Our Ingredients
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Acai Berry Juice – Super antioxidant Acai has ten times more antioxidants than red grapes and 10 to 30 times the anthocyanins of red wine. These extraordinarily high antioxidant levels help the skin fight free radical damage and premature aging. Ricj in omega-3, omega-6 and omega 9 essential fatty acids, phytosterols, vitamins such as B1, B2, B3, E, and C, minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, and potassium, and essential amino acids.
Aloe Vera Juice – Aloe contains over 200 active ingredients of which the most prominent are:
Vitamins A, C, E, B, B12, Choline, Folic Acid Amino Acids Aloe contain 7 of the 8 essential amino acids.
Provides 20 of 22 amino acids required by humans.
Minerals - Aloe provides 9 essential minerals such as Calcium, Copper, Chromium, Magnesium, Iron, Potassium, Zinc, Sodium, Manganese.
Phytonutrients - Natural plant growth hormones, sterols and salicyates.
Enzymes - Provides 8 important enzymes.
Sugars - Monosaccharides and Polysaccharides (long chain sugar molecules that are essential to the quality and efficacy of Aloe Vera.
Anti Acne Active System Organic- Organic Anti Acne Active system from the Amazon rainforest improves oily skin health, reduces the effect of acne, regulates the balance between moisturising and oil production. Anti-inflammatory.
Apple Extract – Enhances cell turnover, nourishing, moisturising cleansing and minimises pores.
Avocado Oil – Rich in vitamins A, D, C, E and B6 proteins. Lecithin, V Linolenic Acid and Oleic add moisturising with superior skin penetration, revitalising the appearance of the skin softening and protective.
Argan Oil – Argan Oil has high concentrations of essential fatty acids, oleic and lineoic. Used topically, Argan Oil provides intense conditioning benefits to dry and dehydrated skin and hair. When applied to the skin, Argan Oil particularly helps restore, regenerate and restructure the skin by way of increasing the nutrient content of skin cells. Argan Oil has sought-after antioxidant properties. Argan oil helps in reducing the wrinkles and softening the skin. Regenerating properties on skin by revitalizing the cell functions that prevent early skin aging due to sun, pollution, stress, smoking, etc. Sebum regulating action on the oily skin that reduces the oiliness. Shown to increase the elasticity and tightening of the skin.Argan Oil strengthens nails and hair. Helps acne or chicken pox scars. Known to neutralise free radicals. It can help to reduce skin inflammation and skin irritation, helping to cure numerous dermatological disorders such as eczema, psoriasis and even acne. Pregnant women can apply argan oil to prevent the onset of stretch marks. It also helps to restore the natural pH of the skin.
Bearberry Extract – Highly effective skin brightener. Bearberry exhibits natural antiseptic, antioxidant and astringent properties.
Bilberry Extract – Soothing, vessel protective, astringent, anti-couperose. Purifies and cleanses. Cools and tones the skin. Contains essential fatty acids.
Blackberry Extract – Full of antioxidants, which help to combat harmful and damaging effects from our environment. Blackberry Extract is great in hair care for the benefit of adding volume, shine and bounce.
Bergamot (citrus bergamia) Essential Oil – Bergamot oil is an excellent disinfectant, owing to its antibacterialproperties. Bergamot essential oil has an uplifting aroma which has been known to be beneficial for people who are tense and anxious.
Borage Oil – One of the richest sources of essential fatty acids known to man. It is the richest source of GLA's, it is also a fantastic source of Linolenic Acid, vitamins and minerals. A nourishing oil.
Calendula Extract – Emollient, soothing, protective, refreshing, relieves itching due to dry skin. Purifying and cleansing. Protects from the drying effects of the sun.
Camellia Oil – Camellia oil is high in oleic acid (oleic up to 80 % and linoleic acid 9 %) and rich in Vitamins A, B, and E, which provide antioxidant, disinfectant and germicidal properties. Promotes skin elasticity and prevents the appearance of ageing. Soothing.
Carrot Seed Oil – Has amazing rejuvenating effect on the skin, it will soften and smooth the skin and will assist with cell growth and skin rejuvenation. Beta carotene, rich in vitamin c, a and e. Anti-ageing.
Cedar Wood Essential Oil – Is great to combat oily skin and related problems as well as dermatitis and psoriasis.
Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate – The first emulsyfing active ingredient
Chamomile Extract – Rich in flavonoids to provide antioxidant protection. Calms red, dry and irritated skin as well as calming allergies, eczema, psoriasis and all other flaky skin problems, promotes healing and is a great tissue regenerator.
Chlorophyll – A potent antioxidant and has oxygenating properties.Natural colour made from alfa grass, providing a rich source of chlorophyll, vitamins and minerals.
Coco Betain – This mild derived from coconut, surfactant is considered to be high foaming.
Coconut Butter – Great emollient, it can help fade stretch marks and keep the skin moisturised and flexible.
Organic Coconut Oil – A rich oil used to create a barrier on the skin, moisturising, softening protective
with cooling properties
Green Coffee Seed Extract – extract is a powerful antioxidant which offers protection against free radical damage. Based on its Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity Score, Coffee fruit currently has the highest antioxidant potential of any ingredient.
Antioxidants protect us against free radical damage caused from pollution, sun exposure, lifestyle and environmental factors as well as ageing. Ageing is greatly attributed to oxidative damage which causes collagen to break down. Collagen is the protein responsible for healthy looking skin, and Coffee fruit protects collagen from breaking down through its antioxidant properties.
Comfrey Extract – Astringent, soothing, emollient. Relieves itching due to dry skin. Restorative and promotes wound healing.
Cranberry Extract (enzymes) – Contains agents that helps dissolve the dry, dead skin cells on the skin’s surface, decreasing the signs of aging, and leaving your skin looking refreshed and rejuvenated. Powerful antioxidant. This ingredient has recently been been shown to be one of natures most effective antioxidants, rich in polyphenols & natural Vitamin C. Natural vasco-constrictor, shrinks tiny blood vessels and decongests.
Cucumber Extract – A moisture binding and regulator, tightens the skins, soothes the irritation of dry skin, astringent, and relieves itching due to dry skin, refreshingly cool and softening.
Cypress Essential Oil – Great for clearing oily and congested skin, can be used for varicose and broken veins.
Decyl Glucoside – Is a non-ionic surfactant, is extremely mild and gentle and is naturally derived from sugar, recommended for sensitive skin. Biodegradable.
Dermochlorella – Is an extract of a green micro-algae rich in peptides and amino acids, anti wrinkles and anti stretch mark botox® like. Dermochlorella is a restructuring active ingredient that allows the skin to find its tone and firmness again. It has a wonderful effect on dark circles and veins.
Epsom Salts – Contain a high mineral content that duplicates the benefits of a hot spring. Epsom Salts are a great detoxifier for the body. Epsom Salts are also a great way to combat stress and alleviate muscular aches.
Evening Primrose Oil – Contains high levels of GLA essential fatty acids and is good for dry, mature skin. Soothes inflammation.
French Green Clay – Repairs tissue and draws toxins from the skin. Clay is rich in minerals, pomegranate rich in antioxidants for healthy, radiant skin. Clay removes dead skin cells stimulates blood circulation and detoxifies your skin. Clay tones and strengthens the connective tissues.
French Pink Clay – Has tissue firming properties, improves skin softness. Clay is rich in minerals, pomegranate rich in antioxidants for healthy, radiant skin. Clay removes dead skin cells stimulates blood circulation and detoxifies your skin. Clay tones and strengthens the connective tissues.
Glycerin – Derived from vegetable fats, having moisture-retaining properties – soft to touch, moisturising. Attracts moisture to the skin.
Ginseng Extract – Skin rejuvenation; diminish the appearance of wrinkles, stimulant strengthening, elasticising, tonic.
Goji Berry Extract Powerful antioxidant, regenerative, detoxifying. High in minerals, vitamins B & E. Soothing. Anti-Ageing.
Gotu Kola – Gotu Kola has been found to help improve the collagen foundation of the skin, fight free radicals and improve skin firmness and elasticity. Soothing, purifying, promotes circulation, stimulating, astringent and skin tonic.
Grapefruit (pink) Essential Oil – Can help clear greasy, congested, and acne troubled skin while helping the tissue get rid of cellulite and drain any excess retained water with an uplifting aroma.
Green Tea Extract – Rich in antioxidants such as vitamin C and E, helps to diminish the appearance of wrinkles, a great tonic for ageing skin, stimulant, astringent active constituents in green tea are the catechin – polyphenols, green tea catechins are potent antioxidants.
Hazelnut oil – High in vitamin E and Oleic acid. Tones and tightens the skin. Promotes elasticity. Soothing to sry troubled skin.
Hemp Seed Oil – High in omega fatty acids and proteins. It is a fantastic oil due to its nutrients.
Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract – A peptide that is small and chemically similar enough to pass through the extracellular matrix of the skin.These peptides have been found to block muscular contraction signals - A vegetable alternative to botox®. This extract is also an antioxidant which helps to mop up free radicals that are present due to the usual wear and tear on the skin as it ages making it a powerful combination.
Honeysuckle Essential Oil – Antibacterial, anti-imflammatory and softening. Used for its beautiful scent and aroma.
Horsetail Extract – Contains nutrients that are believed to stimulate the production of collagen in skin cells which will improve the elasticity and firmness of skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. High in antioxidants used to strengthen and repair damaged hair and skin.
Hyacinth Essential Oil – Beautiful aroma and relaxes the tiny muscles in the face.
Hyaluranic Acid – Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the body and generally decreases with age. In the skin it exists in the epidermis and keeps the skin hydrated and supple due to its high water retention ability. As we age our production naturally decreases and we begin to notice alterations in our skin such as wrinkling or dry skin. Hyaluronic acid is beneficial for mature or dry skin to help restore smoothness and elasticity of the skin.
Jasmine Essential Oil – Tones dry, greasy, irritated and sensitive skin, increases elasticity and is used to assist with stretch marks and to reduce scarring.
Jojoba Oil – Anti-Ageing, anti-inflammatory, hypo-allergenic, analgesic and contains powerful antioxidants, Omega 6 and 9 fatty acids and vitamins A, D and E.Rich in vitamin E. It is a unique liquid wax used as an oil. Jojoba oil has a very close chemical composition to the skins own sebum, it has a stable, long lasting penetrative nature.
Jojoba Beads – Jojoba Beads are tiny spherically shaped beads consisting of hydrogenated jojoba oil (wax). The round shape offers effective exfoliation with out the harshness of typical abrasives, no sharp edges. Very mild with natural emollient properties make them ideal for sensitive skin.
Kaolin (ivory clay) Clay has the ability to absorb excess oils, dirt and harmful toxins from the skin.Kaolin Clay is basically kaolinite and is the mildest of all clays. Kaolin Clay is suitable for sensitive skin. It helps stimulate circulation to the skin while gently exfoliating andcleansing it. Kaolin Clay does not draw oils from the skin and can be used on dry skin types.
Kakadu Plum Extract – Its fruit has the highest known vitamin C concentration and is a wonderful antioxidant. Great also as a skin tonic.
Lavender Essential Oil – Considered one of the safest essential oils, lavender oil tones and revitalises, useful for all skin types and skin problems such as scarring, lavender oil is soothing and anti-inflammatory.
Lemon Myrtle Oil – The oil has also been known to uplift emotions as well as improving concentration. Lemon Myrtle Oil has a Ultra fresh, crisp potent lemon scent.
Lime Cold Pressed Essential Oil – Acts as an astringent, counteracting the over production of sebum and is useful for oily skin. Its antibacterial property is useful for the treatment of acne.
Macadamia Oil – Is a fantastic regenerative oil high mono-unsaturated fatty acids, contains palmitoleic acid to promote young soft skin, as well as omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. It has been successfully used to help heal scars and sunburns.
Marshmallow (althea officinalis) Extract – Marshmallow (this is extracted from the root of the plant) is a noted skin-soother and softener, with good emollient properties. It relieves irritation of dry skin, this extract can be used in most cosmetic applications, for both body and face, and it suits all skin types.<
Meadow Foam Seed Oil – Natures wonder oil with over 98% long chain fatty acids, having higher quality triglyceride levels than most other oils. It is highly moisturising and rejuvenating, protective, non greasy, smoothes wrinkles and reduces the signs of ageing. Suitable for all skin types.
Metabiotics Resveratrol – biotechnological ingredient for use in antiaging skin creams. Metabiotics Resveratrol is produced through the fermentation of the small molecule resveratrol with the microorganism Pichia pastoris.
The resulting biofermentation extract completely metabolizes the resveratrol, affording anti-inflammatory and Collagen IV synthesis activity to target micro-inflammation and maintain the structural integrity of skin cells through the dermal epidermal junction (DEJ).
In vitro studies were performed to determine the inhibitory benefits of the resveratrol on a full thickness tissue model to reduce expression of the anti-inflammatory enzyme cyclooxygenase 1 [COX1] along with its ability to promote the synthesis of Collagen IVA on the same tissue model. The results, in both cases, confirm with statistical significance that either a 1% or 2% treatment of the active reduces the levels of the COX1 enzyme and increases the amount of COLL IVA synthesis.
In vivo, an antiaging study has confirmed a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles following a 28-day application, as well as firming and lifting of the skin to reduce notable sagging that was present prior to treatment.
Its benefits include reduction in inflammation, promoting firming and rebuilding DEJ structural integrity.
Mica – Given to a group of naturally occurring minerals. It provides a shimmery, glittery effect when added to creams etc.
Mother Of Pearl – A fabulous natural bounty of the sea to help reveal fresh, smooth and more youthful looking skin. Recommended for use to remove that unwanted layer of dead skin cells! Mother of Pearl promotes efficient absorption of skin care products into the skin's deeper layers, allowing for maximum effect from your skincare products.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
– has been clinically proven to boost the skin’s natural production of ceramides and essential fatty acids for barrier repair. Niacinamide also helps repair DNA damage from sun exposure and helps to improve fine lines and wrinkles
- Improves skin moisturisation by up to 67% and soothes sensitive skin.
- Improves the appearance of ageing skin, stimulates new fibroblasts by 20% and collagen secretion by 54%.
- Creates a more even-looking skin tone by inhibiting the transfer of the melanosomes to the surrounding keratinocytes by up to 68%.
- Effectively reduces the appearance of Acne.
- Blocks different types of ultraviolet lights.
Oat Beta Glucan – An amazing ingredient that helps improve the condition of all skin types. Great for blemish control, skin elasticity, reducing flakiness, roughness, scaling, reducing the number, depth and length of wrinkles, a free radical scavenger.
Olive Oil – Olive Oil contains high levels of Omega 9 essential fatty acids, it is a favourite on both dry and irritated skin.
Olive Leaf Extract– A powerful antioxidant & tonic for ageing skin, helps slow the signs of age lines. Anti-inflammatory. Soothing, hydrating, astringent. Tones, firms and helps promote elasticity.
Organic Coconut Oil – A rich oil used to create a barrier on the skin, moisturising, softening protective with cooling properties.
Organic Rose Hip Oil – An amazing oil extremely high in Omega 3 and Omega 6 essential fatty acids. Known to treat dry, irritated skin, an excellent natural source of vitamin C. Rosehip oil also contains antioxidants, reduces the signs of ageing, gives the skin a health glow and restores lustre to hair. It is also suitable for treating burns, scars and stretch marks.
Palmorosa Essential Oil – Has a moisturising and hydrating effect on the skin, great to fight wrinkles. It also balances the natural secretion of sebum, which keeps the skin supple and elastic. It helps with the formation of the new tissue and is great for rejuvenating and regenerating the skin.
Papaya Extract – It is excellent in stabilising oily skin and as an exfoliant on dry areas. Papaya can help rejuvenate and give your skin a natural 'lift'. Papaya contains vitamin A which helps repair skin and new cell formation. It also contains vitamin C, an antioxidant with great proteins for smoother, softer skin. Papay is packed with vitamins and enzymes that soothe the skin both internally and externally.
Pineapple Extract (enzymes) – Pineapple contains one of the world’s most effective enzymes, Bromelain. Most commonly extracted from Pineapple, it is known as a protelytic enzyme, meaning that it has the unique quality of being able to reduce inflammation on the skin and breakdown proteins that cause build-up.
Perfect for problem skin, the enzyme helps to effectively disintegrate excess surface cells for efficient and non-abrasive exfoliation. Pineapple enzymes improve the skin texture to leave the skin with a luminous glow!
Plantaserv Q – A natural preservative made from the extracts of vanilla and almond.
Pomegranate Extract – Has remarkable antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Pomegranate Extract contains the extraordinarily powerful polyphenol ellagic acid, a highly efficient free radical scavenger powerful in reducing the signs of ageing. It stimulates keratinocyte production and promotes the regeneration of the skins epidermis.
Pomegranate Extract (enzymes) – Pomegranate Enzyme Powder will effectively exfoliate the epidermis and help skin appear refreshed and healthy. Pomegranate has been shown to protect against photo aging, support skin cell regeneration, promote healing, and prevents cancerous changes due to UV exposure.
Potassium Sorbate – Potassium sorbate is a mild, yet effective preservative. It is the potassium salt of sorbic acid.
Pro Vitamin B5 (D Panthenol) –Vitamin B5 as it is known is one of the most popular vitamins used in the cosmetic industry. Noted for being effective against acne and for its hydrating, wound and burns healing properties.
Rose Essential Oil – Anti-Ageing. Antioxidant rich. Stimulates the skin, moisturising and hydrating boosting all skin types, particularly beneficial to dry mature and sensitive skin. It helps reduce skin redness, fight inflammations, as well as fix broken capillaries. Also acts a general skin tonic with its astringent properties.
Rose Water – Has the same properties as rose essential oil.
Rosemary Antioxidant – Has high antioxidant properties, it has also been reported to have some antimicrobial, anti bacterial and antifungal properties.
Rosewood Oil – Effective in stimulating the cells and regenerating tissue, aiding rejuvenation of the skin making it useful for wrinkled and mature skin. Rosewood oil is beneficial for oily skin as it helps to reduce sebum and, thus prevents breakouts such as pimples, blackheads and boils etc that are commonly seen in oily skin. Rosewood oil is a balancing oil effect for use on all skin types, an epidermal equaliser that can offer effect relief from the symptoms ance and dermatitis.
Sandalwood Essential Oil – Wonderful moisturising and hydrating properties, useful with dry or inflamed skin. Great for anti-aging skincare. The toning effect is useful when treating oily skin.
Shea Butter – Highly moisturising, softening and has an anti-inflammatory effect on skin, useful for treating a wide variety of skin conditions, e.g., scars, wrinkles, stretch marks, burns, rashes and severely dry skin.
Shitake Mushroom- Potent nutritive benefits also credited with boosting life energy or “qi” while preventing premature aging. Boosts skins immunity.
Stable Vitamin C -Using the most stable form of vitamin C available allowing for maximum transdermal absorption, this patented technology is a breakthrough in anti-ageing skincare. This brightening and lightening ingredient also has outstanding results on age spots acne and redness of skin. Stimulates collagen and is a potent antioxidant offering DNA and UV protection. Free radical scavenger.Stearic Acid – has no acid properties, it is used to provide increased consistency and skin protection.
Sunflower Oil – Has high amounts of vitamins A, B, D and E minerals, lecithin, inulin and unsaturated fatty acids, an all round great oil for the skin.
Sweet Almond Oil – Known for its ability to soften and recondition the skin. Rich in proteins and vitamin D is considered extremely nourishing. Containing Olein Glyceride Linolic Acid and can be expected to smooth dry skin and irritated areas.
Sweet Orange Esssential Oil – Skin tonic.
Tangerine Essential Oil – Useful for acne congested and oily skin. It is used to help prevent stretch marks, while increasing circulation and reducing fluid retention.
Vanilla essential oils – Considered a premiere sensual aphrodisiac and one of the most popular aromas. Comforting and relaxing.
Venuceane™ – Venuceane™ possesses activity that mimics the anti-free radical (anti-oxidant) protective enzymes found naturally in the skin such as SOD, catalase and glutathione peroxidase. Venuceane™ provides much stronger protection to the skin than more commonly known vitamin antioxidants such as Vitamin E. In vivo test showed that Venuceane™ is capable of protecting against lipid peroxidation and DNA damage from UVA radiation.
Not only was Venuceane™ shown to help to preserve the youthfulness of the skin through its anti-free radical (anti-oxidant) action, during testing it was also seen to reverse key signs of ageing such as:
- Imperfections (irregularity of the grain of the skin and superficial capillaries) by an average of 1.4 years in 6 months .
- Wrinkles by an average of 5.1 years in 6 months
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- Freckles (lentigines) and UV-induced spots (such as sun and age spots) by an average of 8.5 months in 6 months.
Venuceane™ prevents the visible signs of photo-ageing (spots, wrinkles, dryness), protects cell structures from UV damage and reinforces the skins texture and integrity.
Vitamin E – Is an super antioxidant that assists in maintaining cell integrity. Cools and soothes the irritation of dry skin. Helps prevent and slow the signs of ageing. Smoothes wrinkles.
Wheat Amino Acid – Contains free amino acids, highly moisturising, penetrates the horny layer of the skin, brings brightness, provides hydrating and conditioning effect.
Willow Bark (salix nigra) Extract – Anti-inflammatory properties and smoothing effect results in reduction of fine lines and wrinkles. Even though extract is a source of salicylic-acid like ingredients, it has none of the drawbacks associated with the acid - mainly irritation.
The fresh bark is rich in tannins and salicylic acid-like materials. The freshly prepared extract has been reported to have analgesic, antiseptic, astringent, anti-pyretic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Natural Black Willow Bark Extract has been shown to possess potent antimicrobial properties. Efficacy testing has shown that the extract has activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Propionibacterium acnes, two of the skin flora implicated in the formation of acne. When added to cosmetic formulations, the extract can also increase the cell renewal capabilities of cosmetic formulations. Natural Black Willow Bark Extract is a safe way to get the benefits of a B-hydroxy acid without the risk of irritation. When compared to Salicylic Acid the extract is better able to increase turnover of the stratum corneum and also has more in vitro antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Propionibacterium acnes. Coupled with this increased efficacy, it has less irritation potential than salicylic acid comparable to glycerin.
Witch Hazel Extract - One of nature's best astringents, there is probably no better tonic or toner for skin care preparations. Softening, astringent, anti-couperose and soothes irritated or dry skin.
Xantham Gum – Is a natural emulsifier and stabiliser, derived from corn starch. It is also used as a thickener.
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil – Ylang Ylang essential oil has a sweet, exotic, floral scent that is one of the most sought after aromas. Ylang Ylang is soothing to the skin.
Ylang Ylang Water – Same properties as ylang ylang essential oil.
