Magnolia Bark Extract – Honokiol Isolate Powder

TL;DR: A pure honokiol isolate from Magnolia officinalis bark, HPLC lab-tested, sold in a 0.25g pack. It is for adults who want one named compound from magnolia bark as an evening addition to their herbal routine.

Magnolia Bark Extract, Honokiol Isolate Powder gives you a single named compound from a bark that has been part of Eastern herbal tradition for well over a thousand years. Our Magnolia Bark Extract is a pure Honokiol isolate, the key active polyphenol compound found in the bark of Magnolia officinalis. Magnolia bark has a long history of use in traditional Eastern herbal practice.

At a glance

• Form: fine isolate powder
• Source: bark of Magnolia officinalis
• Compound: Honokiol, an isolated polyphenol from Magnolia officinalis bark, HPLC lab-tested for purity
• Traditional use: magnolia bark (hou po) is a staple of classical Chinese and Japanese herbal formulas
• Size: 0.25g
• Adults 21 and over

The plant and the compound

Honokiol is one of two closely related neolignans that give magnolia bark its distinctive chemistry. The other is magnolol. Instead of the whole bark, this listing offers honokiol on its own, separated from the crude material and checked by HPLC. The result is a light, slightly aromatic powder that is far more concentrated than raw bark or a standard bark extract.

Traditional use

In Chinese herbal practice the bark is known as hou po and appears in formulas recorded since at least the Han dynasty. In Japan the same bark is called koboku and features in Kampo preparations. Traditionally the bark was decocted or included in multi-herb blends, not taken alone. The isolate is a modern development that lets people work with one constituent at a time.

How to use it

Best for: an evening addition to your herbal routine. Start with a small serving and adjust to your tolerance. It can be taken sublingually or encapsulated. Because the quantity is small, most customers portion it with a milligram scale. Some fill empty capsules ahead of time so servings are ready when wanted.

What to expect

The powder has a mild, slightly woody taste. Customers who use it in the evening describe a quiet, settled feeling.

How it compares

Honokiol sits with our other single-compound products in extracts and isolates. If you prefer whole-plant evening herbs, see the rest of our night-time botanicals.

Storage

Store sealed in a cool, dry, dark place. Isolates in this quantity are sensitive to humidity and can clump if the container is left open. A small desiccant packet in the jar helps. Keep away from children and pets.

Common questions

Is this the same as regular magnolia bark extract?
No. A regular extract still contains the full mix of bark constituents. This product is honokiol only, isolated and verified by HPLC, so a much smaller amount contains the same compound.

Why is the pack size only 0.25 grams?
Honokiol isolate is a concentrated material and a quarter gram goes a long way for most customers. It also keeps the price approachable for people trying it for the first time.

Can I combine it with other evening products?
Talk to your healthcare provider before combining it with alcohol, sedatives or prescription medication.

FDA Disclaimer: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. For adult use only. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

For adults 21 and over only.