natural ingredients for skin care
NOT JUST FOR HIPPIES! This is one multi-tasking essential oil! PATCHOULI is unique; some may even call it an acquired taste; however, it does wonders for the mind, body, and spirit! This rich, earthy, spicy, musky oil is one of the few essential oils that improves with age. It is grounding and balancing. For the skin, it is moisturizing and plumping, helping with the appearance of wrinkles and cellulite, and stimulating the growth of new skin cells.
As a base in aromatherapy, it is intense, heavy, and relaxing and evaporates slowly over time, so the aroma lasts longer. Including it in a blend will also slow the evaporation of the other essential oils in the mixture.
Argan Oil [Argania spinosa]
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Pressed from the kernals of the fruit of the Moroccan argan tree, argan oil is known as "Liquid Gold". It is a golden oil with a light viscosity that absorbs quickly into the skin.
benefits
Packed with anti-oxidant Vitamin E and and essential fatty acids that our skin cannot make itself and therefore just "DRINKS" it in! Known as an anti-aging oil, it absorbs deep into the skin, conditioning, balancing and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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Avocado Butter
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Extracted from the fresh fruit of the avocado tree, avocado butter is a creamy, soft yellow butter that absorbs well into skin and is rich in Vitamins A, B, G and E. Avocado butter has a fairly low melting point, allowing it to spread well and to easily seep into the skin.
benefits
It is great when used on aging skin, dry skin and sensitive skin and is one of the most skin SOFTENING butters.
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Castor Oil [Ricinus communis]
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Pressed from the whole beans of the castor oil plant, castor oil is a pale yellow oil, thick viscosity oil with a distinct (but not unpleasant) aroma that absorbs slowly into skin and is high in ricinoleic acid.
benefits
It is an excellent lubricant, preserving natural hydration levels by providing a protective barrier from the elements and leaves behind a glossy shine. Softens and nourishes.
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Coconut Oil [Cocos nucifera]
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Pressed from the flesh of the fruit of the coconut tree, coconut oil is a thick, creamy white oil that is solid at cooler temperatures and liquid at warmer temperatures.
benefits
High in skin smoothing vitamin E, lauric acid, a medium chain fatty acid, and antioxidant saturated fats Capric Acid, Caprylic Acid, Caproic Acid, and Myristic Acid. Contains anti-aging, antibacterial, antifungal and antimicrobial properties. It is very emollient and skin conditioning. It is fast absorbing and hydrates, nourishes and softens the skin. Excellent to soothe and heal cracked skin.
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Grapeseed Oil [Vitis vinifera]
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Pressed from the seeds of grapes, grapeseed oil is light green oil with a thin viscosity that absorbs quickly and feels slightly dry.
benefits
GRAPESEED OIL is an extremely LIGHT, fast absorbing oil that is known as a "drying" oil, meaning it acts as an astringent, toning the skin without leaving any oily residue behind.
Contains anti-oxidants, skin-brightening vitamin C, and is high in lineolic acid, an omega-6 essential fatty acid. Due to the astringent properties of grapeseed oil, it regulates your natural oil production and tightens the skin.
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Jojoba Oil [Simmondsia chinensis]
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Pressed from the seeds of the jojoba plant (which is actually a shrub), jojoba oil is golden in color and is high in gadoleic acid with fungicidal properties. Jojoba oil is actually a wax, not an oil, and is very similar in composition to our skins natural oil.
benefits
JOJOBA OIL, technically a wax and not an oil, is non-greasy and dissolves excess sebum (remember - only oil can dissolve oil) clearing out and reducing the appearance of pores over time. It is also rich in Vitamin E and Fatty Acids, deeply moisturizing the skin without clogging pores.
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Mango Butter
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HEALS SKIN AND MAKES IT SILKY SOFT! Known as the "Apple of the Tropics" because in the tropical regions of the world, mangoes are eaten just as frequently as apples are in the other regions of the world! Extracted from the kernels of the fruit of the Mango tree, mango butter is emollient and non-greasy with a creamy, silky texture and virtually no scent (those with a good nose may notice very a subtle mildly sweet scent), which is a major plus to those who find the deep earthy aroma of shea butter off-putting (even though the scent of raw shea butter fades in time once absorbed by the skin).
benefits
Tropical mango butter has been used for centuries in the rain forests to soften, moisturize and protect the skin and reduce the degeneration of skin cells.
Rich Vitamins A, E, C, D, B, fatty acids and omega-9! Mango butter is wonderful for reducing the visible skins of aging, along with the appearance of redness associated with inflammation. Its astringent properties make this butter perfect for tightening and toning the skin.
SKIN BENEFITS AND USES: heals, hydrates, moisturizes, nourishes, offers UV protection, protects skin from the elements, rejuvenates, restores elasticity and suppleness, smooths roughness, softens, supports elasticity, tightens
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SKIN BUTTER; IN-SHOWER TREATMENT; LEMON ROSEMARY BODY SCRUB; COFFEE BODY SCRUB
Pomegranate Seed Oil [Punica granatum]
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Pomegranate seed oil is pressed from the seeds of the pomegranate fruit. This shrub grows in the Northern Hemisphere during autumn and winter, and in the Southern Hemisphere during spring + summer.
benefits
POMEGRANATES contain the only seeds in the world with the super rare Omega-5 fatty acid, Punicic Acid. Punicic Acid possesses exceedingly strong anti-inflammatory properties - great for reducing redness in the skin. These juicy seeds also boost collagen and elasticity while fighting free radicals, great for keeping skin youthful!
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Shea Butter
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MOISTURIZES AND NOURISHES SKIN! Shea butter is a thick, creamy, beige butter with a rich nutty aroma and is easily absorbed by the skin.
Extracted from the nut of the majestic Karite Tree, know as "The Tree of Life", the fruit is cracked and the nut is separated from its outer shell, then crushed with mortars and pestles. The crushed nuts are stirred continuously as they are fire roasted, then ground into a smooth paste. The paste is kneaded with water until all of the butter rises to the top and is collected. Shea butter has been used for centuries in Africa to moisturize and heal.
We use FAIR TRADE, class A premium, RAW, unrefined shea butter in our products to preserve the integrity of its beneficial properties, maintaining its most potent skin benefits.
benefits
Rich in antioxidants, essential fatty acids, minerals and Vitamins A, E, and F, shea butter reduces redness associated with inflammation and is ONE OF THE BEST at reducing the visible signs of aging. Vitamin E balances the skin and keeps it healthy. Vitamin A is soothing and hydrating. Vitamin F contains linoleic acid which softens and soothes and supports skin elasticity.
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Sunflower Seed Oil [Helianthus annuus]
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Pressed from the seeds of the sunflower, sunflower oil is a light oil with a thin viscosity that absorbs well.
benefits
Rich in vitamins A, D, and anti-oxidant vitamin E to neutralize free radicals, keeping them from destroying or damaging healthy cells. High in linoleic acid, an omega-6 essential fatty acid. As an emollient, it locks in moisture and is nourishing and conditioning to the skin. For the skin, it is anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, fades scars, relieves dryness, supports quicker wound healing and provides a healthy glow.
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Sweet Almond Oil [Prunus dulcis]
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Pressed from the seeds within the nuts of the almond tree, sweet almond oil is a golden yellow oil with a medium viscosity and is naturally rich in Vitamins E, A, B1, B2 and B6 and high in oleic acid, a omega-9 fatty acid.
benefits
Almonds are one of the well-known "super foods", containing Omega-3 essential fatty acids, high concentrations of powerful antioxidants and superior moisturizing properties. They are GREAT in facial scrubs, as they are SO good at GENTLY ridding the skin of dead flaky cells while helping to actually moisturize and nourish all of that fresh "new" skin underneath!
It absorbs quickly into the skin and is anti-aging, deeply moisturizing, improves complexion, nourishes, smooths and softens. It is great for improving dryness, inflammation, irritation and redness.
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Pure Vitamin E Oil [Tocopherol]
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origin
Our vitamin e oil is non-gmo and made from organic plant sources.
benefits
Antioxidant rich! Vitamin E neutralizes free radicals, keeping them from destroying or damaging healthy cells. For the skin, it helps to fade scars, support quicker wound healing, soften skin and provide a healthy glow.