Red Maple Leaf Extract

A New Approach to Skin Resilience

Skin doesn’t change overnight.

Over time, environmental stress and natural aging gradually affect the skin’s structure—impacting smoothness, elasticity, and overall balance.

We chose a different approach.

Designed to help skin feel smoother, more resilient, and visibly balanced over time.

A Rare Discovery in Botanical Science 

The red maple tree thrives through environmental extremes—harsh climates, UV exposure, and constant stress.

What makes it unique is not the bark or sap—but the leaf. Unlike traditional maple-derived ingredients that focus on sap or bark, our research identified the leaf as the most compositionally rich source of bioactive compounds.

The Science Behind Red Maple Leaf Extract

Scientific research has identified an exceptionally complex composition of bioactive compounds within red maple leaves, including: 106 phenolic compounds, 75 newly identified compounds, and11 previously unknown to science.

This makes it one of the most compositionally unique botanical extracts studied for skin applications.

What Makes It Different:

Within the red maple leaf are rare compounds known as glucitol-core gallotannins (GCGs), including Ginnalin A.

These compounds have been studied for their ability to support the skin through multiple pathways, including:

Why This Matters for Anti-Aging

At The Mapleist®, we believe true anti-aging begins with protection. By reinforcing the skin’s foundational proteins, RedMaple Complex® supports skin resilience at its structural core.