Inci lijst huid en haarverzorging Skincare, Haircare & Bodycare Ingredients: A B C D E F G H J K L M O P R S T V X Z Ingredient (INCI & common name) Source Key Function in Product Aqua Water Natural drinking quality rainwater Rainwater is collected and passed through a series of filters to remove any impurities. It is stringently monitored for purity After filtration, the water is drinking quality Backhousia citriodora oil Lemon myrtle oil Distilled from the leaves of the lemon myrtle tree Strong antibacterial properties Citrus floral uplifting aroma Benzyl benzoate Plant derived pure essential oil component Forms part of the product’s fragrance – ‘Parfum’ Benzyl salicylate Plant derived pure essential oil component Forms part of the product’s fragrance – ‘Parfum’ Bisabolol An extract from chamomile Anti-inflammatory agent Soothing and calming properties Excellent on sensitive skins Boswellia carterii oil Frankincense oil An essential oil taken from resin of the frankincense tree Assists to help prevent lines and wrinkles Its astringent properties may also help balance oily skin conditions Back to top Butyrospermum parkii butter (certified organic) Shea butter Derived from the fruit of the karite tree Emollient which is deeply moisturising, softening and nourishing Leaves a protecting film on the skin Calendula officinalis flower extract Extracted from calendula flowers Excellent for soothing and calming the skin Camellia oleifera seed oil Camellia oil Extracted from camellia flowers Gives a pleasant non-greasy feel on the skin Similar composition to olive oil Back to top Canarium commune gum oil Elemi oil Gumtree extract Has skin stimulating properties A natural fragrance fixative Steam distilled Native to Phillipines Caprylic / capric triglyceride A natural coconut fat A fatty mixture of glycerides derived from coconut Used as an emollient and emulsifier with quick skin penetration properties Enhances smooth product application (Naturally found in human blood plasma) Back to top Caryocar brasiliense fruit oil Pequi fruit oil Expressed from the fruit of the Pequi tree Used as a skin conditioning agent Contains a high level of skin nourishing natural oils Cera alba Beeswax Harvested from bee hives Used as a thickener, emulsifier and stiffening agent in balms and creams Cetearyl olivate Derived from olive oil Improves skin hydration & moisturising effect Excellent skin absorption Similar to natural skin sebum Back to top Cetearyl alcohol Derived from coconut & palm kernel oil An emollient and viscosity regulator Note: this is NOT a grain distilled alcohol Cetearyl wheatstraw glycosides (&) Cetearyl alcohol Wheatstraw extract Extracted from the wheatstraw heads Extremely nourishing and skin protecting An emulsifying agent for oil-in-water emulsions This is a wax product and is not a grain distilled alcohol Gluten free Cetyl Palmitate A lipid wax derived from the esters of olive oil fatty acids Offers excellent long term moisturisation and skin hydration Back to top Chamomilla recutita flower Chamomile flower extract Extracted from chamomile flowers Used as an infusion of flowers, known for its skin soothing quality Cistus ladaniferus oil Cistus oil Steam distilled from the cistus gum Helps to stop bacteria growth Speeds up skin regeneration Useful for treating chronic slow-healing skin disorders like eczema and psoriasis Citral Plant derived pure essential oil component Forms part of the product’s fragrance – ‘Parfum’ Back to top Citronellol Plant derived pure essential oil component Forms part of the product’s fragrance – ‘Parfum’ Citrus aurantium amara oil Bitter orange oil Expressed from the bitter orange fruit A tonic effect on the skin Helps to clear up skin blemishes Citrus aurantium bergamia (fruit) oil Bergamot oil Expressed from the bergamot fruit Has antiseptic properties Balances oil for oily complexions Free from bergaptene, ensuring it is not photosensitive Back to top Citrus aurantium dulcis oil Orange oil Expressed from the orange fruit Soothing on dry irritated conditions Stimulates circulation improving general conditions of scalp and hair Citrus grandis oil Grapefruit oil Expressed from the grapefruit Helpful in treating acne, congested and oily skin Back to top Citrus grandis seed extract Grapefruit seed extract Extracted from the seeds of the grapefruit Has strong antibacterial and antioxidant properties Citrus medica limonum oil Lemon oil Expressed from the peel of the lemon Being an astringent it has an effective cleansing effect on greasy skin Stimulates circulation improving congested skin Back to top Citrus tangerine peel oil Tangerine oil Expressed from the peel of the tangerine A gentle, safe oil, that assists with skin circulation Helps to prevent the effects of stretched skin Coco-glucoside Derived from coconut oil glucose (fruit sugar) Very gentle cleanser (surfactant) Cleanses by helping water to mix with oil and dirt so they can be rinsed off Natural occurring fatty acid Cocos nuciferaoil Coconut oil From coconuts Solid at room temperature Excellent on dry, rough and wrinkled skin Back to top Cocos nucifera oil / arnica montana extract Arnica oil Distilled from arnica flowers & leaves Renowned for its soothing properties and ability to aid bruising Daucus carota oil Carrot oil Extracted from the carrot root Good for skin tone Emollient that is rejuvenating and nourishing Source of Beta-carotene and Vitamin A Decyl glucoside Derived from palm and coconut oils Used for its foaming and cleansing action Has antibacterial properties Back to top Elettaria cardamomum oil Cardamon oil Steam distilled essential oil from the dried fruits & seeds Antiseptic Fragrance Cardamon is part of the ginger family Eugenol Plant derived pure essential oil component Forms part of the product’s fragrance – ‘Parfum’ Euphrasia officinalis Eye Bright Herb Extracted from the eye bright herb Anti-inflammatory properties Used as a soothing, antimicrobial and skin conditioner Back to top Farnesol Plant derived pure essential oil component Forms part of the product’s fragrance – ‘Parfum’ Galactoarabinan Larch tree gum Extracted from the gum of the larch tree Excellent moisture control and humectancy properties Improves skin appearance of superficial fine lines Environmentally sustainable larch trees Geraniol Plant derived pure essential oil component Forms part of the product’s fragrance – ‘Parfum’ Back to top Glucose A sugar isolated from plant sources (cane or beet) A simple sugar manufactured by green plants during photosynthesis Assists with product penetration into the cells (Naturally occurs in our blood) Glucose oxidase Naturally occurs in honey and milk A natural preservative in honey A protein enzyme Acts as an antimicrobial barrier Glycerin Vegetable Glycerin Derived from natural plant sources Excellent humectant & emollient properties Helps to hydrate, soften and soothe the skin Assists the outer epidermis in retaining moisture Back to top Glyceryl oleate Naturally occurring fatty acid derived from coconut oil Used as an emollient and emulsifying agent Glycine soja oil Soy bean oil Expressed from soy beans Excellent skin benefits with a high content of essential fatty acids Used as an emollient and skin conditioner Hammamelis virginiana extract Witchhazel extract Infusion of witchhazel in vegetable glycerine Witchhazel is astringent, hemostatic and anti-inflammatory It helps to lessen razor burn and controls bleeding from nicks Back to top Hypericum perforatum oil St John’s Wort oil Obtained from the flowers of the St John’s Wort plant An emollient with anti-inflammatory properties Acts as a vaso-constrictor, assisting to reduce the appearance of dilated capillaries Soothes pain and promotes skin healing Jojoba esters Derived from the esterfication (natural process) of jojoba oil A wax ester that leaves a protecting film on the skin An emollient that helps with the smooth consistency of the cream An ester is a molecule of a fatty acid and a fatty alcohol combined Juniperus communis oil Juniper oil Distilled from juniper berries A tonic for oily and congested skins Has detoxifying and antiseptic properties Back to top Juniperus virginiana oil Cedarwood Oil (Virginia) Distilled from cedarwood bark Benefits the skin by its sedating ability which relieves irritation and itching Increases blood circulation Kaolin Halloysite clay A pure white clay from Matauri Bay, New Zealand Assists with removal of dead skin cell by acting as a poultice, drawing impurities out of the skin Lactic acid A natural component of honey Naturally derived lactic acid (Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA)) assisting in cell renewal and skin rejuvenation The exfoliating nature of AHA’s contribute to softer skin, younger looking skin Back to top Lactoperoxidase Isolated from milk A peroxidise enzyme found in milk Antimicrobial and antioxidant properties (Naturally occurring in tears & saliva helping to protect the body from infection) Leptospermum scoparium oil Manuka oil Distilled from manuka tree leaves and flowers Used for its skin toning and anti-microbial properties A concentrated essential oil with strong anti-septic properties Back to top Limnanthes alba seed oil Meadowfoam oil Extracted from meadowfoam flowers A very stable moisturising and rejuvenating oil Used as an emollient Contains unique fatty aids of benefit to the skin Limonene Plant derived pure essential oil component Forms part of the product’s fragrance – ‘Parfum’ Linalool Plant derived pure essential oil component Forms part of the product’s fragrance – ‘Parfum’ Back to top Macadamia ternifolia seed oil Macadamia seed oil Extracted from macadamia nuts Has a fine texture that absorbs readily into the skin to nourish and protect Macrocystis pyrifera extract Kelp extract Extracted from New Zealand brown kelp Provides essential nutrients, especially minerals Source of silica for healthy hair Grows ½ m / day – source very sustainable Mel Manuka honey Derived from sustainable local bee-keeping / honey producers Maintains moisture level in the skin as a natural humectant International recognition for its antimicrobial properties referred to as UMF (Unique Manuka Factor) Back to top Melaleuca alternifolia oil Tea tree oil From the leaves and flowers of the tea tree plant Strong antibacterial and antiseptic properties Steam distilled from environmentally sustainable sources Mentha piperita oil (Certified organic) Peppermint oil Steam distilled from peppermint leaves Relieves skin irritations and itching Cools the skin and is a very refreshing skin tonic Ocimum basilicum oil Basil oil Steam distilled from basil leaves Soothing and refreshing on the skin Increases circulation Back to top Oenothera biennis oil Evening primrose oil Extracted from the flowers of the evening primrose Helps feed the skin and soothe skin irritations This is primarily a result of the high amounts of gamma linoleic acid, and essential fatty acids Olea europaea leaf extract Olive leaf extract Extracted from the leaves of the olive tree Powerful free radical scavenger and anti-oxidant An emollient that increases skin hydration Prevents the growth of bacteria Back to top Olea europea fruit oil Olive oil Extracted from the ripe fruit of the olive tree Its composition is close to the natural lipids of the outer surface of the human skin Contains nutrient beneficial glycerides of essential fatty acids Used as an emollient and skin conditioning agent Orbignya oleifera seed oil Babassu seed oil A fixed oil extracted from the nuts of the babassu tree Excellent skin moisturising properties Used as a an emollient Made up of skin nutrient glycerides of fatty acids lauric, myristic and oleic Parfum Natural (essential oil) fragrance Derived from natural plant essential oils A blend of isolates (components) 100% natural See specific product labelling for potential allergen components Back to top Pelargonium graveolens oil Geranium oil Steam distilled from the flowers and leaves Useful for all skin conditions as it balances sebum and keeps the skin supple Has cicatrisant/wound healing and antiseptic properties Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil (Certified organic) Pracaxi fruit seed oil Harvested from the seeds of the Pracaxi (Pentaclethra Macroloba) tree Excellent hair moisturising, conditioning & antistatic properties Persea gratissima oil Avocado oil Extracted from the avocado fruit A nutritious oil containing vitamin D among others and essential fatty acids (linoleic acid) that make it very nourishing, restorative and moisturising Back to top Phormium tenax leaf juice New Zealand Flaxgel The gel naturally forms at the base of the flax plant leaf A refreshing gel that has a high quantity of natural skin nutrients & polysaccarides Soothing and hydrating on the skin Healing properties Native to New Zealand Sustainable source Phormium tenax seeds Flax seeds Ground up New Zealand flax plant seeds Used in our soaps as an exfoliating compound Sustainable plant source Back to top Pinus radiata bark extract Pine bark extract Extracted from the bark of the pine tree It’s high content of flavonoids gives it strong antioxidant properties Environmentally sustainable sources Pogostemon cablin oil Patchouli oil Extracted from the patchouli plant Tissue regenerator helping stimulate skin repair Pomaderris kumerahou flower / leaf extract Kumerahou extract Derived from the flowers and leaves of the Kumerahou plant A high saponin content results in natural lathering properties Wild crafted from local Kerikeri plants Environmentally sustainable Back to top Prunus amygdalus dulcisoil Almond oil Obtained from the ripe seeds of the sweet almond A very nutritious oil used as a skin conditioning agent An excellent emollient for the skin Great for dry / mature skin Ricinus communis oil Castor oil Extracted from the castor oil plant Used as a carrier agent in our balms Environmentally sustainable Rosacanina fruit oil (certified organic) Rosehip oil Critically extracted from organic rose hips Helps the skin to heal and regenerate the skin Assists in preventing the formation of keloid scar tissue Its high fatty acids and vitamin C content makes it essential in the prevention of wrinkles and signs of premature ageing Back to top Rosadamascene flower oil Rose otto oil Extracted from the rose flower petals Emollient and hydrating properties Stimulating and antiseptic Helps to fight lines and wrinkles associated with ageing Rosmarinus officinalis oil (certified organic) Rosemary oil Steam distilled from the rosemary leaves Helps to stimulate blood circulation to the skin Has anti-microbial (bacteria and fungi) activities Back to top Salvia sclarea oil Clary sage oil Extracted from the exotic clary sage flowers Balances the production of sebum on the skin Santalum album oil Sandalwood oil Extracted from the wood of the sandalwood tree Relieves itching and inflammation Has mild astringent properties Sustainable sources Sclerotium gum Grown on a sugar medium A natural polysaccharide gel base used for its gelling, thickening and hydrating qualities Back to top Simmondsia chinensisseed oil (certified organic) Jojoba seed oil Extracted from the seeds of the jojoba This waxy oil by nature is similar to our own sebum An emollient that helps to lubricate and protect the skin Sodium lauroyl glutamate Derived from coconut oil Mild surfactant, antistatic & hair conditioning agent Naturally occurring amino acids Sophora tetraptera flower Kowhai petals Petals from the flowers of the Kowhai tree Used as a decorative material in the Nourishing Body Bar Wild harvested All flowers are sustainably hand harvested from naturally regenerating stands of the Kowhai tree Back to top Sorbitan palmitate A lipid wax derived from the esters of olive oil fatty acids Offers excellent long term moisturisation and skin hydration Sorbitan olivate A lipid wax derived from the esters of olive oil Offers excellent long term moisturisation and skin hydration fatty acids Sucrose Cocoate From cocos/sugar beet A blend of coconut oil & sucrose esters from sugar beet A mild surfactant and skin / hair conditioner Back to top Theobroma cacao butter Cocoa butter Derived from the cocoa bean A deeply nourishing emollient Contains high levels of skin beneficial fatty acids Tocopherol Vitamin E Derived from soy plants A potent antioxidant preserving the product and helping to prevent free radical damage on the skin Totarol Totara extract Extracted from recycled totara hard wood by supercritical extraction process A very strong antioxidant (3 times stronger than vitamin E), to neutralise free radicals linked to skin ageing Only discarded ‘old’ wood is used (e.g. old wharf or fence posts) Back to top Triticum vulgare germ oil Wheatgerm oil Obtain from the germ (seed) of wheat An excellent emollient, rich in nutrients including vitamin E, helping to prevent free radical damage on the skin Excellent skin absorbing qualities Gluten free Vitis vinifera seed oil Grape seed oil Obtained from pressing grape seeds High in skin beneficial fatty acid glycerides Used as a skin conditioning agent and emollient Back to top Xanthan gum A microbial polysaccharide derived from the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris Used for its binding, gelling and thickening properties Used extensively for food thickening Zinc oxide CI 77947M A quarry mined natural pigmented mineral Has soothing and protectant properties Acts as a broad spectrum UV protectant Zingiber officinale extract Ginger root extract Extracted from the ginger root Skin healing properties Anti-irritant & anti-redness properties Back to top
