Ingredients glossary
ingredients glossary
WE BELIEVE IN:
- NO mineral oils
- NO artificial colours
- NO petrochemicals
- NO artificial fragrances
- NO sodium lauryl sulphate
- NO animal ingredients
- NO animal testing
- Recyclable packaging
ALGIN
Source: Powder derived from brown seaweed
Properties: Product thickening ingredient
ALOE BARBADENSIS (ALOE VERA) LEAF EXTRACT
Source: Juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe barbadensis plant
Properties: Soothing extract that has antioxidant, firming and hydrating properties
ANIBA ROSAEODORA (ROSEWOOD) WOOD OIL
Source: Oil derived from the wood of the tree aniba rosaeodora
Properties: Gentle aromatic essential oil which helps stimulate cell renewal and may help diminish wrinkles
ANTHEMIS NOBILIS (CHAMOMILE) FLOWER OIL
Source: Oil derived from the flower of the Chamomile plant
Properties: Calming properties as well as anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties
BEESWAX
Source: Naturally produced from Bees
Properties: An emollient
BENZYL BENZOATE
Source: Naturally occurring material found in some essential oils
Properties: Component in some essential oils
BETA CAROTENE
Source: Pro-vitamin A liquid commonly found in plants and carrots
Properties: Component found in carrot oil
BOSWELLIA CARTERII OIL (FRANKINCENSE)
Source: Essential oil from sap on the bark of Boswellia tree
Properties: Earthy fragrance that can reduce inflammation and promote relaxation
BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER)
Source: Butter from fruit of of the Karite Tree in West Africa
Properties: Rich, nourishing butter that softens and hydrates the skin
CALENDULA OFFICINALIS FLOWER EXTRACT
Source: Oil from the flower of the calendula officinalis plant
Properties: Enriching, anti-inflammatory and soothing ingredient
CAMELLIA SINENSIS (GREEN TEA) (WHITE TEA)
Source: Extract derived from the leaves of the camellia sinensis
Properties: Powerful antioxidant to fight free-radical damage
CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE
Source: Liquid derived from coconuts
Properties: Skin enriching emollient
CAPRYLYL/CAPRYL GLUCOSIDE
Source: Liquid derived from a vegetable source
Properties: Used to gently cleanse the skin and hair
CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) SEED OIL
Source: Oil from the seeds of carthamus tinctorius
Properties: Carrier oil that is hydrating and excellent for replenishing lost moisture
CENTELLA ASIATICA (GOTU KOLA)
Source: Small herbaceous plant, native to wetlands in Asia
Properties: Skin firming
CETEARETH-20
Source: Wax derived from a vegetable source
Properties: Emulsifier and anti-foaming agent
CETEARYL ALCOHOL
Source: Wax derived from a vegetable source
Properties: Used as an emulsifier
CETYL ESTERS
Source: Wax derived from a vegatable source
Properties: Gives products body and fullness
CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA MATRICARIA FLOWER EXTRACT
Source: Oil extract derived from the flowers of the chamomile
Properties: Used for its calming, purifying and regenerating properties
CITRIC ACID
Source: Powder derived from citrus
Properties: Balances pH levels of products
CITRUS GLAUCA (DESERT LIME) FRUIT EXTRACT
Source: Australian native tree that thrives in semi-arid regions of eastern Australia
Properties: Fruit acids for gentle exfoliation, minerals for a rejuvenation effect and improved appearance of skin
CITRUS GRANDIS (GRAPEFRUIT) SEED EXTRACT
Source: Extracted from the seed of the grapefruit
Properties: Natural preservative and antioxidant ingredient
COCO-GLUCOSIDE
Source: Liquid derived from a vegatable source
Properties: Gently cleanses the skin and hair and produces foam
CUCUMIS SATIVUS (CUCUMBER) FRUIT EXTRACT
Source: Extracted from the fruit of the Cucumber
Properties: Skin cooling properties, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA (CARROT) ROOT EXTRACT
Source: Liquid derived from the carrot
Properties: Used to rejuvinate dry, sun damaged skin and rich in vitamin A
DAVIDSONIA PRURIENS (DAVIDSON’S PLUM) FRUIT EXTRACT
Source: Australian native sub-tropical rainforest tree
Properties: Rich in vitamins, fruit acids and antioxidants and used as an anti-ageing and regenerating agent
EQUISETUM ARVENSE (HORSETAIL) EXTRACT
Source: From the dried stems of the European horsetail shrub.
Properties: Assists in rebuilding skin tissue and increases skin elasticity
GLYCERIN
Source: Liquid derived from a vegetable source
Properties: Facilitates in sustaining moisture on the skin
GLYCERYL OLEATE
Source: Liquid derived from coconut & sunflower oil
Properties: Ensures that cleansing is mild, yet effective
GLYCERYL STEARATE
Source: Wax derived from a vegetable source
Properties: Used as a thickening agent
GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL
Source: Oil extracted from the soybean
Properties: Used as a carrier for extracts
GLYCOL DISTEARATE
Source: Wax derived from a vegetable source
Properties: Enhances the look of the product by giving it a pearl like finish
HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA (WITCH HAZEL) EXTRACT
Source: Made from the leaves of hamamelis virginiana
Properties: Provides anti-inflammatory properties, tones and softens the skin
HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL
Source: Oil from the seeds of the Sunflower
Properties: Rich in linoleic acid and essential fatty-acids to help maintain the skin’s moisture barrier
HELICHRYSUM ODORATISSIMUM (CERTIFIED ORGANIC EVERLASTING OIL)
Source: Comes from a daisy-like flower which grows under the Rosehip bushes
Properties: Known for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties
HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES (SEABUCKTHORN) BERRIES EXTRACT
Source: Seabuckthorn Berry
Properties: Contains essential fatty-acids, Vitamins A and E, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
HYDROXYMETHYLGLYCINATE
Source: Hydroxymethylglycinate is derived from amino acids and used as a skin and hair conditioning agent, and as a preservative
Properties: Natural preservative
HYPERICUM PERFORATUM (ST. JOHN’S WORT) EXTRACT
Source: Oil obtained from the St. Johns Wort plant
Properties: Used for its soothing and healing properties
KAOLIN CLAY
Source: Naturally occurring clay, originally from Kaoling in China
Properties: Used for its cleansing and oil absorbing properties
LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (CERTIFIED ORGANIC LAVENDER) OIL
Source: Oil derived from the Lavender plant
Properties: Used for its soothing and antibacterial properties
MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA (MACADAMIA) SEED OIL
Source: Oil derived from the nuts of the Macadamia plant
Properties: Macadamia nut oil has been shown to slow the signs of ageing and improve the appearance of scars, sunburn and other minor skin irritations
MALTODEXTRIN
Source: Powder derived from starch
Properties: Used as a carrier for extracts
OLEA EUROPAEA (OLIVE) FRUIT OIL
Source: Oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the olive
Properties: Known for its softening properties on the skin
ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) EXTRACT
Source: Derived from rice grains
Properties: Natural binding agent
ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) GERM POWDER
Source: Derived from rice grains
Properties: Gentle exfoliant and absorbent ingredient
PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS (ROSE GERANIUM) FLOWER OIL
Source: Derived from the flowers and leaves of rose geranium
Properties: Refreshing, anti-irritant cell regenerator
PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) OIL
Source: Oil extracted by pressing the flesh of the avocado
Properties: Nourishing and moisturising oil rich in vitamins A, B & D and essential fatty acids such as linoleic acid
PHENOXYETHANOL
Source: Liquid mineral derived ingredient
Properties: Used as a preservative
PISUM SATIVUM (PEA) EXTRACT
Source: Pea’s
Properties: Contains vital amino acids and proteins necessary for the production of collagen and elastin. Also reinforces the skin’s natural defence in fighting free radicals.
POTASSIUM SORBATE
Source: Powder derived from sorbic acid which is a naturally occurring material
Properties: Used as a preservative
PRUNUS ARMENIACA (APRICOT) KERNEL OIL
Source: Apricot Kernels
Properties: Rich in essential fatty acids such as oleic and linoleic acids, and vitamins A and E which help with restoring skin elasticity
ROSA DAMASCENA (ROSE) FLOWER WATER
Source: Derived from rose petals
Properties: Soothes and cools the skin and also acts as an astringent
ROSA EGLANTERIA (ROSEHIP) SEED POWDER
Source: Powder derived from rosa eglanteria
Properties: Crushed rosehips and seeds that help exfoliate the skin
ROSA EGLANTERIA (ROSE HIP) OIL
Source: Oil derived from the rosa eglanteria
Properties: High in essential fatty acids known to repair and regenerate damaged skin and hair
ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (ROSEMARY) LEAF EXTRACT
Source: Oil derived from the leaves of the Rosemary leaf
Properties: Rosemary is a rich source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, which are thought to help boost the immune system and improve blood circulation
RUBUS IDAEUS (RASPBERRY) SEED EXTRACT
Source: Raspberry Seed
Properties: High in anti-oxidants to assist with anti-ageing and repairing skin, also has anti-inflammatory properties
SANTALUM ACUMINATUM (QUANDONG) FRUIT EXTRACT
Source: Small native tree found in the dry open savannah and desert regions of Australia
Properties: Contains vitamins B2 & C to assist with cell regeneration, synthesis of collagen, elastin and keratin
SESAMUM INDICUM (SESAME) SEED OIL
Source: Oil from the seeds of sesamum indicum
Properties: Cleansing with rich natural antioxidants; vitamin A & E
SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL
Source: Oil obtained from the bean of the jojoba plant
Properties: Native Americans have traditionally used the oil as a hair conditioner and skin moisturiser
SODIUM BENZOATE
Source: powder derived from benzoic acid which is found in nature (cherry bark, raspberries)
Properties: Used as a preservative
SODIUM HYDROXIDE
Source: Liquid derived from mineral
Properties: Balances pH levels of products
STEARIC ACID
Source: Wax derived from a vegetable source
Properties: An emulsifier
SYZYGIUM LUEHMANII (LILLY PILLY) FRUIT EXTRACT
Source: Australian native tropical rainforest tree from the Myrtaceae family
Properties: Contains antioxidants and minerals to refresh, nourish and protect against the environment
TOCOPHEROL ACETATE (VITAMIN E)
Source: Natural form of vitamin E
Properties: Antioxidant used to preserve the product as well as fight free-radical damage
URTICA DIOICA (NETTLE) ROOT EXTRACT
Source: Extract obtained from the nettle plant
Properties: Stimulant for the skin that tones and firms
VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) SEED OIL
Source: Oil produced by pressing the grape seeds
Properties: Contains moisturising and nourishing properties
WATER (AQUA)
Source: Purified water
Properties: Assists with the texture of products and acts as a carrier
XANTHAN GUM
Source: Corn sugar gum
Properties: Used as a thickening agent