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Averrhoa carambola (Starfruit) fruit extract
AKA “Starfruit Fruit Extract”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Averrhoa carambola (Starfruit) fruit extract
AKA: Starfruit Fruit Extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Averrhoa Carambola (Starfruit) Fruit Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Oxalidaceae
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
97675-54-2
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Skin
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Starfruit has been used in traditional Southeast Asian and Ayurvedic medicine for its vitamin C content and skin brightening properties. Historically valued in Filipino and Malaysian skincare for treating acne and improving complexion.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR