Antioxidant ingredient
Prunus Mume Fruit Extract
An extract from the fruit of Prunus mume (ume / Japanese plum or apricot), a plant central to Japanese traditional beauty practices, valued for its antioxidant polyphenols and organic acids that contribute brightening and conditioning effects.
Also known as: ume fruit extract, japanese plum extract, japanese apricot fruit extract
AntioxidantSkin-conditioning agentAstringent
Benefits
- ✓High organic acid content (citric, malic, succinic) provides mild exfoliating and brightening properties
- ✓Antioxidant polyphenols protect against oxidative stress
- ✓Traditional use in Japanese skincare for skin clarity and conditioning
Watch for
- ⚠High acid content may cause irritation in sensitive skin at elevated concentrations
