Physalis peruviana (Goldenberry) fruit extract
AKA: Cape gooseberry, Goldenberry Fruit Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Physalis Peruviana (Goldenberry) Fruit Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Solanaceae (Nightshade family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Perennial
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
1620202-03-0
Form
Liquid
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
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Reduces Inflammation
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Traditionally used by Andean and South American indigenous cultures as a nutritious food and folk remedy for inflammation and immune support. Modern skincare use emerged in the 21st century following phytochemical research on its antioxidant compounds.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Sun Damage
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR