is known for its emollient, soothing and softening properties, and helps the skin to retain moisture. It contains vitamin A, essential for human cell development, and possesses antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiallergenic, antioxidant, skin softening and elasticity-enhancing properties. Beeswax increases essential skin moisture and relieves itching of sensitive skin.
is produced naturally by many plants and is commonly found in fruits and teas. It is also found in a variety of essential oils including jasmine, hyacinth and ylang-ylang and has preservative properties.
has excellent antioxidant properties that help to prevent or reverse damage to cells caused by free radicals. Enriched with vitamins B, C and E, nutrients known to nourish the skin, it also contains resveratrol and quercetin, which possess anti-ageing properties.
is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and vitamins A and C. It supports cell health, addresses inflammation and counters premature ageing. It also has strong antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and vasoprotective properties.
is high in antioxidants, to protect the skin against environmental aggressors, and contains a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals, to reverse damage caused by toxins.
is produced from the seeds of the borage, a juicy annual herb, by pressing and subsequent extraction and refining. It is rich in fatty acids, particularly gamma-linoleic acid (approx. 21%) and linoleic acid (approx. 39%), and also contains phytosterols and vitamin E. It is recommended for dry skin, itching, and skin disorders with inflammation due to the high proportion of the fatty acids. This oil also has a positive effect on the barrier function of the epidermis, reduces trans-epidermal water loss of the skin and also helps to keep the skin elastic. In addition it is well suited for care of inflamed and flaky skin and improves the appearance of dry, scaly skin.
is rich in essential amino acids, proteins and skin-replenishing vitamins A, B, C, and E. Antioxidant-rich, it aids the skin’s immune defences and prevents the formation of an enzyme that inhibits collagen production. Also containing trace elements and minerals, it provides a smoothing and moisturising effect.
is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant powers and is boosted with vitamins A, C and B containing riboflavin, to prevent free radical damage and offer an anti-ageing effect.
is a wonderful creamy, silky, skin-softening addition to cosmetic and personal care products. It has excellent ingredients that feed and treat the skin including calcium, lactic acid and vitamin B. Buttermilk is naturally high in fat and known for its great skin softening properties.