Tree Skin for our Skin (Red Maple Extract)

Let’s chat Red Maple Bark (Tree Skin for our Skin)

What is red maple?

Red maple is a deciduous tree native to North America that is well-known for its stunning autumn foliage and delicious sap that is used to make maple syrup. However, the benefits of red maple extend far beyond just its syrup. In fact, red maple has numerous benefits for the skin.

The bark of a tree serves as its true skin, housing a range of bioactive molecules that enable it to withstand external threats. Within these barks, abundant concentrations of natural compounds are synthesized, which can be easily extracted. Recognizing the intricate brilliance of nature and its hidden secrets, we propose harnessing the protective and reparative properties of these natural agents for the benefit of human skin. By leveraging the remarkable potential of our majestic forest trees, we aim to transfer these beneficial properties.

Borēaline® Expert is a 100% natural extract derived from the bark of the red maple tree. The meticulous extraction process selectively targets the most efficient components, resulting in a highly concentrated polyphenol-rich extract. The key constituents of Borēaline® Expert are primarily glycosylated phenols, accompanied by flavonoids like catechin, phenolic acids such as gallic acid, pyrogallol, and proanthocyanins.

So how does red maple help in skincare?

The bark of Red Maple contains high levels of natural bioactive protective compounds which essentially help to block out external environmental risk factors. So essentially this ingredient helps to protect your skin and fight against environmental nasties out there.

But it doesn’t just act as a protector. Red Maple also benefits the skin by activating production of collagen and skin elastin which in turns helps treat your skin against wrinkles and signs of aging.

Red maple extract helps to support the production of collagen and elasticity which in turn restores the skins firmness and reduces the appearance wrinkles, fine lines and other signs of aging. Dubbed as the ‘fine line smoother’ red maple bark acts as a protector of elastin which can not only help prevent wrinkles and fine lines but also improve the appearance of already formed wrinkles. A key compound found in red maple that goes by the name ‘glucitol-core-containing gallotannins’ supports the prevention of your elastin being destroyed.

This extract works by reducing the impact of inflammation, stress and dark spots. Red maple has been known to especially help with dark spots around the hands, neck and face. This little active ingredient may just be the key to the fountain of youth.

Red maple contains anti-inflammatory compounds that can help reduce inflammation in the skin. Inflammation can lead to several skin problems, including redness, swelling, and acne. By reducing inflammation, red maple can help keep your skin to look healthy and clear. Red maple contains antioxidants that help fight free radicals. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can cause damage to cells, including skin cells. By neutralizing free radicals, red maple can help protect your skin from premature aging and other damage.

Red maple is also a natural humectant, meaning that it helps to retain moisture in the skin. This can help prevent dryness and keep your skin looking smooth and supple. In addition, red maple is rich in minerals that can help nourish and hydrate the skin.

Red maple also contains minerals such as magnesium and potassium, which are important for collagen production. Magnesium is necessary for the activation of enzymes that produce collagen, while potassium helps to regulate the water balance in the skin cells, which is essential for maintaining the structure and function of collagen.

Scientists are even going as far to call Red Maple a natural alternative to botox! 

Incorporating red maple into your skincare and bodycare routine can help to boost collagen production and improve the overall health and appearance of your skin.

It is proven to be effective in promoting collagen production and improving skin health. Its bioactive compounds and mineral content make it a powerful addition to any skincare and bodycarw routine, and it can help to reduce the signs of aging and keep your skin looking youthful and radiant.

So why not give it a go. SKIN COAT