Hibiscus Esculentus fruit extract for Skin and Body

Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract is an extract of the fruit of the hibiscus, hibiscus esculentus l., Malvaceae

• Skin whitening effect and anti-aging: Hibiscus Esculentus fruit extract has anti-tyrosinase activity and antioxidant properties that can give a whitening effect to the skin and scavenge free radicals, therefore, delaying skin aging.

• Wound healing: there are studies showing that collagenisation and granulation tissue maturation were found higher in the 5% Hibiscus Esculentus fruit extract-treated group and might be suggested as a potent wound healing agent based on its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory tests.

• Hepatoprotective: there are studies showing the usefulness of Hibiscus Esculentus fruit extract in the liver and gastrointestinal ailments.

• Anti-diabetic activity: a study showed that regular feeding of Hibiscus Esculentus fruit extract for about ten days showed a gradual decrease in blood glucose levels in rabbits.

• Other pharmacological effects: include anti-adhesive, organ protective, antibacterial, anti-stress, anticancer, and immunomodulating effects.

Hibiscus Esculentus fruit extract is suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin and skin of colour, but do make sure to conduct a test patch to see if you are allergic to this extract.