Ingredient Glossary

ARGAN OIL

INCI (Latin): Argania Spinosa Kernel
Golden yellow, supremely moisturizing, nourishing and nutrient-rich oil that is easily absorbed by the skin and hair. Daily topical application of argan oil has also been shown to improve skin elasticity and skin hydration by restoring the barrier function and maintaining the water-holding capacity. Rich in Oleic acid, which is known for moisturizing the skin, strengthening the hair, preventing wrinkles, its anti-aging properties and is effective in its ability to facilitating wound healing.

BULGARIAN ROSE

INCI (Latin): Rosa Damascena
This essential oil is anti-inflammatory and hydrating.
One of the most ancient and coveted essential oils, it takes nearly 10,000 lbs of rose petals to distill one pound of oil.

CEDARWOOD

INCI (Latin): Cedrus Atlantica
Aromatically soothing, relaxing and clarifying. Ancient Egyptians used cedarwood in the mummification process

CLARY SAGE

INCI (Latin): Salvia Sclarea
As a cooling oil, clary sage helps with red, upset skin

EUCALYPTUS LEAF POWDER

INCI (Latin): Eucalyptus globulus
The eucalyptus is an evergreen tree native to Australia but naturalized to California and the Mediterranean countries. Aromatically cooling, cleansing and purifying.

FRENCH GREEN CLAY

INCI (Latin): Illite
The color of French Green Clay comes from a combination of iron oxides and decomposed plant matter. Highly absorptive and adsorptive, it stimulates the skin by bringing fresh blood to the surface, removes excess oil, exfoliates dead skin cells and unclogs pores.

HELICHRYSUM

INCI (Latin): Helichrysum Italicum
Cosmetically and therapeutically unparalleled in its ability to support skin health and healing, helichrysum is an aromatically rich and herbaceous member of the Asteraceae family. A potent and exceptionally effective botanical oil, it supports healthy skin, circulation, and wound healing.  Very few oils match it.   The reason that helichrysum oil is expensive is because one ton of hand harvested helichrysum flowering tops yields about one kilo of essential oil.

MARSHMALLOW ROOT: 

INCI (Latin): Althaea officinalis
Ground from organically cultivated roots, marshmallow is an herbaceous perennial and member of the Malvaceae family that creates a soothing film.

Known throughout the ancient Egyptian, Greek, Arab and Roman cultures, this herb has been used continuously for at least 2000 years.

NEROLI

INCI (Latin): Citrus Aurantium
Is reputed to having a rejuvenating effect on the skin as it has an ability to stimulate the growth of healthy new cells.

One hundred kilograms of flowers produces a maximum of 1 kilogram ( approximately 100 lbs of blossoms to produce 1 lb of neroli essential oil ) of neroli oil, making it a very precious and costly oil.

Neroli is the fragrance of orange trees blossoming under the Mediterranean sun. Sensuous and seductive, neroli is an intoxicating aroma desired throughout history. It is said that Cleopatra soaked the sails of her ships with the scent when she went to meet Mark Antony.

OLIVE OIL

INCI (Latin): Olea Europaea
A natural moisturizer loaded with antioxidants and anti inflammatories, olive oil protects against environmental pollutants, repairs UV damage and neutralizes free radicals, which can lead to premature wrinkles and hyperpigmentation.

Olive oil also contains squalene. Naturally occurring in our body, squalene creates a protective barrier between the environment and our skin and aids in moisture retention. Our skin is composed of about 13% squalene, but as we age, internal squalene production declines drastically, a process that can begin as early as our 20s. By applying it topically, we can continue to take advantage of its many benefits.

PETITGRAIN

INCI (Latin): Citrus Aurantium Amara
Possesses a lush, green, and uplifting citrus note

ROSEHIP SEED OIL

Naturally brilliant, clear orange color. Rosehip seed oil has high amounts (80%) of unsaturated essential fatty acids, mainly linoleic and linolenic acids which make it exceptional for the skin. Physiologically, linoleic acid helps the body in vitamins A and D absorption and regulates growth of new cells. Linolenic acid is an essential omega-3 fatty acid found in multiple seed oils. Both α-linolenic acid and linoleic acids reduce UV-associated damage and hyperpigmentation of the skin.

SEA BUCKTHORN OIL

Sea Buckthorn oil, with its unmistakable bright orange hue and highly concentrated nutrient profile, contains an abundance of carotenes, tocopherols, phytosterols and fatty acids such as stearic acid, oleic acid, linoleic acid, and omega-6. It also possesses the rare, skin regenerating omega-7.  Scientifically proven, omega-7 improves hydration and elasticity, reduces inflammation and activates the physiological functions of the skin. The bright orange coloring is due to high lycopene and carotenoid content. Sea buckthorn berry provides vitamin c and antioxidants to strengthen, brighten and regenerate tired skin cells.

SQUALANE (OLIVE)

A lightweight, highly-absorbent emollient, olive squalane flows in between the cells of the epidermis to smooth out and significantly soften the texture of skin. Additionally, squalane creates a natural, protective barrier on the skin’s surface, slowing down transepidermal water loss and protecting skin from external irritants.