What it is
Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract is derived from the calyces and flowers of the roselle plant and contains organic acids, anthocyanins, and other antioxidant compounds. It is used to condition the skin and to provide antioxidant support against free-radical stress. In sunscreens it commonly appears as a supporting botanical that enhances the formula's overall conditioning profile.
Safety & warnings
This flower extract is generally well tolerated at the low levels used in cosmetics. As with many botanical extracts, sensitive individuals may rarely react, so a patch test is reasonable. It is not typically considered comedogenic.
Origin & sourcing
It is a natural extract obtained from the flowers of the roselle plant, Hibiscus sabdariffa.
Questions everyone asks
What does hibiscus flower extract do in sunscreen?
It conditions the skin and contributes antioxidant compounds that help support the skin against environmental stress.
Which plant does it come from?
It is taken from the roselle plant, Hibiscus sabdariffa, whose flowers and calyces are rich in antioxidant pigments and acids.