Cocoa Butter

Cocoa butter is extremely rich in antioxidants which we all know help combat the free radicals that oxidize skin cells and damage your skin. Rich in oleic acid, palmitic acid, and stearic acid, cocoa butter creates a layer of protection on the skin from environmental toxins and free radicals. It slows down premature signs of aging and prevents the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. Also rich in polyphenols, cocoa butter improves skin elasticity and boosts collagen production restoring health to dry and damaged skin.

Cocoa butter has a high content of saturated fats which makes it a powerful moisturizer. It deeply hydrates the skin and its emollient properties ensure moisture is locked into the skin all day long. However, cocoa butter has a high comedogenic rating of 4 which means it may clog pores and cause breakouts if you have oily skin and are prone to breakouts. Despite this, its ability to intensely hydrate and protect skin makes this a wonderful ingredient in a plethora of beauty products including moisturizers, conditioners, lip balms, etc. 

…the clean beauty guide March 10, 2020

Citric Acid

Citric acid : is derived from fermented corn and sugar beets or juices from citrus fruits. Food grade, GMO free.

Colloidal Oatmeal

Avena Sativa (Oat) kernel flour. Colloidal Oatmeal is one of the most cost-effective active, anti-aging, anti-irritant, cleansing moisturizers available. Colloidal Oatmeal is a natural anti-irritant, that gives a silky smooth feel to the skin. It has good skin buffering properties and is an effective UVA sunscreen and antioxidant. It also demonstrates excellent cleansing properties.

Licorice Root Extract

Licorice Root Extract is a hidden little gem – it helps to lighten & brighten the skin, reduces the appearance of pigmentation & helps reduce eczema, itching, redness, scaling & rosacea.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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It is also known to have potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory & antimicrobial properties

Plantapon TF Surfactant

Plantapon TF is a natural surfactant blend that can be used in a wide variety of gentle cleansing formulations. Plantapon TF or Plantapon Tear Free is an extremely mild tear-free and sulfate-free surfactant blend based that is based on APG technology and provides effective cleansing properties, as well as excellent foaming and sensory properties. With this surfactant skin will be left feeling nourished and smooth, with the glyceryl oleate in the blend providing conditioning to the hair and skin, while the alkyl polyglucosides softly rinse away dirt and other impurities. Plantapon TF is ideal for baby care products and can be used in a variety of formulations including body washes, face washes, shampoos and other sensitive skin formulas.

Sodium Lactate

Sodium lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, and has a mild saline taste. It is produced by fermentation of a sugar source, such as corn or beets, and then, by neutralizing the resulting lactic acid(4) to create a compound having the formula NaC3H5O3. Sodium lactate is used in shampoo products and other similar items such as soaps, as it is an effective humectant & moisturizer.

Turmeric

Turmeric is the spice that gives curry its yellow color. It has been used in India for thousands of years as a spice and medicinal herb. Recently, science has started to back up what Indians have known for a long time — it really does contain compounds with medicinal properties. Turmeric contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components. These characteristics may provide glow and luster to the skin. Turmeric may also revive your skin by bringing out its natural glow.