Magnolol

Magnolol

AKA “5'-Diallyl-2, 2'-dihydroxybiphenyl, Dehydrodichavicol, 2-(2-hydroxy-5-prop-2-enylphenyl)-4-prop-2-enylphenol, 4-allyl-2-(5-allyl-2-hydroxy-phenyl)phenol, NSC-293099, FEMA NO. 4559”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Magnolol

AKA: 5'-Diallyl-2, 2'-dihydroxybiphenyl, Dehydrodichavicol, 2-(2-hydroxy-5-prop-2-enylphenyl)-4-prop-2-enylphenol, 4-allyl-2-(5-allyl-2-hydroxy-phenyl)phenol, NSC-293099, FEMA NO. 4559

Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Antioxidant

Colorant

Synthetic

Clean

Derived from magnolia flower extract, this natural antioxidant helps protect skin from environmental damage while adding a subtle color to formulations.

Solubility Slightly soluble in water; soluble in DMSO

Formula

C18H18O2

Mol. Weight

266.30

CAS #

528-43-8

Form

Powder

State

White powder; Bitter aroma

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Functions

Antioxidant

Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.

Colorant

Gives the product its color. Purely aesthetic — makes the formula look good in the jar but does nothing for your skin.

Neutralizes Free Radicals

Traditional Use

This is the CAS number for salicylic acid. First isolated from willow bark in the 1800s, salicylic acid became a cornerstone of acne treatment in the 20th century after its exfoliating and antibacterial properties were scientifically validated.