Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil Ottimo Emolliente Anti-age Idratare Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil at a glance Also known as maracuja oil Plant-based oil derived from passion fruit Can improve the look and feel of dry skin Has documented skin-soothing properties Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil description _Passiflora edulis_ seed oil, also known as maracuja oil, is a plant-based oil used in skin care derived from passion fruit. It’s one of many good plant oils that can improve the look and feel of dry skin. Passion fruit oil has documented skin-soothing properties. It’s also a source of lycopene, and antioxidant common to tomatoes. There’s no research indicating passion fruit oil is a good source of vitamin C, though it does contain several antioxidant compounds that should benefit skin.