Elephant Apple (Dillenia indica)

Elephant apple (Dillenia indica) is a tropical fruit. Its extract is used as a botanical ingredient in this plant-based shampoo.

Elephant apple benefits

Elephant apple fruit contains natural plant compounds, including phenolics. Laboratory research has found antioxidant activity in fruit extracts. This is why the fruit is of interest as a botanical ingredient.

Every formula is different. Research on an extract does not tell us exactly how that ingredient will behave in a finished shampoo, but it helps us understand why botanicals such as elephant apple are valued.

What is cold bio-fermentation?

Selected botanicals in Matter & Magic products are prepared using a cold bio-fermentation process. This is part of how the ingredients are made ready for the formula.

Try the shampoo

Curious about the formula? Try the 30 ml shampoo sample and check the full ingredient list before choosing.

Research reference

Laboratory research has studied the antioxidant activity of Dillenia indica fruit extracts: Abdille et al. (2005), “Antioxidant activity of the extracts from Dillenia indica fruits.”

Frequently asked questions

What is elephant apple?

Elephant apple is the common name for Dillenia indica, a tropical fruiting plant.

Why is elephant apple used in shampoo?

It is a botanical ingredient with naturally occurring plant compounds. Research has found antioxidant activity in fruit extracts, and the ingredient is included as part of the shampoo’s botanical blend.