Ingredient
Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus (Okra) Extract
INCI name: Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract
Hydrolyzed okra extract
Abelmoschus esculentus hydrolysate
Okra mucilage hydrolysate
What it is
An enzymatically hydrolyzed extract of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus / Hibiscus esculentus), rich in mucilaginous polysaccharides.
How it works
The hydrolyzed polysaccharides form a thin bio-adhesive film on the skin that helps hold moisture and conditions the surface.
What it does
Humectant
Skin conditioning
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.