Aloe Vera Juice

INCI:

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice

Description:

A transparent gel found in the inner leaf of the plant of the same name, aloe vera has a long association with herbal medicine, for both external and internal use.

Benefits:

The gel/juice has a reputation for its healing and moisturizing qualities, and is also anti-bacterial and anti-fungal.  It contains Vitamins B, D and carotene.

Apricot Kernel Oil

INCI:

Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil

Description:

Cold pressed from the dried kernels of the apricot fruit, the oil has been used extensively in traditional Chinese medicine.

Benefits:

Very mild and gentle with an ability to penetrate the skin without leaving an oily feel.  Nourishing and revitalizing with a high Vitamin E content.

Beeswax

INCI:

Cera Alba

Description:

A natural wax produced in the hives of honey bees, beeswax has been used since ancient times for various purposes.

Benefits:

It acts to retain moisture on the skin; it is not absorbed but forms a protective barrier against dryness.  It’s also used as an emulsifier.

Calendula

INCI:

Calendula Officinalis

Description:

Derived from marigold flowers and combined with virgin olive oil.

Benefits:

Calendula has antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and regenerating properties to soothe and soften skin.   Helps with eczema and psoriasis.

Castor Oil

INCI:

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

Description:

Cold pressed from the seeds of the castor oil plant.

Benefits:

Used as an emulsifying agent; also provides a protective barrier on the skin enhancing the moisture content.

Chamomile Floral Water 

INCI:

Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Water

Description:

Benefits:

Anti-inflammatory and repairer properties. It is also considered bactericidal, anti-itching, soothing, antiseptic, purifying, refreshing, and hypoallergenic with the ability to neutralize skin irritants.

Citrus Extract (Biosecur)

INCI:

Citrus medica limonum   (Biosecur) - USDA and Ecocert certified

Description:

An organic preservative and disinfectant that replaces parabens and quaternary ammonium compounds in products.

Benefits:

Extends shelf life of products, effective antimicrobial.

Coconut Oil

INCI:

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Description:

Semi-solid at room temperature, this pure oil is cold pressed from the white flesh inside the coconut husk.

Benefits:

Coconut oil is valued for its purity, stability and long shelf life; also for its nutritional and moisturizing properties.

Cocoa Butter 

INCI:

Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter

Description:

A rich, cream-coloured vegetable fat obtained from the cacao bean.

Benefits:

Prized for its healing and moisturizing qualities, cocoa butter is readily absorbed into the skin.  Very stable with a long shelf life, it also contains natural anti-oxidants.

Cucumber Extract

INCI:

Cucumis sativus (Cucumber) Extract

Description:

Composed of water, protein, minerals, lipids and vitamin C with emollient and moisturizing properties.

Benefits:

Cucumber is used as an astringent, also soothes itching and softens skin with its cleansing and cooling effect.

Goat's Milk

INCI:

Goat Milk

Description:

A high fat, creamy milk high in calcium, phosphorous, naturally occurring sodium, potassium, magnesium,                                          Vitamin A,  Vitamins B-1, B-2, B-6 and B-12, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin K, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin,                              Choline, and many other trace elements.

Benefits:

Goat's milk is easily absorbed by the skin and is excellent for sensitive skin, it's high fat content makes it moisturizing and conditioning. The content of triglycerides, capric, caprylic and caproic acid helps balance the skin’s natural pH and promotes natural exfoliation of dry skin.  It is reputed to be helpful for eczema and psoriasis.

Grapefruit Essential Oil

INCI:

Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil

Description:

A clear, light yellow oil cold pressed from the outer rind of the grapefruit.

Benefits:

Added to products as a natural cleanser and toner to purify oily and/or congested skin.

Grapeseed Oil  

INCI:

Vitis vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil

Description:

A pale green carrier oil extracted from wine grape seeds as a side product.   Rich in nutrients, including linoleic acid.

Benefits:

An easily absorbed, light carrier oil with astringent properties, grape seed oil has powerful anti-oxidant qualities.

Lavender Floral Water

INCI:

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water

Description:

Derived from lavender oil and valued for its mildness.

Benefits:

Cleansing and toning uses, also useful as an antiseptic.

Mallow Root

INCI:

Althea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Root Powder

Description:

Made from the root of the marsh mallow plant and used externally and internally since Egyptian times.

Benefits:

Excellent anti inflammatory and anti irritant actions, fights skin degeneration, improves skin colouration.

Neroli Floral Water

INCI:

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Water

Description:

Distilled from the bitter orange blossom with a sweet and calming fragrance.

Benefits:

An excellent skin conditioner, particularly for mature skin.

Palm Oil

INCI:

Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Kernel Oil

Description:

Derived from the pulp of the fruit of palm trees, the oil is rich in vitamin E, vitamin K and magnesium and is a natural anti-oxidant.

Benefits:

Resembling coconut oil, palm oil is mostly used in soap making.  It contains laurate to help produce a lather.

Rice Bran Oil

INCI:

Oryza sativa (Rice) Bran Oil

Description:

An orange brown oil extracted by cold pressing the outer coat of the brown rice grain;  rich in vitamins and minerals.

Benefits:

Long used in Japan to protect and replenish the skin, rice bran oil is a powerful skin protector.   Also rich in anti-oxidants.

Rose Floral Water

INCI:

Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Distillate

Description:

A transparent liquid steam distilled from rose oil.

Benefits:

Rose water has a gentle cleansing and toning effect, maintains the Ph balance of the skin.

Shea Butter

INCI:

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Fruit

Description:

An ivory coloured substance obtained by crushing, boiling and straining the seed of the Shea tree.   Traditionally used in central Africa.

Benefits:

Rich in cinnamon acid, with protective and emollient qualities, it can be used as a moisturizing agent and also as protection from UV rays.

Sugarmulse

INCI:

Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Cetearyl Glucoside  (SugarMulse™) Ecocert certified

Description:

A PEG-free, biodegradable, plant derived self-emulsifier that is  obtained from a two-step process involving plant sugars and vegetable oils. Used as a complete self-emulsifier for moisturizing and conditioning creams and lotions.

Benefits:

Provides excellent stability and a conditioned skin feel.  The lamellar gel structure is particularly suited for delivering actives and keeping skin soft and supple.

Sunflower Oil

INCI:

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

Description:

A light yellow oil cold pressed from sunflower seeds.  Contains minerals, lecithin and vitamins A, B, D & E.

Benefits:

A gentle moisturizer suitable for both dry and oily skins, sunflower oil is deeply nourishing as a skin conditioner.

Sweet Almond Oil

INCI:

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil

Description:

Prized for its ease of absorption and skin softening properties, sweet almond oil has been in use for centuries.  It is derived from the fruit of the almond tree and cold-pressed into a light oil.

Benefits:

Rich in linoleic acid, unsaturated fats, proteins and Vitamin D, it works to soothe, nourish and soften moisture-starved, itchy skin.