Malus Domestica Fiber

AKA: Apple Fiber
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Malus Domestica Fiber is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
89957-48-2
Form
Powder
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
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Smooths and softens skin
Traditional Use
Apple fruit has been valued in traditional medicine and diet for centuries, but use of apple fiber specifically in cosmetics is a modern application developed for gentle exfoliation and texture.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR