Maris Aqua (Sea Water)
Maris Aqua (Sea Water) The Sea has long been recognised for its healing powers. The Metiterranean crystal cle ar sea water from the island of Crete is an excelent additive to our skin care products.
Malva sylvestris (Mallow) Flower extract*
Malva sylvestris (Mallow) Flower extract* A moderate purplish red that is paler than magenta rose. It is used for its anti-inflammatory properties as well as emollient and astringent. The Plant – Mallow (Malva sylvestris) A species of Malva native to Europe (the British Isles and Iberia north to southern Scandinavia and east to Russia and […]
Maltooligosyl Glucoside
Maltooligosyl Glucoside A modern and important ingredient, a sacharide with cell activating effects that helps the cells maintain their moisture. It is used in new skin and hair care formulations.
Magnesium Stearate
Magnesium Stearate Emulsifier and thickener.
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate A synthetic UV filter.
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil Macadamia oil (or macadamia nut oil) is the non-volatile oil expressed from the nut meat of the macadamia (Macadamia integrifolia) tree, a native Australian nut. Macadamia oil is sometimes used in food as a frying or salad oil, and in cosmetic formulations as an emollient or fragrance fixative. Macadamia oil contains […]
Lysolecithin
Lysolecithin Efficient natural emulsifier. Offers a soft skin.
Luffa cylindrica
Luffa cylindrica A natural exfoliator.
Linalool
Linalool Linalool is a naturally-occurring terpene alcohol chemical found in many flowers and spice plants with many commercial applications, the majority of which are based on its pleasant scent (floral, with a touch of spiciness). Over 200 species of plants produce linalool, mainly from the families Lamiaceae (mints, scented herbs), Lauraceae (laurels, cinnamon, rosewood) and […]
Limonene***
Limonene*** The main odor constituent of citrus. It is used to give a lemon-orange fragrance.
Limonene
Limonene The main odor constituent of citrus. It is used to give a lemon-orange fragrance.
Lecithin
Lecithin Lecithin is an emulsifying substance that is found in the cells of all living organisms. The French scientist Maurice Gobley discovered lecithin in 1805 and named it “lekithos” after the Greek word for “egg yolk.” Until it was recovered from the waste products of soybean processing in the 1930s, eggs were the primary source […]
Lavandula hybrida (lavandin) oil*
Lavandula hybrida (lavandin) oil* A natural essential oil with mild antiseptic properties.
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) oil**
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) oil** Lavender is native to the Mediterranean, the Arabian Peninsula, Russia, and Africa. It has been used cosmetically and medicinally throughout history. In modern times, lavender is cultivated around the world and the fragrant oils of its flowers are used in aromatherapy, baked goods, candles, cosmetics, detergents, jellies, massage oils, perfumes, powders, […]
Lauryl Glucoside
Lauryl Glucoside Lauryl glucoside is a surfactant used in cosmetics. It is a glycoside produced from glucose and lauryl alcohol.
Laurus Nobilis (Laurel) Leaf Oil**
Laurus Nobilis (Laurel) Leaf Oil** Laurus nobilis, is a culinary herb often used to flavor soups, and stews in Mediterranean Cuisine. An infused oil of bay has a long history of use as a pain reliever for arthritic aches and pains, lower back pain, earaches, and sore muscles and sprains. In the Mediterranean countries, the […]
Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid Lactic acid, also known as milk acid, is a chemical compound that plays a role in various biochemical processes and was first isolated in 1780 by the Swedish chemist Carl Wilhelm Scheele. Lactic acid is a carboxylic acid with the chemical formula C3H6O3. It has a hydroxyl group adjacent to the carboxyl group, […]
Kaolin
Kaolin Kaolin is a pure natural mineral (anhydrous aluminum silicate) composed of kaolinite with low iron content. It is an off- white fine powder that is odorless and is insoluble in water. Kaolin has great covering ability, able to absorb fats from the skin, refines pores & helps clear up breakouts, soothing properties (ideal for […]
Juglans regia (walnut) shell extract
Juglans regia (walnut) shell extract Mild antiseptic action, conditioning of problematic skin.
Jojoba Esters
Jojoba Esters Jojoba esters are the hydrogenation or interesterification product of Jojoba oil. Jojoba Esters are commonly used in cosmetic formulations as an emollient, due to its remarkable similarity to the natural oils produced by the human skin, and its high oxidative stability. Fully hydrogenated jojoba esters are most often small beads used to exfoliate […]
Isopropyl isostearate
Isopropyl isostearate Lubrication of the skin, gives a soft and smooth apearance.
Isopropyl Alcohol
Isopropyl Alcohol It is a structural isomer of 1-propanol. It has a wide variety of industrial and household uses.
Isoeugenol***
Isoeugenol*** Isoeugenol is a phenylpropene, a propenyl-substituted quaiacol. A phenylpropanoid, it occurs in the essential oils of plants such as ylang-ylang (Cananga odorata). It can be synthesized from eugenol and had been used in the manufacture of vanillin. It may occur as either the cis (Z) or trans (E) isomer. Trans (E) isoeugenol is crystalline […]
Isoamyl Laurate
Isoamyl Laurate Emuslfiier and skin conditioner.
Hypericum Perforatum (St’ Johns Wort) Flower Extract*
Hypericum Perforatum (St’ Johns Wort) Flower Extract* A natural organic extract. Treats, calms and improves the appearance of dry or damaged skin (including burns, bug bites, scrapes, bruises etc).
Hypericum Perforatum (St’ Johns Wort) Extract*
Hypericum Perforatum (St’ Johns Wort) Extract* St John s Wort has been known throughout history as a vulnerary (wound healer) and was in its heyday on the battlefields of the Crusaders. In Greek it is known as “spathochorto” referring to its ability of healing sword wounds. Its mystique was confirmed by the way the juice […]
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate is a naturally-derived sugar used in cosmetics and beauty products because of its ability to serve as a surfactant and emulsifier. It stabilizes emulsions at any temperature, gives formulas immediate viscosity, reduces the greasiness of products and delivers a smooth, thick feeling.
Hydroxyapatite
Hydroxyapatite A natural SPF booster.
Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Seedcake*
Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Seedcake* A natural organic coating agent for hair fiber from almond seedcake. Restores the aesthetic qualities of damaged hair. Gives hair shine and softness.
Hydrolyzed rice protein
Hydrolyzed rice protein A natural plant derived protein that provides superior anti-oxidant properties and essential fatty acids. The Plant Rice takes Its name to English from Greek Oryza, via Latin oriza, Italian riso and finally Old French ris (the same as present day French riz). Domesticated rice comprises two species in the Poaceae (“true grass”) […]