Butters

 

 

Shea

• High in vitamins E, D, and A with essential fatty acids in shea makes it incredibly nourishing and moisturizing for skin

• Aids in collagen production to reduce and diminish wrinkles

• Restores elasticity to skin

• Wards off and reduced the appearance of stretch marks

• Anti-oxidative properties, fights off free radicals

• Moisturizes and softens dry brittle hair which aids in the repairing of split ends

 

Mango

• Rich in vitamins E, A and C which helps protect the skin form environmental stressors

• High in Antioxidants and works as an emollient to soften the skin

• Boost skin’s luster and natural radiance

• Reduces the appearance of dark spots by stimulating the skins natural renewal process

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Cocoa

• Improves elasticity

• Forms a protective barrier over skin to lock in moisture

• Improves the texture of the skin

• Improves the appearance of scaring

• Aids in treating skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis

• Reduces frizz, moisturizes dry and damaged hair, nourishes the scalp and promotes healthy hair growth

 

Bacuri

• Has a high absorption rate and is a fantastic emollient

• Rich in Lysine which is a beneficial for treating eczema and herpes simplex infection

• Stabilizes collagen and elastin production

• It is also rich in Methionine, an essential amino acid, body’s primary source of sulfur

• The body uses sulfur to influence hair follicles and promote healthy hair, skin and nail growth.

• Anti-aging

• Reduces the appearance of scars

 

 

 

Carrier oils

 

 

Grapeseed

• Grapeseed oil is rich in many other superior compounds: beta-carotene, vitamins D, C, E, and polyphenols. These compounds have powerful antioxidant abilities

• Lightens acne scaring

• Manages acne by decreasing clogged pores

• Plays an essential role in softening and hydrating the skin’s outer layer

• The polyphenols found in grapeseed oil help combat premature aging and wrinkles

• Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties

• Assist in the production and restoration rate of collagen and elastin

 

Sesame Seed

• High in both Vitamins A & E, which are essential nutrients for healing and skin cell repair

• Reduces wrinkles, fine lines, and enlarged pores

• It nourishes and feeds the scalp to control dry scalp dandruff and to kill dandruff causing bacteria

• Sesame seeds contain essential fatty acids such as omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9 which promote hair growth

• Molecules of sesame seed oil have the property of attracting oil-soluble toxins

 

Jojoba

• Jojoba oil has a similar molecular structure and composition to sebum, which the skin naturally produces for moisturization

• Jojoba oil is high in ceramides which is an essential component for healthy formation of the skin barrier

• Acts as a humectant which helps retain moisture in the skin

• Its anti-inflammatory properties help to calm irritation of the skin

• Helps to alleviate acne by balancing out the overproduction of sebum within the skin

• Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and improvements in skin texture, tone, and elasticity.

• Nourishes, conditions, and protects the scalp and individual hair strands

 

 

 

Essential Oils

 

 

Lavender

• Kill bacteria, and this can prevent and heal acne breakouts. It unclogs pores and reduces inflammation.

• Antifungal

• Soothes eczema and dry skin

• Reduce discoloration, including dark spots

• Accelerates wound healing

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Geranium

• Increases cell turnover rate

• Antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antiseptic properties make it beneficial for reducing acne breakouts

• Heal wounds and reduces scaring

• Helps to regulate excessive oil production

• Soothes and decreases inflammation

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Sweet Orange

• Boost circulation and blood flow in the skin

• Promotes cell growth and collagen synthesis

• Antibacterial properties help fight acne

• Contains all-natural Antimicrobial

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Tea Tree

• Speeds up wound healing

• Soothes psoriasis and eczema

• Minimizes Dandruff

• Fight’s acne

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Frankincense

• Strengthen and improve skin tone, elasticity

• Studies have shown frankincense to have anti-inflammatory and tissue remodeling properties

• It may help tone and lift skin, reduce the appearance of scars and acne, and heals wounds

• Beneficial for fading of stretch marks

 

Cinnamon

• Antibacterial, so it can be used to treat acne

• Known to unclog pores and bring oxygen to the skin

• Reduced dark spots

• Increases cell turnover rate

• Powerful antioxidant that reduces the signs of aging

• Improves the appearance of the skin and makes it more even toned

 

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Herbs

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Calendula

• Calendula oil has antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties that aids in healing wounds

• Soothes eczema, and relieves diaper rash, and is also used as an antiseptic.

• Can be used to treat burns, acne, swelling, bruises, scrapes, and stings

 

Rose Hips

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and F

• Reduces hyperpigmentation

• Treats mild to moderate acne

• Synthesizes collagen production

• Protects skin from free radicals

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Hibiscus

• The natural acids present in Hibiscus help to purify your skin by breaking down dead skin and increasing cell turnover

• Helps to control acne breakouts

• Effective in treating dry skin, leaving your skin smooth and supple

• Hibiscus has great anti-aging benefits because it maintains elastin in the skin by decreasing the activity of elastase, an enzyme that breaks down our skin’s natural elastin

 

Nettle

• Rich in minerals such as magnesium, phosphorous, silicon and a lot of calcium and iron

• Contains vitamin C, A, E, and B, as well as valuable proteins such as silica

• Boost hair growth and enhances hair quality

• Can be used as a treatment for alopecia

• When applied topically, nettle oil or slave suppress inflammation and relieve inflammatory diseases such as arthritis or dermatitis

 

Horsetail

• Stimulates hair growth and improves circulation

• Heals wounds and Burns  

• Contains natural antimicrobial properties

• Improves brittle nails

• Contains silica, a compound used to optimize collagen synthesis

• Improves joint disease

• Rich in vitamins and minerals C, B complex, E, K, Copper, Iron, and Calcium