Ingredients Glossary R - Z
Rose Water:
(Rosa Damascena)
(Rosa Damascena)
Rich in water-soluble compounds with the ability to help calm & soothe the skin.
Rosehip Oil:
(Rosa Rubiginosa)
(Rosa Rubiginosa)
Rich in Omega 3 & 6 Essential Fatty Acids, and also contains Trans-Retinoic Acid, responsible for its restorative properties helping to nourish, moisturise & protect the skin.
Sandalwood Essential Oil:
(Santalum Spicatum)
(Santalum Spicatum)
Known for its toning effect on the skin, relieving dehydrated skin, & the aroma having a calming effect on the mind.
Sclerotium Gum:
(Sclerotium Rolfsii)
(Sclerotium Rolfsii)
This natural gum acts as an emulsifier / stabiliser and is a polysaccharide, produced through the fermentation of sugar polysaccharides with the yeast Sclerotium Rolfsii (polysaccharide meaning a chain of sugars).
Sesame Oil:
(Sesamun Indicum)
(Sesamun Indicum)
Rich in Vitamins E & B Complex, Lecithin, & Minerals, & is known for its anti-bacterial & anti-oxidant properties, providing protection & nourishment to the skin, whilst recognised for its ability to give a mild natural sunscreen effect.
Shea Butter (unrefined):
(Butyrospermum Parkii)
(Butyrospermum Parkii)
Nourishes the skin with Vitamins A, E & K, with Vitamin K helping to restore the skins natural elasticity. Also enriched with minerals, proteins & essential fatty acids containing moisturising & protecting properties, with the ability to provide relief to dry skin.
Spearmint Essential Oil:
(Mentha Viridis)
(Mentha Viridis)
Recognised for its cooling, calming & anti-bacterial properties on the skin.
Sunflower Oil:
(Helianthus Annuus)
(Helianthus Annuus)
Beneficial to the skin by providing Essential Fatty Acids & Vitamins A & E, helping to nourish, moisturise & protect the skin.
Vanilla Resin:
(Vanilla Planifolia Fruit)
(Vanilla Planifolia Fruit)
Recognised for its fragrance & emollient properties.
Vetiver Essential Oil:
(Vetiveria Zizanioides)
(Vetiveria Zizanioides)
Known for its nourishing & moisturising properties, also known as ‘Oil of Tranquillity’, for the aroma having a calming effect on the mind.
Violet (Sweet) Extract:
(Viola Odorata)
(Viola Odorata)
Traditionally used for its anti-bacterial properties, helping to soothe sensitive skin.
Vitamin E (natural):
(Tocopherol - Alpha, natural)
(Tocopherol - Alpha, natural)
A strong anti-oxidant that helps to protect the skin by fighting free radical damage.
Water (distilled):
(Aqua)
(Aqua)
Pure distilled or demineralised water is water that has undergone the distillation process, which removes all chemicals, bacteria, viruses, toxins and wastes, creating purified water.
Wheatgerm Oil:
(Triticum Valgare)
(Triticum Valgare)
Is rich in Vitamin E & fatty acids, helping to nourish dry & mature skin.
Wheatgrass Extract:
(Triticum Aestivum)
(Triticum Aestivum)
Processes high levels of chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and enzymes.
Witch Hazel Distillate:
(Hamamelis Virginiana)
(Hamamelis Virginiana)
A natural astringent & skin tonic, helping to firm & tone the skin.
Xanthan Gum (natural):
(Xanthan Gum)
(Xanthan Gum)
This natural gum acts as an emulsifier / stabiliser, produced from fermented corn sugar polysaccharide (polysaccharide meaning a chain of sugars).
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil:
(Cananga Odorata)
(Cananga Odorata)
Known for its stimulating effect on the skin, helping to correct the production of sebum in the body, & the aroma is known to have a soothing effect on the mind.
Yucca Extract:
(Yucca Schidigera)
(Yucca Schidigera)
A natural foaming extract containing saponins, helping to cleanse & soothe the skin.
