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BUTEA MONOSPERMA BARK EXTRACT.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING

A bioactive extract derived from the bark of Butea monosperma (flame-of-the-forest tree) that delivers wound healing and regenerative benefits through enhanced collagen synthesis. Rich in flavonoids like butein and butin, this traditional Ayurvedic ingredient provides multi-pathway skin repair by stimulating fibroblast proliferation while offering antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection.

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Science

Activates dermal fibroblast proliferation and accelerates extracellular matrix synthesis, including DNA, total protein, and collagen production at wound sites. Simultaneously reduces inflammation by inhibiting COX and LOX enzyme activity and suppressing pro-inflammatory cytokines like TNF-α, while bioactive flavonoids neutralize free radicals and prevent lipid peroxidation.


Research

Medium confidence
Effective range 10–20%
Optimal

15%

Key findings

  1. 01 Human volunteers showed no irritation with 10-20% topical formulations after 48 hours (More et al., 2013)
  2. 02 Rat models demonstrated accelerated wound healing with increased cellular proliferation and collagen synthesis (Muralidhar et al., 2013)

Transparency

Not commonly dusted

Limited commercial presence in skincare makes dusting unlikely; traditional use and specific extraction methods suggest authentic inclusion when present


The Formula

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH 5.1 – 6
0 7 14

Stability

Maintains physical stability across 2°C to 37°C temperature range. Ethanol extraction yields both water-soluble and lipophilic phytochemicals for versatile formulation compatibility.

Synergies

  • Other collagen-boosting peptides
  • Complementary antioxidants
  • Wound healing actives

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Highly alkaline environments above pH 7.0

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
20%
Sensitization risk Low

Listed in EU Cosmile database as skin-conditioning agent. Human patch testing at 20% concentration showed no primary irritation or sensitization responses.


Your Skin

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Valuable

A promising regenerative ingredient with documented wound healing benefits, though limited human clinical data restricts broader anti-aging claims.


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