What Is Emu Apple Extract? Benefits for Glowing, Healthy Skin

Ah, Emu Apple, – the skincare ingredient that’s got people wondering if there’s a new kind of apple on the block. News to your ears? Today’s the day we give this underrated native Australian powerhouse the recognition it deserves! 

Ready? Okay, we’ll bite. 🍏

What is Emu Apple?

The Emu Apple, also known as Kunzea pomifera or ‘muntries’, is a native Australian plant with a rich history, particularly for its use by Aboriginal peoples. The Ngarrindjeri people of South Australia's Coorong region traditionally included the fruit in their diet and even traded it with other groups. The plant itself is a low-growing, spreading shrub found in Victoria and South Australia – often in sandy soils. Today, its natural waxes are used in – you guessed it –  skincare! Bursting with potent antioxidants and skin-loving nutrients, Emu Apple is quickly gaining traction for its ability to brighten, protect and deeply nourish the skin, and, in case you couldn’t tell, we’re simply loving where this is going. 

Wanna learn more? You’ve come to the right place. Discover the benefits of Emu Apple extract in skincare below. 👇🏽

Benefits of Emu Apple for Skincare

💧 Hydration hero 💧

Emu Apple extract simply gets what’s up when it comes to hydrating the skin. For this, we can thank its natural wax content, which helps retain moisture and create a protective barrier. It also has antioxidants that can help protect the skin from damage and promote a healthy, youthful appearance. 

🧖🏽Skin protection 🧖🏽

Emu Apple is rich in naturally occurring plant chemicals that are highly effective at improving skin health. These may include antioxidants, flavonoids, phenolics and vitamins that can assist with hydration and boost skin vitality. A big bonus? Emu Apple extract can also help boost collagen production and improve skin elasticity… so that’s a big yes from us.

But that’s not all – nu-uh! These compounds can also:

• Fight free radicals (preventing premature ageing)

• Calm inflammation

• Enhance skin tone and elasticity

• Support moisture retention.

✨ Brightening effects ✨

Emu Apple extract is rich in antioxidants like anthocyanins, gallic acid and vitamin C, which help protect the skin from oxidative stress, support collagen production, and promote a more radiant, even-toned complexion. Its brightening effects stem from its ability to reduce dullness, calm inflammation, and potentially minimize hyperpigmentation, including dark spots and circles. This multi-faceted extract works to enhance skin clarity and luminosity through its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and skin-repairing properties. 

So, as you can see, there’s a lot that Emu Apple extract can do in a day. Talk about a total superstar skincare ingredient, right? 💅🏽

🍉🍦Craving some Emu Apple magic? While it’s not available in the USA just yet, you might spot it soon in our Watermelon Whirl Whip Body Moisturizer—blended with glow-boosting Glycerin, Rice Bran & Shea Butter. Stay tuned. Mmm.

Happy Sundae x

Written By: Lizzie Waley (Sundae Co-Founder & Body Care Enthusiast) | LinkedIn

Fact Checked: Charnnie Frimpong (Sundae Content Marketing Manager) | Linkedin