Every ingredient we use has a purpose. Here's what's inside our products and why it matters.
66 ingredients
Minerals & PowdersA carbon processed at high heat to make it extremely porous, allowing it to bind to particles and pull them out. Binds to dirt, sebum, and debris in pores and lifts them when rinsed. Absorbs excess oil and provides mild exfoliation.
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OilsA light, golden oil extracted from the kernels of sweet almonds, prized for its gentle nature and rich nutrient profile. Contains Vitamins E, A, K, D and multiple fatty acids. Suits virtually all skin types.
Found in 10 products
Herbs & BotanicalsThe clear, jelly-like substance extracted from aloe vera leaves, used medicinally for thousands of years. Soothes burns and sunburns, provides intense hydration, accelerates healing of minor cuts, and fights acne-causing bacteria while reducing redness and inflammation.
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Herbs & BotanicalsA perennial flowering plant in the daisy family that significantly speeds bruise healing by improving circulation and reducing inflammation. Popular for post-injury recovery and even post-surgical healing once skin has closed.
Found in 3 products
Minerals & PowdersA natural starch that absorbs excess oil without irritating even the most sensitive skin. Non-comedogenic and non-irritating for all skin types. Creates a silky, smooth feel in formulations.
Found in 4 products
Minerals & PowdersBaking soda is a mild natural powder that neutralizes odors and provides gentle cleaning and scrubbing action. It works by reacting with acids and grease to break them down, which makes it useful for everything from deodorizing the fridge to scrubbing sinks to boosting laundry.
Found in 3 products
Butters & WaxesA natural wax produced by honeybees. Locks in moisture without suffocating the skin — the barrier is breathable and allows skin to function normally while preventing water loss. In candles, beeswax cleans the air while burning.
Found in 21 products
Minerals & PowdersBorax is a naturally mined mineral salt that acts as a cleaning booster. It softens water, kills mold and bacteria, deodorizes, and helps lift stains — which is why it shows up in a lot of homemade laundry detergent recipes. It's been used as a household cleaner for over 100 years.
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Herbs & BotanicalsAlso known as pot marigold. Has powerful anti-inflammatory properties and the ability to prevent histamine release that causes redness, pain, allergies, and inflammation. Promotes wound healing and skin regeneration.
Found in 3 products
Essential OilsA waxy substance derived from the camphor tree. Excellent for treating colds, coughs, and congestion. Has pain relieving properties, is anti-inflammatory, and increases blood flow to promote healing. Camphor oil helps loosen phlegm and mucus in the respiratory tract so you can cough it up more easily.
Found in 2 products
OilsA thick, pale yellow oil extracted from castor plant seeds, used for thousands of years in traditional medicine. A powerful humectant that draws moisture into the skin. Has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties. Promotes wound healing, reduces acne, and fades scars.
Found in 20 products
Herbs & BotanicalsContains capsaicin, a natural pain reliever that increases blood flow and brings oxygen and nutrients for healing. Has anti-inflammatory properties that make it valuable in topical pain relief formulations.
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Essential OilsCedarwood essential oil comes from cedar trees and has that warm, woody scent most people find instantly familiar and calming. It's been used for thousands of years and for good reason — it fights bacteria and fungus, tightens pores, controls oil, and calms redness and irritation, making it useful for acne, eczema, and general skin balance. It also supports circulation and cell turnover, which keeps skin looking healthy over time. On top of the skin benefits it's a solid natural insect repellent, particularly against ticks and mosquitoes, which makes it a great fit in a bug spray where it adds repellent action and rounds out the scent at the same time.
Found in 4 products
Herbs & BotanicalsChamomile isn’t just a pretty flower-it’s one of nature’s most powerful skin soothers. Chamomile calms redness, irritation and reactive skin. It's loaded with a compound called azulene — which actually forms during the distillation process and gives chamomile essential oil its deep blue color — and that compound is one of the most powerful natural anti-inflammatories available. In plain terms it calms angry, irritated, red, or sensitive skin faster and more effectively than most botanical ingredients. It soothes eczema, rosacea, sunburn, bug bites, and allergic reactions, accelerates wound healing, and is gentle enough for the most sensitive skin types including babies. It's one of those ingredients that works visibly and quickly, which makes it easy to trust.
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Herbs & BotanicalsAn evergreen shrub native to the deserts of the American Southwest. One of the most potent natural antiseptics known, with a powerful antioxidant compound that creates a hostile environment for bacteria and fungi while reducing inflammation and accelerating cellular repair.
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Minerals & PowdersA weak organic acid naturally found in citrus fruits. Provides gentle exfoliation for brighter, smoother skin. Stimulates collagen production, protects from free radical damage, and has antibacterial properties that help reduce acne breakouts.
Essential OilsCitronella essential oil comes from a tall grass with a strong lemony scent that most people instantly recognize from bug candles and outdoor sprays. It's been used as a natural insect repellent for over a century and it works by masking the scents that draw mosquitoes and other insects to you — your sweat, your breath, your body heat. It doesn't kill bugs, it just makes you harder to detect. It needs to be reapplied more often than chemical repellents, roughly every hour in heavy bug areas, but it's effective and safe for skin when properly diluted. It also has mild antimicrobial properties and can help soothe bites when they do happen.
Found in 3 products
Essential OilsDerived from the clove tree with numerous benefits including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, pain relief, and antimicrobial properties. Has a gentle warming effect that boosts circulation, amplifying the effects of other healing ingredients.
Found in 9 products
Butters & WaxesCocoa butter is the natural fat pressed out of cacao beans — the same beans used to make chocolate, which is why it has that faint warm chocolatey scent. It's a thick, solid fat at room temperature that melts on contact with skin and absorbs deeply without evaporating, which is what makes it so effective at locking in moisture. It's been used for centuries in tropical regions where cacao grows as a staple skin protector against heat, sun, and dry conditions. For skin it creates a barrier that holds moisture in, softens rough or dry areas, improves elasticity, and over time can help fade scars, stretch marks, and uneven skin tone. It's rich in fatty acids that nourish and repair the skin barrier, and it has mild antioxidant properties that help protect against environmental damage. It's one of the most deeply moisturizing natural ingredients available and works especially well on dry, cracked, or aging skin.
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Minerals & PowdersCocoa powder comes from cacao beans — the same beans chocolate is made from. After the beans are roasted and the fat is pressed out, what's left is ground into powder. For skin it's loaded with antioxidants that fight the free radicals responsible for aging and dull skin. It has anti-inflammatory properties that calm redness and irritation, and it naturally contains compounds that improve circulation and give skin a temporary glow. It's also mildly moisturizing and has a natural scent that works well in products without needing added fragrance. In a soap or balm it adds color, a light chocolatey smell, and genuine skin benefits all at once.
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OilsExtracted from the white flesh of mature coconuts and unique among plant oils for being solid at room temperature. An excellent natural moisturizer for dry, flaky, or rough skin with antimicrobial, antibacterial, and antifungal properties.
Found in 25 products
Herbs & BotanicalsPacked with antioxidants, caffeine, and beneficial compounds that transform skin. Caffeine is a vasoconstrictor that reduces puffiness and tightens skin. Antioxidants protect collagen and elastin from breakdown that leads to sagging and wrinkles.
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Herbs & BotanicalsA plant used for over 2,000 years on people and animals. High in allantoin which promotes skin cell regeneration, stimulates growth of new cells, and helps sensitive skin become more resilient. Particularly powerful in root form. Comfrey encourages cell growth and regeneration, with the antioxidant effects of comfrey extracts contributing to its wound healing potential.
Found in 2 products
Minerals & PowdersA compound made from magnesium, sulfur, and oxygen. It promotes sleep and stress reduction because magnesium helps your brain produce neurotransmitters that induce sleep and reduce stress. It can reduce muscle soreness and relieve cramps.
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Essential OilsExtracted from eucalyptus leaves. Best known for treating colds, flu, bronchitis, sinusitis, and respiratory infections. Opens airways, fights bacteria, clears mucus, and reduces inflammation. Also an effective topical pain reliever.
Found in 11 products
OilsExtracted from evening primrose seeds. High in a rare omega-6 fatty acid. Best known for managing eczema and psoriasis by reducing inflammation, itching, and dryness. Also helps regulate sebum production, making it effective for hormonal acne.
Essential OilsDistilled from Boswellia tree resin, used for thousands of years in medicine and skincare. Promotes cell regeneration and improves skin elasticity. Natural astringent properties tighten pores and firm skin. Reduces hyperpigmentation and uneven tone by promoting cell turnover.
Found in 3 products
Minerals & PowdersIron Oxides occur naturally in the earth as colored minerals and have been used as pigments for thousands of years. In cosmetics and soap they're used purely for color. They come in red, yellow, brown, and black, and can be blended to get a wide range of shades. The reason they're used instead of other dyes is that they're stable, don't bleed or fade, don't react with skin, and are considered one of the safest colorants available. They're non-toxic, don't absorb into skin, and sit on the surface doing nothing but adding color.
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OilsExtracted from seeds in jojoba fruit. Actually a liquid wax (98% wax) that is structurally similar to your skin's natural sebum. Helps retain moisture and seals it for lasting hydration. Antibacterial and rich in Vitamin E.
Found in 15 products
Minerals & PowdersA soft, fine-textured natural clay mineral and one of the gentlest clays used in skincare. Absorbs excess oil, dirt, and impurities without being harsh or drying. Regulates oil, provides mild exfoliation, and minimizes pore appearance.
Found in 8 products
Essential OilsDerived from the lavender plant and contains anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties. Renowned for calming properties that reduce stress and anxiety. Beneficial to skin health and relieves muscle tension and soreness.
Found in 19 products
Herbs & BotanicalsA fragrant herb renowned for its calming scent and wide range of skin benefits. Its anti-inflammatory and calming properties make it ideal for sensitive, reactive or inflamed skin. It has natural antibacterial and antifungal actions to reduce acne breakouts. It promotes tissue repair and speeds the healing of minor wounds. It is high in antioxidants, which helps neutralize free radicals from pollution and UV exposure, reducing the signs of aging and supporting skin cell health.
Found in 2 products
Essential OilsA bright, fresh essential oil extracted from lemon peel. Packed with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. Brightens skin and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. One of the most popular essential oils globally for its clean, uplifting scent.
Found in 3 products
Herbs & BotanicalsA loofah is a natural scrubbing sponge that comes from a dried gourd — it's actually the fibrous skeleton of a plant in the cucumber family. When dried out, the inside becomes a rough, netted material that works great for exfoliating skin in the shower or scrubbing dishes and surfaces in the kitchen. It's a natural, biodegradable alternative to plastic scrubbers.
Found in 2 products
Minerals & PowdersA natural mineral compound — the same active ingredient in Milk of Magnesia. Odorless and alkaline, it neutralizes the acidic environment on skin where odor-causing bacteria thrive. Eliminates odor at the source without blocking pores or disrupting natural sweating.
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Minerals & PowdersPure, isolated menthol in crystalline form. When dissolved and inhaled, provides immediate relief from nasal congestion, sinus pressure, and chest congestion. A natural expectorant with antimicrobial properties and excellent pain-relieving effects. Menthol has a mild decongestant and can help thin mucus.
Found in 6 products
Minerals & PowdersFound in 14 products
Herbs & BotanicalsMint is a cooling, soothing herb that does real work on skin. The menthol in it triggers cold receptors on contact, which calms itching, irritation, and inflammation almost immediately — that's why it's so effective on bug bites, rashes, and sunburn. It has mild antimicrobial properties, so it helps keep skin clean and can discourage bacteria. It also temporarily reduces puffiness and redness. In a topical product like a bug spray or balm, it absorbs quickly, leaves a clean cooling sensation, and complements other active ingredients like lavender and tea tree without competing with them.
Found in 2 products
OilsOlive oil is a pressed plant oil rich in oleic acid, vitamin E, squalene, and anti-inflammatory polyphenols. Olive oil is a pressed plant oil rich in oleic acid and vitamin E. It moisturizes deeply, supports the skin barrier, neutralizes free radicals, and calms inflammation — making it a well-rounded skin oil with centuries of traditional use behind it.
Found in 3 products
Minerals & PowdersAn ancient beauty ingredient used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 3,000 years, made from finely ground freshwater or saltwater pearls. Packed with minerals. Supports collagen production, overall skin health, and provides antioxidant protection.
Essential OilsExtracted from peppermint leaves. The primary active component provides cooling and therapeutic effects. Applied topically, relieves headache pain. Improves digestive health and reduces symptoms like bloating and cramping. Antimicrobial and refreshing. Peppermint has mild antispasmodic properties that can help relax the muscles in your airways and reduce coughing.
Found in 12 products
Herbs & BotanicalsAromatic water produced during steam distillation of peppermint leaves. Provides instant cooling sensation ideal for tired, sore, or overheated feet. Has antibacterial and antifungal properties that help control odor-causing microbes and prevent foot infections like athlete's foot.
Herbs & BotanicalsPineapple is more than just a tropical fruit — it contains a powerful enzyme called bromelain that actually digests dead skin cells, making it a natural exfoliant that works without any scrubbing. That same enzyme reduces inflammation and swelling, which is why pineapple extract shows up in products targeting puffiness, acne, and uneven skin tone. Pineapple is also loaded with vitamin C, which is one of the most well-researched ingredients for brightening skin, fading dark spots, and supporting collagen production — the protein that keeps skin firm and elastic. The combination of gentle exfoliation, inflammation control, and vitamin C makes it genuinely useful for dull, uneven, or aging skin. In a topical product it helps skin look brighter and more even with consistent use.
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Minerals & PowdersA finely ground pumice stone-a light, porous volcanic rock formed when lava with high water and gas content erupts and rapidly cools. The result is a rock full of tiny air pockets that make it both lightweight and abrasive, perfect for exfoliation. When ground into powder, it becomes a natural, effective exfoliating agent used in skincare and bodycare products. It is excellent for tough, thickened skin on feet, heels, elbows, and knees and can significantly reduce callus buildup with regular use. It is a deep pore cleanser and improves overall skin texture.
Found in 4 products
Essential OilsRose geranium essential oil comes from a plant that smells like a cross between a rose and a herb — it's floral but not sweet, and it's been used in natural skincare for a long time for good reason. It's one of those oils that works for almost every skin type because it balances oil production instead of pushing skin in one direction. It tightens pores, calms redness, fights bacteria, and supports healing — so it's useful for acne, irritation, aging skin, and scarring all at once. It also has a mild hormonal balancing effect that makes it especially good for skin that breaks out or changes with your cycle. On top of all that it repels insects, which makes it a solid ingredient in a natural bug spray or balm.
Found in 4 products
Herbs & BotanicalsA fragrant liquid made by steeping rose petals in water or through steam distillation. Used for centuries in skincare, cooking, and traditional medicine. Has natural anti-inflammatory properties and acts as a natural astringent that minimizes pores and tones skin without being harsh.
Found in 2 products
OilsExtracted from the seeds of wild rose bushes and packed with beneficial nutrients. An anti-aging powerhouse that reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots by promoting cell regeneration and collagen production. Fades scars, hyperpigmentation, and evens skin tone.
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Essential OilsExtracted from rosemary leaves and flowering tops. Excellent for respiratory conditions — acts as a natural expectorant and decongestant, loosening mucus. Has antimicrobial properties to fight infections. May reduce mental fatigue and improve mood.
Found in 9 products
Herbs & BotanicalsA highly concentrated botanical extract derived from rosemary using supercritical carbon dioxide extraction. This advanced extraction method produces a more complete, potent, and aromatic extract compared to traditional steam distillation, capturing a broader range of rosemary’s beneficial compounds.
Found in 8 products
Herbs & BotanicalsA fragrant evergreen herb in the mint family with antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory effects, and improved cognitive function. Blocks histamines, making it excellent for allergic skin reactions. A powerful infection fighter.
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Minerals & PowdersSalt produced by evaporating seawater, retaining trace minerals from the ocean. Draws out impurities, toxins, and excess oil from pores. Natural exfoliant with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antibacterial properties.
Found in 3 products
Butters & WaxesA creamy fat extracted from the nuts of the African shea tree. Rich in fatty acids and vitamins A and E with anti-aging effects. Has anti-inflammatory properties, promotes skin cell regeneration, accelerates wound healing, and contains a natural SPF of 3-6.
Found in 11 products
Essential OilsCold-pressed from sweet orange peel. Brightens and evens skin tone. Provides powerful antioxidant protection and stimulates collagen production, improving elasticity and firmness. A natural astringent, acne-fighting antimicrobial, and mood-uplifting aromatherapy ingredient.
Found in 4 products
OilsRendered beef fat — a time-honored ingredient used for centuries. Its fatty acid profile nearly mirrors human sebum, making it exceptionally biocompatible. Rich in fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Penetrates deeply rather than sitting on the surface, providing lasting hydration and barrier support.
Found in 41 products
OilsTallow soap is made from rendered animal fat — specifically beef fat — and it's one of the oldest and most effective cleansers humans have ever used. What makes it different from modern soap is that tallow's fatty acid profile is remarkably close to the oils your own skin produces naturally, which means your skin recognizes it and absorbs it easily instead of fighting it. It cleans without stripping your skin's natural barrier, leaves a layer of nourishment behind instead of dryness, and naturally carries fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K that feed skin from the outside in. It lathers well, rinses clean, and lasts significantly longer than commercial bars because it's dense and doesn't melt away quickly. For people with dry, sensitive, eczema-prone, or just generally unhappy skin it's often the first thing that actually makes a difference because it works with your skin's biology instead of against it.
Found in 4 products
Essential OilsExtracted from the Australian tea tree, used for centuries for therapeutic properties. Best known for fighting acne but also effective against bacteria, fungi, and viruses in minor cuts and infections. Treats athlete's foot, nail fungus, and other fungal conditions. Always dilute before use.
Found in 6 products
OilsA clear, odorless, syrupy liquid derived from plant oils. Acts as a humectant, drawing moisture from the air into the skin. An emollient that softens and soothes skin, filling in cracks and smoothing texture. Also a preservative enhancer that extends product shelf life.
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Herbs & BotanicalsViolet flowers have been used in skincare since ancient Greece and Rome, and they bring more to the table than just a pretty color and delicate scent. They're naturally high in vitamins A and C, which support cell turnover, collagen production, and an even skin tone. Violets are deeply soothing and anti-inflammatory, making them effective for calming irritated, red, or sensitive skin, and they've been used traditionally to treat eczema, dry patches, and minor skin inflammation. They're also naturally moisturizing and have a softening effect on skin that's been valued in herbal skincare for centuries. The mucilage — a naturally occurring gel-like substance in the plant — is what gives violets their soothing, coating quality that calms and protects irritated skin. Gentle enough for all skin types and genuinely effective, violets are one of those old-fashioned botanicals that fell out of mainstream use but absolutely deserve a comeback.
Found in 2 products
Herbs & BotanicalsViolets and roses have been used in skincare for thousands of years and both earn their place. Violets are deeply soothing and anti-inflammatory — they calm irritated, red, and sensitive skin and carry vitamins A and C that support cell turnover and an even tone. Roses bring their own set of benefits: they're astringent, which tightens pores and firms skin, naturally hydrating, and packed with antioxidants that protect against aging and environmental damage. Rose also has a well-known ability to balance skin tone and reduce redness. Together they cover a lot of ground — violet soothes and nourishes while rose tones and protects — and they both bring a natural floral scent that needs no synthetic backup. Two of the oldest botanicals in skincare history, and still two of the best.
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OilsTypically extracted from wheat germ, sunflower, and safflower oils. Provides powerful antioxidant protection, protecting cells from free radical damage. Reduces appearance of fine lines by protecting collagen and elastin. Provides lasting, deep moisture.
Found in 14 products
Minerals & PowdersWashing soda is a super-powered version of baking soda that's used for heavy-duty cleaning. It cuts through grease, softens hard water, and lifts stubborn grime, which makes it a go-to ingredient in homemade laundry soap and household cleaners. I
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Essential OilsDerived from wintergreen plant leaves and known for its distinctive minty aroma and therapeutic properties. Primarily used for pain-relieving effects, particularly for sore muscles and joints. Works deep in muscle tissue.
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Herbs & BotanicalsWitch hazel is a plant that has been used as a natural skin remedy for hundreds of years, long before it showed up in drugstores. The extract comes from the bark and leaves and works as a natural toner — it tightens pores, reduces redness and puffiness, controls oil, and has enough antimicrobial action to help with acne, bug bites, and minor irritation. It absorbs fast and leaves no residue, which makes it a great base for sprays and toners.
Found in 2 products
Minerals & PowdersA natural polysaccharide produced through fermentation. One of the most widely used thickening and stabilizing agents in both food and cosmetics. Creates smooth, luxurious textures in skincare formulations without synthetic additives.
Minerals & PowdersNon-nano refers to particle size larger than 100nm, meaning it is too large to penetrate skin and sits on the surface providing physical UV protection. Zinc itself is antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and involved in wound healing. No synthetic UV-absorbers or endocrine disruptors.
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