INCI name

HIBISCUS ESCULENTUS SEED EXTRACT

Okra seed extract

An extract of okra seeds used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Hibiscus esculentus seed extract is an extract of the crushed seeds of okra, Hibiscus esculentus (also classified as Abelmoschus esculentus), of the mallow family (Malvaceae). CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums, eye care products and masks.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or solvent.

Functions

Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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