Blackcurrant

From the seed of the blackcurrant shrub. Blackcurrant Seed Oil is particularly high in gamma linolenic essential fatty acid, particularly Omega 6 and Omega 3. Called “essential” because our body cannot reproduce them, they form part of the lipid layer and are vital for healthy skin. They help prevent skin dryness, restore optimal moisture balance and maintain the skin’s barrier function.

Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA)

A mixture of natural fruit extracts taken from bilberries, citrus fruits, sugar cane and grape juice. AHAs help the biological exfoliation process by breaking up the outer layer of the skin leading to sloughing of dead skin cells.

Bergamot Essential Oil

Bergamot is an essence taken from the peel of a Mediterranean citrus fruit. Its delightful fresh fragrance has an uplifting and calming effect.

Cassia Alata Leaf Extract

From a tropical habitat, this extract from the Cassia Alata plant has developed a powerful defence mechanism. It is rich in flavonoids; particularly K30S Kaempferol. This compound helps to protect nuclear and mitochondrial DNA from degradation. It supports the cell’s natural repair system by combating the harmful effects of the sun.

Fruit Acids

A blend of citric fruits that help exfoliate the skin to target age spots, acne and pigmentation. Stimulate collagen production and has antioxidant benefits that brightens the skin.

Lactic Acid

The mildest and most effective AHA available. This natural AHA weakens the bonds that hold dead skin cells together enabling them to be shed more easily from the skin.

Marine Peptide

From the seaweed Enteromorpha compressa. This material works with the skin’s neuromediators, helping to block the message telling the skin cells to over-react to stress. It has a soothing action and improves the comfort of thin, sensitive and dry skin. It helps to reduce skin tightening, stinging and reddening. 

Rose

This special oil has a gentle, floral aroma that is extremely mood enhancing. It is used in skincare when treating sensitive skin and can also lift the spirits. Only a little of this essence is required, as its perfume is intense. 

Shea Butter

This is fat extracted from the kernels of the African tree. Aids absorption of active ingredients and leaves a protective film on the skin. 

Vitamin C

An ascorbic acid and polypeptide complex. Plays an important role in metabolic processes. Acts as an antioxidant

Zinc Oxide

A natural sunscreen in the form of a micro-fine dispersion, which does not leave a white residue on the skin. It is the broadest spectrum UVA and UVB absorber that is approved for use as a sunscreen and is completely photostable.