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Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Phellodendron Amurense Root Extract

Often labeled as: Amur Cork Tree Extract

The berberine-rich, anti-inflammatory bark.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An extract from the bark of the Amur Cork Tree. It contains berberine, a fierce antibacterial and anti-inflammatory compound that aggressively targets P. acnes bacteria.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Clears cystic acne, reduces redness, and soothes the skin barrier.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Often formulated alongside Salicylic Acid for a powerful acne treatment.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It dries the skin out.

The Science

It kills bacteria without disrupting the skin's moisture barrier.