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ACTINIDIA ARGUTA FRUIT WATER

90

Safety score · 0–100

Excellent

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Hardy kiwi fruit water is a botanical extract with notable vitamin C and E content, used in cosmetics for its antioxidant and skin-softening properties with a strong safety profile.

Actinidia arguta (hardy kiwi) fruit water is listed in the EU CosIng database under 'skin conditioning' without restriction. The fruit contains actinidin, a proteolytic enzyme similar to papain. Steam distillation reduces enzymatic activity to negligible levels. No EU restrictions apply, and the ingredient carries no hazard classification under CLP.

Skin benefits

  • High vitamin C content supports collagen synthesis
  • Contains polyphenols with antioxidant properties
  • May support skin barrier function

Known concerns

  • Contains proteolytic enzyme that may cause irritation in broken skin
  • Individuals with kiwi allergy should avoid

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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