actives

Apple Juice Concentrate

Apple Juice Concentrate

humectantconditioningantioxidant

INCI Name

Apple Juice Concentr...

Functions

3 Roles

Sustainability

8/10

Category

actives

What It Does

Apple Juice Concentrate is derived from the pressed and dehydrated juice of Malus domestica fruit, resulting in a sugar-rich, naturally acidic liquid abundant in malic acid, polyphenols, flavonoids, and fructose. Its naturally occurring malic acid content provides mild exfoliating and brightening properties, while its polyphenol and vitamin C content contribute antioxidant activity to formulations. Formulators choose it as a multifunctional botanical ingredient that combines humectancy from its natural sugars with mild AHA activity and marketing appeal as a recognizable, naturally sourced component in skin care and hair care products.

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

nonionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Foaming Ability

none

Lather generation

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

humectantswater-soluble activesAHA-based ingredientsbotanical extractsnonionic surfactantsglycols

Avoid Combining

high-pH formulationsoxidizing agentscertain preservative systems sensitive to high sugar content
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

8/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Malus domestica (apple) fruit juice, concentrated through water removal

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