Hibiscus abelmoschuus extract
AKA “Musk Mallow Extract, Abelmoschus Extract
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Hibiscus abelmoschuus extract
AKA: Musk Mallow Extract, Abelmoschus Extract
Extract · Antioxidant · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
A delicate floral extract from West African hibiscus flowers that adds a subtle, natural fragrance to the formula.
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Flower
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Anti-Inflammatory
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Traditional Use
Musk mallow has been used in traditional Ayurvedic and Unani medicine for skin conditioning and as a demulcent. The extract has been employed in historical skincare formulations in India and the Middle East for softening and soothing the skin.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dullness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR