What are the benefits of hibiscus oil for the skin?

The unsaturated fatty acids in hibiscus vegetable oil play a role in restoring the skin's lipid barrier. Oleic acid, which belongs to the omega-9 family and is naturally present in the hydrolipidic film of the skin, promotes its suppleness and elasticity. The topical application of hibiscus vegetable oil thus has beneficial properties for skin protection, as it helps to strengthen the hydrolipidic film. This acts as a shield to keep the skin hydrated and protected from external aggressions.

Particularly rich in vitamin E, hibiscus oil is an excellent antioxidant treatment to protect the skin from free radicals. As a reminder, these are reactive oxygen species naturally synthesised by the body. When subjected to stress, such as prolonged exposure to UV radiation, pollution or tobacco, cells tend to produce them excessively. Several studies have shown that hibiscus vegetable oil acts against free radicals, which are responsible for premature skin ageing, by donating an electron to them. This mechanism notably transforms hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂), which causes damage to DNA and proteins, into water (H₂O). Thus, hibiscus vegetable oil is a valuable ally for preventing skin ageing.

The vegetable oil of hibiscus also has anti-inflammatory properties, thanks to the phytosterols included in its composition. However, the mechanism by which these molecules operate has not yet been fully elucidated and further research is still required. Thus, hibiscus vegetable oil can be used to soothe cuts or minor wounds. In fact, it has been used for several centuries in North Africa to alleviate certain injuries and abscesses.

In order to benefit from the virtues of thehibiscus vegetable oil outlined above, we suggest you try our botanical firming blend. Based on 7 botanical extracts, this serum tones and regenerates the skin overnight. Its formula, rich in firming active ingredients, allows it to reduce wrinkles and fine lines while firming the skin. In this treatment, the hibiscus vegetable oil comes into play with its antioxidant properties and prevents the skin from sagging.

Suitable for all skin types, this treatment nonetheless contains essential oils, and therefore should not be used by pregnant or breastfeeding women, nor by children under the age of 6.