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Aloe Vera Gel
A cactus-like succulent that produces a clear gel used to treat burns and other skin conditions. Has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Almond Oil
Oil extracted from almonds that contains vitamins A, B, and E to nourish and moisturize skin. Light texture that’s easily absorbed.
Apricot Kernel Oil
Cold pressed oil from apricot seeds that is high in fatty acids to soften and hydrate skin.
Avocado Oil
Thick, fatty oil with vitamins A, D, and E extracted from the fleshy fruit. Deeply moisturizes and promotes skin collagen.
Baking Soda
Also known as sodium bicarbonate, it is a fine powder used as a mild exfoliant, cleanser, and deodorizer.
Beeswax
Natural wax produced by honey bees used as an emulsifier, cleanser, and humectant in cosmetics. Also used for candles.
Bentonite Clay
A clay derived from aged volcanic ash. Used as an absorbent face mask to draw out impurities and toxins from skin.
Black Willow Bark
Natural extract that contains the salicin precursor to salicylic acid to help exfoliate skin and fight acne.
Calendula Extract
Extract of marigold flowers that helps heal damaged and irritated skin and provides an antioxidant boost.
Camellia Seed Oil
Oil from camellia seeds and petals that contains antioxidants as well as oleic acid for a smooth, youthful complexion.
Carrot Seed Oil
Cold pressed carrot seeds yield an essential oil high in antioxidants to nourish mature or inflamed skin.
Castor Oil
A thick, sticky vegetable oil derived from castor beans. Used to condition hair and moisturize skin and nails.
Chamomile Extract
The components of German or Roman chamomile flowers provide a soothing medication for the skin.
Cocoa Butter
The edible fat from the cacao bean used to smooth and soften skin. Has a chocolate-like scent. A common ingredient in lotions and balms.
Coconut Oil
Oil derived from coconuts used as an excellent moisturizer, cleanser, and hair conditioner. Adds smooth texture.
Cornstarch
A gluten-free flour made from corn kernels. Absorbs oil and helps keep skin dry and fresh.
Cucumber Extract
Extract of cucumber, which contains nutrients like silica to tone and tighten skin while soothing puffiness and irritation.
Dead Sea Salt
Mineral-rich salt from the Dead Sea used to soften, exfoliate, and cleanse skin.
Evening Primrose Oil
An oil derived from primrose seeds with healing and regenerating properties to soothe inflammation and dry skin.
Flaxseed Oil
Obtained by pressing flax seeds, high levels of omega-3 help nourish and condition skin and hair.
Frankincense Oil
An essential oil extracted from the Boswellia tree resin. Cleanses skin while reducing scarring and the signs of aging.
Geranium Oil
Geranium flower essential oil that is astringent and helps control excess oil. Helps restore skin’s tone and texture.
Ginger Root Extract
Extract of ginger root acts as an antioxidant to help prevent free radical damage which causes aging skin.
Glycerin
Naturally derived glycerin hydrates by drawing moisture into outer skin layers and locking it in.
Grapefruit Seed Extract
Vitamin C rich essential oil from grapefruit seeds which naturally tightens and tones skin.
Grape Seed Oil
Pressed from grape seeds, this oil contains antioxidants to moisturize and rejuvenate skin by improving elasticity.
Green Tea Extract
Concentrated form of green tea high in polyphenols and antioxidant EGCG to detox and combat aging skin.
Hemp Seed Oil
Hemp seed oil is high in omega fatty acids and vitamins E, C and B complex to nourish and smooth skin.
Honey
A natural antibacterial, antioxidant and humectant used to soothe, hydrate and heal skin in creams, masks and scrubs.
Horsetail Extract
Extract of the horsetail fern supports skin elasticity, provides silica, and is rich in antioxidants like selenium.
Jojoba Oil
Liquid plant wax that closely resembles skin’s sebum. Easily absorbed to soften skin and hair without clogging pores.
Lavender Oil
Lavender flower essential oil reduces inflammation and irritation while providing a natural, floral scent to skin care.
Lemon Essential Oil
Cold-pressed lemon rinds produce this vitamin-C essential oil to brighten, cleanse and tone skin naturally.
Macadamia Nut Oil
A gentle, protective oil extracted from the macadamia nut. Helps restore moisture barriers in mature or dry skin.
Mango Butter
Natural fat extracted from the mango seed, high in fatty acids. Softens, smoothes and moisturizes skin.
Meadowfoam Seed Oil
Cold pressed meadowfoam seeds produce an oil with long-chain fatty acids to deeply moisturize and nourish skin.
Neem Seed Oil
Pressed from the fruits and seeds of the Neem tree, this oil soothes itchy, irritated skin with its natural antibacterial properties.
Oat Kernel Extract
Colloidal oatmeal helps relieve irritation associated with various skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis.
Olive Oil
Oil extracted from olives that contains fatty acids and vitamins A, D, E and K. Used as a moisturizing agent for smooth, supple skin.
Orange Peel Oil
Uplifting citrus essential oil cold pressed from orange rinds. Contains vitamin C to brighten dull skin.
Palmarosa Essential Oil
An aromatic essential oil from grassy palmarosa herbs to hydrate and balance skin. Helps control bacteria and fungus.
Pomegranate Seed Oil
Cold pressed pomegranate seeds create an oil rich in antioxidants to nourish, protect and heal mature or irritated skin.
Potato Starch
Starchy flour from potatoes that soothes sunburned or sensitive skin while absorbing excess oil.
Pumpkin Seed Oil
Styrian pumpkin seeds produce this anti-aging oil high in fatty acids, minerals and carotenoids to renew skin.
Radish Root Ferment
Fermented radish root brightens and hydrates skin while providing lactic acid to smooth texture.
Rice Bran Oil
This nourishing oil high in fatty acids comes from the outer layer of brown rice grains. Softens and evens skin tone appearance.
Rose Essential Oil
Rose petals produce an aromatically soothing essential oil to balance, hydrate and calm sensitive or inflamed skin.
Rose Hip Oil
Oil extracted from rose hips is high in linoleic and linolenic fatty acids to deeply moisturize while fighting aging skin.
Rosemary Leaf Extract
Extract from rosemary leaves has a toning effect and stimulates circulation when applied topically to the skin.
Safflower Oil
Flavorless, colorless oil extracted from safflower seeds moisturizes dry skin and hair without clogging pores.
Sage Leaf Extract
Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic sage leaves produce an extract to balance oily skin and soothe irritation.
Sea Buckthorn Oil
From a yellow-orange berry containing vitamins and antioxidants. Nourishes mature and sun-damaged skin.
Sea Kelp Bioferment
Fermented sea kelp nourishes skin with vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants.
Sea Salt
Unrefined coarse salt crystals exfoliate dead skin cells while mineral-rich brine soothes the skin.
Sesame Seed Oil
Oil derived from sesame seeds is naturally antibacterial and can help prevent skin infections. Also used as a moisturizer.
Shea Butter
Fat derived from shea tree nuts that hydrates dry skin very effectively. Has some anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties as well. Creamy in texture.
Soybean Oil
Emollient plant oil high in fatty acids, vitamin E and lecithin to moisturize and nourish skin cells. Has a stabilizing effect in emulsions.
Spearmint Oil
Extracted from spearmint leaves to gently treat skin irritation like acne, dermatitis or hives while providing a pleasant aroma.
St. John’s Wort Extract
Herbal extract with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Improves skin healing and appearance of scars.
Sunflower Seed Oil
Non-greasy oil rich in vitamins A, C, D and E extracted from sunflower seeds to help skin retain moisture.
Sweet Almond Oil
Extracted from almonds, high in fatty acids to keep skin soft and hydrated. Mild scent suitable for sensitive skin.
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Distilled from the Melaleuca alternifolia plant with antifungal and cleansing abilities. Used topically to treat skin conditions.
Tomato Seed Oil
Cold pressed tomato seeds yield this antioxidant-rich oil to fight skin aging caused by sun damage or poor diet.
Turmeric Root Extract
Anti-inflammatory extract of turmeric root helps treat skin conditions like eczema, acne and psoriasis.
Vanilla Extract
A skin soothing antioxidant derived from vanilla beans with a sweet, warm scent used in lotions and creams.
Vegetable Glycerin
Natural humectant derived from plant oils hydrates skin by trapping moisture without clogging pores.
Vitamin E Oil
Antioxidant vitamin E in oils like wheat germ or almond help fight skin aging and protect against UV damage.
Watermelon Seed Oil
Oil from watermelon seeds absorbs well and is high in fatty acids. Helps moisturize and condition dry skin and hair.
Wheat Germ Oil
Oil extracted from the germ of wheat kernels supports skin cell renewal and elasticity as we age. Rich in vitamin E.
White Willow Bark Extract
Natural source of salicylic acid that helps exfoliate dead skin cells and clear pores.
Witch Hazel Extract
Distilled witch hazel extract helps clean excess oil from skin and reduces inflammation.
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Sweet, floral essential oil used to balance sebum production in oily or combination skin.