SHEA BUTTER
The concentration of natural vitamins and fatty acids in shea butter makes it incredibly nourishing and moisturizing. Shea butter aids in the skin’s natural collagen production. It contains oleic, stearic, palmitic, and linolenic acids that protect and nourish the skin to prevent drying. Shea butter has comedogenic rating of 0-2, meaning that it ranks between noncomedogenic (will not clog pores) and moderately low likelihood of clogging pores.
ALOE VERA
Aloe vera possess superb hydrating and cooling properties. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and anti-inflammatory compounds, it is used to heal sunburn, lessen the discomfort from bug bites, diminish skin redness, itching and peeling, as well as to treat a variety of skin conditions, such as frostbite, psoriasis, eczema and cold sores. Aloe vera stimulates collagen production, reduces inflammation and boosts skin cell turnover, thus diminishing the appearance of scars and brightening your skin. Applied persistently, it helps to increase skin elasticity over time and slows the signs of aging.
SWEET ALMOND OIL
Mild and hypoallergenic, sweet almond oil is a perfect choice for sensitive skin. Natural abundance of vitamin E protects the skin from oxidative stress and UV radiation damage, keeping it soft and supple. Sweet almond oil is beneficial for all dry skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis, and chapped skin. The high fatty acid content assists in soothing irritated and inflamed skin, helping to reduce itching and redness. Vitamin E and fatty acids in almond oil give it the ability to fade away dark spots by increasing the turnover rate of skin cells; the old skin with the uneven dark patches is replaced by new and lighter skin. Sweet almond oil is used to treat almost any skin discoloration problem ranging from freckles and dark spots to wrinkles, blemishes, and acne. Along with it’s skin lightening abilities, sweet almond oil also helps to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays that often trigger or worsen dark spots.
COCONUT OIL
Coconut oil is rich in fatty acids and antioxidants that help prevent aging and damage to the skin. It is the most abundant source of lauric acid, a fatty acid known for its antimicrobial and moisturizing properties. Aside from its anti-aging and skin-healing abilities, it promotes the production of collagen. Naturally rich in vitamin E, it protects the skin from sun damage.
BEESWAX
Used in skin products, beeswax creates a barrier which helps to seal moisture into the skin, at the same time allowing it to breath and protecting from environmental toxins and irritants. Naturally contains vitamin A, which improves hydration to the skin and promotes cell regeneration.
VITAMIN E
Vitamin E is an extremely powerful antioxidant. It has moisturizing and healing benefits, and helps to strengthen skin barrier function. Vitamin E is a natural anti-inflammatory, so it soothes and calms irritated skin.
LEMON ESSENTIAL OIL
Lemon is a number one go-to when the topic of detoxing with essential oils comes up. Lemon essential oil contains powerful antioxidants, helps to reduce inflammation, fight bacteria and fungi, and boost energy levels. It has a purifying, cleansing and protective effect on the body. Used in cosmetics, lemon essential oil reduces acne, repairs damage, hydrates, and rejuvenates dull skin. It is a powerful skin astringent and detoxifier—lemon essential oil stimulates lymphatic drainage, which helps the body to cleanse itself of wastes and toxins.
