Microcitrus Australasica Fruit Extract

Microcitrus australasica fruit extract is an antioxidant and exfoliating extract obtained from the Australian finger lime or caviar lime (Citrus australasica), a bush related to other citrus fruits. The fruits contain tiny juicy vesicles that look similar to caviar and taste like lime juice. They have been recently rediscovered as a unique food garnish.

According to the manufacturer, the fruits are a source of alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), which are very good at exfoliating dead skin cells. According to research articles, Microcitrus australasica fruits are indeed rich in citric acid (which is not the most potent AHA, but a good exfoliating acid nevertheless) and also contain vitamin C, phenolic compounds, and lime-scented essential oil.

This makes Microcitrus australasica fruit extract a very good antioxidant, exfoliating, and fragrant ingredient.

People who are sensitive to citrus fruit should be careful with this ingredient.