Quince is an old-world fruit that looks like a cross between an apple and a pear. It is too hard and tart to eat raw, but it is a lovely source of plant compounds for body care.
What Is Quince Fruit Extract?
Quince Fruit Extract comes from Pyrus Cydonia (also known as Cydonia oblonga). In our formulas it is sourced from organic farming.
A 2004 study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found quince fruit, especially the peel, to be rich in phenolic compounds with antioxidant activity. A 2016 review in Frontiers in Pharmacology also describes quince as a source of polyphenols, vitamins and pectin-like mucilage.
What It Does for Skin
Nourishes and conditions. Quince helps leave skin feeling soft and smooth after washing.
Adds antioxidant support. Its polyphenols help protect skin from everyday stress.
Supports a comfortable cleanse. In a body wash, conditioning botanicals help balance the cleansing ingredients.
Where You'll Find It at True Colour Beauty
Quince is part of the Daily Body Wash, where it pairs with gentle, plant-derived cleansers like coco-glucoside. Browse more in the Body Care collection.
How to Use It
Lather in the shower or bath, then rinse well. Follow with a body oil or lotion for extra softness.
What the Research Doesn't Say
Quince research focuses on the fruit's composition and lab antioxidant tests. In a rinse-off product, its role is conditioning and support, not a lasting treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is quince extract suitable for sensitive skin?
It is a gentle botanical. Patch test any new product if you are prone to reactions.
Does quince have a scent?
The extract is used in small amounts. The wash's scent comes from its fragrance.
Are True Colour Beauty products cruelty-free?
Yes. True Colour Beauty is Leaping Bunny certified.
An Old-World Fruit in Everyday Care
Quince adds nourishment and antioxidants to a simple daily wash. Explore the True Colour Beauty body care collection.
Sources
Silva BM, et al. Quince (Cydonia oblonga Miller) fruit (pulp, peel, and seed) and jam: antioxidant activity. J Agric Food Chem. 2004;52(15):4705-4712.
Ashraf MU, et al. Cydonia oblonga M., a medicinal plant rich in phytonutrients for pharmaceuticals. Front Pharmacol. 2016;7:163.
