Peltophorum Dasyrachis Bark Extract

Also known as: Yellow Flame Tree Bark Extract

INCI: Peltophorum Dasyrachis Bark Extract | Function: Antioxidant, Astringent, Soothing | Type: Botanical Bark Extract

What Is Peltophorum Dasyrachis Bark Extract?

Peltophorum Dasyrachis (yellow flame tree) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. Its bark extract contains tannins, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds with documented antioxidant and astringent properties. In cosmetics, it is used in small quantities as a natural antioxidant and skin-conditioning botanical extract.

Key Skin Benefits

+ Antioxidant — phenolic compounds neutralize free radicals
+ Astringent — tannins tone and tighten skin
+ Skin conditioning — provides light protective effects
+ Traditional use — Southeast Asian ethnobotanical heritage

Pros

+ Natural botanical from Southeast Asia — regional relevance
+ Sustainable — fast-growing tropical tree
+ Traditional medicinal use supports safety profile
+ Niche ingredient for product differentiation

Cons

− Very limited published cosmetic research
− Tannin content may cause staining in high concentrations
− Extract standardization not established
− Limited supplier availability

Specifications

Property	Value
Usage Areas	Face, Body
Product Type	Leave-On, Rinse-Off
Source	Plant
Natural Level	Natural

Safety Ratings

Metric	Rating
Skin Sensitivity	1-2/5
Comedogenic Rating	0/5
EWG Score	1/10

Regional Regulatory Limits

Region	Leave-on %	Rinse-off %	Status
EU (CosIng)	No limit	No limit	Allowed
US (CIR/FDA)	No limit	No limit	Allowed
Japan (MHLW)	No limit	No limit	Allowed
ASEAN	No limit	No limit	Allowed
China (NMPA)	No limit	No limit	Allowed

Typical Usage % by Product Type

Product Type	Typical %
Antioxidant serum	0.5 - 2%
Toning lotion	1 - 3%
Body cream	0.5 - 2%

References

CosIng (2025) — Peltophorum Dasyrachis Bark Extract. https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/
PubMed — Peltophorum species phytochemistry. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
EWG Skin Deep — Botanical extracts. https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/

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