Ingredients Database
Alkanet Root Powder
A natural dye made from the roots of Alkanna tinctoria, traditionally used to tint oils and soaps a deep purplish-red. The roots are dried, ground, and infused and/or mixed into oils for a botanical color boost.
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice
Fresh juice pressed from the inner fillet of aloe vera leaves, often cold-processed to maintain vitamins and minerals. It’s a traditional remedy for dryness and irritation, valued for its lightweight hydration.
Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract
Sourced from the wild aloe species native to South Africa, this extract is made by drying and milling the leaves into a nutrient-rich powder. It has higher concentrations of bioactive compounds compared to more well-known aloe vera.
Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil
This oil is cold-pressed from the kernels of the argan tree, native to Morocco. It is a lightweight emollient rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids that nourish and protect skin, while also smoothing, strengthening, and adding shine to hair.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
A golden oil pressed from oat kernels, naturally rich in ceramides and antioxidants. It’s cold-extracted to preserve its barrier-supportive qualities for sensitive and dry skin.
Avena Sativa Kernel (Oat) Flour
Finely milled oats ground into a soft powder, used for its soothing and anti-itch properties. Often called colloidal oatmeal, it’s valued for calming irritation and dryness.
Brazilian Yellow Clay
A mineral-rich clay gently dried and milled into a fine powder. It lends a warm, golden-yellow hue to soaps, masks, and bars, and deliver trace elements that help balance skin.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
A creamy fat extracted from the nuts of the shea tree in Africa. It is naturally high in vitamins A and E, essential fatty acids, and antioxidants, and prized for its ability to deeply moisturize, soften, and protect the skin.
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Created by infusing the flower petals into carrier oils, this extract is rich in flavonoids and soothing compounds. Calendula is cherished for its skin-comforting qualities and properties.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Water
A gentle floral water obtained during the steam distillation of calendula blossoms. It carries a mild, soothing aroma and the plant’s calming properties.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
This gentle preservative is derived from coconut oil fatty acids. It provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection, particularly against yeast and mold, and is a natural alternative to harsher synthetic preservatives.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Fractionated Coconut Oil)
A lightweight, stable oil derived from coconut oil by separating its medium-chain fatty acids. This fractionation process creates a fast-absorbing emollient that won’t clog pores.
Cera Alba (USA Beeswax)
Beeswax is collected from honeycomb, then gently purified. It provides natural structure and a breathable protective barrier for skin. Our raw beeswax comes from small apiaries in the US with ethical practices and bee health in mind.
Ceramide NP
A skin-identical lipid produced via plant-based biotechnology. These lab-crafted molecules mimic what’s naturally found in healthy skin to support barrier strength.
Cetyl Alcohol
A plant-derived fatty alcohol made from coconut or sustainably sourced palm oil through natural fatty acid reduction. It acts as a stabilizer and contributes emollient properties to formulations.
Chamomilla Recutita (Chamomile) Extract
Extracted from chamomile flowers, usually by infusion into oil or glycerin. It’s treasured for its bisabolol content, which calms redness and irritation.
Chamomilla Recutita (Chamomile) Flower Water
A hydrosol created from the distillation of chamomile flowers. Lightly aromatic, it carries the plant’s gentle calming benefits in water form.
Citric Acid
A fruit-derived acid used to balance pH in skincare and helps keep formulas stable.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
A gentle surfactant derived from coconut oil fatty acids and natural betaine. It boosts foam and mildness in cleansers and shampoo bars and cleansers.
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Cold-pressed from the dried meat of coconuts. Known for its solid texture at room temperature and ability to deeply condition skin.
Distilled Water
Pure water that has been evaporated and condensed, leaving behind minerals and impurities. It serves as a clean, stable base for skincare formulas.
French Green Clay
A mineral clay rich in iron oxides and trace minerals. Also used as a natural soap colorant.
Ganoderma Lucidum (Reishi Mushroom) Extract
We use a double extraction method on our own grown reishi mushrooms. Long valued in herbal traditions, it provides antioxidants and skin-supportive polysaccharides.
Garcinia Indica (Kokum) Seed Butter
Pressed from the seeds of the kokum tree. It’s rich in fatty acids that support the skin barrier and improves elasticity while absorbing without greasiness.
Glycerin
A plant-derived humectant typically obtained during the processing of vegetable oils. It attracts and holds water in the skin, helping to maintain softness, hydration, and resilience.
Glyceryl Caprylate
This multifunctional ingredient is derived from vegetable glycerin and fatty acids from coconut or palm kernel oil. It acts as a natural preservative booster and skin-conditioning agent, helping to prevent microbial growth while keeping formulations gentle.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Cold-pressed from sunflower seeds. Lightweight and rich in linoleic and oleic acids for nourishing, quick absorption.
Honey
Naturally collected from bees and gently filtered. Acts as both a humectant and a light occlusive, drawing moisture into the skin while helping to lock it in for lasting softness.
Hydrolyzed Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Extract
Derived from nutrient-dense hemp seeds that are enzymatically broken down into smaller peptides for better absorption. It is a strengthening botanical that helps replenish proteins, improve hydration, and support resilient, healthy skin and hair.
Jojoba Esters
Made by hydrogenating jojoba oil that is pressed from the seeds of the jojoba plant. They are smooth, non-greasy emollients that soften and protect the skin while adding a silky feel and improving product stability.
Juniperus (Juniper) Fruit Extract
Made from infusing juniper berries in oil. They have astringent properties that help refresh and tone skin.
Kaolin Clay
A naturally occurring white clay mined from mineral deposits. It gently absorbs oil and refines texture without stripping.
Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea (Bamboo) Ferment Filtrate
Created by fermenting bamboo with probiotic cultures. It delivers antioxidants, improves scalp and skin conditioning and microbiome balance.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract
Extracted from lavender blossoms in oil. It has calming, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties that soothe skin and promote balance.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) and Lavandula x intermedia (Lavandin) Flower Water
A hydrosol obtained during lavender/lavandin distillation. It gently tones the skin and provides light soothing benefits with a soft floral aroma.
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Cold-pressed from meadowfoam seeds grown in the Pacific Northwest. It is an exceptionally stable emollient that helps lock in moisture, smooth the skin, and extend the life of other oils in a formulation, leaving skin soft and nourished without greasiness.
Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Extract
Extracted from honeysuckle flowers in oil. It provides antioxidant protection and helps calm the skin.
Melissa Officinalis (Lemon Balm) Extract
Infused from lemon balm leaves, this extract offers soothing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-viral benefits. It refreshes and comforts sensitive skin.
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Extract
Derived from peppermint leaves through infusion or distillation. It provides a natural cooling sensation, stimulates circulation, and protects with antioxidants.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Pressed from ripe olives. Rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, it deeply nourishes and helps protect against oxidative stress.
Panthenol (Provitamin B5)
A provitamin of pantothenic acid derived from plants. It functions as a humectant and skin conditioner, binding water into the skin to improve hydration and elasticity.
Picea Abies (Spruce) Needle Extract
This extract comes from the needles of the Norway spruce tree, obtained by oil infusion. It is a clarifying and antioxidant botanical rich in phenolic compounds that help reduce inflammation, protect against oxidative stress, and refresh the skin with a clean, resinous note.
Pinus Virginiana (Pine) Needle Extract
Extracted from pine needles in oil. Traditionally valued for its clarifying properties, it offers antioxidant protection and a refreshing boost.
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Made from natural beeswax and plant-based glycerin. It helps oils and water mix evenly, adds smooth texture, and gives creams and balms a soft, stable feel.
Potassium Sorbate
A food-grade preservative derived from sorbic acid. It prevents the growth of molds and yeasts in water-based formulas while remaining gentle on skin.
Propanediol
This ingredient is a plant-based glycol usually derived from non-GMO corn sugar. It functions as a natural solvent, humectant, and preservative booster that improves skin feel and enhances the effectiveness of other preservation ingredients.
Prunus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Pressed from almonds. It is a lightweight emollient that softens skin, provides vitamin E, and improves smoothness.
Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil
Cold-pressed from pomegranate seeds. Rich in punicic acid and antioxidants, it supports elasticity, firmness, and protection against oxidative stress.
Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit/Seed Oil
Pressed from rose seeds. It is high in vitamins A and C, which promote renewal, brighten the skin, and provide antioxidant defense.
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Rosa Damascena/Multiflora/Centifolia Extract
Obtained from rose petals infused in oils. It is a luxurious botanical with antioxidant, humectant and soothing properties that protect and comfort the skin.
Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Water
A hydrosol created during the distillation of roses. It tones, refreshes, and hydrates the skin with a delicate floral aroma.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract
Extracted by two methods: oil infusion and/or CO₂ extraction. It is a potent antioxidant, helping to protect oils from rancidity while also delivering skin-soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
A liquid wax pressed from jojoba seeds made and grown in the USA. It mimics natural sebum, balances oil production, and forms a protective emollient layer.
Sodium Benzoate
A salt of benzoic acid, originally found in fruits but now produced sustainably. It is a broad-spectrum food-safe preservative that prevents microbial growth in water-based formulas.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Made from coconut fatty acids, this surfactant is known as “baby foam.” It produces a creamy, mild lather that cleanses without stripping.
Sodium Hydroxide (Lye)
An alkali essential for soapmaking. It enables the saponification process, fully reacting with oils to create gentle, stable soap with no lye remaining.
Sodium Lactate
Produced by fermenting plant sugars such as corn or beets. It acts as a humectant, drawing in water, while also improving bar hardness and smoothness.
Squalane
Derived from olives. It is a lightweight, stable emollient that mimics natural sebum, absorbs quickly, and prevents moisture loss.
Spinacia Oleracea (Spinach) Leaf Powder
Dried and finely milled spinach leaves. It provides a natural green hue to soap while delivering phytonutrients and antioxidants.
Stearic Acid
A fatty acid sourced from vegetable oils like coconut or sustainably produced palm. It thickens formulations, improves cream texture, and acts as an emollient.
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter
Pressed from cacao beans. It melts at skin temperature, providing rich emollience and protective antioxidants.
Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
A natural antioxidant commonly sourced from sunflower or soy. It stabilizes oils against oxidation while nourishing and protecting skin.