Pomegranate Extract

INCI Name

Punica Granatum Fruit Extract

Botanical Name

Punica granatum

Pomegranate Extract (Punica Granatum Fruit Extract) is rich in polyphenols, ellagic acid, and flavonoids, offering strong antioxidant and skin-rejuvenating effects. Traditionally used for its protective and restorative qualities, it supports barrier function, brightens, and reduces visible signs of aging.

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Primary Function
Botanical Extract
Add'l Function
Antioxidant
Scent Profile
Fruity
Mild
Is It Natural?
Naturally Derived (Refined)
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Skin Type Suitability

Mature
Dry
Sensitive
Normal
Combination
Considered Safe for Teens
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Typical Product Use

Antioxidant, skin conditioning, soothing, anti-aging, brightening

Product Type(s):

Serum
Cream
Lotion
Mask
Toner

Typical Usage Range:

0.5–5% in most formulations; up to 10% in antioxidant serums or masks

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Supportive Qualities

Protects against oxidative stress, supports skin elasticity and regeneration, brightens uneven tone, reduces inflammation, traditionally valued in Ayurveda and Persian medicine for skin health

Primary Components:

Ellagic acid, punicalagins, anthocyanins, flavonoids, tannins, fatty acids (if seed extract)

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Important to Know

Generally safe; rare sensitivity possible; check for purity and residual solvents in extracts

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Sourcing Tips

Preferred Extraction Method:

Solvent extraction or supercritical CO₂ extraction of fruit peel, pulp, or seeds

Choose standardized extracts with high ellagic acid or punicalagin content; CO₂ extracts offer potency with cleaner profiles

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More information*

Explore additional safety and regulatory data from trusted external sources:

Cosmetics Info
Cosmetic Ingredient Review
EWG's Skin Deep
INCIDecoder
SkinSAFE
SpecialChem

*The ingredient details on this page are intended for general educational use and should not be considered exhaustive. Additional properties, uses, or safety considerations may be available from other sources. Root & Ritual Apothecary is not affiliated with Cosmetics Info, Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), INCIDecoder, SkinSafe, EWG Skin Deep, or SpecialChem. External links are provided solely for informational purposes; Root & Ritual does not control or guarantee the accuracy, methodology, or conclusions of third-party sources, including consumer rating systems such as EWG.