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Custom Ingredients Glossary
Our custom ingredients are available for you to add to your choice of skin care base to create your perfect personalized line of natural skin care. We have provided this list of information on the skin benefits of each available ingredient to help you decide how to create the perfect formulations for your individual skin care needs.
For additional information and help with your custom formulation, see our guide to Personalized Recommendations for You which is based on your skin type analysis and individual skin care concerns.
VITAMINS
Vitamins play a key part in nourishing and protecting your skin. They are an essential part of any skin care regimen.
VITAMIN C - Plays a vital role in skin protection. Scientific data shows that Vitamin C can help increase collagen production, making skin more supple and elastic. Also a powerful anti-inflammatory, great for reducing irritation and reversing the effects of sun damage.
VITAMIN E - One of nature's most potent antioxidants, acting to prevent and correct damage caused by sun and environmental pollutants. Protects skin against the accumulation of free radicals which have been found to lead to many types of skin cancer. Promotes soft, supple, youthful skin. An excellent emollient which reduces roughness, irritation and dry conditions. Helps with the skin's natural healing process and the reduction of scars. Slows the aging process of the skin and diminishes fine wrinkles.
ESSENTIAL OILS
Essential oils have many healing properties and have long been used for their beneficial skin care effects. Add one or more to your non water based products and experience the regenerative power of these potent plant distillates. Also great for delicately scenting your product naturally.
LAVENDER - A natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory agent. Balances skin's oil production, great for all skin types. Effective in treating dermatitis, eczema, rashes, psoriasis, dry or cracked skin, pimples, black heads and mild to moderate acne. Imparts a fresh, light, calming powdery floral scent.
ROSEWOOD - Great at fighting infections; antibacterial, antiseptic and antifungal. Also a great tonic to balance skin's pH. Suitable for treatment of acne, dermatitis, skin inflammation and wrinkles. Stimulates skin cell and tissue regeneration. Sweet, powdery wood scent with a hint of rose.
SWEET ORANGE - Helps skin eliminate accumulated toxins. Antiseptic and disinfectant. Treats dull, oily or puffy skin to balance and enliven complexion. Effective at reducing wrinkles, strengthening skin, hydrating skin cells and increasing circulation. Supports skin cell regeneration. Fresh, fruity, sweet and tangy uplifting scent.
TEA TREE - An powerful antibacterial agent valued for its ability to fight germs and infections. Effective in the treatment of rashes, infections, dermatitis and acne. Helps heal wounds and regenerate scar tissues. Very effective at controlling oily skin and blemishes. Has a sharp, spicy, somewhat medicinal scent.
BREAKOUT BUSTER BLEND - A skillful blend of Bergamot, Tea Tree, Roman Chamomile and German Chamomile. Highly effective in the treatment of acneic conditions. Spicy herbal scent.
ORGANIC EXTRACTS
Organic extracts have many of the same medicinal properties as essential oils, but they are water based and therefore more easily mixed with water based products. Try one or more in your custom skin care line to experience the subtle scents and powerful skin healing abilities of these organic extracts.
LAVENDER - (see Lavender Essential Oil, above)
ORANGE BLOSSOM - An excellent skin softener for all skin types. Balances skin's natural oils and regenerates skin cells. Great toner for mature, dry, or sensitive skin. Improves skin elasticity. Beautiful light sweet and spicy floral scent.
ROMAN CHAMOMILE - Excellent in the treatment of a large variety of skin conditions. Has an anti-inflammatory effect great for alleviating infections, hypersensitive skin, puffiness, eczema, rosacea, allergic reactions and acne. Strengthens skin tissues. Light sweet herbal scent.
ROSE - Used for all skin types, especially mature, dry or sensitive skin. Acts as an emollient astringent, toning and rejuvenating skin cells. Helps with minimizing scarring. Beautifully delicate floral scent.
PAPAYA/PINEAPPLE ENZYMES - Renewing blend which naturally exfoliates skin to reveal a younger, fresher complexion. Dissolves dead and damaged skin cells. Great for the treatment of blemishes, dry or flaky skin, mature or sun damaged skin, and enlarged pores. Helps in the wound healing process. Contains naturally beneficial plant enzymes and Alpha Hydroxy Acids.
ORGANIC FRUIT ACID BLEND - A nutrient rich multi-fruit blend of lemon, orange, cane sugar, cranberry and maple. Contains a multitude of natural Alpha Hydroxy Acids to exfoliate and renew tired skin. Gently stimulates cell renewal without irritation.
EXTRA CARE
Added nutrition for softer, smoother, healthier skin.
ALOE VERA - Natural moisturizer containing a host of natural nutrients, enzymes, minerals and amino acids that are highly beneficial to all skin types. Contains calcium, iron, zinc, magnesium and potassium, to nourish and protect. Greatly improves skin hydration and has renowned anti-inflammatory and healing properties. Soothes and softens skin for improved tone and texture.
CRANBERRY EXTRACT - Exceptionally high nutrient content and very effective source of antioxidants to protect skin and reverse free radical damage. Great antibacterial and antimicrobial properties with a strong ability to reduce inflammation.
ORGANIC GREEN TEA EXTRACT - Well known for antioxidant properties that prevent degradation of skin cell membranes. 20 times the antioxidant power of Vitamin E. Supresses inflammation and reduces irritation. Helpful in diminishing the adverse effects of sun damaged skin.
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