Base
Hordeum Vulgare Leaf Juice*
Organic barley leaf juice, rich in nutrients and antioxidants.
Usually helps with
Hydration, antioxidant support
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, texture enhancement
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Olivate
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water components.
Usually helps with
Stabilizing the formula
A plant-derived humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*
Organic sunflower seed oil, rich in linoleic acid and vitamin E.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, antioxidant support
Exfoliant
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Seed Powder*
Provides physical exfoliation. Can be too abrasive for some skin types.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation, smoothing
Watch for
Potential for micro-tears if used too aggressively
Fragrance
Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Oil
Provides a natural citrus scent. Can be phototoxic or irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Photosensitivity, potential irritation
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Olivate
An emulsifier derived from olive oil, similar to Cetearyl Olivate.
Usually helps with
Stabilizing the formula
Active
Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract
A fermented pomegranate extract that can help with skin texture and hydration.
Usually helps with
Skin texture, hydration
Active
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
Contains natural salicylates (BHA) for gentle exfoliation and pore clearing.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation, pore clearing, anti-inflammatory
Watch for
Potential for mild irritation in sensitive individuals
Antioxidant
Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract
Elderberry extract, rich in antioxidants.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Soothing
Arnica Montana (Arnica) Extract*
Organic arnica extract, known for its soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, calming
Soothing
Borago Officinalis (Borage) Leaf Extract*
Organic borage leaf extract, rich in GLA, known for its soothing and moisturizing benefits.
Usually helps with
Soothing, moisturizing
Soothing
Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Flower Extract*
Organic calendula extract, known for its anti-inflammatory and skin-healing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, healing
Antioxidant
Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Extract*
Organic alfalfa extract, rich in vitamins and minerals.
Usually helps with
Nourishing, antioxidant support
Soothing
Spiraea Ulmaria (Meadowsweet) Extract*
Organic meadowsweet extract, known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, anti-inflammatory
Emollient
Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil*
Organic olive oil, a rich emollient and source of fatty acids.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, nourishing
Vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, skin conditioning
A mild, plant-derived surfactant used for cleansing.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Glucoside
An emulsifier derived from glucose and fatty alcohols.
Usually helps with
Stabilizing the formula
A humectant that also has preservative properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Absorbent
Kaolin (White Clay)
A gentle clay that helps to absorb excess oil and impurities.
Usually helps with
Oil absorption, purification
Watch for
Can be drying if overused
A natural gum used to thicken the product's texture.
Usually helps with
Texture enhancement
Fragrance
Citrus Aurantium (Bergamot) Peel Oil
Provides a citrus scent. Can be phototoxic and irritating.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Photosensitivity, potential irritation
An emollient ester that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
An extract with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, soothing
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Palmitate
An emulsifier derived from sorbitol and palmitic acid.
Usually helps with
Stabilizing the formula
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Caprylate
An emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent.
Usually helps with
Stabilizing the formula, skin conditioning
The base solvent for the formulation.
Usually helps with
Dissolving ingredients
Chelating Agent
Sodium Phytate
A natural chelating agent derived from phytate acid.
Usually helps with
Stabilizing the formula
Colorant
CI 77491 (Red Iron Oxide)
A mineral-derived colorant.
Usually helps with
Coloring the product
Can be drying and irritating for some skin types, though often used in small amounts for formulation stability or to aid absorption.
Usually helps with
Solvent, enhancing penetration
Watch for
Drying, potential irritation
A component of citrus essential oils, often used for fragrance. Can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Skin irritation, allergen
A component of floral and citrus essential oils, often used for fragrance. Can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Skin irritation, allergen
A component of pine and other essential oils, used for fragrance. Generally considered less irritating than limonene or linalool.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for mild irritation