Botanicals Flashcards
Rich in mucilaginous polysacchrides, including acemannan (one of the active metabolites of Aloe); very soothing
Aloe (Aloe Barbadensis)
Promotes the biological moisturization of the skin through a unique mechanism of water distribution; long lasting effects
Aqua Bio (Anadenanthera Colubrina Bark Extract)
This extract is known to contain free radical scavengers that protect against damage.
Aromatic Green Tea Extract
Known to encourage relaxation and lesson tension.
Aromatic Sandalwood Vanilla Blend
(Lespedeza Capitata Leaf/StemExtract) - extracted from Lespendeza capitata, B-Circadin contains key active compounds known to enhance circadian rhythm re-synchronization, which is affected by various stressors, such as blue light exposure.
B-Circadin
A natural botanical exfoliating agent gently polishes away dead skin to reveal a fresher, more radiant complexion. Helps increase skin smoothness, boosts skin tone, and enhances the application of make up, sunless tanners, and skin treatment products.
Bamboo Charcoal Powder
Contains a complex polysaccharide known for its excellent hydration abilities
Blue Malva Flower
(Malva sylvestris)
Contains anthocyanins, a known powerful antioxidant.
Blueberry (Vaccinium)
Contains Ruscogenins which are known to reduce the appearance of surface blood cells.
Butchersbroom
(Ruscus Aceleuatus)
Known to have emollient, soothing anti-itching properties.
Calendula (Calendula officinalis)
Rich in tocotrienols and tocopherols and antioxidants Omega 3, 6, & 9 EFA, Vitamin A.
Cranberry Seed Oil
(Vaccinium Macrocarpon)
Green tea extract is known to contain radical scavengers that protect against damage.
Green Tea Powder
(Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caffeine)
Ask as an excellent antioxidant, is Rich in polysaccharides, and helps maintain skin tone
Hibiscus
(Hibiscus Sabdariffa)
Contains aescin which has been to have anti-inflammatory effects.
Horse Chestnut
(Aesculus hippocastanum)
Improves the look of the skins texture, and can bind large quantities of water to hydrate and soften dry skin.
Irish Moss
(Chondrus Crispus)