Ingredients Explained: Know What’s in Your Jar

Ever wonder what makes our products so effective? We believe in complete transparency. This is your guide to the components we carefully select. Here, you can learn about the role of each ingredient and how it works to nourish, protect, and enhance your skin's natural health.

1. Glyceryl Stearate: An emulsifier that helps to stabilize and thicken formulations by facilitating the mixing of oil and water. It also acts as a skin-conditioning agent.

 

2. Cetearyl Alcohol: A fatty alcohol used as an emollient and emulsifier. It helps soften and smooth the skin while providing stability to creams and lotions.

 

3. Cera Alba (Beeswax): A natural wax produced by honeybees, known for its thickening and emulsifying properties. It also acts as a protective barrier on the skin, helping retain moisture.

 

4. Phenoxyethanol: A preservative that prevents the growth of bacteria and fungi in cosmetic products. It is often used as a safer alternative to parabens.

 

5. Triethanolamine: A multifunctional compound used as a pH balancer and emulsifier in cosmetics. It helps prevent the formation of solid particles and improves product stability.

 

6. Sodium PCA: A natural moisturizing factor that attracts and retains moisture in the skin. It is derived from amino acids and is effective in keeping skin hydrated.

 

7. Caprylyl Glycol: A skin-conditioning agent and preservative that also provides antimicrobial properties. It helps improve the texture and feel of products.

 

8. Disodium EDTA: A chelating agent that helps to stabilize formulations by binding metal ions, thus preventing degradation. It enhances the effectiveness of preservatives.

 

9. Decylene Glycol: A glycol used for its moisturizing properties and as a stabilizer. It is also noted for its mild antimicrobial effects.

 

10. Tocopheryl Acetate: A form of Vitamin E that serves as an antioxidant, helping to protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. It also moisturizes and promotes skin healing.

 

11. Alcohol Denat.: Denatured alcohol used as a solvent and astringent. It can also help enhance the penetration of other active ingredients but may be drying for some skin types.

 

12. Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract (Chamomile): Extracted from chamomile flowers, this ingredient has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, beneficial for calming irritated skin.

 

13. Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract (Lavender): Lavender extract has calming and soothing effects, making it popular in skincare and aromatherapy for its fragrance and potential skin benefits.

 

14. Panax Ginseng Root Extract: Known for its revitalizing properties, this extract boosts the skin's firmness, enhances vitality, and provides a general anti-aging effect.

 

15. Symphytum Officinale Root Extract (Comfrey): Commonly used for its healing properties, it is believed to promote skin repair and has anti-inflammatory effects.

 

16. Isopropyl Myristate
This ingredient is a lightweight, silky emollient that we use to give our products a smooth, non-greasy texture, allowing them to glide onto the skin effortlessly. It helps to soften and smooth the skin's surface while aiding in the absorption of other moisturising ingredients for deeper hydration.

 

17. Stearic Acid
A natural fatty acid found in many butters and oils, stearic acid is a key ingredient for creating a rich, stable cream. It works to reinforce the skin's natural barrier to lock in moisture and provides long-lasting hydration to keep skin feeling soft and supple.

 

18. Shea Butter
A luxurious, rich butter derived from the nuts of the African shea tree. Renowned for its intense moisturizing properties, it is packed with fatty acids and vitamins that nourish, soothe, and protect the skin, promoting elasticity and a soft, smooth complexion.


19. Cocoa Butter
Extracted from the cacao bean, this natural fat is celebrated for its decadent aroma and emollient properties. It creates a protective barrier on the skin to prevent moisture loss, leaving it feeling deeply hydrated, supple, and resilient.


20. Coconut Oil
A versatile and highly effective moisturizer, coconut oil is rich in medium-chain fatty acids. It absorbs easily to soften and smooth the skin, providing immediate hydration while also offering natural antioxidant benefits.

 

21. Mango Butter
Extracted from the kernel of the mango fruit, this rich butter is a powerful emollient. It is packed with essential fatty acids and antioxidants, which help to nourish dry skin, improve elasticity, and provide a protective barrier that locks in moisture without feeling heavy or greasy.


22. Avocado Butter
Cold-pressed from the fruit of the avocado, this exceptionally rich and creamy butter is a superb source of vitamins A, D, and E, and amino acids. It is known for its deep-penetrating moisturizing properties, making it ideal for soothing very dry, sensitive, or mature skin and promoting a softer, more supple complexion.


23. Pine & Spruce Needle Macerate (in Olive Oil)
We create this potent extract by carefully grinding fresh pine and spruce needles to release their beneficial compounds before steeping them in organic olive oil for several months. This slow, traditional method allows the oil to become fully infused with the conifers' restorative resins, vitamins, and natural antiseptic properties. The result is a deeply therapeutic macerate that soothes muscles, provides a robust antioxidant boost, and offers anti-inflammatory benefits for the skin.

 

24. Sweet Almond Oil

A light, non-greasy oil that is easily absorbed. It is an excellent source of Vitamin E, fatty acids, and proteins, making it ideal for soothing and conditioning the skin. It helps to relieve irritation and leaves the skin feeling silky and balanced.


25. Apricot Kernel Oil
This light, gentle oil is rich in vitamins A and E and oleic acid. Known for its excellent skin-softening properties, it is easily absorbed without clogging pores, making it perfect for nourishing and revitalizing the face and body.


26. Olive Oil
A classic, nutrient-rich base oil pressed from ripe olives. It is deeply moisturizing and packed with antioxidants and fatty acids that nourish the skin, support its natural barrier, and provide a soft, healthy glow.

 

Essential Oils:

27. Lavender Essential Oil
Valued for its gentle antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, it helps to soothe skin irritations, reduce redness, and calm conditions like minor blemishes. It supports the skin's natural healing process.

 

28. Bergamot Essential Oil
Known for its astringent and antiseptic qualities, it helps to purify the skin by removing excess oil and impurities, which can promote a clearer, more balanced complexion. (Note: Bergamot is phototoxic; avoid sun exposure after use.)

 

29. Lemon Essential Oil
A natural astringent with clarifying properties, it helps to tighten the appearance of pores, brighten dull skin, and gently exfoliate dead surface cells for a more radiant look. (Note: Lemon is phototoxic; avoid sun exposure after use.)

 

30. Lemongrass Essential Oil
This oil is a potent skin toner due to its astringent and cleansing properties. It helps to refine the appearance of pores, tighten the skin, and remove excess sebum for a less oily complexion.

 

31. Orange Essential Oil
Rich in antioxidants like vitamin C, it helps to protect the skin from environmental stressors, brighten the complexion, and support the skin's natural collagen production for a more vibrant glow.

 

32. Vetiver Essential Oil
Distilled from the roots, it is prized for its regenerative properties, helping to soothe inflammation and promote skin repair. It is particularly beneficial for nourishing dry, cracked, or mature skin.

 

33. Patchouli Essential Oil
It supports skin elasticity and firmness, making it beneficial for mature skin. Its antiseptic properties also help to soothe and heal minor skin imperfections and irritations.

 

34. Sandalwood Essential Oil
Appreciated for its exceptional hydrating and soothing properties, it helps to calm dry, irritated skin and reduce the appearance of redness. It forms a protective barrier to prevent moisture loss.

 

35. Basil Essential Oil
A clarifying oil with purifying and antiseptic benefits, it helps to cleanse the skin deeply, making it useful for managing the appearance of blemishes and promoting a clear complexion.

 

36. Coriander Essential Oil
Its antioxidant properties help to protect the skin from free radical damage, while its soothing nature can help to calm inflammation and reduce the feeling of discomfort in the skin.

 

37. Black Pepper Essential Oil
Its warming effect on the skin helps to stimulate local circulation, which can promote a healthy glow and aid in the delivery of nutrients to the skin's surface.

 

38. Pink Pepper Essential Oil
Rich in antioxidants, it helps to defend the skin against oxidative stress that can lead to signs of aging. It provides a gentle warming sensation to invigorate and revitalize the complexion.

 

39. Rose Geranium Essential Oil
An effective skin balancer, it helps to regulate sebum production, making it beneficial for both dry and oily skin types. It also has toning properties that can improve skin texture.

 

40. Cedarwood Essential Oil
Its astringent action helps to tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of large pores. Its antiseptic properties also make it useful for cleansing and purifying the skin.

 

41. Rosemary Essential Oil
A stimulating cleanser with potent antioxidant properties, it helps to protect the skin and improve clarity. It is often used to refresh the complexion and support a healthy-looking appearance.

 

42. Hemp Oil
Exceptionally rich in omega fatty acids, it moisturizes deeply without clogging pores. It helps to strengthen the skin's barrier, balance oil production, and soothe inflammation.

 

43. Castor Oil
A powerful humectant that draws moisture into the skin, providing deep hydration. Its thick viscosity creates a protective layer that helps to soften, smooth, and nourish dry skin.

 

44. Pine Silvestris (Scots Pine) Essential Oil
Known for its purifying and antiseptic properties, it helps to cleanse the skin deeply. Its invigorating quality can also help to refresh a tired-looking complexion.

 

45. Ho Wood Essential Oil
Valued for its gentle, soothing effect on the skin, it helps to calm irritation and redness. Its chemical composition makes it a good hydrating agent for sensitive skin types.

 

46. Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Its moisturizing properties help to hydrate and soften dry skin, while its balancing action can help to normalize sebum production in oily skin for a more even tone.

 

47. Frankincense Oil
Renowned for its skin-rejuvenating properties, it helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and scars. Its anti-inflammatory action soothes skin and improves overall tone and texture.

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