Pyrus malus (Apple) oil
AKA “Apple, Malus sylvestris, ext., PhytoCellTec, Malussylvestrisextract, ext
Essential Oil
Ingredient Facts
Pyrus malus (Apple) oil
AKA: Malus sylvestris, Ext., PhytoCellTec, Malussylvestrisextract, Ext
Essential Oil · Exfoliant · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Exfoliant
Emulsifier
Essential Oil
Clean
Apple seed oil nourishes and softens skin while helping our formula blend smoothly and stay fresh. Sourced from Central Asia's prized apple varieties.
Family
Rosaceae (Rose family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
85251-63-4
Form
Oil
See origin →
Functions
Exfoliant
Removes dead skin cells so fresh ones can come through. Chemical exfoliants (acids) are generally gentler than physical scrubs.
Binder
Emulsifier
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Thickener
Physical Exfoliant
Holds Formula Together
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Apple seed oil and apple fruit oil have been used in traditional European herbalism as emollient skincare ingredients, gaining modern cosmetic popularity as a lightweight moisturizing agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Photoprotective effects of apple peel nanoparticles.
Bennet D, Kang SC, Gang J, Kim S
International journal of nanomedicine, 2014
Safety Assessment of Apple-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Bark Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Carpel Powder
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fiber
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Flower Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Water
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Juice
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Leaf Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
pyrus malus (apple) oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Pectin Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Peel Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Peel Wax
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Pulp Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Root Bark Powder
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Root Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Seed Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Stem Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Ananas Sativus Pineapple Fruit Extract
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fiber
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Flower Extract
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Water
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Juice
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Leaf Extract
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
pyrus malus (apple) oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Pectin Extract
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Seed Extract
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Stem Extract
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Germination and adhesion of fungal conidia on polycarbonate membranes and on apple fruit exposed to mycoactive acetate esters.
Filonow AB
Canadian journal of microbiology, 2003
Cancer chemopreventive potential of apples, apple juice, and apple components.
Gerhauser C
Planta medica, 2008
Food allergy to apple and specific immunotherapy with birch pollen.
Hansen KS, Khinchi MS, Skov PS, Bindslev-Jensen C, Poulsen LK et al.
Molecular nutrition & food research, 2004
Safety Assessment of Apple-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics.
Johnson W, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Hill RA, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2023
Safety Assessment of Apple-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics.
Johnson W, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Hill RA, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2023
Safety Assessment of Apple-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics.
Johnson W, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Hill RA, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2023
Safety Assessment of Apple-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics.
Johnson W, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Hill RA, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2023
Safety Assessment of Apple-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics.
Johnson W, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Hill RA, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2023
Safety Assessment of Apple-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics.
Johnson W, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Hill RA, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2023
Safety Assessment of Apple-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics.
Johnson W, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV, Hill RA, Klaassen CD et al.
International journal of toxicology, 2023
Surface moisture increases microcracking and water vapour permeance of apple fruit skin.
Khanal BP, Imoro Y, Chen YH, Straube J, Knoche M
Plant biology (Stuttgart, Germany), 2021
Surface moisture increases microcracking and water vapour permeance of apple fruit skin.
Khanal BP, Imoro Y, Chen YH, Straube J, Knoche M
Plant biology (Stuttgart, Germany), 2021
Exploring apple pectic polysaccharides: Extraction, characterization, and biological activities - A comprehensive review.
Kumari N, Kumar M, Radha, Rais N, Puri S et al.
International journal of biological macromolecules, 2024
Differential Accumulation of ASSVd Drives Uneven Apple Coloration via Disruption of the Defense-Flavonoid Balance.
Li Z, Pan Y, Meng X, Dai P, Li B et al.
Plant disease, 2026
Antibacterial effect and mechanism of theaflavin against Listeria monocytogenes and its application on apple skins.
Lin Y, Shen C, Zhao J, Wang C, Obara M et al.
Journal of food science, 2024
Antimicrobial effect of hydro-alcoholic extract of apple with and without zinc oxide nanoparticles on Streptococcus Mutans.
Mehrabkhani M, Movahhed T, Arefnezhad M, Hamedi S, Faramarzian F
European journal of translational myology, 2023
An Overview of Apple Varieties and the Importance of Apple Consumption in the Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases-A Narrative Review.
Mierczak K, Garus-Pakowska A
Nutrients, 2024
An Overview of Apple Varieties and the Importance of Apple Consumption in the Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases-A Narrative Review.
Mierczak K, Garus-Pakowska A
Nutrients, 2024
An Overview of Apple Varieties and the Importance of Apple Consumption in the Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases-A Narrative Review.
Mierczak K, Garus-Pakowska A
Nutrients, 2024
Clinical Evaluation of a Soap-Free Cleansing Lotion Containing Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids for Effective Impurity Removal and Skin Barrier Preserv
Patel M, Khatri A, Khatri R, Sreevallabhan S, Jose S et al.
Cureus, 2025
Biorevitalizing effect of a novel facial serum containing apple stem cell extract, pro-collagen lipopeptide, creatine, and urea on skin aging signs.
Sanz MT, Campos C, Milani M, Foyaca M, Lamy A et al.
Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2016
Standardized wild apple fruit extract as a bioactive agent in dermocosmetic products for efficacy skin hydration-In vitro and in vivo evaluation.
Stojiljković D, Nešić I, Tadić V, Najman S, Stojanović S
Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2022
Skin Color in Apple Fruit (Malus × domestica): Genetic and Epigenetic Insights.
Wang W, Celton JM, Buck-Sorlin G, Balzergue S, Bucher E et al.
Epigenomes, 2020
Insights into the aroma profiles and characteristic aroma of 'Honeycrisp' apple (Malus × domestica).
Yan D, Shi J, Ren X, Tao Y, Ma F et al.
Food chemistry, 2020
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR