Shea Butter (Butyrospermum parkii)
Short Description
Rich and velvety, shea butter is a deeply nourishing butter treasured for centuries in African skincare traditions. Its creamy texture softens, soothes, and protects skin.
Properties
• Highly moisturizing and emollient
• Rich in vitamins A + E
• Restores skin barrier + locks in hydration
• Anti-inflammatory, calming for sensitive skin
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Kokum Butter (Garcinia indica)
Short Description
A rare butter with a firm, non-greasy texture, kokum butter melts into skin with restorative power. Known for its ability to heal cracks and replenish elasticity.
Properties
• Lightweight but deeply nourishing
• Promotes skin regeneration
• Non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores)
• Excellent for cracked heels, lips, and hands
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Cocoa Butter (Theobroma cacao)
Short Description
Sweetly aromatic, cocoa butter is the butter of love. Beloved for its chocolatey scent and ability to keep skin supple and radiant.
Properties
• Prevents transepidermal water loss
• High in antioxidants + fatty acids
• Supports skin elasticity
• Protective and conditioning
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Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera)
Short Description
Versatile and time-honored, coconut oil is a universal staple. Lightweight yet rich, it nourishes skin, hair, and body.
Properties
• Moisturizing and conditioning
• Antimicrobial and antifungal properties
• Softens and smooths skin
• Strengthens and protects hair
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MCT Oil (Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride)
Short Description
Derived from coconut, MCT oil is a silky, fast-absorbing oil that delivers lightweight moisture without greasiness.
Properties
• Non-greasy emollient
• Stable, with a long shelf life
• Enhances spreadability in blends
• Gentle on sensitive skin
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Olive Oil (Olea europaea)
Short Description
An ancient elixir, olive oil has graced rituals of beauty and nourishment for millennia. Its golden richness protects and replenishes.
Properties
• Deeply moisturizing and protective
• High in antioxidants (polyphenols + vitamin E)
• Supports skin barrier health
• Anti-inflammatory and soothing
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Avocado Oil (Persea gratissima)
Short Description
Creamy and nutrient-dense, avocado oil sinks deep into skin, delivering a wealth of vitamins and fatty acids.
Properties
• High in vitamins A, D, and E
• Intensely nourishing and regenerative
• Excellent for dry and mature skin
• Boosts collagen production
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Castor Oil (Ricinus communis)
Short Description
Thick and glossy, castor oil is a time-honored remedy for growth and repair, especially for hair, brows, and lashes.
Properties
• Promotes hair and lash growth
• Highly emollient and protective
• Anti-inflammatory and soothing
• Aids in wound and scar healing
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Apricot Oil (Prunus armeniaca)
Short Description
Light and delicate, apricot oil is a gentle moisturizer, perfect for sensitive skin and daily use.
Properties
• Rich in oleic + linoleic acids
• Non-greasy and fast absorbing
• Soothes irritation
• Softens and smooths skin
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Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus annuus)
Short Description
Golden and bright, sunflower oil is lightweight and protective, offering nourishment without heaviness.
Properties
• High in vitamin E
• Restores skin barrier function
• Non-comedogenic and fast-absorbing
• Anti-inflammatory + soothing
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Meadowfoam Seed Oil (Limnanthes alba)
Short Description
A rare and luxurious oil, meadowfoam seed is incredibly stable and locks in moisture like no other.
Properties
• Extremely stable (prevents rancidity)
• Moisture-locking barrier support
• Silky and conditioning
• Enhances shelf life of blends
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Argan Oil (Argania spinosa)
Short Description
Called “liquid gold,” argan oil is prized for its skin + hair benefits, rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin E.
Properties
• Deeply moisturizing and conditioning
• Improves skin elasticity
• Nourishes hair + scalp
• Antioxidant + anti-aging
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Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia chinensis)
Short Description
Technically a liquid wax, jojoba closely mimics skin’s natural sebum, making it one of the most balancing oils.
Properties
• Balances oil production
• Lightweight, non-greasy
• Moisturizes + protects
• Excellent for acne-prone skin