OLIVE OIL
The extra virgin olive oil used to make this product is harvested in the most recent year, is ultra-high in polyphenols and offers superb medicinal qualities. Extra virgin olive oil has been used topically for centuries to relieve every day skin ailments. It has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-aging properties because it is packed with antioxidants and vitamins. It hydrates the skin by building the skin’s moisture barrier to prevent loss of moisture. Abundant in vitamin K, vitamin E, and polyphenols, olive oil protects against free radicals which damage the skin.
WILD YAM ROOT
The active ingredient of wild yam root is diosgenin, a precursor to certain steroidal hormones such as progesterone, important for boosting female reproductive health. Extracts and tinctures from wild yam tubers have been used in traditional medicine for centuries - native Americans have used wild yam for benefits ranging from estrogen therapy and natural progesterone to treating diverticulosis, gallbladder pain, rheumatoid arthritis, as well as offering increased energy. Wild yam helps to alleviate some of the uncomfortable symptoms associated with menopause: hot flashes, mood swings, and night sweats. It helps to relieve premenstrual syndrome symptoms. Known for its antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory effects in the uterine muscles, wild yam is beneficial to those suffering from painful cramps associated with menstruation and endometriosis. Wild yam aids with fertility in women by optimizing progesterone and estrogen levels, as well as relieving oviductal and fallopian tube spasms. Using wild yam cream on the skin reduces inflammation and photoaging.
CHASTE TREE BERRIES (CHASTEBERRIES)
First used by ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians, the chaste tree plant is known for its potential to help alleviate symptoms associated with certain reproductive health conditions, including premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menopause, infertility, and hormonal acne. Some studies suggest that chaste tree berries stimulate the release of luteinizing hormone from the pituitary gland, increasing progesterone and helping to regulate the function of the ovaries. Other studies conclude that chasteberries lower prolactin levels, a hormone that affects the menstrual cycle, and that chaste tree berries have an effect on certain neurotransmitters such as dopamine and endogenous opioids, affecting hormones such as progesterone. Using chasteberry extract regularly over time reduces fibroids, boosts female fertility by balancing estrogen levels, eases tenderness in the breasts, treats migraines and lowers blood pressure, stimulates the libido, aids in weight loss efforts, speeds up the healing of bone fractures, lowers the risk of developing uterine fibroids, treats endometriosis, and prevents amenorrhea.
BEESWAX
Beeswax creates a barrier which helps to seal moisture and scent 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. Anti-inflammatory properties of vitamin E soothe and calm irritated skin. Vitamin E naturally protects against cell mutation caused by sun.
THYME ESSENTIAL OIL
Benefits of using thyme essential oil have been recognized across the Mediterranean for thousands of years. Thyme oil is antiseptic, antibacterial, antispasmodic, hypertensive, has calming properties and progesterone balancing effects. Using thyme oil naturally regulates hormones in the body. Thyme oil is an effective way to bust stress and treat restlessness. It relaxes the body allowing the lungs, veins and mind to open and keep the body functioning properly. Because thyme oil stimulates the production of progesterone, it serves as a natural fibroid treatment, and gives relief from obstructed and painful menstruation, irregular periods, and premature menopause. It opens obstructed menses, gives relief from the symptoms like abdominal pain, fatigue, nausea, depression, and low blood pressure associated with menstruation. It can delay menopause, thereby keeping women healthy, happy, and fertile, and also serves as a natural remedy for menopausal symptoms including mood swings, hot flashes and insomnia.
ROSEMARY ESSENTIAL OIL
The anti-microbial, antiseptic, astringent, antioxidant, and tonic properties of rosemary essential oil make it a beneficial additive in skincare products that are meant to soothe and treat dry or oily skin, eczema, inflammation, and acne. Rich in iron, calcium, and phytonutrients, rosemary essential oil can help protect skin cells from damage caused by the sun and free radicals. Rosemary essential oil stimulates blood circulation, increasing skin's elasticity. Applied topically, rosemary essential oil soothes inflammation and reduces appearance of age spots. Rosemary oil offers potent anti-inflammatory properties helping to sooth pain; it has been used in folk medicine as natural pain reliever for centuries. Rosemary contains a strong antioxidant called carnosol offering powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. Carnosol balances estrogen and androgen hormone levels in the body. In turn, this can enhance hair growth and regulate menstrual cycle. Rosemary also activates detoxification pathways helping to restore balance to hormone levels. Rosemary oil lowers levels of the stress hormone cortisol in the blood, which protects the body from chronic disease due to oxidative stress.
LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL
Lavender essential oil is rich in antioxidants that nourish your skin and protect it from environmental toxins and pollutants, ultimately aiding in preventing cellular damage, uneven skin tone or hyperpigmentation. Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties of lavender essential oil make it a common remedy used to speed up healing of wounds, cuts, burns, sunburns, and bug bites, as well as to treat acne, psoriasis, and other inflammatory conditions. In addition to soothing inflammation, lavender oil is known for its calming benefits— it effectively reduces redness and skin irritation. Lavender essential oil has also been shown to regenerate skin cells, which makes it great for restoring bright skin tone, reducing sun spots and removing scarring. Lavender essential oil is used in aromatherapy to improve mood and promote relaxation. Using lavender oil helps to reduce pain and discomfort associated with menstrual cramps. Lavender oil has been shown to improve sleep and decrease feelings of stress and mood swings associated with PMS or menopause.