Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is an evergreen shrub in the Malvaceae family, a genus of Hibiscus, and is an ornamental plant found widely in tropical and subtropical regions. It is known for its large, vibrant flowers, but its leaves and flowers have long been used in Ayurveda and folk medicine for hair and scalp care and health maintenance . It is used in a variety of forms, including as a hair wash, hair oil, compress, and decoction, and is a popular internal and external beauty ingredient.
Traditionally, it has been used to treat hair loss and thinning hair, combat gray hair, and treat scalp inflammation, dandruff, and itching, as well as for fever, inflammation, cough, indigestion, menstrual problems, blood pressure regulation, and sedation. Recent research, mainly at the basic research level, has reported physiological activities such as maintaining the hair follicle environment, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, supporting blood sugar and lipid metabolism, and antibacterial effects.
In terms of ingredients, it has been reported that it contains polyphenols such as flavonoids and anthocyanins , tannins , organic acids , mucilage , and plant sterols . These ingredients suggest physiological activities such as antioxidant , anti-inflammatory , antibacterial , skin and mucous membrane barrier support , metabolic balance adjustment , and blood flow and circulation support .
Characteristics of Bussouge
- Scientific name: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
- Classification: Family Malvaceae, Genus Hibiscus
- Japanese name: Bussouge (Buddha mulberry)
- Habitat: Tropical to subtropical (cultivated and naturalized)
- Parts used: Leaves, flowers (traditional use)
Main ingredients (reported examples)
- Polyphenols: flavonoids, anthocyanins
- Tannins: Condensed tannins
- Polysaccharide: Mucilage polysaccharide (mutilage)
- Organic acids: citric acid, malic acid
- Plant sterols: β-sitosterol, etc.
- Other: Trace vitamins and minerals
Expected effects (hair/scalp + health)
- Scalp environment support: With its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, it has been suggested that it may contribute to stabilizing the scalp environment, which causes problems such as dandruff, itching, and redness.
- Supports hair follicles and hair growth environment: It has been suggested that this product may contribute to maintaining a healthy hair growth environment by reducing oxidative stress and inflammatory load.
- Hair conditioning effect: It has been suggested that the moisturizing and smoothing properties of Whiplash may contribute to improving hair manageability, shine, and ease of running your fingers through it.
- Antioxidant and anti-aging support effects: It has been suggested that by suppressing active oxygen, it may contribute to maintaining the health of the skin, hair follicles, and cellular environment throughout the body.
- Anti-inflammatory and calming support effects: It has been suggested that it may contribute to the relief of inflammatory stress both inside and outside the body and to the stabilization of tissue condition.
- Supports metabolism and blood sugar balance: It has been suggested that it may contribute to maintaining the balance of glucose metabolism and lipid metabolism.
- Antibacterial and immune support effects: It has been suggested that it may contribute to stabilizing microbial balance and regulating the body's defense functions.
- Circulation and blood flow support: It has been suggested that it may contribute to promoting blood circulation and preventing chills and circulation problems.
- Supports female balance: Based on its traditional use, it has been suggested that it may contribute to regulating menstrual rhythms and hormone balance.
