Ingredients
Answer all your questions about the ingredients we use with this easy ingredient breakdown!
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| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract | Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract, is a succulent plant which offers many benefits and is suited for all skin types, especially dry, damaged, broken, sensitive and irritated skin. It offers anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, humectant and soothing, anti-itch qualities for skin. |
| Aqua | Just purified H2O! |
| Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil | When used in cosmetics and personal care products, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil functions as skin-conditioning agent - emollient, skin-conditioning agent - miscellaneous and skin-conditioning agent - occlusive. |
| Argania Spinosa (Argan) Shell Powder | Argania Spinosa (Argan) Shell Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground nut shells of Argania spinosa (L.), Sapotaceae. Used as a natural exfoliator. |
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| Backhousia Citriodora (Lemon Myrtle) Leaf Oil | Lemon Myrtle essential oil is one of the fastest growing in popularity for Australian origin oils. It earns this title through its outstanding lemony aromatic properties, providing a strong fresh sent, along with numerous other beneficial properties and uses. |
| Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) | Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), a plant lipid, extracted from the karite tree is used as an emollient in cosmetics and has smoothing properties for dry skin. Shea butter doesn’t just have a rich texture; it’s also a rich source of antioxidants, including quercetin, epicatechin gallate, gallocatechin, epigallocatechin, as well as skin-replenishing fatty acids (stearic and linoleic). It is a wonderful ingredient to see in products designed to improve dry skin. |
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| Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract | In cosmetics and personal care products, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract functions as skin conditioning agent - miscellaneous. Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract also functions as a fragrance ingredient. |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride can be derived from a variety of natural sources, it’s considered an excellent emollient and skin-replenishing ingredient. It’s included in cosmetics due to its mix of fatty acids that skin can use to replenish its surface and resist moisture loss. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride can also function as a thickener, but its chief job is to moisturize and replenish skin. This ingredient’s value for skin is made greater by the fact that it’s considered gentle. |
| Caprylyl Glycol | Caprylyl glycol is a humectant, meaning it's a substance that helps the skin retain water. |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | Cetearyl alcohol is used to help soften the skin and hair and to thicken and stabilize cosmetic products, such as lotions and hair products. As an emollient, cetearyl alcohol is considered an effective ingredient for soothing and healing dry skin. |
| Cetearyl Olivate | Cetearyl olivate is the ester of cetearyl alcohol and the fatty acids derived from olive oil. It comes in the form of an oily wax. It is a non-ionic emulsifier that helps blend ingredients together in cosmetic solutions, usually ones with moisturizing properties. It’s helps soften the skin & hair and gives products a smooth and luxurious feel. |
| Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract | Commonly used to relieve inflammatory skin conditions and calm sensitive skin. Provides some antioxidant protection and can be used to soothe, moisturize and inhibit the growth of bacteria. |
| Chondrus Crispus Extract | Chondrus Crispus is a skin conditioning agent and is useful in the control of viscosity in an overall product. Due to it being a seaweed extract it is packed full of vitamins and minerals which are vital to the maintenance of healthy skin. |
| Citric Acid | Citric Acid is an alpha/beta hydroxy acid found naturally in citrus fruits such as lemons and limes. In skin care formulations, Citric Acid has protective antioxidant, and corrective antiaging effects helping to reverse visible signs of photodamage. |
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| Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract | Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract is the oil-soluble extract coming from the edible, orange part of the carrot. It is created by macerating the carrot root in a carrier oil such as sunflower or olive oil, and the resulting thing (base oil + carrot root extract) is often called carrot oil or carrot root oil. (Not to be confused with carrot seed oil, that can be fixed or essential and comes from the seeds.) The root extract is known for containing the orange pigment beta-carotene, aka provitamin A. It is a famous molecule for being a potent antioxidant, suntan accelerator and having skin-regenerative abilities. Carrot oil also contains vitamin E and some fatty acids that give the oil further antioxidant and barrier repairing properties. |
| d-Panthenol | Panthenol is a natural chemical compound closely related to vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid). In partiular, D-panthenol promotes wound healing, helps restore damaged epithelium, reduces itching and inflammation, improves skin hydration, reduces transepidermal water less, improves skin roughness, and more. |
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| Glycerin | Glycerin is a viscous, colorless and odorless liquid that has a sweet taste. It is hygroscopic in nature. It is used in the personal care industry because of its moisturizing properties. It improves smoothness, provides lubrication, and acts as a humectant. It is commonly used in soaps, skin care and hair care products. |
| Glyceryl Stearate | Glyceryl Stearate acts as a lubricant on the skin's surface, which gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance. It also slows the loss of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skin's surface. Glyceryl Stearate helps to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsified. |
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| Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water | In cosmetics and personal care products, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water functions as a skin conditioning agent. Enhancing the appearance of dry or damaged skin and help to reduce flaking and restores the suppleness of skin. |
| Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water | In cosmetics and personal care products, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water and Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Water function as a skin conditioning agents. They enhance the appearance of dry or damaged skin and help to reduce flaking and restores the suppleness of skin. |
| Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil | Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil is used in a variety of cosmetics and personal care products as an emollient. It also provides benefits such as decreasing inflammation, replenishing the skin's barrier, and improving hair loss conditions. |
| Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil Glyceryl Esters | Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil Glyceryl Esters is a PEG-free, versatile sunflower derived emulsifier. |
| Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil Polyglyceryl - 3 Esters | Hydrogenated Sunflower Seed Oil Polyglyceryl - 3 Esters is a PEG-free, versatile sunflower derived emulsifier. |
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| Kaolin | Kaolin is a naturally occurring clay mineral (silicate of aluminum) used in cosmetics for its absorbent properties. Kaolin’s absorbent properties make it a popular ingredient in clay masks for oily skin. Used too often in high amounts, it can be drying, but is otherwise a benign ingredient. |
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| Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil | Widely used plant that’s a member of the mint family. May be listed by its Latin names Lavandula angustifolia or Lavandula officinalis. Primarily a fragrance ingredient, it may have beneficial properties for skin but is also a potential sensitizer due to its fragrance components. |
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| Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil | Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil functions as a skin conditioning agent - occlusive. |
| Magnesium Aluminium Silicate | In cosmetics and personal care products, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate functions as a viscosity-increasing agent, absorbent, anticaking agent, opacifying agent, and emulsion stabilizer. |
| Mangifera Indica (Mango Butter) Seed Butter | When used in cosmetics and personal care products, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter is reported function as skin-conditioning agent - occlusive. |
| Moroccan Lava Clay | Moroccan Lava Clay is frequently used for simple body cleansing, hair and face masks, acne and pore refining. It has the ability to to absorb a great deal and draws excess oils and impurities from deep within the skin to help detoxification, rejuvenation and toning of the skin. Moroccan Lava Clay has higher mineral content than many types of clay, especially silica, magnesium and potassium, making it especially good for hair, skin and nails. |
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| Niacinamide | Also known as vitamin B3 and nicotinamide, niacinamide is a water-soluble vitamin that works with the natural substances in your skin to help visibly minimize enlarged pores, tighten lax pores, improve uneven skin tone, soften fine lines and wrinkles, diminish dullness, and strengthen a weakened surface. |
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| Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil | Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil is the oil obtained from the ripe fruit of Olea europaea. Addition of hydrogen to olive oil results in Hydrogenated Olive Oil. Olive Acid is a mixture of fatty acids obtained from olive oil, and Potassium Olivate and Sodium Olivate are salts of olive oil fatty acids. |
| Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract | Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract is the oil obtained from the leaves of Olea europaea. Addition of hydrogen to olive oil results in Hydrogenated Olive Oil. Olive Acid is a mixture of fatty acids obtained from olive oil, and Potassium Olivate and Sodium Olivate are salts of olive oil fatty acids. |
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| Pentylene Glycol | Pentylene Glycol is synthetic humectant used in cosmetics and beauty products that is also secondarily used as a solvent and preservative. It is both water and oil-soluble and can have moisture-binding and antimicrobial properties |
| Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil | Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil is a valuable source of protein, essential fatty acids and vitamins A and C. It is one of the most penetrating oils and is used to moisturize, soften and heal dry, damaged or prematurely aging skin. |
| Phenoxyethanol | Phenoxyethanol is commonly used as a preservative in cosmetic products to limit the growth of bacteria. It can be found in a range of products including skincare, body care, shampoos, makeup, as well as vaccines and other medical supplies. It is also used as a fragrance stabiliser. |
| Polygonum Cuspidatum (Resveratrol) Root Extract | Resveratrol is a stilbenoid, a type of natural phenol, and a phytoalexin produced by several plants in response to injury or when the plant is under attack by pathogens, such as bacteria or fungi. Natrual sources of resveratrol include the skin of grapes, blueberries, raspberries, mulberries, and peanuts and other root plants. |
| Polysorbate 20 | Polysorbate 20 can serve as a dispersing agent and mix oil and water, work as a fragrance solubilizer and stabilizer, act as a lubricator, and have a soothing effect on the skin. |
| Potassium Sorbate | Potassium sorbate is a potassium salt of sorbic acid, a naturally occurring antimicrobial compound. It used as a mild preservative in cosmetic and skin care formulas and as a paraben alternative to prevent or retard the growth of microorganisms and protect these products from spoiling. |
| Propanediol | Propanediol is a glycol that can enhance the absorption of ingredients (such as salicylic acid) into the skin. Propanediol can be derived naturally (from corn) or synthetically. It has hydrating properties that may leave a smooth, dewy finish. |
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| Rosa damascena (Rose) Flower Oil | Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. Inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. |
| Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract | Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract. Rosemary leaves contain the essential rosemary oil, caffeic acid derivatives, flavonoids and triterpenes. Rosemary leaf extracts have a tonic effect. They are suitable as ingredients in skin care products for tired, pale skin. |
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| Saccharide Isomerate | Saccharide Isomerate, is a water-binding agent and emollient. It is an effective moisturizer containing natural carbohydrates found in the stratum corneum of human skin. |
| Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil | Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil has moisturizing and emollient properties and can help prevent water loss from skin’s uppermost layers. Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil is a natural source of omega-6 fatty acids, and its fatty acid profile helps ensure a healthy skin barrier by complementing skin’s natural supply of ceramides and lipids. |
| Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil | Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil is the liquid wax found in the seeds of the Simmondsia chinensis plant. Its structure is different than most other oils because it is biocompatible. That means it absorbs into the skin really easily. It's rich in vitamin E, zinc, iodine, and other nourishing antioxidants, and it works like a humectant. |
| Sodium Dehydroacetate | Sodium Dehydroacetate kills microorganisms and prevent their growth and reproduction, thus protecting cosmetics and personal care products from spoilage. |
| Sodium Gluconate | Sodium gluconate is a safe and natural alternative to the synthetic chelating agents EDTA and etidronate to protect cosmetic products from discoloration and rancidity of cosmetic oils. It can also act as pH regulator as well as humectant, thanks to its molecular structure with numerous hydroxyl groups. |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | Sodium Hyaluronate helps to restore the skin's moisture, promoting a more revitalized and youthful complexion. Sodium Hyaluronate is gentle enough for use on most skin types, including acne-prone types. Sodium Hyaluronate smoothes the appearance of wrinkles and improves the skin's texture. |
| Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer | Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer. A modified form of skin-replenishing hyaluronic acid attached to a polymer structure that keeps it within skin's uppermost layers longer, allowing for enhanced hydration. Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is not animal-derived. |
| Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate | Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate is a preservative derived from the naturally occurring amino acid, glycine. It is often used in cosmetics and skin care products as a natural alternative to parabens. |
| Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate | A synthetic derived ingredient that stabilizes the water phase of moisturizers and other skincare products that contain hydrating ingredients. Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate works via its interaction with proteins and starches, where it can also help modify a product’s texture. |
| Sorbitan Olivate | A mixture of the fatty acids from olive oil plus a dehydrated sugar known as sorbitol. Sorbitan Olivate may be synthetic or plant-derived. It functions as an emulsifier and mild cleansing agent. Sorbitan-derived ingredients are considered safe for use on skin. |
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| Terminalia Ferdinandiana(Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract | Derived from a native Australian fruit, Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract contains the highest concentration of Vitamin C of most fruits (about 100 times higher than oranges), while also sporting very strong anti-oxidant properties. |
| Tocopheryl Acetate | Alpha-tocopheryl acetate (ATA) is a specific form of vitamin E that’s often found in skin care products and dietary supplements. It’s also known as tocopheryl acetate, tocopherol acetate, or vitamin E acetate. Vitamin E is known for its antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help to protect your body from damaging compounds called free radicals. |
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| Ubiquinone (CoQ10) | Ubiquinone (CoQ10), is a vitamin-like, fat-soluble substance naturally present in the body. A handful of studies have shown that coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) may help improve the appearance of signs of aging. The latest research suggests that topical application of CoQ10 has antioxidant and skin-soothing effects. |
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| Vitamin E | Vitamin E is a group of fat-soluble vitamins with antioxidant properties. |
| Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil | Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil contains high concentrations of plant flavonoids and polyphenols. Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil Extract is an antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory and has wound healing properties. |
| Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Powder | Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Powder is used in cosmetics and personal care products due to its natural antioxidant properties. And as a natural exfoliator. |
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| Xanthan Gum | Xanthan gum is used as a thickening agent and a stabilizer to prevent products from separating in cosmetics and food. It creates a gel-like texture and is also used as a carrier agent. It allows for a smooth, even application when used cosmetically. |