Thickener
PYRUS MALUS FIBER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Apple fiber — a pectin and cellulose-rich plant powder used to thicken and add texture. A clean, food-grade upcycled ingredient.
Pyrus malus (apple) fiber is derived from the pomace left after apple juicing. It consists primarily of cellulose, hemicellulose, and pectin, with trace polyphenols. In cosmetics it is used as a thickener, bulking agent, and texture modifier, often in clean-beauty formulations for its food-grade, upcycled credentials. CosIng lists it for skin conditioning / absorbent / bulking. No specific CIR monograph; safety is supported by food use and absence of adverse cosmetic signals. Apple allergens (Mal d 1, Mal d 3) can survive processing in principle; purified cosmetic-grade fiber carries minimal risk for pollen-food syndrome patients but is worth flagging.
Skin benefits
- Pectin-rich natural thickener
- Upcycled from apple-processing side-streams
- Low irritation profile
Known concerns
- Quality and purity vary by supplier
- Possible apple-allergen residue in sensitive users
- Minimal cosmetic-specific data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.