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Cucumber Hydrosol - Credited with moisture binding, moisture regulating, soothing, tightening, refreshing, softening, healing and anti-inflammatory properties.  It is also effective as tightening agent for tired, stressed skin. It contains amino acids and organic acids that are claimed to strengthen the skin's acid mantle. 

Aqua (Water) - an important skin component and is essential for proper skin functioning. It is the the most common ingredient in cosmetic formulations. It is usually processed to eliminate hardness and minerals and avoid product contamination. 

Carbomer - a group of high molecular weight polymers used as product thickeners and emulsion stabilizers.  The benefits include specific texture and formulation flow control, and emulsion stabilization.

Allantoin - a botanical extract said to be healing, calming and soothing. It is believed to stimulate new tissue growth, helping heal damaged skin.  It is derived from the comfrey root, good for sensitive, irritated and is non allergenic.  

Hyaluronic Acid (Plant derived) - regulates general skin activity such as water content, elasticity, and the general distribution of nutrients. It's water-absorption abilities and large molecular structure allow the epidermis to achieve greater suppleness. For the benefits of hyaluronic acid to be realized, the product needs to be applied on a regular basis as it is broken down in skin within 24-48 hours of application.   

Tamanu Oil - attributed with anti-oxidant, anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, anti-scarring, healing, and astringent properties. Anti aging and regenerating, for dry and very dry skin. Obtained from the seeds of evergreen trees. 

Gingko Biloba Leaf Extract - credited with anti-oxidant properties, it also appears to aid fibroblast cells in the production of collagen and elastin. Was used in the folkloric medicine as a blood vessel dilator because of its ability to increase blood flow and stimulate tissue oxygen consumption. Considered a beneficial anti aging ingredient. 

Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract - anti aging with anti-oxidant, astringent and anti-septic properties. Has demonstrated skin conditioning. 

Aspalathus linearis (Rooibos) Leaf Extract - because of its high flavonoid content, rooibos is a powerful anti-aging ingredient for skin care formulas. Since much of skin aging is caused by environmental stressors, rooibos' abilities help to protect skin and maintain a more youthful look. Rooibos is also known to be helpful for sensitive skin

Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract - attributed with a wide variety of properties, it is anti fungal, anti-microbial, anti-oxidants, and astrigents.  

Camellia sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract - a powerful anti-oxidant because of its catechin content, it is also known to be anti inflammatory because of its Anti aging oxidant it is anti-aging. 

Enteromorpha Compressa Extract -  is so rich in nutrients that it is used for skin homeostasis. Meaning when it is applied on the skin, it immediately provides the electrolytes balance and hydration to the skin and makes it nourished. 

Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum - acts as a natural emollient.

Licorice Root Extract - anti-irritant. Studies also conclude that licorice extract has a depigmenting effect as well as an inhibitory effect on melanin synthesis given its ability to act as a tyrosinase inhibitor.  

Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Flower Extract - an emollient said to have healing, wound healing, soothing, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory properties.  

Rosehip Oil - an emollient. It is also wound healing and anti-septic.  Improves skin hydration, nourishing and rejuvenating and exhibits strong moisture - retention abilities.  It includes very high levels of essential fatty acids and is a natural source of retonic acid.  Anti aging and anti oxidant. Derived from the rose hips of various different rose varietals.  

Sweet Almond Oil - An emollient with soothing properties. Provides an elegant skin feel. It's main constituent is olein with a small proportion of linoleic acid glyceride. It is obtained from sweet almond powder, the powder is the cold-pressed and left to rest for one to two weeks.  

Peach Kernel Oil - a carrier credited with emollient, calming, and soothing properties. This oil is expressed from the kernel of peaches.  

Evening Primrose Oil - its a therapeutic botanical properties are described as astrigent and helpful for skin irritations.  Improves the skin's hydration and its ability to develop normal barrier functions.  Contains a high amount of gamma linoleic acid, which is one of the essential fatty acids vital for maintaining the normal functioning of the epithelial barrier.  

Olive Oil - a carrier oil with excellent lubricity. Stimulating the synthesis of collagen and elastin. 

Rice Bran Oil - soothing.  It is credited with promoting collagen formation.  The oil functions as an emollient and contains linolic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, vitamin E, and oryzanol.  

Passion Fruit Oil - an emollient with moisturizing and refreshing properties.  Can be soothing and act as a skin conditioner and protector.  

Red Palm Kernel Oil -is an excellent source of antioxidants, which can help to reduce the appearances of aging and protect your skin. 

Golden Jojoba Oil - a moisturizer and emollient, traditionally held in high regard by Native Americans of the Sonora Desert for its cosmetics properties.  Mystical properties have been attributed to it for its apparent ability to heal skin.  Derived from plant seeds.  

Carrot Oil - used since the sixteenth century for skin diseases for its attributed cleansing, purifying and draining properties.  This carotene rich emollient has been indicated for everything from acne to wrinkles.  It is derived from the carrot root. 

Potassium Sorbate - a preservative. It is non-toxic.  

Gluconolactone -strengthens the skin's moisture barrier leaving it more resilient, while also providing potent antioxidant benefits.