingredient in cosmetic use.

How to Use

Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit water is used at low concentrations in finished formulations, primarily to contribute fragrance and sensory character. Apply products containing this ingredient as directed, typically as part of your regular skincare routine. Its presence should not materially change how you use a product or how often you apply it.

Safety & Precautions

Cranberry fruit water is generally considered safe and well-tolerated in cosmetic products. Individuals with known sensitivity to cranberries or fragrance components should patch test before use.

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Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Water is a variant of Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Powder, the form you will most often see on an ingredients list.

Cranberry fruit powder—a plant-derived antioxidant with polyphenol content

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