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Aloe Vera versus Allantoin...Emollients versus Humectants...Sorbitol versus Tocopheryl... No wonder so many people are confused by the many choices in "natural" and "organic" personal care products. INCI names such as Cymbopogon Schoenanthus are the correct way to list cosmetic ingredients on a label. The FDA also requires that the chemical name be listed, even for such common ingredients as We hope this glossary of common ingredients, definitions and information will provide a convenient quick |
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| Abies Sibirica | fir needles, healing, antiseptic, antimicrobial, purifying | ||
| Acacia Senegal Extract | herb, gum arabic, food grade thickener and stabilizer, soothing | ||
| Acer Saccharum | sugar maple extract, exfoliates, smoothes, polishes, improves skin tone and texture | ||
| Alchemilla Vulgaris | Lady’s Mantle Extract: plant, astringent, antimicrobial, repairs damaged skin | ||
| Achillea Millefolium | yarrow, cleansing herb, good for inflammation, eczema, oily skin, prevention of baldness, good for sensitive and damaged skin | ||
| Aesculus Hippocastanum | horse chestnut, extract from a flowering tree, increases blood circulation, anti-inflammatory, astringent | ||
| Algae Extract | soothes and moisturizes skin, thickening agent | ||
| Alkyl Benzoate | plant derived vegetable fatty acid, emollient, thickener, water dispersant | ||
| Allantoin | from comfrey root, healing, soothing, anti-irritant, stimulates healthy tissue formation, promotes healing, protects and softens | ||
| Almond Meal | smooths and softens the skin, exfoliates dead skin cells | ||
| Almond Oil | vegetable oil from almonds, emollient, protects skin, relieves irritation and inflammation | ||
| Aloe Butter | aloe in a coconut oil base | ||
| Aloe Vera | used medicinally for thousands of years for effective healing and soothing, can help with acne and eczema | ||
| Alpha Arbutin | brightening agent, promotes lightening and an even skin tone, plant source (an extract of bearberry plant), blocks the formation of melanin, can reduce the degree of tanning after UV exposure | ||
| Alpha Hydroxy Acids | derived from sugars in certain plants, anti-aging, rejuvenates the skin's natural exfoliation process, removes layers of dead skin,smoothes wrinkles, stimulates production of collagen, minimizes enlarged pores | ||
| Alpha Lipoic Acid | natural antioxidant molecule found in every cell of the body, slows down the skin aging process, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improves the appearance of skin, reduces damage from free radicals, anti-inflammatory | ||
| Althaea Officinalis | marshmallow plant, emollient, thickener, anti-inflammatory, soothing | ||
| Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate | ammonium salts from coconut oil, surfactant, cleansing agent, foaming properties | ||
| Angelica | herb, soothes inflammation, stress reliever | ||
| Angelica Archangelica | angelica root, soothes inflammation, stress reliever | ||
| Annatto | seeds from the tropical achiote tree, used for natural coloring, antioxidant | ||
| Anthemis Nobilis | chamomile, soothing, softening effect on skin, conditioning for hair, effective for treating inflamed skin | ||
| Antibacterial | substance that kills bacteria | ||
| Anti-inflammatory | substance which reduces inflammation (swelling) | ||
| Antimicrobial | substance that kills or slows the growth of microbes like bacteria, fungi, viruses or parasites | ||
| Antioxidant | The environment can severely damage skin by oxidizing and deteriorating cells in the form of free radicals. Antioxidants fight free radicals and prevent much of this damage. | ||
| Antiseptic | agent that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms externally | ||
| Apricot Kernel Oil | light textured vegetable oil from apricots with moisturizing properties, easily absorbed, high in Vitamin E | ||
| Arnica | herbal extract, nourishing and anti-inflammatory, promotes circulation, soothes sore muscles | ||
| Articum Lappa | Burdock: plant, strengthens hair, helps restore smoothness to skin, helpful in the treatment of eczema, reduces inflammation, and soothes irritated skin | ||
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | fat soluable derivative of vitamin C, antioxidant, preservative | ||
| Astringent | substance that shrinks or constricts body tissues, relieves minor skin irritation | ||
| Avena Sativa | oat protein, anti-irritant, hydrating, soothing, antioxidant, reduces damage caused by free radicals and reduces the formation of sunburn cells, emollient | ||
| Avobenzone | effective FDA approved, broad spectrum sunscreen, effective for complete UVA and UVB protection | ||
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| Balm Mint | fragrance, healing, anti-bacterial | ||
| Basil | herb, restorative, stimulates skin's circulation and oil glands, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, healing, soothing | ||
| Bayberry | herb, aromatic, astringent and antiseptic properties | ||
| Bay Laurel | herb, aromatic, astringent and antiseptic properties | ||
| Beeswax | purified wax from the honey comb of the bee, skin softener, antioxident properties, emulsifier | ||
| Behentrimonium Methosulfate | derived from colza oil, a.k.a canola oil, anti-static, mild conditioning agent, detangler, restores and rebuilds damaged hair, anti-microbial | ||
| Bentonite | white clay, absorbs oil and toxins, cleansing | ||
| Benzoic Acid | from gum benzoin, a vegetable resin, preservative, antimicrobial | ||
| Benzophenone 3 | FDA approved sunscreen, absorbs UV light, UVB and UVA protection, A.K.A. oxybenzone | ||
| Bergamot | herb, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory properties, aromatic, skin balancer, useful for treatment of acne, soothing, stress reducer | ||
| Birch | healing, anti-inflammatory, toning, rejuvenating | ||
| Bisabolol | from chamomile, anti-inflammatory, soothing, antibacterial, good for sensitive skin, helps calm and repair tissue | ||
| Black Cohosh | traditional women's herb, thickening agent, relaxing, soothing | ||
| Borage Oil | plant oil, moisturizes dry, damaged skin, stimulates skin cell regeneration and rejuvenation, rich in minerals and gamma linoleic acid, nourishing | ||
| Boric Acid | sodium borate, a naturally occuring alkaline mineral, emulsifier and natural preservative | ||
| Burdock Extract | plant, helps restore smoothness to skin, long used as a remedy for acne, eczema, reduces inflammation, soothes irritated skin, strengthens hair | ||
| Butyrospermum Parkii | shea butter, regenerates dry skin, reduces the appearance of wrinkles | ||
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| C 12-15 Alkyl Benzoate | vegetable fatty acid, emollient and thickening agent | ||
| Calcium Ascorbate | ester C form of Vitamin C, antioxidant, penetrates into the skin to help with collagen production, anti-aging | ||
| Calendula | marigold, soothes, heals, restores, known for it's regenerative and anti-inflammatory properties, good for irritated skin | ||
| Calendula officinalis | marigold, antiseptic, heals chapped skin, soothing, good for sensitive skin, regenerative | ||
| Calophyllum oil | from a tree native to Polynesia, emollient, anti-inflammatory, healing, soothing, antioxidant | ||
| Camellia Sinensis | green tea, antioxidant, can prevent DNA damage to skin, soothing, anti-inflammatory, astringent, enhances cell function, helps protect against sun damage | ||
| Camphor | from the camphor laurel, an asian evergreen tree, soothing, helpful for chapped skin | ||
| Cananga Odorata | ylang ylang, herb beneficial for inflamed, irritated skin and controlling acne, soothing effect on mind and body | ||
| Cannabis Sativa | hemp seed oil, naturally rich in essential fatty acids, moisturizing, nourishing, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging | ||
| Canola Oil | vegetable oil, moisturizing, high in oleic acid | ||
| Capryl Glycol | coconut derived emollient, humectant, moisturizer | ||
| Caprylic Acid | amino acid derived from coconut oil, antimicrobial, emollient | ||
| Caprylic Glycol | coconut derived, humectant, emollient, preservative | ||
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | fractionated coconut oil, emollient, improves product's spreadability, helps maintain skin's moisture | ||
| Caprylyl Glycol | coconut derived humectant, emollient, preservative, increases the antimicrobial activity of certain preservatives, a.k.a. 1, 2 octanediol | ||
| Carbomer | from vegetable cellulose, thickening agent, stabilizer, helps prolong the shelf life of products | ||
| Carboxymethyl Chitosan | derived from chitin, a cellulose like compound found in fungi and crustachean shells, antibacterial, emulsifier, very hydrating | ||
| Carica Papaya | papaya, rejuvenating, anti-aging, antioxidant | ||
| Carotene | beta carotene, vitamin A, used as a coloring | ||
| Carrot Seed Oil | plant oil, emollient, improves skin elasticity and tone, combats wrinkles, helps repair damaged tissue, good for sensitve/mature skin | ||
| Carthamus Tinctorius | vegetable oil from safflower seeds with softening properties, emollient, high in linoleic acid, penetrates skin easily, moisturizing | ||
| Cassava | Tapioca Root Starch: natural plant thickener | ||
| Castor Oil | extracted from the seed of the castor plant, part alcohol and part oil, composed mainly of ricinoleic acid (87%), a fatty acid, healing, moisturizing, a.k.a. palm christi | ||
| Cedar | plant, antiseptic, astringent, good for dandruff, eczema, itchy skin and scalp, hair loss, balancing and calming effect on mood | ||
| Centella Asiatica | herb, gotu cola, antibacterial, thickener, dry sensitive skin care, tones and brightens all skin types | ||
| Cera Alba | Beeswax: purified wax from the honey comb of the bee, skin softener, antioxidant properties, and emulsifier | ||
| Cetearyl Alcohol | from coconut oil, used as an emulsifier, emollient, thickener | ||
| Cetearyl Glucoside | from corn and coconut oil, moisturizing, mild skin-friendly emulsifier | ||
| Ceteth-20 Phosphate | derivitive of cetyl alcohol (from coconut oil), emollient, conditioner, emulsifier | ||
| Cetyl Alcohol | from coconut oil, emulsifier, emollient, not related to isopropyl alcohol, not drying | ||
| Cetyl Esters | from coconut oil, thickening agent and emollient | ||
| Chamomile | calming, soothing, effective in treating sensitive inflamed skin | ||
| Chamomilla Recutita | chamomile, calming, soothing, effective in treating inflamed, sensitive skin, conditioning for hair | ||
| Chelating Agent | substance which can chemically bond with metals, minerals or other materials, used in cosmetics to reduce cloudiness | ||
| Chlorophillin Copper Complex | water soluble derivative of chlorophyll, natural coloring, deodorant and healing properties | ||
| Chondus Crispus | irish moss, a.k.a. carrageen, seaweed, emollient, thickener, binder, hydrating, nourishing, good for problem skin, eczema | ||
| Chu Hua | chrysanthemum, anti-inflammatory, clarifying | ||
| Cinnamomum Camphora | camphor, from the Asian Evergreen tree, soothing, helpful for chapped skin | ||
| Cinnamomum Cassia | cinnamon leaf, aromatic, antimicrobial, mild astringent, soothing | ||
| Citric Acid | extract from citrus fruit, natural pH adjuster, antioxidant, astringent, toning, preservative | ||
| Citronella | long used, time tested herbal insect repellent | ||
| Citrus Aurantium Bergamia | bergamot, good for oily skin, acne, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, soothing, aromatic | ||
| Citrus Aurantium Dulcis | orange fruit extract, astringent, skin conditioner, healing, clarifying, uplifting, aromatic | ||
| Citrus Dulces | sweet orange, energizing, uplifting, astringent, healing | ||
| Citrus Grandis | grapefruit seed extract, preservative, astringent, antibacterial, contains natural AHA ( alpha hydroxy acids ), which increase cell renewal and exfoliate, cleansing | ||
| Citrus Grandis Peel Oil | grapefruit peel oil, antiseptic qualities, pH balancer, also used as a fragrance ingredient | ||
| Citrus Limenioides | lime extract, antiseptic, revitalizing, hydrating, restorative, aromatic | ||
| Citrus Medica Limonum | lemon extract,astringent, good for oily skin and hair | ||
| Citrus Nobilis | mandarine orange oil, aromatic, antiseptic, promotes calmness and a sense of well-being | ||
| Citrus Paradisi | Grapefruit Extract: cleansing, antibacterial, exfoliating, a natural preservative | ||
| Citrus Pectin | thickening agent, emulsifier | ||
| Citrus Reticulate | tangerine oil, naturally antiseptic and a good astringent for oily skin. | ||
| Citrus Tangerina | Tangerine Oil: fragrant citrus oil | ||
| Clary Sage | regenerative herb, stimulates hair growth, reduces stress | ||
| Cloves | antiseptic, warming qualities, stimulant, aromatic | ||
| Cocamide MEA | fatty acid derived from coconut oil and glycerin, thickener, foaming agent, mild cleanser | ||
| Cocoa Butter | solid fat extracted from the seeds of the cocoa plant, emollient, moisturizing, soothing | ||
| Cococaprylate/Caprate | coconut derived emulsifier, emollient, lubricant, skin conditioner, antimicrobial | ||
| Coco-Glucoside Sulfosuccinate | glucose (sugar) derived, surfactant, emulsifier | ||
| Cocomide DEA | from coconut fatty acids, shampoo thickener and stabilizer | ||
| Cocomidopropyl Betaine | mild cleansing and foaming agent, surfactant, cleans gently without stripping natural oils. | ||
| Coconut Oil | emollient, easily absorbed, moisturizing, good for eczema | ||
| Cocos Nucifera | Coconut Oil: emollient, easily absorbed, moisturizing | ||
| Comfrey | herb, soothing, healing, good for aging skin, dry sensitive skin | ||
| Coneflower Echinacea Root | plant, antibacterial, anti-inflamatory, antiseptic, helps regenerate skin, helpful in treating psoriasis | ||
| Copper Gluconate | promotes healing | ||
| Corn Amino Acids | antioxidant, water binding agent | ||
| Corn Meal | cleanses,exfoliates, softens and soothes skin | ||
| Corn Starch | soothing, absorbant | ||
| Cornflower | rich in vitamins A and D, toner, anti-inflammatory, astringent, healing | ||
| Cranberry Oil | potent antioxidant, emollient, good for moisture retention | ||
| Crataegus Laevigata | Hawthorne Berry Extract: herb, moisturizing, astringent, antioxidant, anti-aging | ||
| Cucumber | astringent, soothing, cooling, skin nutrient, attracts and holds moisture to hydrate skin, tightens pores, balances oil in skin, toning | ||
| Cucumis Melo | honeydew melon high in nutrients Vitamins A and C | ||
| Cyanopsis Tetragonalba | guar gum, extracted from the guar bean, thickening agent, emulsifier, stabilizer | ||
| Cyclomethicone | silica derived (sand), emollient conditioner, detangler, adds shine to hair, water binding agent | ||
| Cyclopentasiloxane | colorless, odorless, non greasy silicone fluid, non irritating, and not readily absorbed through the skin, wetting agent, lubricating | ||
| Cymbopogon Martini | palmerosa oil, rejuvenates mature skin, antifungal, antiseptic, good for dry hair, good for both oily and dry skin | ||
| Cymbopogon Nardus | Citronella Oil: long used, time tested herbal insect repellent | ||
| Cymbopogon Schoenanthus | lemongrass extract, antibacterial qualities, astringent | ||
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| Da T' Sao | fujube, plant, astringent, anti-wrinkle | ||
| Dancus Carota Sativa | carrot seed extract, emollient oil, improves skin tone, good for sensitive/mature skin, rejuvenating, combats wrinkles | ||
| Dandelion | plant, clears up acne, eczema, skin clarifier | ||
| Decyl Glucoside | extremely mild corn derived cleanser, foaming agent, non irritating, good for sensitive skin | ||
| Dicetyl Phosphate | derived from vegetable fatty acids, emulsifier | ||
| Dihydroxyacetone | vegetable based (from sugar beets or sugar cane) tanning agent, a keto sugar reacts with the keretin protein in the top layer of skin to create the look of a tan, molecules of this ingredient are too large to penetrate the skin any deeper than the top layer | ||
| Dimethicone | derived from silica, a substance that occurs naturally in sand and rocks, emollient, skin protector and friction reducer, moisturizing, detangling agent | ||
| Disodium Cocamphodipropionate | coconut derived fatty acid, very mild cleansing agent, surfactant, conditioning, detangles hair, softens hair | ||
| Disodium Coco-Glucoside Sulfosuccinate | glucose (sugar) derived, surfactant, mixing agent | ||
| Disodium EDTA | salt derived stabilizer, viscosity adjuster, preservative | ||
| dl-Panthenol | Vitamin B 5, humectant, emollient, moisturizer | ||
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| Echinacea Purpurea | a.k.a. coneflower, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, helps regenerate skin, helpful in treating psoriasis | ||
| Elder Flowers | herb, anti-inflammatory, emollient, astringent, antiseptic, good for dry skin | ||
| Emollient | an ingredient that softens skin and prevents moisture loss | ||
| Emulsifier | ingredient added to promote the formation of a stable mixture (emulsion) of oil and water | ||
| Emusifying Wax | coconut derived emulsifier, stabilizer and thickener | ||
| Equitsetum Avense | Horsetail Leaf Extract: herb high in silica, firms skin and promotes healing, in hair products, strengthens the hair shaft, adds shine and elasticity, rich in minerals | ||
| Erythrulose | naturally ocurring sugar derivative, self tanner | ||
| Ester | compound formed by combining an acid with an alcohol, in cosmetics, usually an emollient | ||
| Ester C | combination form of vitamin C that contains mainly calcium ascorbate, anti-aging, antioxidant, stimulates collagen production, rebuilds damaged skin | ||
| Ethylhexyl Glycerin | synthetic preservative enhancer | ||
| Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate | sunscreen ingredient, UVB protection | ||
| Ethylhexyl Palmitate | vegetable source, emollient, skin conditioning agent | ||
| Eucalyptus Citriodora | Lemon Eucalyptus: natural insect repellant | ||
| Eucalyptus globulus Leaf Oil | eucalyptus oil, antiseptic, antimicrobial, antifungal, cooling, soothing | ||
| Eugenia Caryophyllus | cloves, soothing, antiseptic, aromatic | ||
| Euphrasia Officianlis | Eyebright: soothing antiseptic, good for irritated skin | ||
| Evening Primrose Oil | evening primrose flower, anti-inflammatory, emollient | ||
| Evernia Prunastri | oakmoss extract, from lichens, fixative properties, base scent ingredient | ||
| Eyebright | herb, good for inflammations, soothing, antiseptic, good for irritated skin | ||
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| Faex | yeast extract, antioxidant, pH adjuster, rich in B vitamins and amino acids, stimulates hair growth, good for blemished skin | ||
| Fennel | herb, antioxidant, natural cleanser and detoxifier, improves skin tone, anti-inflammatory | ||
| Fenugreek | herb, antioxidant, skin softener, rejuvenating, strengthens hair | ||
| Fir Needle | plant, healing, antiseptic, antimicrobial, purifying | ||
| Foeniculum Vulgare | fennel, antioxidant, natural cleanser and detoxifier, improves skin tone, anti-inflammatory, prevents dryness and breakage in hair | ||
| Fragrance | all vegetable based, synthetically derived from natural sources, used in products that are not compatible with essential oils | ||
| Fu Ling | poria, fungus that grows on pine trees, anti-wrinkle, moisturizing | ||
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| Gan Jiang | ginger, anti-inflammatory, soothing, promotes circulation to the skin and scalp, healing, uplifting, aphrodisiac qualities | ||
| Garcinia Indica | kokum seed butter, from the garcinia tree, regenerates skin cells, adds elasticity to skin | ||
| Gaultheria Procumbens | wintergreen, anti-inflammatory, aromatic, stimulant, antiseptic | ||
| Geranium | geranium flower, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, promotes healing, cleansing and toning, uplifting, rejuvenating | ||
| Ginger | anti-inflamatory, soothing, healing, uplifting | ||
| Gingko Biloba | plant, revitalizing, stimulating and firming qualities, anti-aging, antioxidant | ||
| Ginseng | plant, rejuvenating, nourishing, toning, good for mature skin | ||
| Glycerin/Glycerol | from vegetable oil, humectant, long used as a skin beautifier, pulls water from the air and binds it to the skin, a by-product of the soap making process, emollient | ||
| Glycerol Stearate | made from glycerine and stearic acid, which is derived from palm and soy oil, emulcifier, humectant, thickener | ||
| Glyceryl Caprylate | derived from coconut and palm fatty acids and glycerine, moisturizer, natural preservative, emulsifer, humectant | ||
| Glyceryl Stearate SE | made from vegetable oil and vegetable glycerin with the addition of vegetable stearic acid, emulsifier, thickening agent | ||
| Glycine | from soy oil, a naturally occuring amino acid vital to collagen composition and production,emollient | ||
| Glycine Soja | oil from ( non-genetically modified ) soybeans, emollient, good source of Vitamin E, antioxidant, easily absorbed by the skin | ||
| Glycol Stearate | vegetable derived, emollient, emulsifier, thickening agent, humectant | ||
| Glycolic Acid | from sugar cane, smoothes fine lines on sun damaged skin, helps diminish wrinkles | ||
| Glycyrrhiza Glabra | licorice, emollient, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, good for sensitive skin and eczema | ||
| Goldenseal | herb, antibacterial, healing, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, astringent | ||
| Gotu Cola | herb, antibacterial, dry sensitive skin care, tones and brightens all skin types, rejuvenates and heals, astringent, cleansing | ||
| Grape Seed Oil | high linoleic acid content, moisturizing, regenerative | ||
| Grapefruit Extract | cleansing, antibacterial, exfoliating, a natural preservative | ||
| Green Tea | also camellia sinensis, antioxidant, can prevent DNA damage to skin, soothing, anti-inflammatory | ||
| Guar Gum | extracted from the guar bean, emulsifier, thickening agent, stabilizer | ||
| Guarana | herb, stimulating, energizing | ||
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| Hamamelis virginiana | witch hazel, tightens the skin, soothes inflamation, astringent, toner, cleanses and exfoliates | ||
| Hawthorne | herb, moisturizing, astringent, antioxidant, anti-aging | ||
| Helianthus Annuus | vegetable oil from sunflower seeds with softening properties, contains large amouts of Vitamin E | ||
| Hemp Seed Oil | also canabis sativa, moisturizing, nourishing, anti-inflammatory | ||
| Hexyl Laurate | a mixture of hexyl alcohol (naturally found in certain fruits and lavender oil) and lauric acid (from coconut oil), skin conditioning agent, emollient | ||
| Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Extract | chinese hibiscus, astringent, soothing, emollient, cooling | ||
| Hibiscus Sabdariffa | hibiscus flower, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, treats dandruff, stimulates hair growth, moisturizes hair shaft, helps make hair shiny | ||
| Homosalate | FDA approved, skin-friendly sunscreen which has full spectrum protection against sun damage | ||
| Honey | humectant, attracts moisture from the air, moisturizing, helps prevent wrinkles | ||
| Honeysuckle | cleanser, purifier,good for inflamed skin, smoothes, softens skin | ||
| Horehound | plant, soothing, aromatic, good for inflamed skin | ||
| Horse Chestnut | extract from a flowering tree, increases blood circulation, anti-inflammatory, astringent | ||
| Horsetail | herb high in silica, firms skin and promotes healing, in hair products, strengthens the hair shaft, adds shine and elasticity, rich in minerals | ||
| Humectant | ingredient that attracts water from the air to the skin | ||
| Hyaluronic Acid | a naturally occuring component of skin, fantastic hydrator, helps remove fine lines, emollient, anti-inflammatory, softens and returns elasticity to skin exposed to sun, regenerates aging skin, humectant, collegen and elastin supporter, derived from vegetable source (sugar beets and soy) | ||
| Hydrastis Canadensis | goldenseal, herb, antibacterial, healing, antimicrobial, astringent | ||
| Hydrated Silica | a component of sand, mild abrasive qualities | ||
| Hydrolized Rice Protein | minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, helps mend hair follicle | ||
| Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein | protein from wheat which has been turned partly into water through hydrolysis, attracts and retains moisture, minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, mends the hair folicle | ||
| Hydroxyethyl Cellulose | compound derived from plant fiber used as a thickening agent, emulsifier, emollient | ||
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| Iceland Moss | plant, antibacterial, antiviral, antioxidant, natural whitener, high in vitamins and minerals | ||
| Indian Pennywort | herb, a.k.a.gotu cola, antibacterial, healing, soothing | ||
| Iris | flower extract, used to regulate the moisture content of the skin, stimulating, inspiring, relieves stress and anxiety | ||
| Iron Oxide | a naturally derived mineral, used as a coloring agent, provides UV protection | ||
| Isopropyl Myristate | derived from vegetable fatty acid from coconut oil, emollient, thickening agent | ||
| Isopropyl Palmitate | palm oil based emollient, moisturizer, thickening agent, anti-static | ||
| Ivy | natural cleanser, antiseptic, anti-fungal, tones and firms skin, draws out toxins | ||
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| Jasmine | from the jasmine flower, used for fragrance, soothes and calms, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, good for dry, sensitive skin, uplifting | ||
| Jasminum Officinale | jasmine extract, aromatic, soothes and calms, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, good for dry, sensitive skin | ||
| Jewelweed Extract | herb, soothes skin, healing properties, good for inflamed skin | ||
| Jojoba Oil | from the seed of the jojoba shrub, similar to the skin's natural oil, nature's most effective moisturizer, healing, excellent scalp treatment, mild for sensitive skin, antioxidant | ||
| Jojoba Spheres | a semi-solid fraction of jojoba oil, natural exfoliant used in body wash and shower gels, face scrubs, etc | ||
| Juglans Regia | walnut shells, exfoliating | ||
| Junniperis Communis | Juniper Berry Extract: cleansing, purifying, astringent, detoxifies and clears skin, soothes aching muscles, stimulating | ||
| Juniperus Oxycedrus | juniper berries, cleansing, purifying, astringent, detoxifies and clears skin, soothes aching muscles, stimulating | ||
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| Kaolin | clay like mineral, absorbant, stimulates circulation to the skin, good for sensitive skin | ||
| Ko Ken | kudzu root, plant, healing, potent antioxidant | ||
| Kokum Butter | from the garcinia tree, regenerates skin cells, adds elasticity to skin | ||
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| Lactic Acid | an acid naturally fermented from milk sugar, exfoliant, moisturizing, good for repairing sun damaged skin, increases skin cell production | ||
| Lady's Mantle | plant, astringent, antimicrobial, repairs damaged skin | ||
| Lavandula Angustifolia | lavender, has a calming, soothing effect, regenerates and repairs cells, antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, balances and heals, regulates skin functions on all skin types, energizing | ||
| Lecithin | from soybeans, contains natural phospholipids, moisturizer, emulsifier, antioxidant, emollient, humectant, nourishing for the skin, penetrating agent | ||
| Lemon Eucalyptus | natural insect repellant | ||
| Lemon Oil | refreshing, uplifting, stimulating, fragrant | ||
| Lemon Verbena | herb, good for problem skin, purifying, calming, antiseptic, soothing, uplifting | ||
| Lemonbalm | herb, also known as balm mint, good for oily hair, skin toner, calming, soothing, skin balancing, detoxifying | ||
| Lemongrass | aromatic herb, antiseptic, skin balancer, astringent, cleanser, effective for controlling oily skin, toning, refreshing, energizing, uplifting | ||
| Lichen | from algae and fungi, natural odor deterrent, antimicrobial | ||
| Licorice Root | plant based emollient, brightens and evens skin tone, useful in treating acne, soothing, antioxidant | ||
| Lime Oil | cleansing, antiseptic, provides amino acids for healthy skin renewal, detoxifies, stimulates circulation | ||
| Limnanthes Alba | Meadowfoam Seed Oil: moisturizing, rejuvenating, reduces the signs of aging | ||
| Linden | plant based emollient, soothing for skin, calming effect | ||
| Linoleic Acid | vegetable source fatty acid, emollient, thickening agent, antioxidant, surfactant | ||
| Lippa Citriodora Leaf Extract | lemon verbena herb, good for problem skin, purifying, calming | ||
| L-Lysine | amino acid with soothing and healing properties for the lips | ||
| Lonicera Caprifolium | Honeysuckle Flower Extract: cleanser, purifier, good for inflamed skin, smoothes, softens skin, can also function as a preservative | ||
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| Macadamia Nut Oil | emollient, softening, moisturizing, regenerative, healing, easily absorbed | ||
| Macrosystis Pyrifera | sea kelp, heals, hydrates, detoxifies, rich in vitamins and minerals | ||
| Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate | form of Vitamin C ,antioxidant, reduces UVB damage, promotes collagen production, reduces inflammation | ||
| Magnesium Sulfate | salts of magnesium, commonly known as epsom salts, thickener | ||
| Malic Acid | derived from fruit, exfoliates, clarifies the skin, natural pH balancer, anti-inflammatory, helps prevent age lines | ||
| Mallow | plant extract, softening, healing, soothing, helps prevent age lines, reduces inflammation | ||
| Mango Butter | butter made from the seed of the mango, moisturizing,non-greasy, absorbs easily, emollient, regenerative, soothing, healing | ||
| Manihot Ultissima | Tapioca Root Starch: natural plant thickener | ||
| Marigold | flower, soothes, heals, restores, known for it's regenerative properties, antiseptic | ||
| Marshmallow | plant root, emollient, softening, soothing, toning, astringent, anti-inflammatory | ||
| Matricaria Recutita | chamomile flower, soothing, good for inflamed, sensitive skin, conditioning for hair | ||
| Meadowfoam Oil | from meadowfoam seeds, moisturizing, ultraviolet protection, rejuvenates and adds shine to dry or damaged hair, easily absorbed by the skin, anti-aging | ||
| Meadowfoam Seed Oil | moisturizing, rejuvenating, reduces the signs of aging | ||
| Melaleuca Alternifolia | tea tree oil, antiseptic, antibacterial, cleansing, treatment for acne | ||
| Melanin | synthetic, water soluable melanin from aloe vera plant, self tanner, antioxidant, protects against sun damage | ||
| Melissa Officinalis | lemon balm, also balm mint, good for oily hair, skin toner, calming, soothing, antibacterial, skin balancing | ||
| Mentha piperita | peppermint oil, used as a flavoring, stimulating, antiseptic | ||
| Mentha Pulegium | Penyroyal: herbal antiseptic and long used insect repellant | ||
| Menthol | derived from peppermint, antiseptic, astringent, soothing effect, cooling, blood circulation stimulant | ||
| Methylparaben | food grade preservative, effective in very low concentrations | ||
| Mica | a natural mined mineral, physical block for the sun's UV rays | ||
| Milk Thistle | herb, antioxidant, protects skin from sun damage and pollution | ||
| Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract | bergamot, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, aromatic, skin balancer, soothing | ||
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| Neroli | orange blossom, aromatic, antiseptic, skin toner, calms, soothes and normalizes skin, anti-wrinkle | ||
| Nettles | anti-inflammatory, herbal treatment for dandruff, stimulates hair growth, improves the condition of the scalp, reduces the appearance of dark circles and wrinkles | ||
| Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract | water lily, astringent, antiseptic, toning, restorative | ||
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| Oat Beta Glucan | forms an invisible layer over the skin to retain moisture, promotes the repair of skin cells, antioxidant, reduces irritation and inflammation, smoothing | ||
| Oat Protein Complex | reduces
irritation and inflammation, humectant, increases hydration, smooths
fine lines and wrinkles, protects and conditions hair, reduces sunburn cell formation |
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| Oatmeal | cleanses, exfoliates, softens and soothes skin, emollient, antioxidant, anti-wrinkle | ||
| Oatstraw | herb, exfoliating, soothing to the skin, stimulates healthy hair | ||
| Ocimum Basilicum | Basil: restorative herb, stimulates skin’s circulation and oil glands, healing and soothing | ||
| Octinoxate | FDA approved sunscreen, a.k.a.octylmethoxycinnamate, UVB protection | ||
| Octisalate | FDA approved sunscreen, a.k.a.octyl salicylate, UVB protection | ||
| Octyl Methoxycinnamate | FDA approved sunscreen, UVB protection, a.k.a. octinoxate | ||
| Octyl Salicylate | FDA approved sunscreen, UVB protection, anti-bacterial, a.k.a.octisalate | ||
| Olea Europea | olive oil, moisturizing, softening, very compatible with human skin, stimulates and heals skin, tones and firms | ||
| Olefin Sulfonate | very mild foaming agent, surfactant | ||
| Olive Butter | derived from olive oil combined with hydrogenated vegetable oil, similar in feel to shea butter, emollient, antioxidant | ||
| Olive Leaf | herb, antioxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-viral | ||
| Olive Oil | moisturizing, softening, very compatible with human skin, stimulates and heals skin, tones and firms | ||
| Orange Blossoms | plant, astringent, antiseptic, skin toner, anti-aging, rebalances dry skin, antiseptic, calming | ||
| Orange Oil | cleansing, stimulating, stress reliever, uplifting | ||
| Orchid | fragrant plant extract, moisturizing, reduces the appearances of fine lines, rich in minerals found naturally in skin, aphrodisiac | ||
| Organic Sodium Cocoate | from coconut oil, cleansing agent, sodium salt of coconut oil, saponified coconut oil | ||
| Organic Sodium Palmate | palm oil derivative, emulsifier, sodium salt of palm oil, saponified palm oil | ||
| Oryza Sativa | Rice extract: anti-aging, moisturizing, soothes skin | ||
| Oxybenzone | sunscreen, UVA and UVB protection, also known as benzophenone | ||
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| Palmerosa Oil | essential oil derived from a particular type of grass, rejuvenates mature skin, hydrating, good for both oily and dry skin, anti-fungal, anti-viral, purifying, calming, balancing, skin tonic,uplifting | ||
| Panthenol | also known as Vitamin B5, a stable form of pantothenic acid, humectant, good for cell regeneration, good for hydration, an emollient in hair products | ||
| Panthenyl Hydroxypropyl Steardimonium Chloride | Vitamin B5 conditioner, moisturizing for skin and hair, derived from rice extract, anti-static agent | ||
| Passionfruit | tropical fruit essence, soothes, rejuvenates, aphrodisiac qualities | ||
| Patchouli Oil | aromatic oil, cooling, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, astringent, useful for scalp and skin conditions, uplifting, balancing, energizing, clarifying | ||
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