Vaccinium macrocarpon (Cranberry) fruit
AKA: American Cranberry, Cranberry Fruit
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Ericaceae (Heather family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Subshrub
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
91770-88-6
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
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Used by Native Americans for centuries to treat urinary tract infections and wounds. In traditional medicine, cranberries were valued for their high antioxidant content and astringent properties, and are now recognized for their proanthocyanidin compounds used in modern skincare for antioxidant protection.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dullness
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