actives

Ananas comosus Fruit Juice Concentrate

Pineapple Juice Concentrate

humectantconditioningexfoliantantioxidant

INCI Name

Ananas comosus Fruit...

Functions

4 Roles

Sustainability

8/10

Category

actives

What It Does

Ananas comosus Fruit Juice Concentrate is a concentrated aqueous extract derived from the flesh of the pineapple fruit, notable for its naturally high content of bromelain, a proteolytic enzyme complex that gently dissolves dead skin cell proteins to promote surface exfoliation. Beyond enzymatic activity, it delivers a rich profile of organic acids including citric and malic acid, contributing mild chemical exfoliation, alongside vitamin C and manganese which provide antioxidant support. Formulators select this ingredient for rinse-off treatments, enzyme masks, and brightening serums where they seek a naturally sourced, multi-mechanism exfoliant that can be marketed as a fruit-derived active.

Attracts moisture from the air
Provides deep, lasting hydration
Improves skin elasticity and plumpness
Enhances penetration of other actives

Technical Properties

pH Range

3.2-4.0

Optimal working range

Ionic Charge

anionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Foaming Ability

none

Lather generation

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

AHA/BHA blendsnonionic surfactantshumectantswater-soluble vitaminsbotanical extractsglycerin

Avoid Combining

high pH formulations above 7oxidizing agentsproteins sensitive to enzymatic degradationcollagen-based ingredients
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

8/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Ananas comosus (pineapple) fruit, a tropical crop cultivated primarily in Costa Rica, Philippines, and Brazil, often utilizing fruit processing byproducts

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