EVENING PRIMROSE OIL: Calming, cleansing, and moisturizing herb. A superb emollient and skin nutrient, high in essential fatty acids, especially gamma-linolenic acid. INCI NAME: Oenothers Biennis.

EYEBRIGHT: An herb with astringent, cleansing, and anti-inflammatory properties. INCI NAME: Euphrasia Officinalis.

FATTY ACIDS: Oils found in vegetable and animal fats. Saturated fatty acids are palmitic and stearic. Some unsaturated fatty acids are oleic, linoleic, and linolenic acids (excellent emollients for the skin). Fatty acids are necessary for regulating healthy skin and pre-mature aging.

FRUIT JUICES: Blend of juice derived from all different types of fruits. Depending on the product they can be from lemons, oranges, apples, berries, etc. These fruits contain natural aha acids that have been scientifically proven to help stimulate and speed skin cell renewal.

GINKGO: An herb that helps increase blood flow and oxygenation to energize the skin. Has anti-oxidant properties making it an excellent anti-aging ingredient. INCI NAME: Ginkgo Biloba.

GLYCINE DERIVATIVE: We have seen this ingredient listed on the label of skin care products under several brand names that claim they do not preserve their products. We believe it is actually sodium hydroxymethylglycinate. If you see this term on any labels you need to email that company and ask them to tell you exactly what it is.

GLYCOSAMINO GLYCANS/MUCOPOLYSACCHARIDES: Found in all plants. Sodium hyaluronate and other glycosamino glucans are vital moisturizers and lubricants present in the interstitial spaces between epidermal cells. The absence of these lubricating moisturizers can accelerate the deterioration of the skin’s collagen, resulting in the loss of elasticity, flexibility and tonicity. They are conditioning, moisturizing, and promote suppleness & firmness.

GOTU KOLA: Very soothing and healing herb that assists in reducing inflammation and redness of skin irritations, blemishes and burns. INCI NAME: Centella Asiatica.   

GRAPE SEED: Contains the powerful anti-oxidant proanthocyanidin, which supports the actions of vitamin E and beta-carotene, and increases the action of Vitamin C. Encourages wound healing, regenerates damaged blood vessels, and helps clear potentially pathogenic bacteria from wounds. Also enhances the formation of epidermal tissue, and has anti-inflammatory properties. INCI NAME: Vitis Vinifera.

GRAPE SEED OIL: Ultra fine oil pressed from grape seeds with especially non-allergenic properties. Moisturizing and nourishing due to its high linoleic acid content. May be a free-radical scavenger. INCI NAME: Vitis Vinifera.

GRAPEFRUIT SEED: Grapeseed is extracted from grapefruit seeds and is thought to be a natural preservative, bactericide, and stabilizer. INCI NAME: Citrus Grandis.

GREEN TEA: Potent anti-oxidant that offers 20 times the free radical scavenging effects of Vitamin E. It increases the effect of sunscreens and studies have found that it may help prevent skin cancer from UV rays as well. Green tea also helps reduce irritation caused by glycolic acid, and also has anti-cellulite properties. Many of our skin care formulas contain this potent ingredient. INCI NAME: Camellia Sinesis.

GUAR GUM: A natural resin from the seeds of an Asian tree. Thickener, plasticizer and emulsifier. INCI NAME: Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba.

GUM ARABIC: Harvested from the stem or trunk of the acacia tree. It's also known as acacia gum. INCI NAME: Acacia Gum.
 

HAMAMELIS WATER: (Witch Hazel) An astringent herb that possesses the ability to soothe the skin. It is derived from of the leaves and bark of the Hamamelis Virginiana plant and helps heal blemishes, reduce oiliness, and soothe bruises and sprains. INCI NAME: Hamamelis Virginiana.

HEMP SEED OIL: High in essential omega fatty acids. Has a mild nutty odor and is naturally dark in color. Absorbs well. INCI NAME: Cannabis Sativa.

HONEY: A natural skin softener used in formulation as an emollient, and humectant. Honey is anti-fungal and anti-bacterial, suggesting that it contains anti-microbial ingredients. It offers high levels of hydrogen peroxide. Peroxide stimulates white blood cells that initiate the body’s immune response to infection. Honey contains other significant amounts of vitamins, including vitamin c and trace amounts of iron, copper, manganese, calcium, potassium, sodium, phosphorus and magnesium, all possibly adding to honey’s wound healing effect. INCI NAME: Honey.

HORSE TAIL: A natural astringent, it is very high in silica, which helps to soften, heal and smooth the skin. It helps strengthen vein and capillary walls and is rich in a variety of minerals. INCI NAME: Equisetum Arvense.  

HYALURONIC ACID: Collagen and elastin supporter. A protein occurring in the skin that appears to bind water in the interstitial spaces between skin cells while it forms a gel-like substance to hold these cells together. INCI: Sodium Hyaluronate or Sodium Hyaluronic Acid.

HYDROLIZED WHEAT PROTEIN: A conditioning and moisturizing ingredient. Naturally derived from wheat gluten. INCI NAME: Hydrolized Wheat Protein.

IRON OXIDE: A naturally occurring compound of iron and oxygen. Used as a natural colorant. INCI NAME: Iron Oxide.

JOJOBA OIL/ JOJOBA WAX BEADS: The “wax” is a semi-solid fraction of jojoba oil in the form of tiny, smooth “beads”. Used in facial and body scrubs for their gentle polishing action, they slowly melt on the skin, releasing their moisturizing properties. The oil is expressed from the vanilla shaped beans found on shrubs in the arid deserts of southwest America. INCI NAME: Simmondsia Chinensis.

KOJIC ACID: Derived from sugar mold. It is a tyrosinase inhibitor that helps slow the production of melanin. It lightens discoloration, inhibits UV caused irritation, and promotes healing. INCI NAME: Kojic Acid.

KUKUI NUT OIL: From the Hawaiian kukui nut, it is very emollient, very moisturizing. High in Vitamins A, E & F, it revitalizes, assists in rejuvenating and softening the skin. INCI NAME: Aleurites Moluccans.

LACTIC ACID: One of the five most beneficial AHAs, it is naturally occurring in milk fermentation. A mild exfoliant that helps reduce wrinkles and improve the skin’s texture. Very softening and moisturizing. INCI Name: Lactic Acid.

LANOLIN: Natural ingredient commonly used in natural lip stick, and balms, etc. INCI NAME: Lanolin Anhydrous.  

LAVENDER: Known for its calming effects. Very aromatic.

LECITHIN: Present in all living cells, it is a waxy oil derived from soybeans and eggs that has great water binding abilities, and acts as an anti-oxidant, and emulsifier. INCI NAME: Lecithin.

LEMON PEEL/EXTRACT: Very astringent and has a wonderful clean, fresh scent. INCI NAME: Citrus Medica Limonum.

LICORICE ROOT: Rebalances dermal cells & helps reduce the formation of melanin, (pigment that gives skin color). Offers significant healing effects, plus firming, soothing, emollient and anti-bacterial benefits. INCI NAME: Glycyrrhiza Glabra.

MACADAMIA NUT OIL: Has a wonderful nutty natural scent and may be a beneficial anti-oxidant. INCI NAME: Macadamia Integrifolia.

MANGO BUTTER: A great alternative to shea butter. INCI NAME: Mangifera Indica. 

MARINE MINERAL COMPLEX: Our unique combination of numerous varieties of Seaweed, Algae, Spirulina, and Kelp, which contain the same vital nutrients, trace elements, minerals, and amino acids present in human blood plasma. Because of this, they can penetrate the skin more readily than most other ingredients. Minerals from algae are rich in amino acids, sea protein, anti-oxidants, and vitamins. They can hydrate and soften the skin. Did you know that there are more than 20,000 different known species of algae? Certain forms of kelp are rich in iodine and co-enzymes which make them valuable as a skin supplement for helping to normalize cellular functions. INCI NAME: Various, depends on formula.

MARSH MALLOW: A soothing and healing herb that benefits chapped, dry, and irritated skin. It may also beneficial in the treatment of wounds, burns, skin inflammation, insect bites, and bruises. INCI NAME: Althaea Officinalis.

MEADOWFOAM SEED OIL: Meadowfoam seed oil is derived from the seeds of Alba plants grown in Oregon. The seeds are harvested within their first year of growth and at that immature age they have 97% fatty acid content and a very small molecular structure. This structure makes this oil one of the most penetrating oils available in the skin care industry and it is one of the most stable lipids known. INCI NAME: Limnanthis Alba.

MEADOWSWEET: An anti-oxidant that helps heal inflammatory skin conditions. Contains a high percentage of natural salicylic acid to help smooth, re-texurize and reduce inflammation in congested tissue. It also has toning and healing properties due to its astringent action. INCI NAME: Filipendula Ulmaria.  

METHYL/PROPYL PARABENS: Preservative combination with anti-microbial abilities that prevent the formation of bacteria. Due to the latest research on potenial estrogen increases and potential breast cancer risks we no longer add parabens to our products.

MICA: A natural mineral found on the earth's surface used to add color to skincare and makeup. INCI NAME: Mica.

MULTI-FRUIT ACID COMPLEX: There are many varieties of multi-fruit acids found in plants, vegetables, and fruits but five in particular have been scientifically proven to be the most beneficial. These five include glycolic, lactic, citric, malic, and tartaric acids. Glycolic acid, from the heart of the raw cane sugar plant has the smallest molecular structure, allowing for the deepest penetration. Next comes lactic from milk, followed by citric from citrus fruit, malic, found abundantly in apples, and tartaric from fruit fermentation, similar to that found in wine sediment. The combination of acids help speed exfoliation and stimulate cellular renewal, increasing skin’s thickness. By speeding up the skin’s natural exfoliation process, tone and texture is improved, while pores remain clear. This acid complex also helps boost the production of new collagen in the skin where the dermis and epidermis meet, which improves skin firmness and elasticity. INCI NAME: Various, depends on formula.

MUCOPOLYSACCHARIDES/GLYCOSAMINO GLYCANS: Found in all plants. Sodium hyaluronate and other glycosamino glucans are vital moisturizers and lubricants present in the interstitial spaces between epidermal cells. The absence of these lubricating moisturizers can accelerate the deterioration of the skin’s collagen, resulting in the loss of elasticity, flexibility and tonicity. They are conditioning, moisturizing, and promote suppleness & firmness.

NATURAL CREAM BASE: See cream base listed above.

OAT EXTRACT: Soothing, healing properties. INCI: Avena Sativa.

OAT BRAN PROTEIN: An amino acid with soothing properties. Stimulating, cleansing. INCI NAME: Avena Sativa.

OLIVE OIL: An ingredient nutrient rich oil for the skin. INCI NAME: Olea Europaea.

ORANGE PEEL: Very refreshing and acts as an astringent. INCI NAME: Citrus Aurantium Dulcis.  

PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE 3: See Tripeptide 5.

PANTHENOL/PRO VITAMIN B5: In the skin it aids moisture retention (ability to both hold and attract water) and increases elasticity. It helps heal skin problems such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis and diaper rash and soothes burns. In hair care it increases the water content of the hair shaft, which leads to increased elasticity. It is an excellent scalp nutrient and hydrator, which creates more manageability, better shine, less static electricity, and improved softness. INCI NAME: d-Calcium Pantothenate.

PAPAIN/PAPAYA: This fruit is used in our formulations when it contains the highest content of “papain”. As the fruit matures this powerful enzyme decreases. To protect this “active” enzyme a low heat extraction must be maintained. It is an excellent free-radical scavenger and cellular renewal ingredient with the ability to digest protein (exfoliates), selecting only dead cells without harming the living ones. INCI NAME: Carica Papaya.

PASSIONFRUIT: Known for healing, anti-itch properties. INCI NAME: Passiflora Incarnata.

PECTIN: An enzyme extracted from citrus fruits and apples. Used as a thickener, and gelling agent that is very soothing to the skin.

PHENOXYETHANOL: Paraben free preservative used to protect against bacteria.

PHYTOSISTOL^®: Our proprietary blend established at our facility. Please contact our company for more information about this specialized ingredient.

PINEAPPLE: Contains the enzyme bromelin, which is very effective in exfoliating the skin. INCI NAME: Ananas Sativus.

POLYGLUCOSE/DECYL POLYGLUCOSIDE: Vegetable/sugar based mild surfactant that gently but thoroughly cleanses. INCI NAME: Decyl Glucoside.

POLYSORBATE 20: A salt or ester of oleic acid (from olive oil). Helps to blend oil and water together. INCI NAME: Polysorbate-20.

POMEGRANATE: Known as a very powerful anti-oxidant. Punica Granatum. We also use Pomegranate Oil, which is high in flavonoids and also rich in anti-oxidants. INCI NAME: Punica Granatum.

POTASSIUM SORBATE: Food grade preservative used to protect against bacteria.

POWDERED MILK: Like liquid milk it contains “natural” lactic acid. Lactic acid is one of the five most beneficial AHAs. A mild exfoliant that helps reduce wrinkles and improve the skin’s texture. Very softening and moisturizing. INCI NAME: Dry Milk.

PUMPKIN: Enzymes in the whole “pumpkin”, including the seeds, exfoliate dead skin cells while promoting skin repair. It cleanses, conditions, and moisturizes while helping to firm the skin. Pumpkin is an excellent source of anti-oxidants, vitamins and essential elements the skin needs. INCI NAME: Cucurbita Pepo.

 PUMPKIN SEED OIL: Soothing, moisturizing, and healing, high in sterols and vitamin E. INCI NAME: Cucurbita Pepo.

RED RASPBERRY: Rich in minerals, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), flavonoids, tannins, and ellagic acid. A super anti-oxidant that is soothing, astringent and exfoliating. INCI NAME: Rubus Idaeus.

RESVERATROL: Coming soon.

RETINYL PALMITATE: Form of Vitamin A that combines retinol (pure Vitamin A) and palmitic acid. A primary anti-oxidant, free radical scavenger and cell renewal ingredient. Acts as a skin normalizer with the ability to either moisturize dry skin, or reduce excess oil in oily skin.

RICE BRAN: Contains high percentage of oleic acid and penetrates very well. INCI NAME: Oryza Sativa.

ROSE/ROSE WATER: Rose water is one of the most ancient and revered beauty treatments used today. It “enlivens” dry, mature and wrinkled complexions, and also to soothes sensitive skin at any age. INCI NAME: Rosa damascena.

ROSEHIPS: The fruit of the rose bush, high in Vitamin C, soothing, moisturizing, and hydrating to the skin. May help protect against capillary damage and firm the tissues. INCI NAME: Rosa Canina.

ROSEHIP SEED OIL: Very high in fatty acids and perfect for dry, dehydrated skin. INCI NAME: Rosa Rubiginosa.

ROSEMARY: An herb with anti-oxidant, cleansing, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal properties. May cause irritation when used on large amounts. This is present in only one product; our wash and in a small amount only. INCI NAME: Romarinus Officinalis.  

SAFFLOWER OIL: An incredible choice for hydrating skin. INCI NAME: Carthamus Tinctorius.

SAGE/CLARY SAGE: Antiseptic, astringent, clarifying, softening, and cell regenerating. Good for oily, congested complexions. It also helps preserve moisture and is slightly astringent. It is used to control greasy hair and dandruff, and is also stimulating the scalp, which encourages healthy hair growth. INCI NAME: Salvia Officinalis.

SALICYLIC ACID: Occurs naturally in wintergreen leaves, sweet birch and other plants. Topically it is an anesthetic, a sunscreen and a fungicide with a mild peeling effect. INCI NAME: Salicylic Acid.

SEA BUCKTHORN: Grows on the sand dunes by the sea and produces a yellow berry. The liquid wax from the berry is very compatible with the lipid structure of the skin and provides a strong water retentive and skin moisturizing quality. INCI NAME: Hippophae Rhamnoides.

SEA MINERAL COMPLEX: See Marine Mineral Complex. INCI NAME: Various, depends on formula.

SEA SALT: Natural salt. INCI Name: Sodium Chloride.

SHEA BUTTER: A skin protector, emollient. From the nut of the karate nut tree; a cellular renewal ingredient that has excellent nourishing and moisturizing benefits for the skin. It is known as a natural “sun block”. INCI NAME: Butyrospermum Parkii.

SODIUM HYALURONATE: Collagen and elastin supporter. A protein occurring in the skin that appears to bind water in the interstitial spaces between skin cells while it forms a gel-like substance to hold these cells together. INCI NAME: Sodium Hyaluronate.

SODIUMHYDROXYMETHYLGLYCINATE: See glycine derivative listed above.

SORBITOL: Derived from apples, cherries, berries, plums, pears, algae, wheat and/or seaweed. Feels velvet smooth when applied on the skin. Used as a humectant, emulsifier and thickener in formulations. INCI NAME: Sorbitol.

SOY PEPTIDES: Improves skin texture, circulation and tone. Also helps to reduce darks circles. INCI NAME: Soy Peptides.

SOY PROTEIN: Amino acid and lipid rich to help aid cellular regeneration. Helps increase elasticity and soften lines and wrinkles. INCI NAME: Soy Protein.

SOYBEAN OIL: Rich in fatty acids and vitamins A & E; readily absorbs into the skin. INCI NAME: GLYCINE SOJA.

SQUALANE: Nutrient rich oil derived from olives. It is a natural bactericide and healer. INCI NAME: Squalane.

ST. JOHNS WORT:  Known for its firming and anti-biotic properties. INCI NAME: Hypericum Perforatum.

STEARIC ACID: (Vegetable) A white, waxy fatty acid derived from cascarilla bark, and palm lipids, and used as an emulsifying agent. INCI NAME: Stearic Acid.

STEARYL ALCOHOL: An emulsifier and thickener found in a variety of vegetable fats. Also acts as an emulsion stabilizer, emollient, anti-foam agent and lubricant. INCI NAME: Stearyl Alcohol.