Himefuuro Extract
What Himefuuro Extract is & what it does
Himefuuro Extract is a botanical extract derived from Geranium thunbergii, a plant traditionally used in Japan and sometimes called Himefuuro. In skincare formulas it is used as a plant-based conditioning additive and is associated with tannin-type compounds that may offer antioxidant-style support. It is generally included at low levels for its botanical positioning rather than as a primary active.
What does Himefuuro Extract do in skincare?
Himefuuro Extract is a botanical extract from Geranium thunbergii used as a plant-based conditioning additive. It is associated with tannin-type compounds that may offer antioxidant-style support to a formula. It is generally included at low levels for its botanical positioning rather than as a primary active.
Is Himefuuro Extract natural or synthetic?
Himefuuro Extract is a naturally derived ingredient obtained from the Geranium thunbergii plant. It is processed and standardized for cosmetic use, but its origin is botanical rather than synthetic.
Is Himefuuro Extract vegan?
Himefuuro Extract is plant-derived, coming from a geranium species, so the ingredient itself is suitable for vegan formulas. Whether a finished product is fully vegan still depends on its other ingredients and the brand's sourcing and testing policies.
Sunscreens with Himefuuro Extract
We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:
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Skin Aqua Nexta Shield Serum UV Essence SPF 50+ Pa ++++
87/100
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Nivea UV Super Water Gel SPF 50+ Pa++++
79/100
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Nivea Sun Protect Super Water Gel Spf 50/Pa+++
79/100
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Hada Labo 50 Megumi Anti-Uv Cream Spf 50+ Pa++++
79/100
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Kaya Ultra Light Aquagel Sunscreen Spf 25
70/100
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Kaya Skin Clinic Youth Protect SPF 50 Sunscreen
65/100
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Shinzu'i Whitessentials Brightening Serum Sunscreen SPF 35 Pa+++
61/100