Hedera Helix Extract
Hedera Helix Extract, also known as English Ivy Extract, is a popular botanical ingredient used in UK skincare and haircare for its soothing and toning properties. Derived from the leaves of the common ivy plant, it is valued for helping to refresh and firm the appearance of skin while providing a lightweight, natural feel in creams, serums and scalp treatments.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, Hedera Helix Extract functions primarily as a soothing and conditioning agent. It is often included in formulations to help improve the appearance of skin tone and texture, lending a fresh, tightened feel particularly in toners, body creams and anti-cellulite products. The extract blends well with both water-based and emulsion systems, offering a mild, naturally derived way to enhance the sensory profile and visible firmness of cosmetic products without heaviness.
Key benefits
- Helps improve the appearance of skin firmness and tone
- Soothes and conditions the skin for a refreshed look
- Supports a healthy-looking scalp and hair feel
- Provides lightweight hydration in moisturising formulas
- Enhances the toning effect in body care products
- Contributes a natural botanical profile to clean beauty formulations
Best for
normal skin, oily skin, combination skin, mature skin, dull skin
Where it comes from
Hedera Helix Extract is obtained from the leaves of Hedera helix, commonly known as English Ivy or Common Ivy, a hardy evergreen climbing plant native to Europe including the UK.
Products with Hedera Helix Extract
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Hedera Helix Extract than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.