Facial Scrub

AQUA

(Purified Water) Solvent. Distilled/De-ionized water. Solvent, makes up 35-80% of volume.

GLYCERIN

Humectant. Draws/Locks in moisture in the deeper underlying layers of the skin. non-toxic and anti-allergenic.

KAOLIN

Cleanser/Exfoliant. Gentle cleanser/exfoliant used to cleanse the skin because of its ability to absorb oil and make the surface smooth.

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER

(Shea Butter) Emollient. Rich texture that smoothes the skin. Rich source of antioxidants, including quercetin, epicatechin gallate, gallocatechin, and epigallocatechin, as well as skin-replenishing fatty acids (stearic and linoleic)

PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS OIL

(Sweet Almond Oil) Moisturizer. Rich in fatty acids, including oleic acid and linoleic acid, which make it an excellent moisturizer for the skin. It also has vitamin E, which is an antioxidant that helps in protecting the skin from environmental stressors.

MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA SEED OIL

(Macadamia Seed Oil) Moisturizer. Moisturizing properties with high content of monounsaturated fatty acids, specifically oleic and palmitoleic acids that are readily absorbed by the skin. Also has antioxidant properties.

HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL

(Sunflower Seed Oil) Moisturizer. Rich in fatty acids and vitamin E, aids in hydration.

TOCOPHEROL

(Vitamin E) Multiple. Antioxidant, protects the skin from harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun.

CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE

(MCT Oil) Emulsifier. Helps lock in moisture, improves texture, spreads smoothly, and stabilizes emulsions. Also serves as antioxidant and helps disperse pigments or actives

CETEARYL ALCOHOL

Emulsifier. Acts as a co‑emulsifier, viscosity enhancer, and gives a soft, creamy texture with conditioning effects on skin and hair. Non‑irritating and non‑sensitizing.

COCOS NUCIFERA SHELL POWDER

(Coconut Shell Powder) Exfoliant. Natural abrasive used in our facial & Body Scrub.

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA OIL

Multiple Uses (Lavender Oil). Soothing and calming of redness and inflammation, moisturizing properties.

CAULERPA RACEMOSA EXTRACT

(Wild Fijian Nama Sea Grape). Multiple Uses. Contracts the skin, as well as aids in absorption, inter/intracellular hydration and nutrient deliver of underlying dermal layers.

COCOS NUCIFERA OIL

(Organic Coconut Oil) Moisturizer. Many medicinal/mouturizing properties. Very stable, contains lauric acid, improves skin texture and provides intense hydration.

LINALOOL

Fragrance. A naturally occurring monoterpene alcohol found in various essential oils (lavender, basil, coriander). Provides a floral, citrus-menthol scent and serves as a perfume ingredient.

DIMETHICONE

Emollient. A silicone polymer with varying molecular weights used to smooth skin, fill fine lines, and create a breathable protective film. It reduces TEWL (transepidermal water loss) while allowing respiration and is widely regarded as non-comedogenic and gentle.

PHENOXYETHANOL

Preservative. A glycol ether used at ≤1% to prevent bacterial, yeast, and mold growth. Heat-stable and effective across pH 3–10. Frequently replaces parabens; gentle overall, though mild irritation can occur for sensitive skin or eczema sufferers.

CAPRYLYL GLYCOL

Humectant. Acts primarily as a moisture-attracting humectant while also enhancing preservative systems and product shelf-life.

STEARIC ACID

Emollient. Stabilizes emulsions (especially with cationics), enhances texture, and provides skin-softening properties.

CETEARETH-20

Surfactant. Helps mix oil and water phases, especially in low- to medium-fat creams and cleansers.

CARBOMER

Thickener. High-molecular-weight, cross-linked acrylic acid polymers that appear as white fluffy powders. Once neutralized (commonly with sodium hydroxide or amino bases), they hydrate and swell to form clear, viscous gels.

SODIUM HYDROXIDE

pH Stabilizer. A strong inorganic base used to neutralize acids and regulate pH in formulations.

LIMONENE

Fragrance. Naturally derived fragrance terpenes/alcohols used for aroma and occasionally antimicrobial support.

QUARTZ

Exfoliant. Silicon dioxide in microcrystalline form, used as a mild abrasive in exfoliants, scrubs. It also acts as a texturizing agent and oil absorbent—non-reactive and chemically inert .

POLYSORBATE 20

Surfactant. A sorbitan-based ethoxylated ester carrying ~20 units of ethylene oxide. Compatible with oil-in-water systems to help solubilize fragrances, essential oils, and dyes.

ROSA CENTIFOLIA FLOWER OIL

(Rose Absolute Oil) Multiple. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins. Provided anti-inflammatory benefits and promoted skin rejuvenation.

ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN

Humectant. A naturally derived glycol ether from glycerin and 2-ethylhexanol. Acts as a mild humectant and emollient, providing light moisture and a pleasant skin feel. Often used at <1 % for its antimicrobial properties, helping reduce reliance on other preservatives .

GERANIOL

Fragrance. A naturally occurring monoterpene alcohol found in various essential oils (lavender, basil, coriander). Provides a floral, citrus-menthol scent and serves as a perfume ingredient.

LACTIC ACID

pH Stabilizer. An organic acid (2‑hydroxypropanoic acid) from fermentation. It gently exfoliates by loosening corneocyte bonds, improves skin hydration, and adjusts formula pH.

PEG-40 STEARATE

Emulsifier. Ethoxylated and non-ethoxylated esters of stearic acid used to create and stabilize oil-in-water emulsions. PEG versions are more hydrophilic, while sorbitan stearate is lipophilic—often used together for balanced emulsification.

SORBITAN STEARATE

Emulsifier. Ethoxylated and non-ethoxylated esters of stearic acid used to create and stabilize oil-in-water emulsions.

SILICA

Exfoliant. Silica acts as a mild exfoliant and oil absorber.

CELLULOSE GUM

Stabilizer. cellulose derivatives form a gel network to thicken and stabilize formulas.

SODIUM BENZOATE

Preservative. The sodium salt of benzoic acid, providing antimicrobial protection (bacteriostatic/fungistatic), especially effective at acidic pH (~3–5). Commonly combined with other preservatives like potassium sorbate

SORBIC ACID

Thickener. Weak organic acids effective at acidic pH. Sorbic acid is lipophilic (oil-soluble). Inhibits yeast and mold—often paired with sodium benzoate or phenoxyethanol

POTASSIUM SORBATE

Stabilizer. Weak organic acids effective at acidic pH. potassium sorbate is its water-soluble salt. nhibits yeast and mold—often paired with sodium benzoate or phenoxyethanol