The instant disclosure relates to microemulsion compositions comprising polydatin, which are useful as cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical compositions for application to the skin and/or hair. The microemulsion compositions comprise: (a) polydatin; (b) optionally, niacinamide; (c) optionally, baicalin; (d) one or more oils; (e) water; and (f) one or more emulsifiers. Furthermore, the ratio of the total amount of the one or more emulsifiers to the total amount of the one or more oils is typically 1.7 to 2.5.