Quandong, also known as the native peach or desert peach is an ancient Australian tree found across the arid and semi-arid inland of Australia. One of the most important bush foods for First Nations, Quandong has been consumed andused for thousands of years. The fruit contains Vitamin C, Vitamin E, rutin, essential fatty acids, and phenolic antioxidants.
Why it's used in skincare, haircare and food
Quandong's combination of Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and rutin creates a synergistic antioxidant trio for skin-appearance purposes. In haircare, Quandong is associated with a healthier looking scalp environment. As a food ingredient, it contributesVitamin C and antioxidant compounds to the daily diet.
Key skin, hair and food benefits
• Twice the Vitamin C of an orange, associated with a brighter-looking complexion
• Rutin contributes to an even-looking skin tone over consistent use
• Helps hair look and feel healthier and more lustrous
• Contributes to a luminous, healthy-looking skin appearance
• As a food ingredient, contributes Vitamin C, which contributes to normal collagen formation
The research
Study 1 — Santalum genus phytochemical composition and bioactivity (PubMed, 2022)
A comprehensive review of the Santalum genus the plant family to which Quandong (Santalum acuminatum) belongs published via the NIH National Library of Medicine documents the phytochemical constituents and biological activities across Santalum species. The review confirms that Santalum plants are rich in phenolic compounds and essential fatty acids, and documents pre-clinical and clinical evidence of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. Quandong's specific nutritional composition, including its Vitamin C content, essential fatty acid profile, and phenolic compounds, is additionally recorded in the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) official food composition database the regulatory authority for food ingredients in Australia.
→ Explore the Santalum genus review on PubMed: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36069757
→ View Quandong composition data via FSANZ: foodstandards.gov.au.
Study 2 - Rutin and skin-appearance associations (peer-reviewed literature)
Peer-reviewed research on rutin, one of Quandong's key bioactive flavonoids has documented its antioxidant activity and associations with a more even-looking skin tone in study conditions.
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HOW TO USE: Apply Hydrating Primer Serum and Mane Treatment products as directed. Mix Beauty & Wellbeing Blend into water, smoothies, or yoghurt as directed.
Frequently asked questions
What is Quandong used for in skincare?
Quandong is used for its Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and rutin content, associated with a brighter looking complexion, more even looking skin tone, and a radiant, healthy skin appearance over consistent use.
