What it is
Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Extract is derived from the quandong, an Australian native fruit sometimes called the desert peach. The fruit is rich in vitamin C and polyphenols, which are valued in cosmetics for their antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties. It is commonly used at low levels as a botanical ingredient, often in products that highlight native Australian botanicals.
Safety & warnings
Quandong fruit extract is generally well tolerated at cosmetic use levels. As with other fruit-derived botanicals, sensitive individuals may occasionally react to plant constituents, so a patch test is reasonable for reactive skin. It is not considered a notable comedogen.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, plant-derived. It is extracted from the fruit of the quandong (Santalum acuminatum), a small tree native to arid regions of Australia.
Questions everyone asks
What is quandong?
Quandong (Santalum acuminatum) is an Australian native fruit, rich in vitamin C and polyphenols, traditionally used as a bush food.
Does it provide UV protection?
No. It is a conditioning and antioxidant-supporting botanical and contributes no UV filtering.