Dragon’s Blood? It’s Not as Scary as You Think
Sorry to disappoint all the Game of Thrones fans out there, but dragon’s blood is not as scary (or real) as you might think. The ingredient is being utilized in a handful of skin care products on the market right now, but instead of coming from a mythical, fire-breathing reptile, it comes from the Croton Lechleri tree.
The red sap from the tree, a.k.a. dragon’s blood, has been used for thousands of years for everything from healing wounds to varnish, Nowadays it’s being utilized to hydrate, plump and protect the skin. If you’re ready to give this ancient ingredient a try, here are three to start with:
Rodial Dragon’s Blood Eye Gel ($56)
This gel targets fine lines and dark circles using dragon’s blood, rose water, and arnica.
Nip + Fab Dragon’s Blood Fix Mask ($15)
This hydrating mask is packed with dragon’s blood (of course) and hyaluronic acid to protect skin and keep it hydrated.
Peter Thomas Roth Laser-Free Resurfacer ($75)
This serum features a “dragon’s blood complex,” including 5% dragon’s blood to help reduce signs of aging and environmental damage.
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