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Ingredients
Acacia Gum
Natural plant gum that provides flexible hold and conditions.
Acai Berry
Antioxidant-rich berry that helps defend against free radical damage.
Aloe Vera
Soothing and hydrating botanical that calms and conditions skin.
Bakuchiol
Plant-derived retinol alternative that supports collagen and gentle cell turnover.
Calendula
Calming botanical that helps soothe skin exposed to environmental aggressors.
Carrot
Beta-carotene rich extract that supports skin renewal and radiance.
Castor Oil
Film-forming plant oil that conditions and strengthens hair and skin.
Ceramide Support
Plant-derived ceramide-supporting system that helps reinforce the skin's natural lipid barrier and reduce moisture loss.
Desert Date
Rare desert-adapted oil high in fatty acids that nourishes and protects the skin barrier.
Elderberry
Antioxidant-rich fruit extract that supports skin brightness and defence.
Ginseng
Adaptogenic root extract that energises skin and supports resilience.
Jojoba
Desert-grown wax ester structurally similar to skin's natural sebum.
Kakadu Plum
Vitamin C-rich antioxidant that supports protection against free radical damage.
Meadowfoam
Stable barrier oil that helps seal in moisture and protect against transepidermal water loss.
Oat
Soothing and barrier-supportive oat derivatives that help comfort stressed skin and support barrier resilience.
Pomegranate
Polyphenol antioxidant that helps strengthen the skin's defense against oxidative stress.
Prickly Pear
Antioxidant-rich desert botanical that helps defend against environmental stress while supporting hydration.
Rosemary
Natural antioxidant extract that supports formula stability and skin defence.
Shea Butter
Rich emollient butter that conditions and softens skin with fatty acids.
Squalane
Skin-identical emollient that helps soften skin and support barrier integrity.
Tremella Mushroom
Hydration-supporting polysaccharides that help form a water-binding matrix and improve skin plumpness.
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Naturally Derived
Our formulas contain a minimum of 90% naturally derived ingredients (ISO 16128). Most exceed 95%. Every ingredient is selected because it earns its place, not to fill a formula.
What we Exclude
Every formula is built against a strict exclusion list. We go beyond standard US cosmetic regulations to exclude ingredients that raise concern for skin health, human health, or the environment:
- Petrochemicals and non-renewable synthetics
- Alcohol
- Synthetic colorants and fragrance components
- Animal-derived ingredients
- Microplastics and contaminants
