Snapshot
- Overview
- A goji berry extract that fights everyday stress and dullness.
- Category
- Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning, Soothing
- Type
- Botanical Extract
Lycium Barbarum (Goji Berry) Fruit Extract
Lycium barbarum (goji berry) fruit extract is a plant-derived botanical obtained from goji berry fruits. Skincare uses it for its polyphenols, which support a formula's antioxidant content and add a gentle, calming feel.
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Our take
Is Lycium Barbarum (Goji Berry) Fruit Extract a Good Ingredient?
The polyphenol antioxidants supplement a formula's defense, but topical evidence is modest and extract composition varies by source and processing, which is why this rates Fair rather than higher. As with many botanicals, there's a small risk of irritation or allergic reaction, especially for sensitive skin.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Helps defend skin from daily environmental stressors and can lessen the look of dullness or fatigue, though evidence in topical use is limited, so effects may be subtle.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Often included in serums, eye gels, and toners for a botanical boost; also appears in lightweight moisturizers.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally considered safe in rinse-off and leave-on products, but botanicals may trigger irritation or sensitization in reactive skin; patch testing is prudent. No widely recognized cosmetic regulatory restrictions for typical use levels.
Products with Lycium Barbarum (Goji Berry) Fruit Extract
