Myrtus Communis (Myrtle) Leaf Extract*
Myrtus Communis (Myrtle) Leaf Extract* Myrtle A native of Mediterranean, the attractive plant has been a symbol of innocence for many centuries. In fact, Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of beauty and love, apparently fount refugee in a Myrtle bush after she was created as a beautiful nude woman. Association with purity and chaste beauty becomes […]
Myristyl Myristate
Myristyl Myristate A 100% natural, vegetable derived ester, combination of myristyl alcohol and myristic acid, for use as a co-emulsifier and opacifier. Myristic acid is named after the Nutmeg Myristica fragrans. Nutmeg butter is 75% trimyristin, the triglyceride of myristic acid. Besides nutmeg, myristic acid is also found in palm oil, coconut oil, butter fat, […]
Microcrystalline Cellulose
Microcrystalline Cellulose As the name implies, Microcrystalline Cellulose is basically cellulose and is derived from high quality wood pulp. While cellulose is the most abundant organic material, Microcrystalline Cellulose can only be derived from a special grade of alpha cellulose. It is a white, odourless, tasteless, extra free flowing powder which is relatively free from […]
Mentha piperita (peppermint) oil*
Mentha piperita (peppermint) oil* Peppermint is sometimes regarded as the world s oldest medicine, with archaeological evidence placing its use at least as far back as ten thousand years ago. It has a high menthol content, and is often used as a flavouring in tea, ice cream, confectionery, chewing gum, and toothpaste. The oil also […]
Mentha Arvensis (Mint) Leaf Oil**
Mentha Arvensis (Mint) Leaf Oil** A natural essential oil, which has a cooling effect due to menthol.
Mel (honey)*
Mel (honey)* Honey extract. It is used as emollient in cosmetics. It is produced by the bees from the nectar of flowers. The rich nature of Mediterranean gives to the Greek honey excellent aroma.
Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Extract*
Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Extract* Medicago Sativa or Alfa-Alfa or Lucerne or Purple Medic Thought to originate in North Africa. It exists in many different forms. A very high source of Vitamin C, also a source of chlorophyll and Vitamin K. Used as a diuretic and an anti-hemorrhaging agent. Major known constituents: Protein, fat, vitamins C, […]
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 […]