Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract

Best

Antioxidant

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract at a glance

  • Extracted from the fruit of grapes
  • Rich in antioxidants
  • Has skin conditioning properties
  • Also soothes skin
  • Found safe as used in cosmetics

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract description

_Vitis vinifera_ (grape) fruit extract comes from the fruit (generally the pulp and skin) of the vine grape. Like other components of this plant, including its leaves, stem, seeds, and oil, it has multiple benefits for skin. Grape fruit extract is a rich source of free-radical-fighting antioxidants, including polyphenols like resveratrol. In addition to this, it also has skin conditioning and soothing properties. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review has ruled _Vitis vinifera_ (grape) fruit extract safe in its current use in cosmetics, where it is typically found in amounts of 2% in rinse-off formulas and under 1% in leave-on products.

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract references

  • SpecialChem, Website, Accessed April 2025
  • Nutrients, February 2025, pages 1-36
  • Pharmaceutics, April 2023, pages 1-21
  • International Journal of Toxicology, September-October 2014, pages 48S-83S

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.