Shea Butter; INCI name - Butyrospermum Parki – Native of the savannah regions of Africa, abundant to countries such as Ghana, Nigeria, Togo, Mali and Burkina Faso. Commonly used because of it’s healing,moisturizing, restorative properties. Found in soaps cream, sun screen, lotion and more
Cocoa butter ;INCI name – theobroma cacao , found mainly in Africa and south America, exist as the white or dark variety. Used mainly in the food industry to make chocolate and cocoa drink. Excellent skin care properties, help to keep the skin soft
Coconut oil;INCI name – cocos nucifera, obtained from the nuts of the coconut tree found in many countries in the tropics, excellent soap making qualities, used in many sunscreen lotion and regular moisturizers
Olive oil; INCI name - Olea europaea ,a fruit oil obtained from the olive tree traditionally found in the Mediterranean region. Abundant in countries like Spain, Turkey, Greece and Italy. Commonly used mainly in cooking and more and more in cosmetics, and soap making. Also a rich source of anti oxidants.
Hempseed oil INCI name – cannabis sativa Used mainly in pharmaceutical and cosmetics industry. Excellent moisturizing properties. Very rich in omega 6 and 3 with a great antimicrobial properties. Ideal for soap making and for shampoos.
Sweet Almond oil
Mango Butter INCI Mangifera Indica
Mango butter is a solid and comes from the kernel of the juicy mango fruit. It is suitable for soaps, cosmetics, toiletries and pharmaceuticals. Mango butter exhibits excellent moisturizing for lotions and good lubricity on skin. The Mango tree is a tropical evergreen tree native to India and Malaysia but found profusely in the African region.
Palm Kernel INCI Elaeis guineensi)
Obtained from the palms of the Kernel of the African palm oil tree, very similar in properties to coconut oil in High percentage of lauric acid, excellent for hard soap and it that lathers well. It has a nutty earthy smell and it is used extensively in the West African Region.
Rose Hip Seed INCI Rosa mosquet
Extracted from ripefruit of a wild rosebush native to South American countries. A healing oil said to regenerate the skin and counteract the effects of aging. Rich source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, is high in gamma linoliec acid (GLA) and vitamin C. Rose hip oil is often used in products made for stretch marks, burns, scars and mature dry skin. Maypossibly retard the fine wrinkles of aging.
Sunflower INCI Helianthus annuu)
Obtained from the seeds the sunflower plant. Rich in both vitamins A and E. Sunflower oil is very high in essential fatty acids and helps to moisturize, regenerate and condition the skin. Can be used as a main oil or in a blend. Good for mature, sensitive and dry, damaged skin.
Wheat Germ INCI Triticum vulgare
It is very high in vitamin A, B1, D, lecithin, protein, a high content of unsaturated fatty acid compounds and a very high vitamin E content. Has a heavy wheat nutty scent. An emollient oil. Wheat germ oil is from the golden germ of the wheat. May possibly retard the fine wrinkles of aging.
Neem INCI Azadriachta indica
Antifungal, antiseptic, antiparasitic agent in toiletries, soap, toothpaste and skin/hair care products. It is used to treat skin problems including eczema, psoriasis, ringworm, scabies, syphilitic sores, chicken pox etc. It can be used to get rid of lice and control dandruff. Neem powder can be used in a foot treatments to kill fungus and bacteria. It makes a good facial for those with acne and other skin problems. Can be added to liquid soap base for an anti bacterial hand soap. Use in pet soaps to kill and repel fleas.
Jojob INCI Simmondsia chinensis
Pronounced Ho Ho Ba ,Jojoba oil is cold pressed from the nuts of the jojoba tree. The jojoba tree is cultivated in California, Arizona, Mexico and Israel. Jojoba is. Excellent as a conditioner and for all over skin and hair treatments.
Grapeseed INCI Vitis vinifera
Grapeseed oil is made from the seeds of the wine grapes. Very light and virtually odorless. Contains vitamins, minerals, high in polyunsaturates and protein. Grapeseed oil is wonderful used around the eyes and neck. Widely used in hypoallergenic natural products because it does not often cause allergic reactions in very allergic people
Evening Primrose INCI Oenothers bennis
Evening primrose oil is obtained from the seeds of the evening primrose. Evening primrose oil has high gamma linoliec acid, which is an essential polyunsaturated fatty acid that is converted into prostaglandins and hormones. Because evening primrose oil has an extremely high gamma linolenic acid (GLA) content it has been extensively researched. GLA is vital for the synthesis of prostaglandin an important function in the body, especially the skin. Linoliec acid is said to rejuvenate skin cells. Evening primrose is full of vitamins and minerals. It also repairs damaged skin, keeps skin healthy, helps repair sun damaged and mature skin. Evening primrose oil is an emollient.
Apricot Kernel(Prunus armeniaca)
Apricot kernel oil comes from the large pits of apricots.. The apricot tree is cultivated throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Apricot kernel oil has 30% unsaturated essential fatty acid content. The oil is similar in weight to human sebum. Extremely nourishing to the skin and excellent around the eyes and neck. Apricot kernel oil is an emollient.
Apricot kernel oil
Rice bran oil
Evening primrose oil
Wheat germ oil
Palm kernel oil
Vitamin E oil
Glycerine Need seed oil
Neem seed extract
Avocado oil
Mango butter/extract
Papaya extract
Lavender extract
Essential oils
Bitter orange
extract
Black soap
Cocoa ash