Maracuja Oil
Maracuja oil, also known as passion fruit seed oil, is a lightweight, nutrient-rich oil extracted from the seeds of the passion fruit. Popular in UK skincare and haircare, it delivers essential fatty acids and antioxidants without leaving a greasy feel, making it a favourite in facial oils, moisturisers and hair treatments.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, maracuja oil works as an excellent emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin while reinforcing the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Its high content of linoleic acid and other polyunsaturated fatty acids allows it to absorb quickly, delivering lightweight hydration and helping to calm the appearance of dry or irritated skin. It is often used in facial serums, body butters, lip oils and haircare formulas for its ability to improve suppleness and impart a healthy-looking glow.
Key benefits
- Helps lock in moisture for soft, supple skin
- Rich in antioxidants to help protect against environmental stressors
- Lightweight texture suitable for daily facial use
- Supports a healthy-looking skin barrier
- Adds shine and softness to dry or frizzy hair
- Non-greasy finish ideal for layering under makeup
Best for
dry skin, mature skin, sensitive skin, dehydrated skin
Where it comes from
Maracuja oil is cold-pressed from the seeds of the passion fruit (Passiflora edulis), a tropical vine native to South America but widely cultivated in many warm climates.
Products with Maracuja Oil
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Maracuja Oil than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.
- Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe (30ml) Medik8