Active ingredients
Behentrimonium methosulfate. Emulsifier and surfactant. Research indicates it is “skin friendly” because it does not impair intercellular lipids. It is especially popular in hair care formulations geared for curly textures where it serves as a conditioning agent to keep hair static-free, moisturized, and less prone to frizzing.
Shea butter (Butyrospermum parkii). Plant lipid extracted from the Shea Tree used as an emollient. Rich in antioxidants (quercetin, gallocatechin and epigallocatechin as well as skin-replenishing fatty acids (stearic and linoleic).
Almond oil (Prunus amygdalus). Emollient and skin conditioning, this il extracted from the seed, is a rich source of important skin components such as triglycerides and fatty acids (oleic, linoleic and myristic).
Coconut oil (Cocos nucifera). Oil rich in fatty acids with emollient and moisturizing properties.
Argan oil (Argania spinosa kernel oil). Argan oil comes from the kernel of the fruit of the argan tree that grows only in Morocco. It contains nourishing and moisturizing unsaturated fatty acids, mainly oleic, linoleic and palmitic. It also contains vitamin E, phenols (including caffeic acid, ferulic acid, and picatechin), as well as some rare sterols with soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. It can greatly nourish and moisturize the skin and hair. It’s also claimed to be able to neutralize collagen-damaging free radicals, help reduce scars, and revitalize and improve skin elasticity.
Chamomilla oil (Matricaria recutita). Plant with high content in terpenes, polysaccharides and flavonoids such as α-bisabolol and Epigenin that provide antioxidant and restoring benefits.
Tocopherol (vitamin E). Fat-soluble antioxidant in our skin. Provides significant photoprotection against UVB rays. Vit C + Vit E work in synergy and provide great photoprotection. It has emollient properties
Caprylyl glycol. Skin and hair conditioning agent (plant derived from coconut or synthetic. Humectant. It can also help boost the preservative blend in formulations due to its antibacterial properties.
Ceteraryl alcohol. Fatty alcohol either naturally derived (coconut) or made synthetically. Emollient emulsifier, it enhances the foaming capacity of a cleanser. According to the U.S. FDA, cosmetic products labeled “alcohol free” are allowed to contain cetearyl alcohol, because the effects do not pose a risk of damaging or sensitizing your skin.
Ylang-Ylang Oil (Cananga odorata flower oil). Sweet, exotic and floral essential oil obtained from the yellow, fragrant flowers of the Cananga tree native to tropical Asia.
