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Hibiscus Extract (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract)

Hibiscus flower extract / Gurhal

Safety Notes

Rich in anthocyanins AHAs quercetin and mucilage; antioxidant; mild AHA exfoliation from organic acids; hair conditioning; brightening; traditional Ayurvedic use for hair (hibiscus oil popular in India); well-tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (anti-aging / hair conditioning / brightening)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Anti-aging serums hair care brightening products Indian heritage

Origin

Vegetable (hibiscus flowers)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hibiscus Extract (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract) safe to use in skincare?

Hibiscus Extract (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Rich in anthocyanins AHAs quercetin and mucilage; antioxidant; mild AHA exfoliation from organic acids; hair conditioning; brightening; traditional Ayurvedic use for hair (hibiscus oil popular in India); well-tolerated

Is Hibiscus Extract (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract) allowed in India?

Hibiscus Extract (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Hibiscus Extract (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract) used for in cosmetics?

Hibiscus Extract (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract) functions as: Active (anti-aging / hair conditioning / brightening). It is commonly found in: Anti-aging serums hair care brightening products Indian heritage.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS84775-82-4
ECN/A

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