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Cocoa Butter (Theobroma Cacao)

Cocoa butter, also called theobroma oil, is a pale-yellow, edible fat extracted from the cocoa bean. It is high in fatty acids, which is why it’s often touted for its ability to hydrate and nourish the skin and improve elasticity. The fat in cocoa butter forms a protective barrier over skin to hold in moisture.Cocoa butter is also rich in natural plant compounds called phytochemicals. These substances may improve blood flow to the skin and slow skin aging by protecting against damage from the sun’s harmful UV rays.

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Has a high content of medium chain triglycerides (fatty acids) which are ideal for reducing inflammation’ moisturising skin and helping to heal wounds.

They also have an exceptionally high content of lauric and caprylic which have excellent anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties. Using cold pressed, raw coconut oil ensures that it retains all of its natural healing qualities, making it very amenable for the most sensitive of skin.

Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii)

Shea butter is fat that’s extracted from the nuts of the shea tree which are native to West Africa.

Shea butter is typically used for its moisturizing effects. It contains high levels of linoleic acid and oleic acid. That means shea butter is easy for your skin to fully absorb and won’t make your skin look oily after application.

The plant esters of shea butter have been found to have anti-inflammatory properties.

Shea butter has significant levels of vitamins A and E, which means it promotes strong antioxidant activity. These are important anti-aging agents which protect your skin cells from free radicals that can lead to premature ageing and dull-looking skin.

Arrowroot Starch

Arrowroot is an easily digested starch extracted from the roots of the arrowroot plant, Maranta arundinacea. It is gluten free.

Candelilla Wax

Candelilla wax is a vegetable alternative to beeswax and is derived from the leaves of the small Candelilla shrub native to northern Mexico and the southwestern United States, Euphorbia cerifera and Euphorbia antisyphilitica, from the family Euphorbiaceae. It is yellowish-brown, hard, brittle, aromatic, and opaque to translucent.

Kaolin Clay

Kaolin clay is the most gentle among all the other types of clays used in skin care. The name “Kaolin” originates from “Kaoling,” a hill in China from where this clay was first obtained or mined. It is rich in “Kaolinite,” a type of mineral. It is gentle on your skin and makes it soft and healthy. Hence, Kaolin clay is suited for people with dry, sensitive, and mature skin. It can remove excess sebum from your face. It clears the skin pores, but without stripping your skin of the natural oils.

Zinc Ricinoleate

Zinc ricinoleate is the zinc salt of ricinoleic acid, a major fatty acid found in castor seed oil obtained from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant. It traps and absorbs odor molecules, making them imperceptible to the odor receptors in your nose. Simply put: it deodorizes!

Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula Angustifolia)

Lavender oil works to kill bacteria, and this can prevent and heal acne breakouts. It unclogs pores and reduces inflammation when you put it on your skin.Since lavender has antifungal properties and reduces inflammation, it can help keep eczema at bay. Lavender oil can also be used to treat psoriasis. The lavender oil helps cleanse your skin and lessen redness and irritation.

Citrus Limonum (Lemon) Oil

Lemon Oil possesses skin-tightening and toning effects, and also serves as a purifying disinfectant, making it ideal for treating oily, tired and stressed skin.

Patchouli oil

Patchouli oil is an essential oil derived from the leaves of the patchouli plant, a type of aromatic herb.In order to produce patchouli oil, the leaves and stems of the plant are harvested and allowed to dry out. They then undergo a distillation process to extract the essential oil.Patchouli oil has a characteristic scent that might be described as woody, sweet, and spicy.

Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil

Contains numerous minerals and nutrients including manganese, iron, magnesium, calcium, folate, potassium, and copper. It also contains omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and menthol which has a cool, soothing sensation.

Eucalyptus oil

Eucalyptus oil is the generic name for distilled oil from the leaf of Eucalyptus, a genus of the plant family Myrtaceae native to Australia and cultivated worldwide. Eucalyptus oil has a history of wide application, as a pharmaceutical, antiseptic, repellent, flavouring, fragrance and industrial uses. The leaves of selected Eucalyptus species are steam distilled to extract eucalyptus oil.

Aloe Vera Water (Barbados Aloe)

Arises from the flowering Aloe plant, and Aloe Vera being the most commonly used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. It was used by the Ancient Greeks and Romans to effectively treat wounds.

Aloe Vera is strongly anti-inflammatory, soothes and treats dry skin, burns, superficial acne and eczema. It also stimulates production of collagen in the skin.

Stearic Acid Wax

Palm free Stearic acid is useful as an ingredient in making cosmetics. It is an organic acid (high molecular weight and appear as white wax) it has no acid properties.This stearic acid is derived from Rapeseed Oil.Used as a stabiliser in our products.

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Vitamin C (also known as ascorbic acid and ascorbate) is a vitamin found in various foods and sold as a dietary supplement. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient involved in the repair of tissue and the enzymatic production of certain neurotransmitters. It is required for the functioning of several enzymes and is important for immune system function. It also functions as an antioxidant.

Titanium

Titanium, the ninth most common element in the Earth’s crust, is a metal commonly found in plants and animals. Titanium naturally interacts with oxygen to form titanium oxides, commonly found in ores, sands and soils.Titanium dioxide works as a UV filtering ingredient in sunscreen – it helps protect a person’s skin by blocking absorption of the sun’s ultraviolet light that can cause sunburn and is also linked to skin cancer. Pure titanium dioxide is a fine, white powder that provides a bright, white pigment.

Zinc Oxide

A white, powdery mineral with a long history of use as sun protection. Zinc oxide works as a sunscreen by reflecting and scattering UV radiation.Zinc oxide is an inorganic compound used in a number of manufacturing processes. It occurs naturally as the mineral zincite, but most of it is produced synthetically.

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.

Coffee Oil - Coffee Arabica

The coffee essential oil is derived through a cold-pressed distillation process of coffee beans. This potent essential oil smells just like a fresh cup of coffee and is packed with a wide range of antioxidants and other active ingredients that provide the oil with potential health benefits. Coffee beans come from the coffee plant, taxonomically known as Coffea arabica, and are one of the most common and sought-after plants in the world.

Avocado Oil (Persea gratissima)

Avocado oil is rich with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins A, D, and E. In addition to these avocado oil contains potassium, lecithin, and many other nutrients that can nourish and moisturise the skin. Avocado oil relieves inflammation from psoriasis and eczema. The antioxidants and vitamins in avocado oil may help to heal the dry, irritated, and flaky skin associated with eczema and psoriasis. Avocado oil can keep skin hydrated without leaving an oily residue. This may reduce the risk of acne.Avocado oil also has anti-inflammatory effects, which can help to reduce the redness and inflammation associated with acne.Avocado oil may also help wounds to heal more quickly.

Triticum Vulgare (Wheat Germ) Oil

Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil is an oil expressed or extracted from the germ of Triticum vulgare. Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil contains significant amounts of Vitamin E. Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil is used primarily as a skin conditioning agent. The Vitamin E contained in this oil benefits the skin.

Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble, essential nutrient with anti-inflammatory properties. Vitamin E helps support the immune system, cell function, and skin health. It’s an antioxidant, making it effective at combating the effects of free radicals produced by the metabolism of food and toxins in the environment.Vitamin E may be beneficial at reducing UV damage to skin.

Cymbopogon Citratus (Lemongrass) Oil

Cymbopogon Citratus (Lemongrass) Oil helps to remove impurities, detoxify the skin and leave it feeling clean and clear. Antioxidants are good for you as they help to neutralise damaging free radicals, which can be harmful to your skin.

Illicium Verum (Star Anise) Fruit Oil

Illicium Verum (Star Anise) Fruit Oil has anti-microbial components that prevent the development of bacteria, fungi, and yeast strains on the skin.

Turmeric oil

Turmeric oil contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components. These characteristics provide glow and luster to the skin. Turmeric also revives your skin by bringing out its natural glow.

Tea tree oil

Tea tree oil, also known as melaleuca oil, is an essential oil that comes from steaming the leaves of the Australian tea tree. When used topically, tea tree oil is antibacterial.

Salicylic Acid

Salicylic acid is an exfoliating agent that will remove acne causing bacteria and even slough of dark spots along with other dead skin cells.

Liquorice root extract

Liquorice root, which is considered one of the world’s oldest herbal remedies, comes from the root of the licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra).Native to Western Asia and Southern Europe, licorice has long been used to treat various ailments and flavor candies, drinks, and medicines.While it contains hundreds of plant compounds, liquorice root’s primary active compound is glycyrrhizin.Glycyrrhizin is responsible for the root’s sweet taste, as well as its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.

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