Hibiscus is a flower also known by multiple names such as rose mallow, Chinese hibiscus, China rose, and shoe flower. It is usually found in tropical regions and has 250 species. It has numerous health benefits as it is used in Ayurvedic Medicine for antitumor, antihypertensive, antioxidant, and anti ammonemia.
What are hibiscus skin benefits?
Aside from its medicinal properties, Hibiscus is starting to be more visible in the skincare industry because of its advantages to the skin with Vitamin C (0.1% Ascorbic acid) and anthocyanin as the major contributors.
Hibiscus has the following properties:
Anti-oxidant
This Vitamin C and Anthocyanin tandem work by scavenging free radicals and keeping the redox reaction in check. Thereby, preventing wrinkle formation, skin laxity, and pigment formation , toxins, and pollution.
Wound healing with hibiscus
Hibiscus is able to increase tensile strength and elasticity leading to faster and improved wound closure.
Anti-acne
Although there are no clear studies that support this claim, it is known to contain antimicrobial and astringent properties from flavonoids. It also has AHAs (alpha-hydroxy acids) that can exfoliate the skin and keep the epidermis fresh and clean.
Anti-aging
It’s called Botox Plant for a reason. With the combination of its flavonoids and terpenoids, Hibiscus promotes collagen synthesis and deposition in the Extra Cellular Matrix (ECM). As well as, hinders the breakdown of elastin; in effect, keeping the skin strong, elastic, and toned.
Hair growth Hibiscus
Based on a study done on rats, Hibiscus leaf extracts can promote hair follicle growth and hair length within 30 days.
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About the Author: Dr. Elli Reyes is a specialist of Aesthetic Medicine from the Philippines. With over four years of specialized training, her aesthetic practice has involved a variety of skin treatments involving Botox, fillers, and the like. As a licensed physician, she has been engaged by multiple clinics and is regularly interviewed by the local media as an expert in the science of the skin. Her research and writings to date have centered on nutrition, functional health, and general beauty.
