Goji Berry Extract

lycium botanical extract - lycium hydroglycerin stock

The vibrant Goji berry

The extract

Unlock the Power of Goji Berry for Radiant Skin

Botanical Identity: Derived from the vibrant Lycium barbarum fruit, this extract is widely recognized by its common names: Goji, Wolfberry, and Lycium Barbarum. At Formulate Labs, we provide the pure INCI ingredient, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, rather than proprietary supplier SKUs, ensuring transparent and consistent material for your formulations.

Dual mechanism: Lycium barbarum Fruit Extract operates through a dual mechanism, offering direct antioxidant support by scavenging free radicals and bolstering the skin’s intrinsic defense system by stimulating antioxidant enzymes like superoxide dismutase and glutathione peroxidase. Furthermore, it supports skin's structural integrity by suppressing matrix metalloproteinases and enhances barrier resilience by upregulating essential proteins such as filaggrin, loricrin, and involucrin.

Use levels: For optimal efficacy and stability, our 5% hydroglycerin stock of Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract is recommended at a use level of 0.5% to 5.0% in the aqueous phase of an emulsion.

Market context: Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract is a well-established ingredient within the cosmetic raw material market, with several competitors positioning their offerings for sustainable, certified-natural, premium anti-aging, or accessible wholesale segments. It is commonly marketed for its dermo-stimulant, energizing, skin-brightening, and foundational antioxidant properties.

Pricing context: Public B2B pricing data for liquid cosmetic-grade Lycium barbarum extract is sparse. For reference, dry powder equivalents show significant variability, ranging from approximately $8 to $42 USD per kilogram, influenced by standardization and active polysaccharide content.

We ship a fixed 5% extract blend with selectable preservation - ready to meter into water-phase formulas at the use rates in the formulation guide below.*

5%

Fixed extract loading

2

Hydroglycerin bases

4

Preservation options

Aqueous

Water-phase compatible

Ingredient deck assessment

What this material is and isn’t.

Botanical

Leaf/stem extract; pentacyclic triterpene saponins

Aqueous stock

Hydroglycerin carrier; water phase

Cruelty-free

No animal testing in our process

Cosmetic grade

For professional formulation use

Formulate Labs supplies ingredients by their INCI name; common trade names (Goji, Wolfberry, Lycium Barbarum) are provided for context only.

Made to Order

Built fresh on our robotic platform.

Every lot is produced to order in our AI-powered robotic factory. Nothing sits on a warehouse shelf going stale - you get a date-of-manufacture-fresh batch every time.

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Order placed

You pick a size and quantity. We confirm specs against your formulation if you have one.

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Robotic production

Your inputs go in. We process, blend, and fill sealed packaging - all inside our AI-powered robotic factory.

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Batch QC + COA

Every batch is tested for actives, pH, micro, and appearance. A batch-specific COA, SDS, and TDS ship with the order.

Why formulators reach for it

Science-backed cosmetic positioning.

Antioxidant & Environmental Shield

Provides direct antioxidant support by scavenging free radicals and stimulates the skin's intrinsic defense system by upregulating key antioxidant enzymes.

Barrier Resilience Support

Upregulates essential barrier-repair proteins like filaggrin, loricrin, and involucrin, reinforcing the stratum corneum for enhanced skin barrier function.

Collagen & Youthful Skin*

Helps preserve collagen density and mitigates visible signs of photoaging, suppressing matrix metalloproteinases that degrade the extracellular matrix.

Scalp Health & Protection

Supports scalp health by providing potent antioxidant protection and enhancing barrier function, applicable for soothing and protecting from environmental aggressors.

* Structure/function statements based on published cosmetic in-vitro studies. Not evaluated for, and not intended to, diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Published research

Peer-reviewed literature for due diligence.

Peer-reviewed literature consistently supports the efficacy of Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract in cosmetic applications, particularly for its ability to support skin's natural repair processes, offer photoprotection, and contribute to anti-aging, immunomodulation, and overall skin health. These are independent, third-party papers we link for formulators evaluating mechanism, tolerability, and published panel data. We did not conduct this research and do not guarantee replication in your finished formula.

3 curated references

Clinical, observational, and mechanism literature

2021

Study

Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine

Topical application of Lycium barbarum extract supports skin's natural repair processes following UV-induced stress

See journal record

This study demonstrates that topical application of Lycium barbarum extract helps support the skin's natural repair processes following UV-induced stress. It works by diminishing reactive oxygen species (ROS) and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) while simultaneously upregulating the skin's own antioxidant defenses to improve barrier function.

PubMed DOI

2020

Paper

Archives of Dermatological Research

Photoprotective qualities of Lycium barbarum polysaccharides

See journal record

This paper highlights the photoprotective qualities of the extract's polysaccharide fractions against the effects of cumulative UV radiation. Topically applied, they help mitigate common signs of photoaging, such as epidermal thickening, and assist in preserving healthy collagen density in the skin.

PubMed DOI

2025

Review

Food Chemistry

Cosmetic relevance of Lycium barbarum fruit's composition

See journal record

This comprehensive review confirms the cosmetic relevance of the fruit's rich composition of polysaccharides, phenolics, and carotenoids. The authors affirm that this profile translates effectively into functional applications for anti-aging, immunomodulation, and photoprotection in cosmetic formulations.

PubMed DOI

These citations are provided for informational and formulation-research purposes only. Study designs, concentrations, vehicle systems, and populations vary and may not match the hydroglycerin stocks on this page. Published results do not constitute FDA or EU cosmetic claim substantiation for your brand. Always review the primary literature and consult your regulatory counsel before making structure/function statements on finished products.

Composition

What’s in this hydroglycerin stock.

Bulk composition at fixed 5% Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract loading. Base carrier components scale proportionally when preservative is added; extract stays at 5%. Updates dynamically when you change base or preservation above. Full CAS disclosure is on the SDS/TDS for the selected variant (FL-LBE-W2-MBS4-5PCT-001).

Water · 44.053% Glycerin · 48.947% Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract · 5% Linatural™ MBS-4 · 2%

Water

CAS7732-18-5

Solvent

44.053%

Glycerin

CAS56-81-5

Humectant carrier

48.947%

Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract

CASContact for COA

Active botanical extract (triterpene-rich)

5%

Linatural^™ MBS-4

Multifunctional preservative

2%

Inside Linatural^™ MBS-4

Propanediol

CAS504-63-2

1.7%

Ethylhexylglycerin

CAS70445-33-9

0.2%

Benzoic Acid

CAS65-85-0

0.1%

Formulation guide

Built for chemists who sweat the details.

Typical use rate (this stock)

0.5% – 5.0% (aqueous phase)

pH compatibility

4.5 – 5.1 (stock target; finished-formula pH window per stability data)

Solubility

Highly soluble in water

Temperature

Process below 70°C; store finished products protected from light and below 32°C.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, concentrated mineral acids, harsh surfactants; caution with high exfoliating acids or certain emulsifiers.

Pairs well with

Self-preserving

Yes - 2% Linatural MBS-4. Boost preservation per your finished-formula needs

Documentation

SDS + TDS are issued per base and preservative combination. Links swap when you change selections above. COA is batch-specific and ships with the order.

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

16-section GHS · aqueous extract stock

Technical Data Sheet (TDS)

Composition, storage, incorporation guidance

Need something different?

Custom extract loading, alternate carriers, bulk sizing, or a regulatory packet - reach out and we’ll quote.

Compliance & safety

The fine print, in plain English.

What it’s for

Generally recognized history of use in cosmetic products. Competitor materials are available with COSMOS and organic certifications.

Claims guidance

Formulators are responsible for conducting their own safety and regulatory assessments. Potential claims may include antioxidant support, skin barrier enhancement, photoprotection, and anti-aging effects.

Storage

Store tightly closed, protected from light and heat.
Refrigeration optional for extended shelf life per TDS.
Aqueous botanical - monitor for color shift over time.

Regulatory

Finished-product INCI lists components in descending order per the selected variant deck.
Cosmetic function: skin conditioning agent, antioxidant, barrier support
Full blend composition disclosed on SDS/TDS (FL-LBE series).
Formulators are responsible for conducting their own safety and regulatory assessments for specific applications and markets.
Compatible with FDA cosmetic regulations and EU 1223/2009 for intended cosmetic use when properly incorporated.

Handling

Process at temperatures below 70°C. Store finished products protected from light and below 32°C to prevent degradation of key actives.

Questions

Documentation, regulatory, or custom sizing - email materials@formulatelabs.ai.

Statements contained on this page (including any marked with *) have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is a cosmetic raw material and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Everything you need on the technical data sheet.

Unlock the Power of Goji Berry for Radiant Skin

What this material is and isn’t.

Built fresh on our robotic platform.

Science-backed cosmetic positioning.

Peer-reviewed literature for due diligence.

Topical application of Lycium barbarum extract supports skin's natural repair processes following UV-induced stress

Photoprotective qualities of Lycium barbarum polysaccharides

Cosmetic relevance of Lycium barbarum fruit's composition

What’s in this hydroglycerin stock.

Built for chemists who sweat the details.

Documentation

The fine print, in plain English.