aloe vera juice / gel Extracted from inside the leaves of the plant, native to Africa and known by the Ancient Egyptians as ‘the plant of immortality’.
Improves appearance of dry/damaged skin. Restores moisture, reduces itching & flaking. Creates a protective barrier on the skin. Protects against free radicals & promotes youthfulness.
papaya fermented extract From the fruit, likely originating in southern Mexico.
Properties
Vitamin A, C, E, potassium, papain, high in antioxidants.
Benefits
Hydration. Fights free radicals. Fermentation hastens delivery of essential nutrients to the skin. Increased bioavailability of enzymes to penetrate at a deeper level. Aids wound healing. Treats skin conditions like eczema & psoriasis.
aloe vera juice / gel Extracted from inside the leaves of the plant, native to Africa and known by the Ancient Egyptians as ‘the plant of immortality’.
Improves appearance of dry/damaged skin. Restores moisture, reduces itching & flaking. Creates a protective barrier on the skin. Protects against free radicals & promotes youthfulness.
arnica flower extract From dried yellow flowers of the plant belonging to the sunflower family. Native to Europe, commonly grown in Mexico and used in traditional medicine for thousands of years.
Increases skin elasticity. Helps with age spots plus healing & caring for blemishes. Beneficial for acne, psoriasis, eczema, reducing swelling & bruising. Inflamed skin or swollen areas can be assisted in their healing while coverage is applied.
blackcurrant fruit extract From the small berries of the plant originating in northern Europe & America.
Properties
Rich in fatty acids & antioxidants, vitamin C & A, beta-carotene, antibacterial properties, anti-inflammatory properties.
Benefits
Assists in premature ageing. Nourishes dry & damaged skin. Adds nutrients to replenish cells. Assists skin disorders while inflammation can be calmed. Restores a natural glow.
buriti fruit oil Extracted from the fruit of the Moriche palm native to tropical South America. The oil is said to provide the richest known source of beta-carotene – even more than carrot seed oil!
camellia seed oil From the plant traditionally found in China & Japan. Camellia oil absorbs so quickly into the skin because its molecular weight is a near-match to that of human skin.
Properties
Rich in oleic acid, high in vitamins A, B & D plus omegas 3, 6, & 9, has more naturally occurring antioxidants than almost any other botanically derived oil, retains moisture.
Benefits
Dries fast, absorbing quickly into the skin. Creates a silky texture & protects skin from free radicals & environmental pollutants. Super moisturising but does not clog pore. Gives skin a non-greasy silky texture while adding vitamins & omegas.
carrot oil / root extract Extracted through steam distillation from the seeds of the wild carrot plant, native to Europe.
Properties
Rich in beta-carotene, vitamins A & E, balances moisture, antibacterial, antioxidants, lubricates external layer of skin, rejuvenating properties, high carotol content, anti-aging properties.
Benefits
Helps soften dry & cracked skin. Prevents UV damage & addresses fine lines. Regulates skin’s sebum production and moisturises skin to encourage youthfulness.
castor seed oil From the pressed seeds/beans of the castor oil plant, native to tropical Africa & Asia.
Properties
Essential fatty acids, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, rich in antioxidants, vitamin E, omegas 6 & 9, proteins, natural humectant, penetrates into the skin to boost collagen production.
chia seed oil From the seed of the flowering Salvia hispanica plant cultivated originally in Mexico & South America. Chia seeds are said to have been used by Mayan & Aztec cultures for supernatural powers. Also considered the richest botanical source of omega-3 fatty acids found in nature.
ginkgo leaf extract From the leaf of the plant also known as maidenhair & used medicinal herb since ancient times. Originated in Asia, Europe & America, ginkgo biloba is the world’s oldest living tree species!
Properties
Antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, cleansing properties, vitamin E.
sodium hyaluronate Naturally derived from a corn- based fermentation process. Babies are born with large amounts of hyaluronic acid in their skin, it decreases as we age. Skin starts to wrinkle and sag. Replacing hyaluronic acid helps to reduce the signs of ageing by plumping the skin with moisture.
Properties
A humectant (moisture-binding ingredient), protects the skin from UVB rays, promotes collagen production.
Benefits
Keeps skin hydrated. Diminishes fine lines. Improves elasticity & skin health. Increases sun protection. Improves tone, fullness & suppleness of skin.
Gentle on sensitive skin. Balances moisture in the skin. Anti-ageing & protects against environmental stressors. Reduces the appearance of age spots. Treats dry skin. Helps boost skin’s natural immunity.
jojoba seed oil A wax formula produced from seeds of the jojoba plant native to Arizona, California, and Mexico. Our skin is made up of natural wax esters (called sebum) which lock in moisture to keep skin looking healthy & hydrated. As we age sebum production decreases, meaning fine lines, dry skin & sagging. The Jojoba plant actually produces wax esters identical to our very own sebum.
Properties
Penetrates deep into the skin, essential fatty acids, powerful antioxidants & anti-inflammatory, vitamins E & B, non-allergenic, antimicrobial properties.
The production of this acid occurs by a chemical synthesis or a fermentation. The fermentation is the process by which we can produce lactic acid using natural raw material like vegetables with high concentration of starch. Both processes are plant-based.
Properties
A powerful alpha hydroxyl acid (AHA), exfoliating properties, non-irritant, slows cell water loss.
Benefits
Gently cleanses & helps congested skin. Removes dead skin cells from the surface. Treats skin conditions. Hydrates. Manages pigmentation. Promotes skin renewal & collagen production.
lemon balm flower / leaf / stem extract From the roots/flowers/stems of the plant, belonging to the mint family. Used since Ancient Greek & Roman times, also known as ‘Melissa’.
Properties
Potent antioxidants with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, caffeic acid & ferulic acid, high in flavonoids.
moringa seed extract Extracted from the seeds of the moringa or ‘drumstick tree’, extensively cultivated in parts of Africa and Asia. Widely used in traditional herbal remedies for centuries.
Properties
Vitamin A & E, oleic acid, 30 known antioxidants, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory.
papaya fermented extract From the fruit, likely originating in southern Mexico.
Properties
Vitamin A, C, E, potassium, papain, high in antioxidants.
Benefits
Hydration. Fights free radicals. Fermentation hastens delivery of essential nutrients to the skin. Increased bioavailability of enzymes to penetrate at a deeper level. Aids wound healing. Treats skin conditions like eczema & psoriasis.
prickly pear seed oil Extracted from small black seeds of the cactus, native to North & South America and Mexico.
Properties
Lightweight, fast-absorbing oil, rich in essential fatty acids & antioxidants, vitamins E, K & A, contains a high concentration (60.5%) of linoleic acid, anti-inflammatory benefits.
quandong fruit extract Extracted from the fruit native to central & southern desert of Australia. Quandong has the second highest level of antioxidants in all fruit!
Properties
Antioxidants, vitamin C & E, magnesium, folate, phenolic acids, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, essential fatty acids.
Benefits
Anti-ageing. Fights free radicals. Protects skin from the elements. Reduces inflammation. Excellent source of hydration.
witch hazel leaf extract Extract from the leaves & bark of the shrub origination in North America.
Properties
Removes excess oil from the skin, anti-inflammatory, antioxidants, balances skin pH; reduces acne.
Benefits
Refreshes skin. Fights free radicals. Encourages a clearer complexion by minimising pores. Reduces puffiness around the eyes. Assists in recovery from sun damage. Refreshes & tightens skin.
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