Ingredients That Sound Scary, but Are Actually Really Nice!
September 17 2019
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September 17 2019
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Sometimes, even the ingredients on a 100% natural product can look a little bit scary and seem awfully "chemical-y." Our formulas are no exception, and we realise that in between all the familiar essential oils and extracts there may be a few head scratchers in there.
We are all about transparency though, so below we have explained what all of our difficult-to-pronounce ingredients are doing in our products so that you can rest assured we're not sneaking in any nasties.
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Calcium Gluconate
The calcium salt of naturally occurring gluconic acid used for skin conditioning and as a humectant, meaning it retains and preserves moisture.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Compounds made of naturally occurring fatty acids, made from combining coconut oil and glycerine. Helps smooth skin and works as antioxidant, non-toxic solvent, and emollient.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Vegetable-based, fatty alcohol used as emulsion stabilizer, viscosity and foam booster and surfactant
Cetyl Esters
Wax used as surfactant and emulsifying agent
Citric Acid
Natural AHA that adjusts skin acidity to promote cell regrowth and naturally exfoliate. May help even skin tone, treat acne and fight wrinkles.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Coconut derived surfactant
Coco Glucoside
Completely biodegradable, non-ionic surfactant derived from renewable raw materials such as coconut oil and corn and fruit sugars. Mild enough for all skin types.
Demineralised Water
High purity water that has had most or all of its mineral and salt ions removed, such as Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Chloride, Sulphate, Nitrate and Bicarbonate. Acts as solvent in skincare products.
Gluconolactone
Natural, gentle substance with skin conditioning properties suited for sensitive skin types. Helps to soften and soothe dry skin while moisturising.
Glycerin (or Glycerine)
A natural lubricant and humectant that balances water levels in skin to facilitate moisture. Also called "glycerine" or "glycerol," smooths and softens skin by helping cells mature properly.
Glyceryl Caprylate
Skin conditioning agent, emollient, surfactant and emulsifying agent
Glyceryl Stearate
Naturally derived fatty acid used as emulsifying and skin conditioning agent. Acts as lubricant on skin surface and easily penetrates to slow water loss.
Glycine Soja Oil
Antioxidant oil obtained from Soybean plant, contains triglycerides of oleic, linoleic and saturated acids.
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
A water soluble derivative of guar gum offering conditioning properties
Parfum (Naticide®)
A vegetable origin fragrance with broad spectrum activity against Bacteria Gram-positive, Bacteria Gram-negative, moulds and yeasts
Potassium Sorbate
Natural, mild preservative used as alternative to toxic parabens. Prevents the growth of microorganisms and protects natural ingredients from spoiling.
Sodium Benzoate
Naturally occurring preservative found in many food sources and used widely in food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics
Sodium Bicarbonate
AKA Baking soda, used to balance skin's pH and aid in exfoliation
Sodium Chloride
This is just salt! An essential compound used by the human body to absorb and transport nutrients.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Sodium salt derived from coconut oil, extremely gentle surfactant and emulsifier. Often used in toothpaste and baby soaps
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
Water-soluble, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut. Mild, safe and not to be confused with Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (aka SLS, a widely used toxic alternative)
Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate
Salt of a coconut derived fatty acid. Used as mild surfactant and foaming agent.
Stearic Acid
Naturally occurring fatty acid used a surfactant and cleansing agent as well as emulsion stabiliser.
Tocopheryl
AKA Vitamin E, refers to a naturally occurring class of chemical compounds used for skin conditioning and as an antioxidant.
Xanthan Gum
Polysaccaride derived from glucose or sucrose; binder, emulsion stabiliser and viscosity increasing agent. May have skin conditioning properties.
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