Ingredient Superstar: Hibiscus (AKA the "Botox Plant")

One of my favorite ingredients at the moment is Hibiscus. Stunning to look at, this flower offers much more than just bright colors. It offers health as well as beauty to those who use it.

Hibiscus Flower

Here are 10 benefits I uncovered about this amazing plant that I thought I'd share with you. :-)

1) Used in Ayurveda to stimulate hair growth and prevent pre-mature gray
2) Helps heal digestive issues
3) It is a natural source of AHA's (alpha hydroxy acids), which help to naturally exfoliate skin, speed up cell turnover and control acne break outs
4) May help to lower blood pressure
5) Natural cold and flu remedy
6) Rich source of vitamin C
7) Combats dandruff and hair loss
8) Can be used to treat cellulite (massage with hibiscus oil)
9) Boosts metabolism
10) Firms and lifts the skin (hence the knickname "botox plant), promotes elasticity in skin


While you can enjoy the health benefits by drinking Hibiscus tea, here are a few skincare products to try to reap the anti-aging benefits as well. ;-)

1) Annmarie Gianni Anti-Aging Facial Oil
2) Annmarie Gianni Coconut Body Oil
3) Elaa Organic Skincare Gingko Hibiscus Pomegranate Skin Lifting Mist (see review here)


Have any of you ever tried Hibiscus either as a tea or in skincare? How did it work for you? I'd love to hear your thoughts!


Peace and Love,
~Sabrina