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Dragon's blood is a reddish sap with a foamy consistency that the Croton lechleri dragon tree releases when its bark is damaged, to protect and heal itself. The indigenous peoples of Ecuador and Peru know it as Sangre de Grado and it is part of their traditional body care. The bottle contains pure resin without preservatives, with a high OPC content, suitable for use in water, for gargling and on the skin.
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15 dropsin water 3× a day
Croton lechleridragon tree resin
Perucountry of origin
Who it's for
For a traditional body care ritual
You are drawn to a the traditional care of the indigenous peoples of Ecuador and Peru, and you want to get to know it in its pure form.
You want to add to your day OPC plant polyphenols, which are among the natural antioxidants.
You're looking for one bottle you can use in water, for gargling and on the skin.
Do not take during pregnancy or breastfeeding, if you are intolerant to any of the ingredients, and do not give to children under 3.
A food supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet. If you are taking medication, talk to a doctor or pharmacist before use.
What you'll find in it
A rare resin from the traditional medicine of South America
It is said to contain up to 90% OPCs, oligomeric proanthocyanidins, more than the popular grape seed extract.
OPCs are plant polyphenols that are among the most effective natural antioxidants. For the dragon tree, they protect its cells from germs and the weather.
It also contains tannins, the alkaloid taspine, unsaturated fatty acids, pyridone, aporphine and quinoline.
Traditionally used to the well-being of the digestive tract and its mucous membranes.
For gargling it is a traditional helper in caring for the mouth and teeth.
Externally, people traditionally apply it to the skin, for its elasticity and hydration.
A rare raw material you can use in creams, tinctures and in pure form.
What's in the bottle: pure dragon tree resin
Dragon tree resin
Croton lechleri
pure extract, resin without preservatives
a reddish sap with a foamy consistency from the Sangre de Grado tree
dragon's blood is obtained from four genera of trees: Daemonorops, Dracaena, Pterocarpus and Croton; we choose Croton lechleri
said to contain up to 90% OPCs
country of origin Peru
Other active ingredients
OPCOligomeric proanthocyanidins, secondary plant substances from the polyphenol group.
TanninsTanning substances, a natural part of the resin.
TaspineAn alkaloid typical of dragon's blood, together with pyridone, aporphine and quinoline.
Unsaturated fatty acidsA natural part of the resin.
How to use
Three steps for internal use
1Shake the bottle before use so the sediment blends with the liquid part.
2Stir 15 drops into 100 ml of water.
3Take 3× a day; after three weeks, take a break.
What to expect
What to expect
As you drip itA deep red resin with a foamy consistency. Dosing drop by drop is easy.
With regular useThree weeks of a small daily ritual, then a break. Every body is different.
“Easy dosing”
In a nutshell
Everything important in one place
Form
drops, pure resin extract
Pack size
50 ml
Dosage
15 drops in 100 ml of water 3× a day, a break after 3 weeks
Externally
gargling: 30 drops 3–5× a day; on the skin: 1–3 days
Caution
the red colour can't be washed out of fabric
Origin
Croton lechleri, Peru
Ingredients and safety
Contents: 50 ml. Pure extract, resin of the Croton lechleri dragon tree. Country of origin: Peru.
Storage: out of the reach of children at temperatures up to 25 °C, in a tightly closed bottle without access to air, because dragon's blood evaporates easily; shake even an unopened bottle from time to time so the natural sediment doesn't harden
Caution: Food supplement. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. A food supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet. Do not use if you have an individual intolerance to any of the ingredients, or during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Not suitable for children under 3. Do a tolerance test before use. The red colour can't be washed out of clothes and other fabrics. If needed, see a doctor.
Questions
What you ask most often
How should I take dragon's blood?
Internally, stir 15 drops into 100 ml of water and take 3× a day. After three weeks of use, take a break. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
How do I use it for gargling?
For gargling, use 30 drops and gargle 3–5× a day.
Can I apply it to my skin?
Yes, externally apply it directly to the area where you want to use it, for 1–3 days. On the skin it spreads into a fine foam. Wear dark clothing and gloves to avoid staining.
How do I do a patch test?
Spread two drops on your wrist or elbow. If the area doesn't start to itch and no allergic reaction appears, you can use it without worry.
There's sediment in the bottle. Is that all right?
Yes. The sediment is a natural part of the unpreserved resin, which separates from the liquid part. Shaking blends it together again. So shake the bottle during storage too.
Why does the bottle need to be tightly closed?
Dragon's blood evaporates easily. Store it tightly closed, without access to air, at temperatures up to 25 °C and out of the reach of children.
Does it stain?
Yes, strongly. The red colour can't be washed out of clothes and other fabrics, so handle it with care.
Who shouldn't take it?
Pregnant and breastfeeding women, children under 3 and people intolerant to any of the ingredients. A food supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet. If you are taking medication, talk to a doctor or pharmacist.