Prickly Pear Oil (Opucia ficus-indica)
Prickly Pear Oil is high in Omega 6 fatty acids which work on dry skin and help to hydrate and restore moisture. It works on the skin by helping to increase its ability to absorb oils and serum. The fatty acids
contained in the oil help to replenish collagen which is an important part of maintaining skin's elasticity. The main constituents of the prickly pear carrier oil are linoleic acid, oleic acid, naturally occurring carotenoids, Omega-6 fatty acids, vitamin C, and flavonoids.
Contains : Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, that help
reduce appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
Hemp Oil (Cannabis sativa)
Hemp oil is perfect for most skin types as it can moisturize without clogging pores. It can even help to balance out oily skin, hydrating it and regulating the skin’s oil production. One of the omega-6 fatty acids that hemp oil contains is gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory while simultaneously encouraging skin growth and new cell
generation.
In addition to moisturizing and soothing the skin, hemp oil has anti-aging properties. Hemp oil can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles as well as prevent signs of aging from developing.
It is especially known for having high levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as Gamma-Linolenic Acid (Omega-6) and Alpha-Linolenic Acid (Omega-3) that are optimally balanced, giving rise to exceptional moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. In addition to its beautifying and anti-aging uses, Hemp Oil has also built a reputation for being helpful in a variety of common skin ailments, such as dry skin, acne, eczema, psoriasis, scars, and too much oil production.
Argan Oil (Argania spinosa)
Argan Oil enhances the appearance and texture of skin and hair with its rich fatty acid and antioxidant content, easily hydrating, conditioning, and softening both without leaving a greasy residue. When applied to the skin, Argan Oil leaves it looking firmer, smoother, and softer by enhancing elasticity and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
On acne-prone skin, Argan Oil soothes inflammation and irritation while reducing the appearance of scarring and balancing skin’s natural moisture and oil production. Argan Oil is effective for diminishing blemishes such as stretch marks, as it promotes the growth of new skin while boosting its suppleness.
Marjoram Oil (Thymus mastichina)
Marjoram Oil is well known for its ability to balance hormones, and as a result, improve overall skin health. Marjoram oil serves to calm skin and prevent hormone-related breakouts by regulating body’s production of sebum. Marjoram Oil is an effective relaxant, and it helps with insomnia by easing nervousness, tension, and anxiety – all of which hinder the ability to sleep peacefully. Marjoram Oil is high in anti-oxidants which eradicate free radicals responsible for the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
German Chamomile Oil (Matricaria recutica)
The antioxidants in chamomile, specifically the plant flavonoids, make it an excellent option for improving the texture as well as the tone of the skin while reducing the appearance of aging. Since it is so gentle, German Chamomile oil is ideal for sensitive skin. It also helps to soothe and soften the skin. German Chamomile oil may work as a powerful anti-inflammatory for use in topical applications. German Chamomile oil is valued for its cleansing and moisturizing properties. German Chamomile oil can help ease the blemishes and dark circles to help achieve that refreshing look.
Bergamot Oil (Citrus bergamia)
Bergamot Oil is known to help reduce anxiety and stress and thereby alleviate symptoms of depression. The oil’s α-Pinene and Limonene constituents make it uplifting, refreshing, and stimulating. The relaxing,
soothing aroma of Bergamot Essential Oil is sedative and can assist with sleep disorders like insomnia by putting the user into a restful state. As a cicatrizant, Bergamot Oil can balance skin’s oil production and reduce the appearance of unwanted marks and scars by evening out the skin tone.
Ylang Ylang Oil (Cananga odorata)
Ylang Ylang Oil is known to soothe feelings of stress, anxiety, sadness, tension, and sleeplessness. Its
pleasant floral scent, which has been described as both delicate and powerful, makes it an ideal ingredient for use in our Night Serum. Ylang Ylang Oil is reputed to have anti-depressant properties that not only address negative feelings, including nervousness, shock, and fatigue, it also promotes positive feelings of cheerfulness and optimism, thus uplifting the mood. Its aphrodisiac quality is known to boost libido to enhance sensuality between a couple by addressing the mental and emotional factors that sometimes hinder a romantic
mood. Ylang Ylang Oil is best known for balancing and regulating oil production in the skin and hair to prevent excessive dryness and oiliness. It soothes inflammation and irritation on the body and the scalp while strengthening skin and hair.
By calming the mind and body, it promotes the faster onset of sleep and arouses sensuality.
Lavender Oil (Lavandula angustifolia)
This mild sedative is reputed to reduce stress by relaxing the brain waves, which is also said to reduce cortisol levels that contribute to the stress hormone. As cortisol leads to lower immunity, Lavender would accordingly support the immune system by helping relieve feelings of stress that can weaken health. Lavender is believed to help balance hormones, to reduce feelings of nervous tension.
Due to its calming and relaxing properties, it can work as a sleep aid for those suffering from insomnia.
Lavender oil moisturizes chapped and aging skin. Its anti-septic and anti-fungal properties may help to reduce itching and swelling caused by insect bites.
Its potential to restore skin complexion is also demonstrated with use on aging and acne-prone skin on which it slows the look of aging with its powerful anti-oxidant action and improves the look and feel of skin that is subject to eczema and psoriasis.