Before Dragon’s Blood appeared in beauty serums, it had a long history of traditional use in Amazonian skin care. Today, this remarkable red botanical is finding a place in modern cosmetics—and its name is only the beginning of the story. Dragon’s Blood from the Croton lechleri tree is a liquid resin containing naturally occurring plant compounds, including proanthocyanidins and taspine. Researchers have investigated these compounds for antioxidant activity and their involve

Dragon’s Blood is a deep red resin derived from the Amazonian tree Croton lechleri. It is traditionally used as a natural protective substance by the tree itself. The way this resin is harvested can significantly impact: • the health of the tree • the surrounding rainforest ecosystem • and the quality of the resin produced What Is Croton lechleri? Croton lechleri is a fast-growing tree native to the Amazon rainforest. When its bark is affected, it releases a re