Moutan Cortex Extract (Peony Bark Extract) is a traditional Chinese herbal extract with core functions of clearing heat, cooling blood, reducing inflammation and resisting oxidation. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine preparations and some health products.

It contains active ingredients such as paeonol and paeoniflorin: Paeonol has anti-inflammatory effects and can alleviate inflammatory reactions in the body; it can clear heat and cool blood, and is traditionally used to relieve discomfort caused by blood heat (such as skin redness, dry mouth, etc.); its antioxidant components can scavenge free radicals and help protect blood vessels.