Gardenia taitensis flower extract
AKA “Tiare Flower, Monoi”
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Gardenia taitensis flower extract
AKA: Tiare Flower, Monoi
Extract · Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant | Soothing
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Tiare flower extract from Polynesia gently conditions and nourishes skin, helping it feel soft and hydrated.
Family
Rubiaceae (Coffee family)
Plant Part
Flower
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Wet tropical
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Polynesia. Gardenia taitensis is a flowering plant native to Polynesia, belonging to the Rubiaceae family. The extract is obtained through solvent extraction or infusion of the flower petals.
Plant Source
Rubiaceae (Coffee family)
Plant Part
Flower
Function
Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant | Soothing
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Used in traditional Polynesian and Pacific Island skincare and perfumery practices for its fragrant properties and potential skin-soothing benefits. The flower has been traditionally used in lei-making and ceremonial preparations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dullness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · CIR