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​ NAME / INCI / COUNTRY OF ORGIN / CERTIFICATION / BELOW IS THE MANUFACTURERS DESCRIPTION OF THE PLANT. ​ Aloe Vera Juice (Aloe barbadensis) Australia  *Organic certified  Why we use it - Aloe Vera is known to be calming and anti-inflammatory. It contains antioxidants and helps renew cells. Increases the skin’s ability to retain moisture. Bio-active substances, vitamins (including vitamins E, C), minerals, zinc, and enzymes. ​ Apple Soap (Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids) Origin France   Why we use it - Made from amino acids in apple juice. An anionic surfactan & very mild cleanser with excellent eye tolerance​. It is very gentle & finally, mild to the aquatic life. Easily biogradable. ​ Algaktive® Zen (Plankton extract, Sunflower Helianthus Annuus, Tocopherol) Manufacturers own description - Algaktive Zen is an exclusive microalgae blend with a revolutionary dual action. Its synergistic molecules restore the homeostasis of the skin by protecting the skin from inner stress signals, cortisol and adrenaline, restoring its natural circadian rhythm. Wrinkles and dry flaky skin, hairloss due stress symptoms are reduced, and skin radiance is improved in only 15 days (in-vivo.) ​ Blueberry Nordic CO2 (Vaccinium myrtillus in *Rosmarinus officinalis/*Heliantus annuus). Finland. Wild-grown, *Organic certified. Why we use it - Offers a wide range of natural tocopherol and tocotrienol isomers (natural forms of vitamin E) which help effectively protect the skin against free radicals. Rich in essential fatty acids and phytosterols. ​ Manufacturers own description - Unique anti-aging preparation that protects the skin. ​ Broccoli seed oil (Brassica oleracea italic) EU *Organic certified  Manufacturers own description - Cold pressed from the seeds of broccoli that is odourless, unrefined, extra virgin, and is pale green in colour. The oil is light, non greasy, and it is easily absorbed. The fatty acid composition of broccoli seed oil is unique and is composed of approximately 50% Erucic Acid.  ​ Berry wax, ( Rhus verniciflua peel cera). ***Wild-grown. Why we use it - Soft wax for a better hold in our cream & gives a better protection from harsh weather. ​ Barbery fig/Prickly pear, unrefined & cold-prsd. (Opuntia ficus-indica L) Morocco *Organic certified  Why we use it - Prickly pear oil undoubtedly has one of the rarest compositions of any oil and is one of the most expensive to acquire. In its cold-pressed, raw form, the oil contains delta-7-stigmasterol, vitamins, tocopherols, and enzymes that help skin stay moisturized. A thin, very deeply-penetrating oil that suits even the most sensitive skin types. Manufacturers own description - Prickly pear oil is known for Anti-aging, firming, soothing & it's utterly amazing.  ​ Bakuchiol (Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides from Babchi/Psoralea Corylifolia) Indien. Wild-grown. Why we use it - Helps soothe and heal skin: By promoting cell turnover and healthy cell regeneration, bakuchiol helps soothe and heal your skin from the inside out. ​ Manufacturers own description - A natural alternative to retinol & without the disadvantages (such as skin irritation or photochemical instability). Bakuchiol is known for a stimulating effect on collagen production, reduces wrinkles and hyperpigmentation and can increase skin elasticity and strength. In acne, it prevents the proxidation of skin lipids by keeping the protective mantle active. It controls the overproduction of bacteria on the skin, inhibits pro-inflammatory genes and enzymes, and reduces keratinization of the skin. ​ Calendula CO2 (Calendula officinalis) Germany *Organic certified  Why we use it - Soothing for dry skin. Contains pentacyclic triterpene alcohols and triterpendiol monoesters, including faradiol esters. Faradiol esters have significant anti-inflammatory properties. Sterols and carotenes. Stimulates the skin’s natural recovery process. Bioactive. CO2 extract contains more components from the original plant, resulting in more powerful, rich, and unique active ingredients. Due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, calendula is used as a traditional herbal medicine for the external treatment of minor skin inflammations such as sunburn and to support the healing of minor wounds. ​ Candelilla wax, (Euphorbia cerifera) Mexico. ***Wild-grown. Why we use it - Our candelilla wax holds up the oils in our cream. It's protecting in cold climate & harsh weather. ​ Glycerine (Vegetable from cerified organic plant sources, non GMO & NO Palm) Why we use it - Humectant, helps retain moisture. ​ Grapefruit CO2 filtred food oil (Citrus Paradisi) USA *Organic certified  Why we use it - Smells lovely & is actually used as a food. Macerated in alcohol, filtered in oil by using high pressure CO2, the result of amazing scent in oil but no allergens included. Totally safe and edible ​ Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica) Why we use it - Traditionally used in the management of dermatological conditions in its native area, it is used to support faster healing of small wounds, scratches and superficial burns, as well as an anti-inflammatory for eczema, minor itching and insect bites. ​ Lingonberry Nordic CO2 (Vaccinium vitis-idaea in *Rosmarinus officinalis/*Heliantus annuus). Finland. ***Wild-grown, *Organic certified. Why we use it - Extremely rich in essential fatty acids, phytosterols, and antioxidants. The alpha linolenic acid content of this oil is one of the highest found among berries and constitutes about 85 percent overall. Essential acids are important for a balanced skin metabolism. Anti-inflammatory properties. Manufacturers own descriptions - Skin-lightening. ​ Lakesis CO2 (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride -Pistacia Lentiscus), Greece ***Wild-grown and organic produced. Why we use it - Keeps the skin elastic & promote deep healing in the cells. ​ Manufacturers own description - Crystal Tears of Chios. Lakesis is known for to reactivates the youth proteins to restart cellular activity and re-densify the dermis. The skin appears younger. The contours become redefined. Increases the synthesis of two youth proteins: KLOTHO and FOXO.  Cellular detoxification processes are reactivated, their global cellular activity is increased, and we observe a redensification of the dermis in fibrillin and collagen fibers. Redensified, the skin looks younger and facial contours appear to be redrawn. Cells are more active, which is translated here by an increase in the total amount of cellular RNA. 54-year-old fibroblasts recover characteristics of 37-year-old fibroblasts and 37-year-old fibroblasts express the same amount of Klotho as 28-year-old fibroblasts. The goddess Clotho gave her name to the KLOTHO protein identified in 1997 and able to slow­down aging. The Precious Oil of Crystal Tears increases the synthesis of Klotho protein in the fibroblasts. In reference to the legend, we have called this oil Lakesis, from the name of the second goddess who measures lifespan. ​ Leucidal® Liquid SF MAX (Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate. Natural) Why we use it -  Derived from radishes fermented with Leuconostoc kimchii, a lactic acid bacteria that has traditionally been used to make kimchi, this product consists of an isolated peptide that is secreted from the bacteria during the fermentation process that has been shown to have antimicrobial benefits & deep moisture. Leucidal® Liquid is accepted by ECOcert as an ingredient in certified organic cosmetics.  It is also on Whole Foods Acceptable Premium Preservative List. ​​ Marine BlueVital C (Caprylic Capric Triglyceride/Cylindrotheca Fusiformis) Italy, *Organic facility farmed & produced. Why we use it -  The oil is fight against dry skin and free radicals or help cell regeneration. ​ Manufacturers own description - The plant oil is listed to have detoxifying properties and can slow cellular ageing. It is a powerful anti wrinkle active which strongly stimulates production of structural skin proteins. Contains antioxidants, fatty acids (omega), pigments but also vitamins (A, E, B1, B3 ...) which can be used in cosmetic products to fight against dry skin and free radicals or help cell regeneration. Because of the risk of pollution in the seas, the producer grows the micro algae in an eco facility in Italy. This guarantees the purity of the algae & also that the eco balance of the oceans are not disturbed by uncontrolled harvesting.  In vitro: *Significantly decreases wrinkle depth and volume already after 1 month of use. ​ Orange foodgrade flavour (Citrus aurantium) USA  *Organic certified  Why we use it - Smells lovely & is actually used as a food. Totally safe, allergenfree and edible. ​ Probiotics (Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate & Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate) Why we use it - Healthy hydration and skin surface. ​ Manufacturers own description - Lactobaccilus Ferment Lysate is able to accelerate skin repair by promoting cell renewal and increasing collagen production. By simultaneously increasing the removal of skin flakes, the hydration of the skin is improved, which ensures that wrinkles are minimized. ​ Pineapple Juice bromelain (Ananasa sativus) ***Wild grown Why we use it -Is very effective in gently removing the dead skin cells and reduce inflammation. Manufacturers own description - Allowing the skin to breathe and feel more vibrant, you can notice a visual difference in the tone and smoothness, allowing for a deeper penetration of serums. Concentrated bromelain, is known for to provide alpha hydroxy acid, a natural peeling in a very soft and wonder way. ​ Rosehip berry CO2 (Rosa canina) Germany  *Organic certified  Why we use it - Reduce damaged tissue like scarring. Manufacturers own description - Contains a beautiful fatty acid composition of vitamins, tocopherol, and caretoids. Known to be good for dry skin and a good anti-aging oil. Vitamin A is prominent and retinoic acid (clinically-proven) works against the signs of aging, reduce damaged tissue like scarring and acne. CO2 extract contains more components from the original plant, resulting in more powerful, rich, and unique active ingredients.  ​ Raspberry CO2 filtred food oil (Rubus idaeus) USA  *Organic certified  Why we use it - Smells lovely & is actually used as a food. Macerated in alcohol, filtered in oil by using high pressure CO2, the result of amazing scent in oil but no allergens included. Totally safe and edible. Strawberry CO2 filtred food oil  (Fragaria ananassa) USA  *Organic certified  Why we use it - Smells lovely & is actually used as a food. Macerated in alcohol, filtered in oil by using high pressure CO2, the result of amazing scent in oil but no allergens included. Totally safe and edible. ​ Shea oil unrefined (Butyrospermum Parkii) Ghana *Organic certified. Why we use it -- Shea oil is an expeller-pressed, non GMO. Shea has well-known healing properties and can bring relief to challenging skin problems such as chapping, chafing, dermatitis and eczema. Works great on feet and elbows and helps soften the skin to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. This all natural healing and revitalizing shea is, keep some on hand to treat problem skin all year around. ​ St John's CO2 (Hypericum perforatum) Germany Why we use it - This product is an astringent antiseptic and healing agent, above all used externally. It is a popular remedy against superficial burns, wounds or insect bites. Manufacturers own description - St. John’s wort is used in herbal medicinal products for the treatment of mild to moderate depressive phases, as well as for the short-term symptomatic treatment of mild depressive disorders. (Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC), European Medicines Agency (EMA) : COMMUNITY HERBAL MONOGRAPH ON HYPERICUM PERFORATUM L., HERBA (WELL-ESTABLISHED MEDICINAL USE) : (2009) EMA/HMPC/101304/2008). This exctract is non photosensitive & without hypericin, safe to use in sunny days. ​ Stem Cells - Citrustem (Water, Glycerin, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Callus Culture Extract, Xanthan Gum) Why we use it - It organizes and redensifies the dermis structure, repairs the extracellular matrix, and improves cellular adhesion.  ​ Manufacturers own description - Anti-aging skin care ingredient from Provital SA of Spain, is made from orange stem cells and works by organizing the inner structure of the skin for a younger appearance.  The result is skin that recovers the elasticity it had 12 years ago, with a softer and more velvety complexion, plus a younger appearance. Stem cells are undifferentiated cells found in all multi-cellular organisms. In plants, stem cells are capable of regenerating the entire plant. The stem cells used in Citrustem™ are sourced from renewable plant material in a sustainable and ecological process, without genetic modifications or solvents. ​ Sea Kelp SPECIAL EDITION (Nereocystis Luetkeana & Leucidal Liquid SF). Why we use it - Naturally occurring algin, the mucilaginous intercellular material found in kelp thickens this product to a gel consistency. a natural film former, acts as an excellent oil free moisturizer. ​ Snow Mushroom Extract (Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp). Why we use it - Snow Mushroom is a rich source of polysaccharides and has shown some ability to help hydrate skin by binding moisture to its surface. ​ Quadergra (Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride (Potato starch), Urea, Sodium Lactate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin (Plantbased), Levulinic Acid, p-Anisic Acid,) Why we use it - It is based on potato starch and has excellent conditioning properties for all hair without build up. It creates a natural, soft and well conditioned hair feel. In shower & cleansing applications, it leaves a softening and lasting film on the skin. ​ Vanilla CO2 26% Vanillin (Vanilla planifolia) Madagascar *Organic certified. Why we use it - Smells divine with calming properties for your mind & senses. This sacred spice has been used in rituals & as medicine and perfume by the Aztecs. Highly sedative, vanilla helps to reduce skin inflammation and its powerful antibacterial components aid in clearing skin infections. ​ White Willow Bark Extract (Salix albla) *Wild grown. Why we use it - White willow bark extract contains salicin and anti-inflammatory properties. ​ Xanthan Gum (Natural) Why we use it - The polysaccharides Xanthan Gum help to lock moisture, which keeps the skin hydrated & a thickening agent. ​ ​