Description

Hibiscus Hamabo Extract is derived from the Hibiscus hamabo plant, also known as Hamabo Hibiscus, a member of the Malvaceae family. This extract is used in cosmetic formulations for its potential soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, which can benefit skin and hair health.

Chemical Composition and Structure:
The extract contains various bioactive compounds, including:

Flavonoids: Such as quercetin and kaempferol, known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
Phenolic Acids: Including caffeic acid and chlorogenic acid, contributing to antioxidant activity.
Tannins: Providing astringent properties that help tone and firm the skin.
Polysaccharides: Offering moisturizing and soothing benefits.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Typically a clear or slightly colored liquid.
Odor: Mild, natural fragrance, often with earthy or green notes.
Solubility: Soluble in water, making it easy to incorporate into aqueous formulations.
Density: Similar to water, usually around 1.0 g/cm³.
pH: Generally neutral to slightly acidic.

Production Process:

Harvesting: The Hibiscus hamabo plant is collected.
Extraction: The plant material is processed to extract bioactive compounds.
Filtration: The extract is filtered to remove impurities and obtain a clear solution.
Formulation: The filtered extract is incorporated into cosmetic and personal care products.

Applications:

Skincare: Used in creams, lotions, and serums for its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects.
Hair Care: Added to shampoos and conditioners to benefit scalp health and strengthen hair.
Personal Care Products: Included in a variety of products for its calming and revitalizing properties.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: The harvesting and extraction processes should be conducted sustainably to minimize environmental impact.
Safety: Hibiscus Hamabo Extract is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics when used at recommended concentrations. People allergic to plants or with very sensitive skin should be cautious. Avoid direct contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

INCI:


Humectant. Hygroscopic compound used to minimise water loss in the skin and to prevent it from drying out by facilitating faster and greater absorption of water into the stratum corneum of the epidermis. The epidermis is the most superficial of the three layers that make up human skin (epidermis, dermis and hypodermis) and is the layer that maintains hydration in all three layers. In turn, the epidermis is composed of five layers: horny, the most superficial, granular, spinous, shiny, and basal. Humectants have the ability to retain the water they attract from the air in the stratum corneum and have the function of moisturising the skin. They are best used before emollients, which are oil-based.

Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment as it has the function of restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants that can be added in the formulation.

Skin protectant. It creates a protective barrier on the skin to defend it from harmful substances, irritants, allergens, pathogens that can cause various inflammatory conditions. These products can also improve the natural skin barrier and in most cases more than one is needed to achieve an effective result.
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