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Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA)
AHAs can be derived from the natural acids in foods like milk, sugar cane, and fruit. They’re generally considered the safer exfoliant option for sensitive skin types
Occlusive Ingredients
Incorporating occlusive ingredients can help you achieve plump, hydrated, and radiant skin. An occlusive ingredient, such as a balm, can also help to make your products more effective. Occlusives form a barrier that increases moisture retention and helps to hold active ingredients on the skin.
Rose
Rose is widely used because of its calming and healing abilities. Professionally, rose is an excellent ingredient to incorporate into a healing regime because all skin types can benefit. Rose water gives an instant plump, hydrated effect, and rosehip seed is nourishing and vitamin packed to support healing.
Samphire, The Plant-Based Alternative to Retinol
Samphire is derived from Crithmum maritimum, also known as Sea Fennel. It is a type of coastal plant found throughout Europe and Northern Africa. It is used in both beauty and food in many different cultures. Samphire is a traditionally used plant with a wide range of medicinal uses in Mediterranean folk medicine. It was used as a diuretic, digestive aid, and specialty food in Spain and Southern Italy.
Hemp for Healing Skin
We have all heard of Cannabis and are aware of its health benefits, but did you know that it can fight inflammatory skin conditions? It is also the skin-safe fiber used in our favorite sustainable cotton-round alternative!