Body Butter Ingredients - Fresh & Citrus
Check out the ingredients we use in our Body Butter, along with their benefits, certifications, processing and origin. While this informative page will provide insight into the ingredients we use, as always please also do your own research!
As we get older, free radical activity increases. What are these free radicals? Well, they can typically come from UV rays, industrial chemicals, and environmental pollution. These free radicals cause oxidative stress on the body, which in turn can lead to premature aging of our skin. However, there is hope! Antioxidants found in various oils can help to neutralize these free radicals, which can alleviate some of the oxidative stress on the body. You'll also notice that almost all of our ingredients are unrefined/‘virgin’ and cold-pressed, as this allows the oils to retain the highest level of beneficial phytoactive compounds and be processed without any solvents or chemicals.
Now let's check out these ingredients. Click each one below to learn more:
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Shea Butter
Benefits:
- May help to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, stretch marks, and scarring by boosting collagen production and promoting new cell generation
- Rich in fatty acids that may help prevent acne by clearing your skin of excess oil (sebum)
- Antioxidant due to significant level of Vitamins A and Vitamin E
- Can help restore and lock in moisture, thereby reducing dryness of the skin
Certifications: Organic, COSMOS, Vegan, Kosher, Fair Trade
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Unprocessed, Unrefined
Origin: Ghana
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Pomegranate Oil
Benefits:
- Rich in antioxidants (Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K) and contain a high amount of Polyphenols which are chemical compounds naturally occurring in plants. These compounds can help to neutralize free radicals from the environment before they are able to cause DNA damage in skin cells and have the ability to absorb ultraviolet light, thereby helping to protect the skin from damaging UV rays
- May support cell regeneration by helping with the repair of skin and reducing and preventing wrinkles in the epidermis
- Superior moisturizing ability, which can help nourish and soften the skin
Certifications: Organic, Vegan, Kosher
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Cold-Pressed from Seeds, Unrefined
Origin: Israel
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Squalane (Olive)
Benefits:
- Can help to smooth and soften skin
- Similar to the skin’s natural oil (sebum) so the likelihood of this oil causing breakouts is low
- Penetrates the skin easily which allows all of our other fabulous ingredients to get absorbed quicker
- Antibacterial properties
- Can help calm irritation and redness
Certifications: Vegan, Kosher
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Origin: Spain
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Marula Oil
Benefits:
- Linoleic acid: Aids with the cleansing of the pores, which can help reduce acne
- Oleic Acid: Can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles over time
- Vitamin E: Is an antioxidant that helps to neutralize the activity of the free radicals
Certifications: Organic, COSMOS, Vegan, Kosher
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Cold-Pressed from Seeds, Refined (Filtered Only)
Origin: South Africa
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Jojoba Oil
Benefits:
- Humectant (helps to keep your skin hydrated)
- Antioxidant (natural forms of Vitamin E, may help your body produce collagen, which may help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles)
- Helps control sebum production (due to the similarity of our body's natural sebum)
- Anti-inflammatory and healing properties (may help relieve dryness, flaking, itching, and related symptoms)
Certifications: Organic, COSMOS, Vegan, Kosher,
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Cold-Pressed from Seeds, Unrefined
Origin: Israel
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Argan Oil
Benefits:
- Antioxidants that can help to protect the skin against free radical damage caused by the sun, which can prevent burns and hyperpigmentation
- High amount of Vitamin E and Vitamin A which can help improve water retention in the skin and act as a moisturizer
- Anti-sebum effects which can help regulate the amounts of sebum on the skin (which can help treat acne and reduce oiliness of the skin)
Certifications: Organic, COSMOS, Vegan, Kosher,
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Cold-Pressed from Seeds, Unrefined
Origin: Morocco
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Vitamin E
Benefits:
- Antioxidants that can help fight air-bound free radicals and protect the skin against sun damage, heal the skin and encourage the growth of new skin cells (which helps fight wrinkles!)
- Can help increase the production of collagen, which helps maintain the elasticity of the skin
- Moisturizer that can help to prevent or treat dry, flaking skin
Certifications: Vegan, Kosher
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Molecular Distillation
Origin: China
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Sweet Orange
Benefits:
- Acne fighter: antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties that can help to treat acne
- Can help to reduce the secretion of excess sebum and maintains your skin’s natural oil balance
- Rich source of Vitamin C and methoxylated bioflavonoids, which can help to treat scars, blemishes, dark spots, tighten the skin, promote blood circulation, and address cell imbalances that lead to cellulite
- Anti-aging: abundance of antioxidant compounds which can prevent and reduce signs of aging by fighting off free radicals and boosting collagen production
Certifications: Organic, Vegan, Kosher
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Cold Pressed
Origin: Mexico
CAUTIONS: This essential oil may contain phototoxic properties and it is suggested to avoid exposure to the sun after application to the skin
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Grapefruit
Benefits:
- Can help to soothe acne; the vitamins keep the skin nourished while the antibacterial properties are helpful for fighting off bacteria that cause pimples
- Bromelain, a beneficial enzyme found in grapefruit essential oil, is abundant and can help to break down and dissolve harmful unsaturated fat collected between the muscles and the skin. Can also help improve the flow of toxins and reduce them which in turn, helps get rid of cellulite
- Can help purify the pores and clear your skin which helps with blocked pores, blackheads, and whiteheads
Certifications: Organic, Vegan, Kosher
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Cold Pressed
Origin: USA
CAUTIONS: This essential oil may contain phototoxic properties and it is suggested to avoid exposure to the sun after application to the skin
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Bergamot
Benefits:
- Antioxidants that can help reduce free radicals and keep the skin looking revitalized and vibrant
- Can soothe skin complexion which can help with reducing the appearance of any scars, acne, pigmentation, or blemishes
- Can help to unclog pores and balance sebum levels, so it is good for Oily skin types
Certifications: Organic, Vegan, Kosher
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Cold Pressed
Origin: Italy
CAUTIONS: This essential oil may contain phototoxic properties and it is suggested to avoid exposure to the sun after application to the skin
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Peppermint
Benefits:
- Contains menthol, which has anti-inflammatory properties. It may help reduce redness, irritation, and swelling when applied topically
- Astringent properties might help balance excess oil production, making it potentially beneficial for oily or combination skin
- Helps to cleanse and refresh the skin, leaving it feeling revitalized
Certifications: Organic, Vegan, Kosher
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Steam Distillation
Origin: India
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Tea Tree
Benefits:
- Can help to reduce the inflammation due to acne
- Soothing element for dry and irritated skin. It can help moisturize your skin and reduce flakiness
- Can help to maintain the oil balance of your skin and remove the surface oil without drying out your skin
Certifications: Organic, Vegan, Kosher
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Steam Distillation
Origin: Australia
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Lemon
Benefits:
- Rich in antioxidants, including vitamin C, which can help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Antioxidants are important for maintaining healthy and youthful-looking skin
- Natural astringent properties of lemon oil might help tighten and tone the skin, contributing to a more radiant and youthful appearance
- Natural acidity can help exfoliate and brighten the skin over time, promoting a more even skin tone
Certifications: Organic, Vegan, Kosher
Other: Gluten-Free, GMO-Free, 100% Pure & Natural
Processing: Cold Pressed
Origin: Italy
CAUTIONS: This essential oil may contain phototoxic properties and it is suggested to avoid exposure to the sun after application to the skin