Complex: Valerian Extract + Hops. Get to know it
Valerian and Hops Extracts Complex from EssentialSeries is a ‘Complex’ formula that combines two premium-quality extracts with complementary effects: standardised valerian root with valerenic acid, and hops flower standardised in flavone.
The use of these two plants in combination has been chosen for their direct nutritional mechanisms, which interact positively with each other, complementing their adaptogenic and sleep-supporting actions.
A natural plant-based formula to help you sleep better and feel good at night.
A combination you can’t miss
Valerian: What it is and what it’s used for
Valerian is a plant native to Europe and Asia, scientifically known as Valeriana officinalis. Its root contains bioactive compounds like valerenic acids, which are linked to its functional effects. It has been traditionally used for its nutritional properties. Today, valerian is mainly used as a food supplement, especially in extract form, which is more concentrated and offers better quality control.
As a food supplement, valerian is mainly used for the following properties:
- Helps you fall asleep.
- Supports calmness in cases of irritability.
- Contributes to optimal relaxation.
Hops: What it is and what it’s used for
Hops is a plant scientifically known as Humulus lupulus, native to Europe, Western Asia and North America. It’s especially well-known for its flowers, or cones, which contain compounds like flavonoids. These compounds are responsible for both its distinct taste and its functional properties.
As a food supplement, hops has earned a solid reputation for its effects:
- Contributes to optimal relaxation and healthy sleep.
- Helps women cope with menopause-related symptoms such as hot flushes, sweating, restlessness and irritability.
Valerian + Hops: The complex you didn’t know you needed
The combination of hops and valerian extracts in our complex is based on the complementarity of their bioactive compounds, which produce similar effects that enhance each other. Both plants have long been valued for their relaxing and sleep-related properties, as mentioned above. When combined, they create a balanced formula that maximises the benefits of both extracts in supporting healthy nighttime routines naturally.
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Highly concentrated standardised extracts
Not all plant extracts are created equal. Their quality depends on factors such as the part of the plant used, its concentration, the method used to concentrate it, and the standardisation in terms of the compounds and their quantity.
At HSN, we’re specialists with over a decade of experience working with herbal extracts in our formulas, and our team conducts an extensive review of scientific literature to identify the ideal parameters for each plant we use in our products.
Of course, our Valerian and Hops Extracts Complex is no exception. Everything has been thoroughly standardised to ensure the highest quality, making it a top-tier formula with no rivals.
| Plant | Part | Concentration | Standardisation |
| Valerian | Root | 5:1 | 0.8% valerenic acid |
| Hops | Flower | 10:1 | 2.5% flavone |
A key formula for rest and relaxation
The properties of hops and valerian extracts make this formula the ideal food supplement for use as part of your nighttime routine, thanks to their sleep- and relaxation-supporting features.
What’s more, the formula includes vitamin B6, which:
- Contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system.
- Supports normal psychological function.
Completing the formula in the best possible way.
Combinations with Melatonin and other formulas
Given this formula’s association with sleep, many people ask: 'But I want to use, or I’m already using, melatonin – can I take both products together?'
Valerian and Hops Extracts Complex has no known negative interactions and is fully compatible with melatonin, GABA, 5-HTP, and other ingredients traditionally linked to similar effects; in fact, it works perfectly with formulas like Evoptogen or Sleep Care Powder.
References
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- Chen, T. Y., Hiyama, A., Muramatsu, M., & Hinotsu, A. (2022). The Effect of Lavender on Sleep Quality in Individuals Without Insomnia: A Systematic Review. Holistic Nursing Practice, 36(4), 223–231.
- Koulivand, P. H., Khaleghi Ghadiri, M., & Gorji, A. (2013). Lavender and the nervous system. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2013, 681304.
- Xu, Y., Ma, L., Liu, F., Yao, L., Wang, W., Yang, S., & Han, T. (2023). Lavender essential oil fractions alleviate sleep disorders induced by the combination of anxiety and caffeine in mice. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 302(Pt A), 115868.
- Franco, L., Sánchez, C., Bravo, R., Rodriguez, A., Barriga, C., & Cubero, J. C. (2012). The sedative effects of hops (Humulus lupulus), a component of beer, on the activity/rest rhythm. Acta Physiologica Hungarica, 99(2), 133–139.
- Kyrou, I., Christou, A., Panagiotakos, D., Stefanaki, C., Skenderi, K., Katsana, K., & Tsigos, C. (2017). Effects of a hops (Humulus lupulus l.) dry extract supplement on self-reported depression, anxiety and stress levels in apparently healthy young adults: A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind, crossover pilot study. Hormones, 16(2), 171–180.
