INGREDIENTS
We de-code every single ingredient in all of our natural skincare products. This doesn’t just include the fancy active ingredients; it also includes preservatives, emulsifiers, etc, to show we have confidence in our products, take care in our formulations and have nothing to hide.
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UNREFINED JOJOBA OIL (simmondsia chinensis seed oil)*
Produced from the seed of the jojoba plant, jojoba oil is easily absorbed and suitable for even the most sensitive skin. The composition of jojoba closely resembles that of skin’s natural sebum and therefore helps to prevent excess sebum production, for natural skin balance. Jojoba oil provides a rich natural source of vitamins A, B1, B2, B6 and E. It helps promote skin healing thanks to its antimicrobial properties, which help to prevent the growth of bacterial microbes that attack the skin. Jojoba also acts as an environmental barrier and natural moisturiser to help nourish, hydrate and protect the skin.
GRAPESEED OIL (vitis vinifera oil)*
Pressed from grape seeds, grapeseed oil is highly moisturising while light on the skin and is easily absorbed with no greasy residue. Suitable for all skin types, it is good at helping to balance out both dry and oily skin. Rich in omega 6, it helps boost skin lipids (fats) and helps repair the skin’s protective barrier to increase moisture retention, elasticity and softness. Grapeseed oil contains vitamins A, B and C and is also particularly rich in vitamin E, a natural antioxidant that helps fight skin-damaging free radicals. It is also said to help with skin repair thanks to its mild astringent and antiseptic qualities.
ORGANIC BEESWAX (cera alba)*
Beeswax is highly moisturising and forms a protective barrier over the skin to help attract and retain moisture and protect against environmental damage, while still allowing the skin to breathe. Beeswax has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, while its rich source of natural vitamin A helps support cell renewal.
UNREFINED COCOA BUTTER (theobroma cacao seed butter)*
Cocoa butter is the natural, edible fat obtained from the seeds of the cocoa tree. It is the fat that is often used in chocolate! Cocoa butter is fantastic at helping to nourish, soften, condition and protect the skin to help hydrate, smooth and improve skin elasticity. Our cocoa butter is unrefined to retain its natural colour, nutrients and antioxidants and is approved by The Soil Association.
UNREFINED CHIA SEED OIL (salvia hispanica seed oil)*
Cited as one of the most nutritionally-rich foods available, chia seeds are a powerhouse of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that are essential for aiding skin regeneration. Chia seed oil is particularly rich in omegas 3 & 6, to help protect against environmental damage. Chia seed oil helps to nourish, soothe and comfort the skin while reducing redness and inflammation, for a healthy, radiant glow.
UNREFINED ROSEHIP OIL (rosa canina fruit oil)*
Sourced from the fruit of a wild rose bush, our high-quality rosehip fruit oil is rich in vitamins A and E and essential fatty acids, to aid skin rejuvenation. Vitamin A helps to support cell regeneration and help promote the production of collagen and elastin, for firmer, smoother skin with greater elasticity. Vitamin E and essential fatty acids are natural sources of antioxidants, to aid healthy skin. Rosehip seed oil is particularly beneficial for dry, dull skin.
NATURAL VITAMIN E (tocopherol)*
Our 100% natural vitamin E from wheat germ is a great antioxidant for the skin, helping to protect against free radicals which cause damage to skin tissue. It helps soften, soothe and strengthen the skin barrier, stimulates skin cell production and aids skin repair (including scars).
GERANIUM BOURBON ESSENTIAL OIL (pelargonium graveolens flower oil)*
Steam-distilled from the flowers, leaves and stalks of the geranium plant, this essential oil is well-known for its skincare properties; for dry skin it helps to nourish and moisturise, while for oily or combination skin it helps to balance sebum production. For overall wellbeing, geranium is said to help calm the mind and ease irritability.
CORIANDER SEED ESSENTIAL OIL (coriandrum sativum seed oil)*
Steam-distilled from the seed of the coriander herb, this essential oil is said to help cleanse the skin for a clearer complexion, while from a wellbeing point of view it helps to refresh and uplift.
Linalool, geraniol, citronellol, limonene, citral – these are naturally occurring components in the essential oils that we use.
*ingredient of natural origin
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GRAPESEED OIL (vitis vinifera oil)*
Pressed from grape seeds, grapeseed oil is highly moisturising while light on the skin and is easily absorbed with no greasy residue. Suitable for all skin types, it is good at helping to balance out both dry and oily skin. Rich in omega 6, it helps boost skin lipids (fats) and helps repair the skin’s protective barrier to increase moisture retention, elasticity and softness. Grapeseed oil contains vitamins A, B and C and is also particularly rich in vitamin E, a natural antioxidant that helps fight skin-damaging free radicals. It is also said to help with skin repair thanks to its mild astringent and antiseptic qualities.
UNREFINED ROSEHIP OIL (rosa canina fruit oil)*
Sourced from the fruit of a wild rose bush, our high-quality rosehip fruit oil is rich in vitamins A and E and essential fatty acids, to aid skin rejuvenation. Vitamin A helps to support cell regeneration and help promote the production of collagen and elastin, for firmer, smoother skin with greater elasticity. Vitamin E and essential fatty acids are natural sources of antioxidants, to aid healthy skin. Rosehip seed oil is particularly beneficial for dry, dull skin.
UNREFINED CHIA SEED OIL (salvia hispanica seed oil)*
Cited as one of the most nutritionally-rich foods available, chia seeds are a powerhouse of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that are essential for aiding skin regeneration. Chia seed oil is particularly rich in omegas 3 & 6, to help protect against environmental damage. Chia seed oil helps to nourish, soothe and comfort the skin while reducing redness and inflammation, for a healthy, radiant glow.
NATURAL VITAMIN E (tocopherol)*
Our 100% natural vitamin E from wheat germ is a great antioxidant for the skin, helping to protect against free radicals which cause damage to skin tissue. It helps soften, soothe and strengthen the skin barrier, stimulates skin cell production and aids skin repair (including scars).
GERANIUM BOURBON ESSENTIAL OIL (pelargonium graveolens flower oil)*
Steam-distilled from the flowers, leaves and stalks of the geranium plant, this essential oil is well-known for its skincare properties; for dry skin it helps to nourish and moisturise, while for oily or combination skin it helps to balance sebum production. For overall wellbeing, geranium is said to help calm the mind and ease irritability.
CORIANDER SEED ESSENTIAL OIL (coriandrum sativum seed oil)*
Steam-distilled from the seed of the coriander herb, this essential oil is said to help cleanse the skin for a clearer complexion, while from a wellbeing point of view it helps to refresh and uplift.
Linalool, geraniol, citronellol, limonene, citral – these are naturally occurring components in the essential oils that we use.
*ingredient of natural origin
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WATER (Aqua/eau)*
The quality of water we use is monitored according to international guidelines on Good Manufacturing Practices known as ISO 22716.
ORGANIC VIRGIN COCONUT OIL (cocos nucifera oil)*
The oil pressed from the dried fruit of coconuts, coconut oil is an ideal skin conditioner, which is rich in vitamins and minerals and serves as a natural antibacterial and anti-fungal agent. We use the best quality organic virgin coconut oil to maximise nutritional benefit.
SWEET ALMOND OIL (prunus amygdalus dulcis oil)*
Obtained from the ripe seed kernel of the Sweet Almond Tree, historically, sweet almond oil was used in Ancient Chinese, Ayurvedic and Greco-Persian schools of Medicine to treat dry skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema. Sweet almond oil helps to smooth, soften and rejuvenate skin.
GLYCERYL STEARATE (naturally-derived)*
Glyceryl stearate is made by reacting vegetable glycerin with stearic acid, a fatty acid obtained from vegetable fats and oils. It is a skin softener and thickener, to help create the correct cream consistency for our Day Cream.
VEGETABLE GLYCERINE (naturally-derived)*
Our natural glycerine is sourced from rapeseed oil and is used to help skin attract and retain moisture, while leaving it feeling silky-soft and smooth.
CETEARYL ALCOHOL (naturally-derived)*
Cetearyl alcohol is a natural fatty alcohol (rather than a drying alcohol) and is a mixture of mostly Cetyl and Stearyl Alcohols, which are fatty alcohols that occur naturally in small quantities in plants. Cetearyl alcohol is used as an emulsifier in skincare to help combine the water and the oils within the cream and stop them from separating.
POLYGLYCERYL-3 DICITRATE/STEARATE (naturally-derived)*
Polyglyceryl-3 Dicitrate/Stearate is an emulsifier completely based on natural raw materials (glycerol, stearic acid and citric acid), to help combine the water and the oils within the cream and stop them from separating.
CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE (naturally-derived)*
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an ester of natural fatty acids. It is used as a natural skin conditioner to help soften the skin.
ORANGE FLOWER WATER (citrus aurantium amara neroli flower water)*
Offering skin rejuvenating properties and a beautiful aroma, we have used orange flower water in our Day Cream to help soften the skin.
COCO-CAPRYLATE (naturally-derived)*
Coco-caprylate is a skin-conditioner that is a mixture of esters of coconut
alcohol with caprylic acid. Providing a great natural alternative to silicones, coco-caprylate delivers superb hydration and leaves the skin feeling silky-soft, with no greasiness.
UNREFINED ROSEHIP OIL (rosa canina fruit oil)*
Sourced from the fruit of a wild rose bush, our high-quality rosehip fruit oil is rich in vitamins A and E and essential fatty acids, to aid skin rejuvenation. Vitamin A helps to support cell regeneration and help promote the production of collagen and elastin, for firmer, smoother skin with greater elasticity. Vitamin E and essential fatty acids are natural sources of antioxidants, to aid healthy skin. Rosehip seed oil is particularly beneficial for dry, dull skin.
UNREFINED JOJOBA OIL (simmondsia chinensis seed oil)*
Produced from the seed of the jojoba plant, jojoba oil is easily absorbed and suitable for even the most sensitive skin. The composition of jojoba closely resembles that of skin’s natural sebum and therefore helps to prevent excess sebum production, for natural skin balance. Jojoba oil provides a rich natural source of vitamins A, B1, B2, B6 and E. It helps promote skin healing thanks to its antimicrobial properties, which help to prevent the growth of bacterial microbes that attack the skin. Jojoba also acts as an environmental barrier and natural moisturiser to help nourish, hydrate and protect the skin.
UNREFINED CHIA SEED OIL (salvia hispanica seed oil)*
Cited as one of the most nutritionally-rich foods available, chia seeds are a powerhouse of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that are essential for aiding skin regeneration. Chia seed oil is particularly rich in omegas 3 & 6, to help protect against environmental damage. Chia seed oil helps to nourish, soothe and comfort the skin while reducing redness and inflammation, for a healthy, radiant glow.
FIREWEED (epilobium angustifolium flower/leaf/stem extract)*
Famed for its regenerative properties, innovative antioxidant Fireweed (also known as the Epilobium Flower) is often the first plant to pop up in places where the ground has been burnt from forest fires (hence its name). With proven antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, Fireweed deeply hydrates, targets free-radicals and reinforces skin barrier function, for intensely nourished, hydrated and restored skin with a healthy-looking glow.
SUNFLOWER SEED OIL (helianthus annuus seed oil)*
Expressed from the seeds of the sunflower, sunflower seed oil is rich in antioxidants, containing essential fatty acids of omega-9 oleic acid and omega-6 linoleic acid, plus high amounts of Vitamins A, D, and E. It helps with skin elasticity and inflammation.
HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID (naturally-derived)*
A fantastic active ingredient, hyaluronic acid helps boost skin’s moisture content by attracting and retaining water in the skin. It is able to hold up to 1,000 times its own weight in water, offering superior skin hydration. Hyaluronic acid also rejuvenates, plumps and smooths the skin. The hyaluronic acid we use is naturally-derived from corn and is Ecocert and COSMOS approved.
WHITE WILLOW BARK EXTRACT (salix alba)*
Salix Alba Bark Extract is an extract of the bark of the White Willow, which acts as a natural exfoliant to help remove dead skin cells and clear pores, for a more radiant, clearer complexion.
CARRAGEENAN (chondrus crispus)*
Carrageenan is the powder obtained from the dried, ground seaweed algae, Chondrus crispus. It is a rich source of nutrients and it acts as a thickener, to help create the correct cream consistency for our Day Cream.
NATURAL VITAMIN E (tocopherol)*
Our 100% natural vitamin E from wheat germ is a great antioxidant for the skin, helping to protect against free radicals which cause damage to skin tissue. It helps soften, soothe and strengthen the skin barrier, stimulates skin cell production and aids skin repair (including scars).
CITRIC ACID (naturally-derived)*
Derived from citrus fruits, citric acid is used in very small amounts in skincare to adjust the pH of products, to stop them from being too alkaline, to create the optimum pH level for the skin.
GERANIUM BOURBON ESSENTIAL OIL (pelargonium graveolens flower oil)*
Steam-distilled from the flowers, leaves and stalks of the geranium plant, this essential oil is well-known for its skincare properties; for dry skin it helps to nourish and moisturise, while for oily or combination skin it helps to balance sebum production. For overall wellbeing, geranium is said to help calm the mind and ease irritability.
CORIANDER SEED ESSENTIAL OIL (coriandrum sativum seed oil)*
Steam-distilled from the seed of the coriander herb, this essential oil is said to help cleanse the skin for a clearer complexion, while from a wellbeing point of view it helps to refresh and uplift.
SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE (naturally-derived)*
Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate is a sodium salt of the stearic acid ester of lactyl lactate. Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate is used as an emulsifier in skincare to help combine the water and the oils within the cream and stop them from separating.
SODIUM BENZOATE (Ecocert-approved preservative)
Any products that are sold that contain water (such as lotions and creams) legally require a preservative to be used, otherwise micro-organisms such as fungi and bacteria could grow in the cream and it wouldn’t be safe to use. Therefore, when we have to use preservatives we choose safe, gentle preservatives, in minimal quantities.
Sodium benzoate is a widely used food preservative, as well as a preservative for skincare. It is the sodium salt of benzoic acid and exists in this form when dissolved in water. It can be produced by reacting sodium hydroxide with benzoic acid. The preservative combination of Sodium Benzoate and Potassium Sorbate (below) is approved by Ecocert.
POTASSIUM SORBATE (Ecocert-approved preservative)
Any products that are sold that contain water (such as lotions and creams) legally require a preservative to be used, otherwise micro-organisms such as fungi and bacteria could grow in the cream and it wouldn’t be safe to use. Therefore, when we have to use preservatives we choose safe, gentle preservatives, in minimal quantities.
Potassium sorbate is a potassium salt of sorbic acid, a naturally occurring antimicrobial compound. It is used in cosmetics and personal care products as a preservative. The preservative combination of Sodium Benzoate (above) and Potassium Sorbate is approved by Ecocert.
HYDROXYACETOPHENONE (antioxidant/preservative)
Any products that are sold that contain water (such as lotions and creams) legally require a preservative to be used, otherwise micro-organisms such as fungi and bacteria could grow in the cream and it wouldn’t be safe to use. Therefore, when we have to use preservatives we choose safe, gentle preservatives, in minimal quantities.
Hydroxyacetophenone is a synthetic antioxidant and soothing agent, which also boosts the efficacy of preservatives in cosmetic formulations.
Linalool, geraniol, citronellol, limonene, citral – these are naturally occurring components in the essential oils that we use.
*ingredient of natural origin