An extract of Chinese quince used as an antioxidant, astringent and conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Chaenomeles sinensis fruit extract is an extract of the fruit of the Chinese quince, Chaenomeles sinensis, of the rose family (Rosaceae). CosIng lists it as an antioxidant, astringent, emollient, hair-conditioning, humectant, skin-conditioning and skin-protecting ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in toners, essences, creams and other skin care products, often in Asian-style formulas.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or solvent.
Functions
- Antioxidant
- Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
- Astringent
- Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
- Skin conditioning – emollient
- Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
- Hair conditioning
- Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
- Humectant
- Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
- Skin protecting
- Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.