Rosa sinensis
Conditioning, Emollient
The Hibiscus plant has exotic, vibrant petals that are fanned in the shape of a trumpet. It blooms in a variety of colours including red, pale yellow and pink and has long been used as an ingredient in herbal teas and medicines, traditionally to help with loss of appetite and even colds. One of the most powerful anti-ageing plant actives; it’s no wonder Hibiscus is called the ‘Botox plant’. It has a magical reputation for increasing skin elasticity to give a stunning natural youth-boost. With the incredible ability to inhibit the activity of the enzyme elastase, which is responsible for breaking down our skin’s precious elastin, Hibiscus actively combats the ageing process by firming and lifting your skin. Due to the slightly exfoliating effect of the organic acids found in the plant, Hibiscus helps to speed up cell turnover, resulting in a more even looking skin tone. It is rich in antioxidants, and are proven to help fight skin damaging free radicals which spawn when pollutants make contact with the skin. It contains gentle acids that have a slight exfoliating effect on the skin and enhances the skin complexion. It has a naturally high mucilage content which makes a fantastic natural skin moisturizer that is gentle on sensitive skin.