What it is
Garcinia mangostana bark extract is derived from the bark of the mangosteen tree and contains xanthones and other polyphenols known for antioxidant activity. In cosmetic formulas it is used for antioxidant and conditioning support. It appears in some Japanese sunscreens and treatment products as a supporting botanical.
Safety & warnings
Generally well tolerated as a dilute botanical extract. As with any plant extract, sensitization is possible in predisposed individuals, but mangosteen bark extract is not a recognized common allergen.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; extracted from the bark of the mangosteen tree (Garcinia mangostana), native to Southeast Asia.
History
Mangosteen has a long history as a tropical fruit and traditional botanical in Southeast Asia, which informs the use of its bark extract in modern cosmetics.
Questions everyone asks
What is mangosteen bark extract?
It is a botanical extract from the bark of the mangosteen tree, used in skin care for its antioxidant xanthones and polyphenols.
Why is it used in sunscreens?
It is included as a supporting antioxidant and skin-conditioning botanical.