Hibiscus Extract (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract)
Hibiscus flower extract / Gurhal
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
Active (anti-aging / hair conditioning / brightening)
Active Ingredient
Anti-aging serums hair care brightening products Indian heritage
Vegetable (hibiscus flowers)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
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.
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