Butters:
cocoa butter: Contains vitamins d2, e, & k, hydrates skin, nourishing, creates a protective barrier that holds in moisture and prevents skin from drying, great for conditions like eczema and dermatitis, eases itching, allows skin to heal after flare-up, may protect against uv Rays, can help treat minor burns, helps prevent early signs of aging, antioxidant properties, restores skin elasticity, great for scars, stretch marks and wrinkles.
kokum butter: contains vitamins a, b3, c, e & omega-3 & 6, easily absorbs into skin, non-comedogenic, light non-greasy texture, regulates oil secretions, a potent emollient moisturizer, great hydration for dry skin, Creates a protective layer on the skin, locks in moisture, anti-inflammatory, soothes skin inflamed from sunburns and rashes, great for skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis due to calming effects, combats free radicals that contribute to premature aging, protects skin from harmful uv radiation, reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and age spots, helps fade scars, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tones, assists in wound healing making it beneficial for minor cuts, scrapes, and burns, enhances skin elasticity, great for sensitive skin, antibacterial properties cleanses pores of impurities.
mango butter: contains vitamins a, b1, B6, c, e, & k, non-comedogenic, antioxidant properties, moisturizes skin, can repair dry cracked damaged skin, soothe irritations like itching, flaky skin, stings or burns, hydrating properties, balance skin tone, reduce appearance of dark spots, anti-aging, helps symptoms of eczema and psoriasis, helps prevent the development of wrinkles, helps to protect against free radicals, aids in collagen production.
shea butter: contains vitamins a & e, intense moisturizing properties, relieves dry skin and protects against environmental damage, soothes irritation, reduce inflammation, helps reduce appearance of scars and stretch marks, excellent emollient that locks in moisture and prevents water loss keeping skin hydrated longer, softens and smooths skin,
Oils:
Coconut Oil: Contains vitamins E &k, Rich in acids that are antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and microbial. skin nourishing, increases hydration, reduces signs of aging, helps to reduce inflammation, can help to promote healing, antimicrobial properties due to lauric acid, excellent emollient, reduces dry flaky skin, a natural barrier to prevent moisture loss, gentle cleansing properties.
Sweet almond Oil: contains vitamins a, b7, d, e, & k, can soothe irritated skin, helps reduce inflammation, can be helpful for conditions like eczema and psoriasis, improves skin elasticity, reduces appearance of scars and stretch marks, protects skin from free radical damage, helps protect against harmful sun exposure, non-comedogenic, dissolves sebum, beneficial for acne-prone skin, helps reduce dark circles, improve skin tone, brightens complexion.
Apricot Oil: contains vitamins a, B3, B6, c, & E, helps combat free radicals, an emollient that can soften skin and help seal in moisture, soothes irritated or inflamed skin, great for dry chapped skin, anti-aging, skin brightening, reduces appearance of dark spots, helps improve skin tone, provides antioxidant protection, strengthens the skin barrier, Improves skin texture.
avocado Oil: contains vitamins a, b, d, & e, excellent penetrating qualities, leaves no oily residue, anti-inflammatory, helps heal dry, irritated, and flaky skin associated with eczema and psoriasis, accelerates wound healing, ease symptoms of sunburn, helps skin retain elasticity.
castor oil: contains vitamins e, omega-3, 6 & 9, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, helps retain moisture in skin, hydrating, cleansing, improves skin texture and complexion, smooths and softens skin, promotes healthy pores, great for dry flaky skin, may reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, soothes dry itchy skin, as a humectant it attracts moisture to skin preventing skin from drying out, gentle on skin, helps minimize the appearance of scars, can help soothe eczema and acne prone skin.
Olive Oil: contains vitamins A, D, E & k, emollient properties help to hydrate and soften skin, prevents dryness and flakiness, locks in moisture, anti-inflammatory benefits, soothes irritated or inflamed skin, protects skin cells from damage caused by free radicals, reduces signs of aging, antimicrobial properties help promote faster healing of cuts and scrapes, skin brightening, reduces the appearance of dark spots, may help to minimize the appearance of scars over time.
rapeseed (Conola) oil: Contains vitamins E & k, omegas-3 & 6, helps reduce transepidermal water loss, maintains skin's suppleness, protects against free radical damage, reduces signs of aging, moisturizes and strengthen skin's natural barrier, antioxidant, great for dry dehydrated skin.
Vitamin E Oil: Moisturizing, reduces appearance of scars and wrinkles, protects against free radicals, soothes skin irritation, great for dry, flaky or dehydrated skin, promotes skin regeneration, anti-inflammatory, helps reduce redness, helps with eczema and rosacea, can help protect the skin from sun damage, treats conditions such as psoriasis and eczema, supports nail and cuticle health.
Grapeseed Oil: contains vitamins c, d, e & omega-6, lightweight, fast absorbing, noncomedogenic, great for sensitive and acne prone skin, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial properties, may lessen the appearance of acne scarring,
palm oil: contains vitamins a, e & k, antioxidant properties, moisturizing, deeply hydrates and nourishes skin, reduces signs of aging, protects against free radicals and sun damage, antibacterial, gentle as a cleanser without stripping skin, can aid in skin healing process, can soothe and condition skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, maintains moisture balance leaving skin soft and supple.
Clays:
White Kaolin Clay: absorbs excess oil, sebum, dirt, bacteria, toxins and impurities from skin without stripping essential moisture and natural oils, leaves skin feeling clean and refreshed, mild exfoliant helps remove dead skin cells without irritation, stimulates cell growth improving skin elasticity, great for sensitive and skin prone to irritation, redness, or breakouts, contributes to a smoother and more radiant skin texture.
activated charcoal:
Activated charcoal offers deep cleansing, detoxifies, absorbs dirt, impurities, and toxins, controls oil production, provides gentle exfoliation, great for acne prone skin due to its ability to absorb excess oil, can help reduce the appearance of enlarged pores, brightens complexion, leaves skin feeling smooth and refreshed, unclogs pores, anti-inflammatory helping calm redness.
Oats
Colloidal Oat Powder: contains vitamin e, made by grinding entire oat grains (including the husk and bran layers) into a fine powder. soothes irritated skin, helps with skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, reduces redness, contains antioxidants that help protect skin from environmental and free radical damage. improves skin texture, gently exfoliates removing dead skin cells revealing brighter, smoother skin, reduces the appearance of blemishes, retains moisture and skins natural ph balance, reduces itching and inflammation, great for dry and sensitive skin, fights signs of aging, removes dirt and oil from skin without stripping away natural oils, naturally contains ceramides.
Waxes:
emulsifying wax - plant based: is a binding agent used to create a stable emulsion for creams and lotions, helps bind oil and water preventing separation. this results in a smooth, creamy texture that's easy to apply, absorbs efficiently into the skin, imparts a smooth non-greasy feel, ensures a consistent texture and longer shelf life, contributes to moisturizing.
beeswax: a natural emollient and barrier protectant, helps soften and moisturize, prevents moisture loss, forms a protective layer that shields lips from the elements sun, wind, and cold which can lead to dryness and chapping. helps lock in moisture, keeping lips soft and supple, a natural non-toxic ingredient, safe and gentle, anti-inflammatory properties, soothes irritated lips, regular use of beeswax lip balm help exfoliate lips removing dead skin cells and promoting a smoother, more even texture.
Glycerin:
Vegetable glycerin: a skincare humectant that helps hydrate and moisturize the skin by drawing in and retaining moisture. considered a skin restoring ingredient, has the ability to attract water molecules making it effective for both dry and oily skin types, helps prevent moisture loss and keeps skin hydrated. also draws water from deeper layers of the skin to the surface keeping the skin well hydrated preventing dryness and flakiness, suitable for various skin types including dry, oily, sensitive, acne prone and eczema conditions, helps strengthen the skin's natural barrier, non-comedogenic.
glycerin for soap bars: commercial soap distribution companies' remove the glycerin and sell it as a byproduct. in handmade soap the glycerin remains in the soap, supplying the loving nourishing qualities our bodies deserve.
Preservative:
optiphen: prevents the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold. it is a broad-spectrum preservative effective against a wide range of microorganisms; it is paraben free.
Sodium Hydroxide (LYE):
Used to create the saponification process needed to create soap. the saponification process is the process of mixing oils with sodium hydroxide (lye). this process helps deplete all harmful sodium hydroxide (lye) molecules. Once this process is completed the end product is a ph balanced skin safe cleanser.
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