INGREDIENTS GLOSSARY
Aloe Vera
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Anti-inflammatory.
- Protects the skin from UV damage. If applied to the skin’s surface, this herb, which contains aloin, blocks 30 per cent of the ultraviolet rays from the sun.
- Contains an impressive number of vitamins, think A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, E, Choline and Folic Acid – which protect the skin from free radicals, dangerous compounds that result in cell breakdown and ultimately premature ageing.
- Aloe stimulates an enzyme in the skin, which essentially stimulates cells to produce collagen.
- The cleansing and detoxifying properties help to remove dead skin cells and toxins.
- Moisturises skin and fights bacteria and fungi.
- Scientists have proven that the first seven layers of skin can absorb the key ingredients in Aloe.
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Calendula Flower Extract
Calendula Officinalis
- This extract works as a skin-conditioning and regeneration agent, thanks to its ability to stimulate the metabolism of glycoproteins, nucleoproteins and collagen during the skin’s healing process.
- This ingredient is so soothing it’s perfect for the most sensitive of skin types, including newborn babies.
- Has antiseptic properties so fighting bacterial infections and healing skin abrasions and wounds is a cinch.
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Tocopherol
Vitamin E
- Applied topically it helps nourish and protect your skin from damage caused by free radicals.
- Protect the skin, or if you have a wound, this will speed up the healing process and negates scar tissue.
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Davidson Plum
Davidsonia Pruriens
- An Australian Native, Davidson Plum contains anthocyanin, an anti-inflammatory, which reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fights free radicals.
- The plant is loaded full of powerful bio-active phytonutrients including Tartaric Acid, Anthocyanin, Gallic-Acid, Flavone Glycoside, Flavonone and Quercetin.
- Promoting the production of collagen and elastin to improve skin elasticity is one of Davidson Plum’s key practices.
- When used in a face cream, it helps to reduce dark circles and puffiness under the eye.
- Davidson plum contains phenolic acids which have an antioxidant effect on skin stronger than vitamin E. With an antimicrobial agent it also behaves like an AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid)
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Sweet Almond Oil
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
- Natural oil pressed from the seeds of the sweet almond tree.
- Rich in nutrients, think Vitamin A, B1, B2, B6 and extremely rich in vitamin E (which reduces inflammation and skin irritations).
- This oil rehydrates the skin and reduces fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.
- Improving complexion, be prepared to say goodbye to dry and flaking skin.
- Effective emollient and carrier for active slow-release ingredients.
- Leaves the skin soft, smooth and conditioned.
- Good nourishing and revitalizing effect via deep penetration of the skin.
- Helps in healing injured & chapped skin.
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kakadu Plum
Terminal Ferdinandiana
- Australian native, found in northern Australia, for thousands of years, Indigenous people across Arnhem Land have been using this incredible ingredient for everything from a source of food, to a healing remedy and antiseptic
- World’s richest natural sources of vitamin C. Kakadu Plum contains 3000mg of Vitamin C per 100g of fruit, that is more than fifty times the amount found in oranges
- It reduces swelling, resolves redness, eliminates bacterially-induced acne, increases collagen production, rights UV damage and eliminates the signs of wrinkles.
- It’s high in antioxidants that work to detoxify and flush out toxins.
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Chamomile
Chamomilla Recutita Matricaria
- This amazing anti-inflammatory ingredient relieves inflamed skin and calms sensitive skin.
- Antiseptic and healing properties are also paramount, thanks to phenolic derivatives.
- This extract is packed full of Vitamin B, which at once heals dehydrated and damaged skin and inhibits the growth of bacteria.
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Cocoa Seed Butter
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
- Cocoa seed butter is a blissfully moisturising ingredient that has been used the world over for centuries.
- Created with an abundance of different antioxidants, this butter works to fight free radicals – those pesky premature-ageing-agents.
- It’s packed full of calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc, manganese, copper and iron.
- This butter forms a barrier on the skin’s surface, which decreases the rate of water loss.
- Soothes burns, reduces the cause of rashes and stops infections.
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Coconut
Cocos Nucifera
- A seemingly small molecular structure, this oil has big benefits including quick absorption.
- Anti-aging properties are a plus, as are anti-viral, antibacterial and antifungal properties, which fight against acne.
- Anti-inflammatory benefits beat blemishes.
- A high nutrient value equals a low appearance when it comes to acne scars.
- The most magic of moisturisers, it replenishes dehydrated skin.
- The fats and oils help reduce redness and restores moisture to sunburnt skin.
- Intensely improves the skin’s elasticity thanks to the copper and vitamin C content, which ultimately slows down the ageing process.
- Natural fatty acids help to treat dry and irritated skin whilst removing icky bacteria from skin.
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Gotu Kola
Centella Asiatica Extract
- The ingredient will help strengthen the dermis and epidermis of the skin.
- The plant also increases the production of collagen, for a gorgeously glowing complexion.
- It also treats acne scars.
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Green Tea
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- It’s a powerful antioxidant, catechins, which helps fight the damage caused by free radicals.
- Green tea also plumps old skin cells, promotes skin regeneration and even heals wounds thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties.
- It also contains Methylxanthines, the compound that stimulates skin microcirculation to neutralise the skin’s tone.
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Konjac
Konjac Glucomannan
- Contains beautiful minerals and antioxidant ingredients.
- Rich in vitamins (A, B1, B2, B6, B12, C, D, & E), proteins, lipids, fatty acids and natural minerals such as copper, zinc, iron and magnesium. These ingredients help nourish and smooth skin naturally.
- Antibacterial properties.
- Helps remove debris from pores.
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Macadamia Integrifolia
Macadamia Nut Oil
- Packed full of several anti-ageing compounds, this oil reduces the rate at which skin ages.
- Palmitoleic acid in macadamia nuts prevents the signs of ageing, improves the suppleness of skin and gives it a youthful appearance.
- Softens, moisturises and adds a glow.
- The emollient properties of macadamia oil work to reduce dryness.
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis
Orange Oil
- This oil is packed full of anti-inflammatory qualities, so it naturally detoxifies congested skin, soothes dry irritated skin and aids in the treatment of dermatitis and acne.
- This oil is rich in the bioflavoid complex (aka vitamin P), which fortifies capillaries, Vitamin B and C, which fights the signs of ageing.
- Promotes the production of collagen.
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Rosmarinus Officinalis
Rosemary Leaf Extract
- Infuses the skin with moisture and improving skin circulation
- By improving the skin’s circulation, rosemary leaf ensures a balance in the skin and scalp’s oil secretion.
- This ingredient naturally stimulates cell growth to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
- The medicinal qualities of rosemary essential oil make it ideal for treating chronic skin conditions including dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis. It does this by effectively treating visible skin conditions and replacing the damaged tissue.
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