Ingredients
Oils, Wax, and Fats
Olive Oil:
Rich in fatty acids, which nourishes/moisturizes/conditions/protects and heals the skin. It has anti-aging/anti-fungal/anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties.
Coconut Oil:
Moisturizes/softens/nourishes and repairs dry/irritated skin. It has anti-fungal/anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties.
Castor Oil:
Conditions/softens, soothes/repairs and protects the skin. It gives the soap a wonderful creamy lather.
Tallow:
We use organic, grass fed beef tallow. Tallow is a solid beef fat, that gives hardness and lots of lather to the soap. It is a great moisturizer. Tallow is full of vitamins A,D,E,K and B12. It is balanced with Omega-3 and 6, which gives structural integrity and barrier function to the skin. It has Omega-7, which is the most active antimicrobial found in human sebum, (the oil in our skin). It contains oleic-acid, which is found in our sebum, which allows its softening, soothing and moisturizing properties to be easily absorbed by our skin. It contains palmitic acid, which combats aging and helps smooth the skin. It contains steric acid, which helps form a natural barrier to the skin. Omega-9, stearic acid and oleic acid, all provide a protective outer layer of the skin and in our sebum. It improves the skins suppleness and flexibility, helping it to repair damage.
Rice Bran Oil:
It’s high in fatty acids and anti-oxidants. It’s rich in vitamin E and B. It moisturizes and soothes the skin. It hydrates and emolliates the skin. It gives hardiness and lather to the bar.
Beeswax:
It protects/heals/soothes and conditions the skin. It protects and moisturizes weather damaged skin. It has antibacterial properties.
Honey:
It repairs/protects/soothes the skin and improves skin tone. It has natural anti-bacterial, antifungal and antiseptic properties.
Almond Oil:
It soothes and moisturizes dry, irritated skin. It’s high in vitamins and protects and conditions the skin.
Cocoa Butter:
It supports collagen production. It moisturizes/conditions/soothes and protects the skin. It provides a creamy lather. A natural emollient with a natural chocolate aroma.
Shea Butter:
It is rich in vitamin A and helps heal and repair damaged skin. It hydrates/protects/conditions and soothes the skin.
Hemp Oil:
Has numerous health benefits to the skin. It balances oily skin and helps prevent breakouts. It balances, hydrates and helps regulate the skin’s oil production. Hemp oil helps prevent dry skin without clogging pores. It helps reduce acne caused by the skin’s excess oil, (helps reduce sebum production). It contains Omega-6, Omega-3, and gamma-linolenic acid, which has powerful anti-inflammatory properties and encourages new skin cell production. It nourishes and soothes the skin. It has anti-aging properties. It helps treat skin inflammation, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis and rosacea.
Apricot Kernel Oil:
Rich in fatty acids. Helps the skin to maintain its moisture balance. It helps to soften and improve the skin’s elasticity.
Rose Hip Seed Oil:
Has anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties. It is high in fatty acids and helps support new skin cell regeneration, reduces wrinkles, treats acne, eases itching and helps to balance the skin.
Argan Oil:
It conditions/soothes and moisturizes the skin. It tones the skin. It reduces inflammation. It repairs and protects the skin. It is high in fatty acids and vitamin E.
Sunflower Oil:
High in vitamin E. It helps repair/protect and hydrate the skin. It is easily absorbed. It helps treat acne. It is high in vitamin A, D and E, which helps heal broken down skin. It’s soothing and conditioning to the skin. It has anti-oxidant and anti-aging properties.
Goats Milk:
It is high in fatty acids, which softens, moisturizes and conditions the skin. It relieves dry, irritated skin by removing dead skin cells.
Jojoba Oil:
It is similar to human sebum. It helps treat dry, mature skin. It’s waxy nature helps protect the skin and help retain moisture. It is readily absorbed and used on all skin types. It has anti-aging properties and helps condition the skin and hair.
Grape Seed Oil:
A light oil, especially used for skin massage and skin care. It is high in anti-oxidants. It is anti-aging. t is a good emollient and has gentle toning effects for mature and acne prone skin. It is suitable to allergenic and sensitive prone skin.
Avocado Oil:
It soothes/softens dry skin. It is high in anti-oxidants and helps protect/repair the skin. It is naturally high in vitamins and minerals.
Avocado Butter:
It moisturizes the skin. It is high in vitamin B and omega-3, which helps increase collagen production, facilitates healing and it is an anti-oxidant.
Tamanu Oil:
Soothes and softens the skin. It promotes new skin growth. It is antibacterial and promotes wound healing. It has anti-inflammatory properties. It acts as a natural analgesic, when massaged into the skin it relieves tension, muscle tension and neuralgia.
Essential Oils
Lavender Angustifolia:
Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral and astringent properties. Helps treat acne, soothes/tones/calms/protects the skin. It’s aroma is calming and relaxing. It is known for promoting restful sleep.
Geranium:
Astringent, anti-aging properties. Repairs/protects and soothes the skin. Helps balance sebum and promotes cell renewal. Helps balance emotions and hormones.
Rosemary:
Astigent, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties. Helps increase circulation. Helps clear the mind and improves focus.
Peppermint:
Cleanses, tones, soothes, cools, conditions and stimulates the skin. Has anti-viral , anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Natural pain reliever. Helps ease headaches, refreshes the mind and improves focus.
Lemongrass:
Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiseptic, anti-oxidant and astringent properties. Refreshing/deodorizing. t promotes circulation and helps ease aches and pains. Natural pain reliever. Helps refresh and stimulate the mind and relieves stress.
Frankincense:
Tones, calms and soothes the skin. Balances and regenerates the skin. Has anti-aging and antiseptic properties. Helps calm the nerves and eases tension. Soothes aches and pains.
Myrrh:
Antiseptic, anti-aging, astringent , and analgesic properties. Helps treat irritating skin conditions, (acne, eczema, dry cracked skin). Helps soothe and condition the skin. Helps calm and ground the mind.
Orange:
Antiviral, antiseptic, antibacterial properties. Tones, supports, detoxifies and clears the skin. Relieves anxiety and promotes sleep. Uplifting and brightening.
Tangerine:
Antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Improves circulation. Helps moisturize dry, cracked skin. Uplifting and energizing.
Lime:
Anti-bacterial, anti-viral, astringent properties. Balances oily kin. Refreshing, cooling.
Lemon:
Antiseptic, anti-fungal, anti-viral, astringent properties. Cleanses the skin. Helps increase circulation. Invigorating. Stimulates the senses and clears the mind.
Bergamot:
Anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, antiseptic properties. Cools, soothes, and conditions dry, itchy skin conditions. Helps support wound healing. Helps elevate the mood and enhances well-being.
Grapefruit:
Astringent, antiseptic properties. Soothes aches and pains. Refreshes and uplifts.
Tea Tree:
Anti-viral, antiseptic, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It relieves itching, treats acne and acts as a natural deodorant.
Cedarwood:
Astringent and antiseptic properties. Balances, repairs, protects and tones the skin. Natural pain reliever. Earth, woodsy smell. Uplifts and balances the mood.
Eucalyptus Globulus:
Astringent, antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal properties and analgesic properties. Eases aches and pains. Increases concentration and improves focus.
Pine:
Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, analgesic properties. Increases circulation. Natural anti-inflammatory. Woodsy, earthy, musky smell. Clears the sinuses, eases breathing and freshens the air.
Balsam Fir:
Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral and analgesic properties. Helps treat cuts and sores. Eases anxiety and clears congestion.
Spearmint:
Antiseptic. Helps decongest the skin and clear up acne. Helps uplift, refresh and stimulate the mind.
Sage:
Antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and astringent properties. Helps increase circulation. Natural deodorizer. Improves mental focus and calms the nerves.
Chamomile:
Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Calms, tones, soothes and repairs the skin. Acts as a mild pain reliever. Eases tension, promotes relaxation and sleep.
Marjoram:
Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. Promotes circulation. Natural pain reliever. Eases anxiety and stress. Promotes relaxation.
Juniper Berry:
Antiseptic and astringent properties. Tones and balances oily skin. Naturally eases aches and pains. Relieves anxiety and varicose veins.
Vanilla:
Anti-oxidant. Soothes and repairs dry skin. Helps treat acne. Relieves stress and anxiety. Acts as a natural pain reliever.
Camphor:
Improves circulation. Soothes aches and pains. Cools, warms and stimulates the skin. Helps clear the head and mind.
Star Anise:
Antiseptic and skin balancing properties. Tones and balances the skin. Combats oily skin. Natural deodorant. Natural pain reliever. Calming. Promotes restful sleep.
Citronella:
Antiseptic, antibacterial, astringent properties. Insect repellant. Refreshes, cleanses and deodorizes the air. Stimulates the mind and eases depression.
Ginger:
Antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and analgesic properties. Warming to the skin. Naturally eases muscle pain and headaches. Helps relieve fatigue and confusion.
Cinnamon:
Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Warms, stimulates and energizes the skin. Uplifting scent. Balances emotions. It is warming, stimulating and stress reducing.
There are many, many more essential oils that I use, will add to this list later.
Herbs
Calendula:
Has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Regenerates and soothes the skin. High in vitamin A and helps treat dermatitis and eczema.
Lavender Buds, Rosemary Specks, Basil Specks, Sage Specks:
Please see essential oil information for these health benefits.
Plantain:
Infused into olive oil. Soothes the skin and encourages cell growth. Has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. Relieves cuts, scrapes, bites and stings.
Comfrey:
Infused into olive oil. Anti-inflammatory. Is a natural analgesic. Aids in wound repair and healing. Assists with skin/tissue healing.
Rooibos:
Steeped tea. Antibacterial and anti-aging properties. Enriched with anti-oxidants. Boosts the production of healthy skin cells. Helps prevent acne and eczema. Has high levels of vitamin D and zinc.
Exfoliants
Oats, Coffee Grounds, Orange Peel Powder, Lemon PeelPowder, Moringo Powder, Madder Root Powder, Poppy Seeds, Cornmeal, other Herbs.
Clays
Yellow, Red Morrocan, French Green Clay, Pink Kaolin Clay, Bentonite Clay, Purple Brazilian Clays:
Natural skin detoxifier. Removes impurities. Absorbs oils. Mild exfoliant. Removes dead skin cells. Helps tighten/tone pores. Full of minerals.
Charcoal
Activated Organic Charcoal:
Draws out bacteria, poisons, and absorbs harmful chemicals from the skin. Helps fight acne. Natural deodorizer.