Hibiscus
AKA “Hibiscus sabdariffa, Roselle, Hibiscus flower
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Hibiscus
AKA: Hibiscus sabdariffa, Roselle, Hibiscus flower
Ingredient · Fragrance · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Fragrance
Not Clean
Hibiscus Abelmoschus Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Musk Mallow, Hibiscus abelmoschus L., Malvaceae
CAS #
84455-19-6
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Functions
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Skin Conditioning Miscellaneous
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Moisturizing
Improves skin feel
Traditional Use
Used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine for hair health and skin conditioning. Hibiscus flowers have been employed in Indian beauty rituals for centuries to darken hair and improve skin texture.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR