A list of some ingredients that are really great to use
*It is important that the ingredients are organic because if the surrounding soil contains herbicides, pesticides, and other chemicals, they would be absorbed and cause damage to the nutrients in the plant.
Organic Aloe Vera Juice is an essential first aid necessity. There are over 400 species of Aloe Vera. It's a potent healing and regenerative agent especially for burns, rashes or sunburn. Aloe Vera juice can also be taken internally to aid digestion and has been effective in soothing stomach ulcers and improving regularity of the colon, among other benefits.
Purified water (triple filtered and reverse osmosis purified) removes chemicals from water either through filters or through osmosis, which stunts the chemicals to the side leaving the remaining water chemical-free.
Organic Rosehip Seed Oil is very high in linoleic and linolenic acid (Vit F) which are essential skin nutrients; Vitamin A, which helps with cell regeneration, collagen and elastin production, leading to firmer, smoother and more elastic skin; and essential fatty acids (Vit E), which help achieve healthy skin. Studies show its regenerative success with skin problems such as scar tissue, burn scars, acne scars, surgerical scars, stretch marks, dermatitis, psoriasis, premature aging, UV and radiation damage, reduction of wrinkles, and improved overall appearance of skins natural tone and color.
Organic Avocado Oil (Persea Gratissima) is a rich and nourishing moisturizer that penetrates deeper into the skin than any other plant, making it ideal for mature skin. It is high in vitamins A (helps with cell regeneration), D (a powerful anti-oxidant and ant-carcinogen).
If you don't eat meat or fish and avoid the sun, avocados and eggs are primary sources for this essential vitamin. It is also rich in vitamin E (considered the youth mineral due to numerous benefits for anti-aging such as reducing wrinkles and fine lines, protection from UV rays, pollution and other free radicals. It also has the form of an effective, natural alcohol making it anti-bacterial and also helps regulate vitamin A). Avocado Oil is know to help stimulate collagen metabolism and slow down the visible signs of aging.
Organic Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis)a wax ester, which are naturally found in skin, is the closest in composition to the skins natural sebum so it's very easily absorbed and rarely causes reactions. It has a very slight odor and can be used as a carrier for other ingredients and oils. Jojoba oil is rich in vitamins E, and B as well as minerals such as copper, zinc and silicon chromium. Plus it has antimicrobial properties and it nourishes and revitalizes the skin.
Organic Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis), rich in vitamin D, protein, glucosides, minerals, oleic and fatty acids, is and excellent nourishing emollient helping condition the skin resulting in younger, softer looking skin. Sweet almond oil is particularly useful in relieving itchy, sore, dry and inflamed skin experienced during pregnancy.
Organic Grapeseed Oil (Vitis Vinifera) is easily absorbed and does not leave a greasy residue on the skins surface. It is a light oil rich in vitamins, minerals proteins and GLA and low in saturated fats. Grapeseed oil helps strengthen tissue cells and has very nourishing properties.
Organic Tangerine Oil (Citrus Nobilis) is a god send for mothers-to-be. It's an extremely calming and refreshing oil which relieves fatigue, stress and fluid retention while preventing stretch marks.
Organic Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii) is also very nourishing and rich. It is an excellent skin protector and effective in the treatment of scars, stretch marks, eczema, burns, acne, blemishes, severely dry skin, chapped lips and can also be used to repair very dry and damaged hair.
D-Panthenol (Vit B5) is a natural humectant used in shampoos and conditioners. It binds the hair shafts and seals the surface. It is very healing and soothing.
Non-GMO Lecithin (soybean oil) is a good restoring agent. It softens and hydrates the skin thanks to its natural moisturizing factor. Non-GMO lecithen also has the capability to penetrate deeply into the skin, delivering other ingredients to the cellular level.
Organic Sugar-Cane Ethanol is a natural solvent for herbs and delivers beneficial ingredients deep into the skin.
Organic Unrefined Beeswax (Cera Alba), another wax ester, is very hydrating, increases the essential moisture and protects the skin.
Organic Marshmallow Extract (Althaeu officinalis) traditionally used to treat inflammation. It is believed to help soothe, soften and heal skin.
Organic Witch Hazel Extract is a natural astringent and anti-inflammatory derived from the steamed distillation of twigs and shrubs. Witch hazel has been the natural toner for over one hundred years.
Organic Calendula Extract (Calendula Oficinalis) is extracted from marigold blossoms. It has anti-irritant, soothing, regenerative, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and healing properties.
Organic Rosehips Extract has trans-retinoic acids combined with unsaturated essential fatty acids making it effective in treating and regenerating damaged skin. It can help reduce scarring, stretch marks, dermatitis, fine line and wrinkles, burns, chicken pox and acne scarring, eczema scarring, psoriasis scarring and hyper-pigmentation. It is an excellent oil to re-hydrate, soothe, tone and refine the skin.
Organic Neroli (Citrus Aurantuim Amara) carries an intense scent and is best used sparingly or mixed with jojoba oil. It can be used by all skin types and is particularly beneficial for fragile, mature and dry skin.
Organic Lavender (Lavendula Angustifolia) has been known to improve circulation which actually helps in reducing cellulite and water retention. For skin troubled with acne, lavender can help due to its antiseptic and antibiotic properties. Its regenerative, calming and healing properties are suitable for all skin types.
Grapefruit Extract is a potent antibacterial and anti-fungal agent that can heal and soothe. However, watch out for this one and make sure it is only real grapefruit extract. Companies often want to avoid liabilities and opt for industrial 'grapefruit extracts' that have harmful additives such as benzethonium chloride. So it depends on the product.
Olive Extract is perfect for removing make-up. It is high in vitamin E and full of anti-oxidants. It is an excellent skin protector and helps prevent wrinkles.
Vitamin E (Tocopherol Acetate) has very high amounts of essential fats and antioxidants which help accomplish sloughing away dead skin cells and replacing them with healthy new cells leaving moisturized, soft and smooth skin. It also in an anti-inflammatory.
