Magnolol
A biphenolic compound isolated from Magnolia officinalis bark, used in cosmetics as a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory active.
Benefits
- ✓Neutralizes free radicals and reduces oxidative stress
- ✓Calms inflammation and redness
- ✓Supports antimicrobial, blemish-clearing action
Watch for
- ⚠Limited long-term human safety data at cosmetic-use concentrations; potential sensitivity in some individuals
In depth
What it does
A biphenolic compound isolated from Magnolia officinalis bark, used in cosmetics as a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory active. As an antioxidant ingredient, it is particularly valued for neutralizes free radicals and reduces oxidative stress, calms inflammation and redness, and supports antimicrobial, blemish-clearing action.
Skin type guide
Suitable for all skin types. Antioxidants are especially valuable for skin exposed to daily UV and environmental stressors — which is essentially everyone.
How to use it
Works particularly well in an AM routine, where its antioxidant protection pairs naturally with daily SPF. Apply after cleansing and toning, before moisturiser and sunscreen.
