Algea – Derived from seaweed, contains minerals – moisturizing and nourishing.
Allantoin – Derived from the comfrey plant or uric acid; used in soothing products – healing, promotes healthy tissue growth.
Almond meal – Ground Almonds; commonly used in scrubs – soothing and exfoliating.
Aloe Vera – A versatile plant used in many products – healing, soothing, hydrating and anti-inflammatory.
Arnica – Healing, great for sore muscles, bruising – anti-inflammatory.
Avocado – An emollient; contains vitamin A and C – moisturizing, soothing.
Azulene – Derived from the chamomile plant, used for sensitive skin and calming – anti-inflammatory, soothing.
Bayberry – Root bark; good for oily skin – antiseptic, astringent.
Birch Leaf – Good for oily skin – antiseptic, stimulating.
Calendula – From the marigold plant; good for itching, swelling, and acne – healing, soothing, anti-inflammatory.
Carrot – Used in creams and masks, rich in vitamin A – Antioxidant, moisturizing, and soothing/
Chamomile – Plant extract; used for sensitive skin – calming, anti-inflammatory.
Cocoa Butter – Softens and lubricates; from the cocoa tree – moisturizing.
Coconut – Commonly used for oils, soaps, and creams – lathers, cleanses, lubricates.
Comfrey – Many beneficial and soothing qualities; contains allantoin – healing, moisturizing, emollient.
Coneflower – Echinacea from of coneflower; used internally to support the immune system – healing, preventing infecion.
Cucumber – commonly used for masks and the eye area to reduce puffiness – antiseptic, soothing.
Eucalyptus – From the gum tree; used for acne and oily skin – antiseptic, antimicrobial, astringent, stimulating.
Evening primrose – Soothing; known to help women’s menstrual pain – treats dry skin, flakiness; healing.
Geranium – Calm irritation, an anti-irritant – astringent, anti-inflammatory.
Grapeseed Extract – A soothing antioxidant derived from grapes – healing, moisturizing, antiaging.
Green Tea – Many health benefits include lipid protection; antibacterial, stimulating – strong antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory.
Horsechestnut – A plant extract with bioflavanoids; strengthens capillary walls – good for couperose skin and redness.
Jojoba – A widely used noncomedogenic oil derived from a desert shrub; healing – soothing emollient, moisturizer, and lubricant.
Kojic Acid – A tyrosinase inhibitor; usually derived from mushrooms – a skin-lightening agent for hyper-pigmentation.
Lavender – A popular herb and oil used for aromatherapy and calming – soothing, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic properties.
Licorice – An anti-irritant good for sensitive skin; also inhibits melanin production – soothing, used to lighten surface hyper-pigmentation.
Mint – An herb good for circulation – stimulating, also an antiseptic.
Oatmeal – Good for skin irritation, rashes, and sunburns; used in masks and scrubs – soothing, anti-inflammatory, healing.
Olive – Olive tree extracts are used for many beauty products – moisturizing and calming.
Orange – Soothing with an aromatic, uplifting scent – anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and an astringent.
Papaya – Contains papain, an enzyme used in enzyme peels – exfoliating, softening, moisturizing.
Peppermint – Cools skin and constricts capillaries; has refreshing properties; contains menthol – reduces irritation and itching.
Pineapple – Contains bromelain, an enzyme with stimulating and antiseptic properties – good for exfoliation and treating blemishes.
Pomegranate – A powerful antioxidant; treats sun damage – healing, fights free radicals.
Rose – One of the most common ingredients in skin care products; used for dry aging skin – soothing and moisturizing.
Sandalwood – An exotic scent used for aromatherapy; good for skin irritations – soothing and antiseptic properties.
Seaweed – Derivatives such as algae have many nourishing minerals and properties; detoxifies, stimulates metabolism; may be a serious allergen if allergic to seaweed, shellfish or iodine – humectant and moisturizing properties, firming.
Sesame – Used in massage and moisturizing products – moisturizing.
Shea Butter – A natural fat used as heavier occlusive moisturizer – moisturizing and healing.
Soy – A protein and a source of vitamins; an isoflavonoid (phytoestrogen) with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties – anti-inflammatory, moisturizing.
Tea Tree – Good for oily skin and scalp treatments – germicidal, healing antifungal, antiseptic.
Witch Hazel – From the hamanelis shrub; good for toning the skin – an astringent and antiseptic.