Algae Extract
An extract of marine algae that is harvested within six feet of the water’s surface to yield a biologically active extract that is rich in minerals including calcium, magnesium, zinc and iodine.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
The juice of the Aloe Vera plant has been used externally to treat various skin conditions such as cuts, burns and eczema. Its beneficial properties are most often attributed to mucopolysaccharides present in the inner gel of the leaf.

Aloe Vera
See Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice.

Avena Sativa Extract
A natural, high activity, standardized oat extract that exhibits a high degree of anti-irritant and antioxidant properties. It has high levels of the antioxidants known as avenanthramides.

Betula Alba Bark Extract
Also known as White Birch bark extract. It is rich in flavonoids and tannins and is used for toning and purifying the skin. It is also an exceptional astringent and an outstanding antioxidant.

Birch Bark Extract
See Betula alba bark extract.

Bisabolol
A natural derivative of chamomile flowers. Bisabolol has skin soothing and anti-irritant properties.

Butyrospermum Parkii
Natural fatty acid glyceride with exceptional emollient and skin softening properties; derived from organically grown Karite trees. Also known as Shea Butter.

Camellia Sinensis Extract
Natural, organic extract of white tea with extraordinary antioxidant and anti-irritant activity. Contains high levels of catechins and polyphenols.

Ceramide
Derived from soybeans. Ceramide is a natural component of the skin and along with sterols and essential fatty acids play an important role in the skin’s barrier function and hydrolipidic balance.

Cetearyl Olivate
An olive oil derivative used as an emulsifier and emollient. A safe and effective alternative to ethoxylated and PEG-based emulsifiers.

Cetyl Palmitate
Fatty acid natural derivative that delivers nutritive, lipid based actives to the skin.

Chamomilla Recuitita
Also known as chamomile extract. A flowering plant extract known since ancient Egyptian times for its soothing and medicinal uses.

Epibolium Augustifolium Flower
Also known as Canadian Willowherb. This extract exhibits highly effective anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Ethylhexylglycerin
Derivative of glycerin with emollient properties.

Flavonoids
Also known as bioflavonoids, flavonoids are polyphenolic compounds which are highly efficacious antioxidants. Good sources of flavonoids include citrus fruits, berries and white tea.

Glycerin
Plant-derived natural humectant and moisturizer. Glycerin enhances the skin’s ability to retain moisture. Also known as glycerol.

Glycine Soja Extract
Natural lipid extract from soybeans; rich in plant sterols.

Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Also known as Witch Hazel, this alcohol-free leaf extract provides purifying, antioxidant and astringent properties to the skin. Additionally Hamamelis helps to control oiliness and refines pores.

Hordeum Distochon Extract
A richly emollient derivative of barley containing several antioxidants.

Humectant
A hydrating substance that attracts and binds moisture.

Hyaluronic Acid
Natural polysaccharide and essential component of the skin’s natural moisturizing factor. Helps to protect the skin from excessive dryness, especially in low humidity conditions.

Hydrogenated Olive Oil
Olive Oil derivative that adds emollient properties for the skin. Delivers lipo-active constituents to the skin.

Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein
Naturally derived plant peptide from white lupine, which inhibits the formation of MMPs (matrix metalloproteinase). MMPs breakdown collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid and diminish the structural integrity of the skin.

Jojoba
See Simmondsia Chinensis.

Oat
See Avena Sativa Extract.

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Natural triglyceride olive oil, rich in essential fatty acids including oleic, linoleic and linolenic acids. Olive oil is a natural emollient and contains high levels of antioxidants including tyrosol, which help to prevent free radical formation in the skin.

Olea Europaea Leaf Extract
Multifunctional natural free radical scavenger derived from organically grown olive leaves. It is a blend of natural bioflavanoids and polyphenols including oleuropein.

Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
Sterol-rich, natural component of olive oil that delivers superior moisturization benefits to the skin.

Olive
See Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, and Sorbitan Olivate.

Olive Leaf
See Olea Europaea Leaf Extract.

Phellodedendron Amurense Bark Extract
An emollient derivative of a species of cork tree; used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

Phenoxyethanol
Used as a gentle and effective antimicrobial to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria and to maintain product freshness. A safe alternative to paraben and formaldehyde-based preservative systems.

Potassium Sorbate
Gentle and effective antimicrobial used in food and personal care products to inhibit growth of yeast and mold. Potassium sorbate is a safe alternative to paraben preservatives for hair and skin care.

Quillaja Saponaria
The inner bark of this flowering plant extract was traditionally used as a natural cleanser and for its medicinal properties.

Rosewood
A natural essential oil used in fragrance and aromatherapy. Rosewood has a slightly spicy, floral and sweet smell.

Saccharum Officinarum Extract
An extract of the tropical sugar cane plant, rich in natural saccharides that provide excellent moisturizing and skin balancing properties.

Sandalwood
See Santalum Album Extract.

Santalum Album Extract
A sandalwood derivative rich in antioxidants and known for its moisturizing properties.

Simmondsia Chinensis
A natural plant oil with a strong Native American tradition of skin care use. Modern skin care products prize it for its purity and non-toxic properties.

Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acid
A mild sulfate-free cleansing ingredient derived from natural amino acids and oats. This gentle cleanser does not dry or deplete the skin of essential and protective lipids necessary to insure the integrity of the skin’s barrier function.

Sodium PCA
Natural amino acid based humectant and moisturizer. Essential component of the skin’s natural moisturizing factor.

Sorbitan Olivate
Natural fatty acid ester derived from olive oil and sorbitol. Used as an emulsifier and emollient.

Sorbitan Palmitate
A natural, plant based emulsifier.

Sorbitol
Plant-derived humectant that enhances the skin’s ability to attract and retain moisture.

Soybean
See Glycine Soja Extract.

Squalane
Natural emollient derived from olive oil. Squalane is a highly nourishing and protective to the skin.

Sugar Cane
See Saccharum Officinarum extract.

Willowherb
See Epibolium Augustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem extract.

White Birch Bark extract
See Betula Alba Bark Extract.

White Tea
See Camellia Sinensis Extract.

Witch Hazel
See Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract.

Xanthan Gum
A natural polysaccharide (composed of the sugars glucose, mannose, and glucuronic acid) used as a thickener and stabilizer for food and personal care products. A safe and effective alternative to acrylic based thickeners such as acrylamide, acrylates and carbomer.