Ingredient Archive

Jojoba Oil contains vitamins A,B, D and E and is rich in antioxidants and high in anti-inflammatory properties . It penetrates the skin rapidly and restores the skin's natural PH. It moisturises, softens and reduces the appearance of fine lines and scarring. It is known to be highly penetrative and able to help enhance the skin's natural suppleness and elasticity.

Mango Seed Butter has known conditioning, moisturising and skin softening properties as well as being praised for its skin rejuvenating benefits. Mango Butter’s oil free creaminess is known to protect and effectively nourish and condition the skin, helping to improve its lustre and suppleness.

Cocoa Seed Butter is a fat, cold pressed from the cocoa seed. Its buttery consistency acts as a protective barrier to the skin, preserving moisture balance. It is especially suited for dry and sensitive skin. It is high in vitamin E and vitamin K, choline, magnesium, copper, and iron. Contributing to a glowing complexion, and healthy collagen and elastin levels for supple, bouncy skin.

Shea Butter is extracted from the nut of the fruit of the Shea tree. It is widely recognised as a rich, skin-softening moisturiser and emollient, as well as for its soothing nourishing and protective properties. It contains vitamins A and E which help ageing skin look younger and smoother.

Argan Oil hails from Morocco and is one of the rarest oils in the world. It's high content of vitamin C and squalene aid your skin by protecting it from the sun. It helps to rebalance the skin and combat ageing cell degeneration. This multipurpose oil is good for the skin as well as hair and nails.

Cold pressed oil derived from the castor bean is used in cosmetics as an emollient, though its unique property is that when dry it forms a solid film that can have water-binding properties. It is deeply nourishing and hydrating and therefore beneficial for ageing skin. It also offers a glossy shine and rich texture ideal for natural lipstick and glosses.

Sweet Almond Oil contains many nutrients that are good for the skin, including vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, and E, minerals, fatty acids Omegas 6 & 9 , and antioxidants. Using almond oil may help soothe and hydrate your skin and hair. Some people also use almond oil to reduce the appearance of scars, stretch marks and wrinkles, and to treat mild skin conditions including dry skin.

Glycerin is a naturally occurring molecule which increases water retention within the skin, keeping it moist and supple. This effective skincare ingredient works as a magnet to pull moisture out of both the air and the deeper layers of skin, to deliver it to the outermost layer of skin for optimal hydration. 100% palm free, derived from soy and rapeseed.

Only Water that is free of toxins, pollutants and microbes is used in the formulation of our cosmetics and skincare products to ensure that it is safe to use on the skin. Water used for this purpose is also referred to as distilled water, purified water and aqua.

Virgin soybean oil that is certified organic is very valuable. It has strong regenerative properties, helps to regulate cornification and is ideal for both oily and dry skin. This oil is very rich and moisturising, but absorbs quickly into the skin. Due to its cell-activating effect and isoflavones, soy oil is ideal for the care of mature skin.

Sunflower oil contains high levels of linoleic acid allowing it to help replenish, strengthen, and soothe skin. It is particularly beneficial for dry, dehydrated, or environmentally compromised skin, visibly repairing its barrier and leading to smoother, healthier-looking skin. It is naturally calming as well as helpful for reducing signs of skin stress or irritation.

Caprylic/capric triglyceride is derived from coconut oil and glycerine and is considered an excellent emollient and skin-replenishing ingredient. The variety of fatty acids that it contains replenish the skin’s surface and help it resist moisture loss. It is a well known ingredient for its gentle moisturising properties and replenishment of the skin.

Candelilla Wax is a plant wax that is found as a coating on a shrub which grows wild in Mexico and Texas. It is reputed to help prevent the skin from losing moisture, reduce the appearance of stretch marks as well as the signs of aging. Candelilla Wax is known to be an effective binding agent that easily fuses ingredients.

Carnauba Wax comes from the leaves of the Brazilian carnauba tree. It is a hypoallergenic emollient, and helps to thicken skin care formulations. It is a vegan-friendly alternative to Beeswax. When used in cosmetics, Carnauba wax gives the product a smooth application as well as a glossy and shiny finish.

Hydrogenated castor oil is a thickened, creamy form of castor oil. It has long been used as an antimicrobial and deeply moisturising ingredient for various skincare formulations. The hydrogenation process changes the chemical composition, allowing castor oil to perform as a wax rather than an oil. It is ideal for lip glosses, offering a glossy finish as well as hydration and softening.

Jojoba esters are produced by hydrogenating jojoba oil. Due to its remarkable similarity to natural oils produced by skin, jojoba esters are commonly used in cosmetic formulations as an emollient as well as for its moisturising and softening properties.

We use witch hazel powder in our products, dissolved into purified water. This ingredient is known to condition, tone and soothe skin. It offers refreshing and cooling properties to help calm irritation. Witch Hazel is known to effectively cleanse the skin without causing it to dry out, and to naturally brighten and aid in reducing puffiness around the eyes.

Also known as vitamin B3 or vitamin PP has been naturally derived from nicotinic acid, found in brewer's yeast. It is a multi-correctional powerhouse that addresses a wide range of skincare concerns, from uneven skin tone, dull complexion or loss of elasticity. It helps to support a healthy skin barrier, reduce moisture loss and skin dehydration. It may also help calm your skin.

Aloe Vera has been used by many cultures around the world for thousands of years to treat and cure a variety of skin conditions. The juice heals the skin and reduces redness and itching. To this day it is hailed as one of the richest sources of nutrients, minerals, vitamins and amino acids for use in skin care, treating sunburn, dry skin and so much more.

Hyaluronic Acid occurs naturally within the skin and can hold 1000 times its own weight in water. It helps the skin to retain its natural moisture by adjusting its moisture absorption depending on the humidity in the air. Our plant based hyaluronic acid helps naturally plumps the skin to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and leave the skin feeling and looking ultra hydrated and rejuvenated.

D-alpha-tocopherol is the most effective form of vitamin E. It is derived from plant sources including rice bran, or flax. Vitamin E is a naturally occurring component of healthy skin, and its second most prevalent antioxidant behind vitamin C. It offers significant antioxidant properties to help defend from pollution and other environmental stressors.

Our lactic acid is derived from vegetables and legumes. It helps to gently exfoliate the skin by removing old cells on the skin's surface by dissolving the bonds that hold them together, encouraging faster cell turnover, resulting in a brighter complexion as well as smoother and softer skin.

An extract originally from the comfrey plant, which is native to Asia and Europe. It can also be lab-created and both are effective when used in advanced skincare. It offers gentle anti-aging properties and suitable for most skin types, as well as offering moisture, rejuvenation, smoothing, healing, deep hydration and improvement in skin dullness.

Vegetable squalane is a clear fluid produced from sugarcane that offers great skin benefits. Squalane is actually a lipid naturally produced by humans and one of the main components of sebum and the hydrolipidic film. By using it topically on the skin, its benefits include moisturising and restoring the lipid barrier and protecting from dehydration.