INGREDIENTS:
Infussion of Berries.Sea Buckthorn Seed Acai Seed Oil, Pomegranate Seed Oil, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Edetate, (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, (Amla) Extract, Citrus Grandis Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit (Vitamin C in liposome form), liposome form), Ascorbic Acid Palmitate (Vitamin A in in liposome form), Retinyl Tocopherol Acetate (Vitamin E Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Vitis Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Orange) Flower Water, Algae Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Calendula) Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, (Sesame) Seed Oil, Melaleuca Sorbitol, Sesamum Indicum sia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, (Sweet Almond) Oil, Simmond-Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Stearate, Stearic Acid, Prunus (Dimethyl Sulfone), Glyceryl Deionized Water, MSM
Skin care ingredients to avoid
Alcohol: A free radical in its own right that can cause dryness and flaking of the skin, allergic reactions and skin irritation in many people. Can cause contact dermatitis. DEA (Diethanolamine), MEA (Monoethanolamine), & TEA (Triethanolamine): Often used as emulsifiers or foaming agents, can cause allergic reactions, eye irritation, and dryness of hair and skin. May be carcinogenic.
FD&C Color Pigments: Often made from coal tar, cause skin sensitivity & may be carcinogenic. Used to make products "pretty," they are unnecessary additives. Designated as FD&C or D&C, followed by a color, and a number.
Fragrance: Many contain synthetic compounds that are toxic, and can cause headaches, dizziness or nausea, among other symptoms. Can be sensitizing to the skin.
Petrochemicals: Any petroleum-derived compound, such as isopropyl alcohol, mineral oil, and petrolatum. Sensitizing to the skin and can inhibit the ability of the skin to breathe, causing the very dryness and chapping they were intended to prevent.
Parabens (Methyl, Propyl, Butyl, and Ethyl Paraben): Preservatives used to inhibit microbial growth and extend the shelf life of products, but also known to cause allergic reactions and skin rashes in many people. Some studies have implicated them in reducing hormonal levels in both human and animal test subjects. Even though their toxicity is well known, they are used in almost all skincare products.
Polyethylene Glycol (PEG): Used to dissolve oil and grease as well as thicken products, found in caustic spray-on oven cleaners & many personal care products. Potentially carcinogenic and strip away the skin's natural moisture factor.
Propylene Glycol: Used as a surfactant or wetting agent. The Material Safety Data Sheets on propylene glycol warns users to avoid skin contact as it may damage cell membranes causing rashes, dry skin, and surface damage to the skin.
Sodium Laurel Sulfate and Sodium Laureth Sulfate: Cheap, harsh detergents commonly found in cleansers, often disguised with the expression "comes from coconuts." Can be very irritating to the skin and eyes.
Stearalkonium Chloride: An ammonium compound used in hair conditioners and creams because it is cheaper than proteins or herbals, which are beneficial to the hair.
