Averrhoa carambola (Starfruit) fruit extract
AKA “Starfruit Fruit Extract
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Averrhoa carambola (Starfruit) fruit extract
AKA: Starfruit Fruit Extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant | Humectant · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Starfruit extract conditions and softens hair and skin with natural fruit nutrients. This tropical ingredient helps lock in moisture and enhance shine.
Family
Oxalidaceae
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
97675-54-2
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Southeast Asia. Derived from the fruit of Averrhoa carambola, a tropical tree in the Oxalidaceae family native to Southeast Asia. Extracted from fruit through solvent extraction or maceration methods to concentrate nutrients and bioactive compounds.
Plant Source
Oxalidaceae
Plant Part
Fruit
Function
Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant | Humectant
Benefits
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
Target
Dullness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR