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Description of Ingredients - Below are the ingredients used in making our products.  If you have a special desire for a product made with ingredients suited to your needs, please let us know.  We will be happy to work with you on creating that one-of-a-kind special product. We have made many specials orders in the past and will be more than happy to make one just for you.

African Red Palm Oil-  is the oil from native, organically grown Dura oil palm fruit (Elais guineensis) from Togo, West Africa.  * Red palm oil is palm oil that is traditionally made and maintains the natural nutrients of  beta carotenes (precursors to Vitamin A) and the antioxidant tocotrienols (Vitamin E).  So nourishing to the skin!

Aloe Vera - The mucilaginous juice or gel obtained from the leaves of this plant, widely used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical preparations for its soothing and healing properties.  * Known to help reduce external scarring, relieve sunburn pains, scratches and cuts.   It is an aid to growing new tissue and alleviating the advance of skin cancer caused by the sun. It is a treatment for ringworm, boils, inflamed joints, scalds, itchy allergic conditions, insect stings and bites. It creates a softening of external skin, relief from dry or sensitive skin and skin diseases. * We use our own home grown Aloe Vera that contains no preservatives or dyes - strictly organic.

Almond Oil - Pale yellow fatty oil expressed from sweet or bitter almonds.  * A  very good massage oil and is beneficial  for dry skin and helps relieve itching, soreness and dryness. It is reported to be soothing, healing, lubricating, softening, revitalizing and nourishing.  Good for sensitive or irritated skin.  

Apricot Seeds - Seeds retained from the fruit of the Apricot.  Great for exfoliation.

Avocado Oil - Penetrates the skin more deeply than other plant oils and is therefore an ideal base for transdermal treatments and a natural carrier for added supplements to reach the deepest target areas. This oil is pressed from the fruit itself. Avocado is high in antioxidants that give it a longer shelf life than would be expected. It contains fatty acids, vitamins and lecithin. Avocado oil readily penetrates into the upper layers of the skin. It is used to treat eczema and solar keratosis. It is very nice for dry and weathered skin.

Baking Soda - Also known as bicarbonate of soda, baking soda is used as a leavener in baked goods. When combined with an acid ingredient such as Citric Acid (used in our bath bombs) the baking soda produces carbon dioxide gas bubbles, thereby causing a fizzing reaction to occur.

Bentonite Clay -Contains more than 70 trace minerals, but its unique healing ability comes from the clay's negative charge. (Gelatin also used in fining has a positive charge). The negative charge of bentonite is responsible for its amazing detoxifying properties: as a magnet for the toxic elements in our body - heavy metals, pesticides, and free radicals - which are positively charged efficiently absorbent and drawn into the porous surface of the clay.  When mixed with water, bentonite 'swells up' (this is imperceptible to the naked eye) and becomes very porous. The electrical and molecular components change and produce an electrical charge. This enables it to absorb toxins from the pores. Toxins are drawn into the clay through electrical attraction and then bound to the clay molecules to be washed away.

Beeswax - Wax produced by bees that has been processed for use in items as a hardening agent.

Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) - Potent antioxidant.  It is used to help reduce the rate of rancidity in oils at the optimum level of antioxidant ranges.

Calendula Flowers - A Mediterranean annual plant (Calendula officinalis) in the composite family, widely cultivated for its showy, yellow or orange, rayed flower heads that were formerly used in medicine.  Calendula Flowers have a long history as skin softeners.  They are very soothing to sensitive and dry skins and are excellent additions to facial soap. 

Castor Oil - is a vegetable oil  obtained from the castor bean.  * Castor oil is very soothing and lubricating to the skin because it is rich in fatty acids.  It acts as a humectant attracting moisture to the skin.

Chamomile Flowers - antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of chamomile make it a widely used external treatment for acne, arthritis, burns, ulcerated areas of skin, and even diaper rash.  Can also be used to combat inflammation, stimulate the regeneration of cell tissue, and promote the healing of refractory wounds and skin ulcers.

Chamomile Essential Oil - Oil derived from an aromatic perennial herb (Chamaemelum nobile) in the composite family, native to Europe and the Mediterranean region, having feathery foliage and flower heads with white rays and yellow centers. * Chamomile  is extremely effective on the skin, not only to sooth and calm, but to heal and for tissue regeneration.  It can be used to calm acne, eczema, rashes, wounds, dermatitis, dry and itchy skin and other allergic conditions. 

Citric Acid - Citric Acid is derived from citrus and used primarily to adjust the pH of products to prevent them from being too alkaline or acid-alkali balance. It is also an all-natural mild preservative and sequestering agent. It is used in shampoos, conditioners, shower gels and in bath bombs, mixed with sodium bicarbonate makes the water fizz.

Clove -  Spice from dried unopened flower bud of the clove tree; used whole or ground * Clove oil can be used for acne, bruises, burns and cuts, keeping infection at bay and as a pain reliever.

Cocoa Butter - A yellow-white fat from cocoa beans. * Rich in nutrients essential for skin repair, this is a very rich & intensive cream which will rehydrate and  feed dry, hungry skin.

Cocamide DEA - (derived from Coconuts)

Cocoamidopropyl Betaine - (derived from Coconuts)

Coconut Oil - Oil derived from coconuts.  * Enhances soaps hardness and produces creamy lather, but has a tendency to dry the skin.  Wherever the coconut palm grows the people have learned of its importance as a effective medicine.  In traditional medicine around the world coconut is used to treat a wide variety of health problems. On the skin, coconut oil can kills fungi and yeasts that cause candidiasis, ringworm, athlete's foot, thrush, diaper rash, and other infections.  It can reduces inflammation and supports tissue healing and repair. 

Coconut Milk Powder - Powder derived from the dried milk of coconuts.

Collagen -  is the principle constituent of connective tissue.  It retains large amounts of water, improves skin elasticity and has excellent film forming properties.  Also helps to alleviate dry flaky skin.

Collagen Amino Acids -  highly substantive.  The ability of collagen amino acids to penetrate into the hair cuticle or upper layers of the skin is thought to lead to greater moisture uptake.

Colorants - Pigments used to color soap.  * We try to use all natural ingredients to color our soaps, but in some soaps we use micas, ultramarines or oxides.  These colorants are the names of a groups of naturally occurring Earth's minerals which are mined from around the world, purified, and crushed into fine powders.  All of our colorants are FDA approved for safety.

Corn Starch - produced through the milling of corn to extract the starch, which is then processed and dried to a fine powder. For cosmetics, the most well known use of corn starch is in powders as a natural, more healthy alternative to talc.

Essential Oils - high-quality oils distilled from the leaves, flowers, barks, berries, and roots of various herbs and shrubs.  Mostly used for therapeutic and medicinal qualities. 

Eucalyptus Leaves -  is a diverse genus of trees, the members of which dominate the tree flora of Australia.  * Rubbed on the skin, eucalyptus has been known to stimulates blood flow and generates a feeling of warmth which may help relieve minor muscle soreness.

European Sea Salts - European Sea Salts are solar evaporated and harvested from the pristine waters of the Mediterranean Sea in Southern France.  They are evaporated to a sparkling white by the sun and ocean air. European Spas are famous for their in-depth knowledge of natural healing and therapy. European Sea Salts are some of the purest salts in the world.

Evening Primrose Oil - contains a high concentration of a fatty acid called GLA and it is this fatty acid that is largely responsible for the remarkable healing properties of the plant. In fact, Evening Primrose contains one of the highest concentrations known of this important substance and only a few other plants contain it at all. This makes Evening Primrose an important medicinal herb, and as studies continue, the list of benefits will likely become much longer. The gamma-linoleic acid, linoleic acid and other nutrients in this oil are essential for cell structure and improve the elasticity of the skin. Treatment of acne and rosacea: By working to dilute sebum, a thick oily substance that is oversecreted in some people with acne, the essential fatty acids in evening primrose oil may reduce the risk of pores becoming clogged and lesions developing. The oil's EFAs help treat rosacea by reducing inflammation, controlling cells' use of nutrients and by producing prostaglandins, which stimulate the contraction of blood vessels.

Fragrance Oils - blends of oil with natural/synthetic or just synthetic.

Frankincense - an aromatic gum resin obtained from various Arabian or East African trees; formerly valued for worship.  * This essential oil has a wonderfully calming effect on the mind and helps to create inner peace, while helping to sooth the respiratory and urinary tract and relieve pain associated with rheumatism and muscular aches, while having a rejuvenating, balancing and healing action on the skin.

Goat Milk -  Goat's milk has twice the Vitamin A and 50% more Vitamin B than cow's milk, as well as more calcium and protein.  Even more importantly, it has a unusual molecular structure that allows for easy absorption, which makes it an ideal skin care ingredient.  Higher absorption means more effective moisturizing! As goats milk has wonderful restorative and moisturizing properties for your skin, it is also mild enough for sensitive or troubled skin and gentle enough for a baby. Whether your skin is oily or dry the goats milk can help to bring your skin to a healthy balance.

Golden Jojoba Oil - Jojoba Oil is a cold pressed ester from the seeds of the desert shrub Simmondsia Chinensis. It is often found growing wild in the southwestern United States and arid areas throughout the world. The resultant "oil" is a beautiful natural golden color. Jojoba Oil is actually not an oil, but an array of wax esters. Jojoba oil has very good effects on the skin, acting as a moisturizer and emollient agent to improve skin elasticity and suppleness.

Glycerin - a wonderfully emollient sweet, thick liquid found in various oils and fats and can be used to moisturize and protect the skin.  * Glycerin is a humectant, meaning it attracts moisture to your skin.

Glycerin M/P (Melt & Pour Kind) - Our Melt & Pour Glycerin Soap base is ALL VEGETABLE OIL and contains no alcohol or harmful products to dry your skin! Contains glycerin (as described above), a natural emollient, draws moisture out of the air to benefit skin health. It cleanses without stripping or upsetting the delicate natural pH balance necessary for soft, healthy skin. And, since we use no heavy animal oils, our soap rinses clean and leaves no soapy film behind. All our soap bases are produced from the highest quality double distilled and deodorized clear coconut oil, forming luxurious lather and sparkling clarity.  All of our M/P soap bases contain: Purified Water , Glycerin, Sodium Stearate, Sorbitol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES), Stearic Acid, Lauric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Titanium Dioxide. 

Grape Seed Oil - high in vitamin E, C, D and Beta-carotene. Grape seed oil also contains linoleic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid and palmit oleic acid. These essential fatty acids help repair damaged skin, wrinkles around the eyes, stretch marks, varicose veins and spider veins by penetrating the skin with their moisturizing properties. It has emollient properties that impart a rich, silky luster to skin while soothing skin irritation. Contains prime ingredient for damaged and stressed tissues, possessing regenerative and restructuring qualities which allow a better control of skin moisturization. It can help skin retain the normal structure of epithelium cells and nerve cells via supporting the cell membranes. 

Green Tea - (Camellia sinensis) contains several phytochemicals, especially polyphenols (catechins), that have been shown to be highly effective protectors against skin cancer, as well as providing other beneficial effects. * It is a natural astringent and antibacterial agent that can help to detoxify and purify the skin at the same time that it helps to ward off the ravages of sun-related skin aging.

Hawaiian Kai Black Lava Salt - This Hawaiian sea salt is harvested from salt farms on the tiny island of Molokai.  100% Natural Organic Sea Salt known to be rich in trace minerals and contains activated charcoal known for its detoxifying effects.

Hawaiian Red Alaea Sea Salt - This Hawaiian Sea Salt is a natural salt that is rich with minerals from the sea and volcanic red Alaea clay of the earth.  These salts are believed to be sacred salts that cleanse and draw out toxins.  According to ancient island ways, Hawaiians often used these naturally red sea salts in healing rituals to cleanse, bless, and release.  Cleansing with these salts was believed to draw out toxins from tired, exhausted muscles.

Hops Herb - flowers of Humulus lupulus, a flowering vine native to North America, Asia, and Europe. Hops have been used for centuries for their sedative qualities to help promote positive support for sleep difficulty, occasional anxious feelings, restlessness, nervousness and tension.

Israeli Dead Sea Salts - Harvested from the Southern Dead Sea, our Premium Therapy Grade Dead Sea Salts are imported directly from Israel.  These salts are 100% natural and contain the highest natural mineral content available on the market today!  Our Dead Sea Salts have not been bleached, mineral depleted, or refined in any way.  CLICK HERE to read much more!

Jasmine Petals - In Chinese medicine Jasmine flowers are known to "cool" the blood and have a strong antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-tumor properties. Because they cool the blood they help with reducing a fever or cooling an overheated person (from the sun).  Jasmine has astringent properties which aids in treating inflamed skin and is used in aromatherapy to calm the emotions, and as an aphrodisiac. It is a valuable remedy in cases of depression because is produces a feeling of confidence, optimism and euphoria.  It revitalizes and restores the balance of energy.

Jojoba Oil - Pronounced ho-ho-ba - serves as an excellent moisturizing agent with exceptional spread and lubrication properties and leaves a rich velvety non-oily feel on the skin while retarding water loss and enhancing the flexibility and suppleness of the skin. Good for eczema & psoriasis.

Lactic Acid - Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that exfoliates cells on the surface of skin by breaking down the material that holds skin cells together.  It is also used to to hydrate and smooth dry, flaking skin.  Alpha hydroxy acids are derived from fruit and milk sugars and have a special ability to penetrate the skin.  Alpha hydroxy acids work mainly as an exfoliant. They cause the cells of the epidermis (skin) to become "unglued" allowing the dead skin cells to slough off, making room for regrowth of new skin. Alpha hydroxy acids may even stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. Alpha hydroxy acids are reported to improve wrinkling, roughness, and mottled pigmentation of photo damaged skin after months of daily application. Warning! Use of Lactic Acids can make people  more susceptible to the damaging effects of the sun.  Therefore, the United States Food & Drug Administration recommends the use of sun protection when using skincare products containing salicylic acid on sun-exposed skin areas.

Lanolin - an emollient with moisturizing properties and an emulsifier with high water absorbing capabilities; yellow substance from wool-bearing animals that acts as a skin ointment.  Also known to closely resembles the oil from human oil glands. * Lanolin will soothe, soften and protect the skin. A great addition for those times when skin becomes dry, chapped or cracked.

Lard - The white solid or semisolid rendered fat of swine. * Soaps made with lard are quite mild to the skin and reasonably hard to the touch. 

Lauric Acid - Saturated fatty acid found in Coconut Oil and other vegetable oils. *Mainly in Coconut Oil.

Lavender - any of various aromatic Old World plants of the genus Lavandula, having clusters of small purplish flowers that yield an oil used in perfumery.  * AROMATIC BENEFITS: relaxing, calming, refreshing, balancing, cooling and soothing.  PROPERTIES: antibacterial, antibiotic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, antiseptic, antiviral, antispasmodic, detoxifying, disinfectant, decongestant, normalizes blood pressure and sedative. Can also reduce redness.

Lemon Essential Oil - pressed from the rind of the fruit. It usually has a pale yellow color and smells just like a fresh lemon, only with more tang and richness.  Lemon oil has a fresh, uplifting scent. * Lemon oil is astringent and detoxifying and is therefore great for blemishes associated with oily skin. Lemon oil also has rejuvenating properties and will brighten dull skin. Eases hypertension, relieves herpes, promotes immune system health, alleviates cellulitis, targets obesity, edema, lymph nodes, treats acne, boils, oily skin, corns, warts, wrinkles, fever, inflamed and painful joints, gout, PMS, jet lag, mouth ulcers, asthma, throat and upper respiratory ailments, hair loss, poor circulation, nosebleeds, depression, dissipates confusion, aids concentration, and works as an anti-bactericidal.

Loofah Sponge - the dried fibrous part of the fruit of a plant of the genus Luffa; used as a washing sponge. 

Mango Butter - obtained from the fruit seed of the Mango Tree (Mangifera Indica) grown in the sub-tropics of India and other parts of the globe.  Mango Butter exhibits excellent moisturizing for lotions and good lubricity on skin. 

Monamate LA-100 is a highly active, powdered anionic surfactant. Its high foaming, non-irritating, soap-like feel, and talc-like after feel properties make it an excellent choice for person care items such as bubble baths, hand soaps, etc.

Mineral Oil -  Cosmetics-grade mineral oil is considered the safest, most nonirritating moisturizing ingredient ever found.

M/P Glycerin - Our Melt & Pour Glycerin Soap base is ALL VEGETABLE OIL and contains no alcohol or harmful products to dry your skin! Contains glycerin (as described above), a natural emollient, draws moisture out of the air to benefit skin health. It cleanses without stripping or upsetting the delicate natural pH balance necessary for soft, healthy skin. And, since we use no heavy animal oils, our soap rinses clean and leaves no soapy film behind. All our soap bases are produced from the highest quality double distilled and deodorized clear coconut oil, forming luxurious lather and sparkling clarity.  All of our M/P soap bases contain: Purified Water , Glycerin, Sodium Stearate, Sorbitol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES), Stearic Acid, Lauric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Titanium Dioxide. 

Myrrh - an aromatic gum resin obtained from several trees and shrubs of the genus Commiphora of India, Arabia, and eastern Africa that is burned as incense and used in perfume.  * Myrrh is ideal for opening up congestion and mucous clogging passages. The circulation is increased by stimulation of the capillary activity, and it promotes absorption of nutrients and increases the number of white blood cells.  Hailed for its anti-inflammatory and disinfectant properties, myrrh has historically been used for ailments as diverse as stomach pain, indigestion, poor circulation, wound healing, certain skin diseases and is a wonderful healer for dermatitis, eczema, bruises and difficult to heal wounds. . Soothes and softens skin, simulates skin cell regeneration, improves circulation, preservative. Antiseptic, reduces inflammation, helps heal blemishes and wounds.

Oatmeal - A very mild exfoliant.  Great for people with sensitive skin that need minor skin exfoliation.

Olive Oil - oil pressed from Olives.  * Olive oil has anti-aging and anti-wrinkling properties;   a good antioxidant and assuredly an excellent moisturizing ingredient.  Olive oil makes a creamy but very hard bar of soap, and is gentle enough for babies and those with sensitive skin.

Orange Peel - dried outer skin from an orange.  * Dried orange peel aids in cleansing and smoothening the skin, while its refreshing aroma rejuvenates and revitalizes your senses.

Palm Oil (red) AKA African Palm Oil-  is the oil from native, organically grown Dura oil palm fruit (Elais guineensis) from Togo, West Africa.  * Red palm oil is palm oil that is traditionally made and maintains the natural nutrients of  beta carotenes (precursors to Vitamin A) and the antioxidant tocotrienols (Vitamin E).  So nourishing to the skin!  Red Palm oil is very high in Vitamins A & E and is superior for skin nutrition and protection.  This oil is rich in Beta-Carotenes--15 times more than a carrot and 300 times more than tomatoes!

Palm Oil (white) -  expressed from certain types of palm trees, including the trunk and leaves, and the tree's large seeds. * Palm oil makes for a mild soap with a long-lasting lather and enhances the final hardness of the bar.  Like coconut oil, however, palm oil tends to be slightly drying to the skin. Palm oil is far superior to other vegetable oils and is universal and used in many expensive luxury soaps.

Patchouli - Patchouli oil is extracted from Pogostemon cablin (also known as Pogostemon patchouli) of the Labiatae family and is also known as patchouly and puchaput.  Although this essential oil may remind people of the hippie era, its value in skincare is incalculable. It is also great for fighting depression and anxiety. It has great diuretic properties and also helps break down cellulite, while stimulating the regeneration of skin cells, speeding up healing and preventing ugly scars forming when wounds heal.

Petrolatum Jelly -  helps the skin's outer layer recover from damage and generally heal the skin.  Cosmetics-grade petrolatum is considered the safest, most nonirritating moisturizing ingredient ever found.

Peppermint Herb - externally it is used to ease bronchial and upper respiratory tract infections, sinusitis, itching skin, burns, ringworm, neuralgia, rheumatism and to ward off insects.

Peppermint Essential Oil - extracted from Mentha piperita of the Labiatae family and is also known as brandy mint and balm mint.  It is used for dermatitis, acne, ringworm, scabies and pruritus and also relieves itching, sunburn and inflammation of the skin, while at the same time having a cooling action.  This cooling and refreshing essential oil is used in aromatherapy to stimulate the mind, increase mental agility and to increase focus, while cooling the skin, reducing redness and calming irritation and itchiness.  Peppermint oil is excellent for mental fatigue and depression, refreshing the spirit and stimulating mental agility and improving concentration.

Pine Tar - Antimicrobial and antifungal, Pine Tar can help slow the rapid proliferation of skin cells and restore the skin's appearance. In addition, tar can help reduce the inflammation, itching and scaling of psoriasis.

Propylene Glycol - Combination of glycerin and water, an organic humectant.

Propylparaben-  commonly used preservative in the world against bacteria.

Pumice Powder-  all natural small grain used for exfoliation of the skin. 

Red Alaea Sea Salt - This Hawaiian sea salt is harvested from salt farms on the tiny island of Molokai.  100% Natural Organic Sea Salt known to be rich in trace minerals. Small amounts of red Hawaiian clay ('Alaea) are imparted into the salt as it dries under the Hawaiian sun.

Rose Petals  - (Rosa centifolia) - The rose, also known as the Queen of Flowers, has been used for thousands of years.  It is suitable for all skin types, but it is especially valuable for dry, sensitive or aging skins - not to mention its very sensual scent that is most pleasing to just about anyone.

Rosemary (fresh, dried and essential oil) - an aromatic evergreen Mediterranean shrub ((Rosmarinus officinalis) having light blue or pink flowers and grayish-green leaves that are used in cooking and perfumery. * Rosemary oil has a pronounced action on the brain and the central nervous system and is wonderful for clearing the mind and mental awareness, while having excellent brain stimulant properties, as well as improving memory.  It helps with headaches, migraines, neuralgia, mental fatigue and nervous exhaustion and the antiseptic action of rosemary oil is especially suitable for intestinal infections and diarrhea, easing colitis, dyspepsia, flatulence, hepatic disorders and jaundice and relieving pain associated with rheumatism, arthritis, muscular pain and gout. It also helps for arteriosclerosis, palpitations, poor circulation and varicose veins.  Known for skin healing and scar treatment. Rosemary Verbenone is also a popular skin-care essential oil, known to enhance the skin's natural metabolism. Rosemary will improve the nutrient flow into skin cells, and speed the elimintation of metabolic wastes as well.

Sal Butter - (Shorea Robusta Seed Butter) is obtained from the seed of the Sal Tree (Shorea Robusta) grown in east central India. From this seed a firm but pliant “butter“ is rendered.  Due to its uniform Triglyceride composition, it exhibits high skin softening ability. 

Salicylic Acid - Also known as 2-hydroxybenzoic acid, one of several beta hydroxy acids, salicylic acid is a key ingredient in many skin-care products for the treatment of acne, psoriasis, calluses, corns, Keratosis Pilaris and warts. This bitter powder, extracted from Willow Bark, works by causing the cells of the epidermis (skin) to slough off more readily, preventing pores from clogging up and allowing room for new cell growth.  Warning! Use of Salicylic Acids can make people  more susceptible to the damaging effects of the sun.  Therefore, the United States Food & Drug Administration recommends the use of sun protection when using skincare products containing salicylic acid on sun-exposed skin areas.

Sandalwood (powder and essential oil) - a small tree that grows primarily in India. The essential oil contains high amounts of alpha- and beta-santalol. These small molecules possess antibacterial and sedative properties. * On the skin, sandalwood oil relieves itching and inflammation of the skin, and is most effective in relieving dehydrated skin - making it great for anti-ageing skincare - and the astringent action has a great toning effect and is also used with great results in oily skin conditions and to prevent the skin from forming ugly scars and for fighting dry eczema.

Saponified - To process by which soap is formed.  Occurs when fats and/or oils are combined with an alkali.

Sea Weed Kelp - is a seaweed or sea vegetable naturally found attached to ocean rocks along the coast.  * Seaweed is full of lipids, proteins, minerals and vitamins that are readily absorbed into the skin.  Upon absorption, Seaweed rebalances, nourishes, detoxifies, purifies, oxygenates and deeply moisturizes the skin’s texture and tone.  Seaweed is an excellent source of minerals, amino acids, as well as Vitamins A, C, B1, B12, D, E, K & P.   The use of Seaweed also stimulates and improves blood and lymph circulation.  Seaweed is also very similar to human plasma - making it ideal for cleansing, toning and soothing human skin while regenerating broken capillaries and the skin's tissue, to render a more youthful appearance.   It also makes a great exfoliant.

Shea Butter - Shea Butter is the oil from the nuts of Vitellaria paradoxa Gaertner (Sapotaceae), which is also known as Butyrospermum parkii.  * Shea Butter contains a high percentage of unsaponifiables, which account for its superior moisturizing and healing properties. All of our Shea Butter is directly imported from Africa and is some of the best skin butter you can find on the market today.

Sodium Bicarbonate - Baking Soda

Sodium Chloride - Common Table Salt

Sodium Laureth Sulfate - (derived from Coconuts)

Sodium Stearate - Sodium stearate is a chemical, made by reacting sodium with stearic acid to create the salt, sodium stearate. It is the major component of soap. It has the chemical formula C17H35COONa or CH3(CH2)16COONa.

Sorbitol - Sugar Alcohol

Sorbitan Oleate - Derived from a vegetable source. It is an oil-in-water emulsifier.

Soy Milk - Soy contains essential fatty acids. Another heart-healthy feature of soy is the type of oil the soybean contains. Soy oil is over 80 percent unsaturated fatty acids, and soybean oil contains the heart-healthy essential omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. Soy contains cancer-fighting phytos. The phytonutrient most prominent in soy products is genestein, which has been shown to have anti-cancer properties. Soy also contains phytoestrogen, which has been shown to reduce the risk and spread of prostate cancer. The phytonutrient isoflavones are like phytoestrogens that may reduce the risk of breast cancer. Very recent studies suggest that the soy isoflavone genistein may provide protection against skin aging caused by sun exposure.

Soybean Oil - An all natural, and organic Soybean oil high in natural source lecitihin, sterolins, and vitamin E for epidermal healing.  Soybean oil is easily absorbed and leaves a smooth sensation to the skin.  People with dry skin may find that taking organic soybean oil daily improves elasticity and softness, making them look younger.

Stearic Acid - Tallow or beef fat

Sunflower Oil - Sunflower seeds are expressed to produce this light oil which is high in linoleic acid, Vitamins A, B complex, D, and E, as well as calcium, zinc, potassium, iron, and phosphorus. * Externally, it is used for bruises, dermatitis, and ulcers.  Also very nourishing and moisturizing.

Sweet Almond Oil - A light nourishing oil with excellent penetrating properties. Beneficial for all skin types, very good for dry, sensitive skin. Relieves itching, dryness, inflammation.

Sweet Orange Essential Oil - Essential oil expressed from rip oranges. Orange essential oil efficiently tackles the problem of colds and flu. It detoxifies the body and boosts the lymphatic system. At the same time, it also takes care of the collagen formation in the skin. It is known to possess antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, sedative, antiseptic therapeutic properties and can help diminish wrinkles.

Tallow - Pure fat that remains after fat has been rendered to remove impurities. * Soaps with tallow are mild to the skin and hard to the touch.  Soaps with tallow will have creamy bubbles.

Tea Tree Oil - Tea tree oil is extracted from Melaleuca alternifolia of the Myrtaceae family and is also known as ti-tree, ti-trol and melasol. Many antiseptics are harsh on delicate tissue or are hampered by the presence of pus and other organic matter. Tea tree oil is very effective in the presence of pus and it does not harm healthy tissue. Instead, it promotes the growth and repair of healthy tissue, which lessens the chance of scarring. It can also reduce itching and irritation.

Titanium Dioxide - A natural white powder mineral with the distinction of being a class one, full spectrum sunscreen. In cosmetic use it has the greatest concealing power of all white pigments.

Vegetable Oil -  produced from a blends of different oils of nuts, seeds, grains or beans.  MAY CONTAIN SOYBEAN OIL.  * Most vegetable oils contain vitamins, which are necessary for the skin (such as A, D and E).  They are good for the skin and can even stimulate it to function better and create circulation.  They soften the skin an make it pliable, helping it to retain its own moisture more effectively.

Vegetable Shortening -  produced from a blends of different oils of nuts, seeds, grains, beans or cottonseeds.  MAY CONTAIN SOYBEAN OIL.  * Most vegetable oils contain vitamins, which are necessary for the skin (such as A, D and E).  They are good for the skin and can even stimulate it to function better and create circulation.  They soften the skin an make it pliable, helping it to retain its own moisture more effectively.

Vitamin A - A fat soluble vitamin. Vitamin A (a.k.a. retinol, or preformed retinol) plays a varied role in the human body. This vitamin assists in keeping the immune system working properly, helps to ensure the healthy formation and maintenance of body tissue, particularly skin and hair, but also bone, is involved in the maintenance of tissue lining in the respiratory, gastrointestinal and urogenital tracts (i.e., lungs, intestine and urinary tracts), and of course, vitamin A is a requisite compound in the maintenance of vision, particularly low-light (night) vision.  A lack of vitamin A can cause skin to become dry and hardened. Used to increase collagen production, a wrinkle fighter and an exfoliant. Retinol is the technical name for Vitamin A. Research suggests that topical Vitamin A can help build collagen fibers and exfoliate the skin, thereby minimizing the appearance of fine lines.

Vitamin E -  first discovered to be anti-aging in that it reduced MDA (Malonyldialdehyde) in the skin.  Its ability to hydrate on the skin surface improves smoothness and softness, thus reducing facial fine lines and wrinkles. It helps to maintain healthy skin by eliminating harmful free radicals generated during cellular metabolism, with its antioxidant properties.

Wheat Germ Oil (Triticum vulgari) - the oil from the embryo of the wheat grain of the cereal species of the genus Triticum which has been cultivated for at least 10,000 years. The germ is extracted from the wheat as a source of vitamins and is a known source of pure Vitamin E. Wheat germ oil is emollient, anti-oxidant and rich in natural vitamin E. It also serves as a natural preservative. Vitamin E is known for its healing effects and is proven to help prevent scarring and speed healing.  A rich source of vitamin E that smoothes the skin and serves as an antioxidant, is a natural preservative, supports the skins natural process of regeneration; aids muscle and lymph function and is particularly valuable for treating dry, ageing skin, good for stretch marks and scar tissue, and for dry rough skin, leaves the skin very smooth while nourishing and helping heal the skin, moisturizes and softens, contains carotene and vegetable lecithin which nourish skin cells and prevent moisture loss.

Witch Hazel -  An extract of the leaves and bark of the Hamamelis virginnia plant used as an effective astringent. It can dry out spots, reduce oil on the skin, and soothe bruises and sprains.
 

Fragrance Oils (F.O.) and Essential Oils (E.O.)  Description of scents below:

Apple Jack and Orange F.O. - A zesty combination of fragrant green apple and zesty orange peel. Top notes of fresh peach, crisp green apple and juicy orange. Mid notes of soft lavender and classic rose. Subtle powder notes combined with cinnamon and clove at the base of the fragrance.

Pink Grapefruit F.O. - A wonderful sweet Citrusy Scent. 

Hawaiian Black Lava Sea Salt  - This Hawaiian sea salt is harvested from salt farms on the tiny island of Molokai.  100% Natural Organic Sea Salt known to be rich in trace minerals and contains activated charcoal known for its detoxifying effects.

Oils and Butters & Others as Additives   These items can be added, right before the soap is poured into the mold, for a more therapeutic luxurious bath bar.

Aloe Vera - The mucilaginous juice or gel obtained from the leaves of this plant, widely used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical preparations for its soothing and healing properties.  * Known to help reduce external scarring, relieve sunburn pains, scratches and cuts.   It is an aid to growing new tissue and alleviating the advance of skin cancer caused by the sun. It is a treatment for ringworm, boils, inflamed joints, scalds, itchy allergic conditions, insect stings and bites. It creates a softening of external skin, relief from dry or sensitive skin and skin diseases. * We use our own home grown Aloe Vera that contains no preservatives or dyes - strictly organic.

Avocado Oil - Penetrates the skin more deeply than other plant oils and is therefore an ideal base for transdermal treatments and a natural carrier for added supplements to reach the deepest target areas. This oil is pressed from the fruit itself. Avocado is high in antioxidants that give it a longer shelf life than would be expected. It contains fatty acids, vitamins and lecithin. Avocado oil readily penetrates into the upper layers of the skin. It is used to treat eczema and solar keratosis. It is very nice for dry and weathered skin.

Castor Oil -  is a vegetable oil  obtained from the castor bean.  * Castor oil is very soothing and lubricating to the skin because it is rich in fatty acids.  It acts as a humectant attracting moisture to the skin.

Cocoa Butter - A yellow-white fat from cocoa beans. * Rich in nutrients essential for skin repair, this is a very rich & intensive cream which will rehydrate and  feed dry, hungry skin.

Evening Primrose Oil -  contains a high concentration of a fatty acid called GLA and it is this fatty acid that is largely responsible for the remarkable healing properties of the plant. In fact, Evening Primrose contains one of the highest concentrations known of this important substance and only a few other plants contain it at all. This makes Evening Primrose an important medicinal herb, and as studies continue, the list of benefits will likely become much longer. The gamma-linoleic acid, linoleic acid and other nutrients in this oil are essential for cell structure and improve the elasticity of the skin. Treatment of acne and rosacea: By working to dilute sebum, a thick oily substance that is oversecreted in some people with acne, the essential fatty acids in evening primrose oil may reduce the risk of pores becoming clogged and lesions developing. The oil's EFAs help treat rosacea by reducing inflammation, controlling cells' use of nutrients and by producing prostaglandins, which stimulate the contraction of blood vessels.

Goat's Milk - Goat's milk has twice the Vitamin A and 50% more Vitamin B than cow's milk, as well as more calcium and protein.  Even more importantly, it has a unusual molecular structure that allows for easy absorption, which makes it an ideal skin care ingredient.  Higher absorption means more effective moisturizing! As goats milk has wonderful restorative and moisturizing properties for your skin, it is also mild enough for sensitive or troubled skin and gentle enough for a baby. Whether your skin is oily or dry the goats milk can help to bring your skin to a healthy balance.

Grape Seed Oil - high in vitamin E, C, D and Beta-carotene. Grape seed oil also contains linoleic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid and palmit oleic acid. These essential fatty acids help repair damaged skin, wrinkles around the eyes, stretch marks, varicose veins and spider veins by penetrating the skin with their moisturizing properties. It has emollient properties that impart a rich, silky luster to skin while soothing skin irritation. Contains prime ingredient for damaged and stressed tissues, possessing regenerative and restructuring qualities which allow a better control of skin moisturization. It can help skin retain the normal structure of epithelium cells and nerve cells via supporting the cell membranes. 

Jojoba Oil - Pronounced ho-ho-ba - serves as an excellent moisturizing agent with exceptional spread and lubrication properties and leaves a rich velvety non-oily feel on the skin while retarding water loss and enhancing the flexibility and suppleness of the skin. Good for eczema & psoriasis.

Lanolin - an emollient with moisturizing properties and an emulsifier with high water absorbing capabilities; yellow substance from wool-bearing animals that acts as a skin ointment.  Also known to closely resembles the oil from human oil glands. * Lanolin will soothe, soften and protect the skin. A great addition for those times when skin becomes dry, chapped or cracked.

Mango Butter -  obtained from the fruit seed of the Mango Tree (Mangifera Indica) grown in the sub-tropics of India and other parts of the globe.  Mango Butter exhibits excellent moisturizing for lotions and good lubricity on skin. 

Mineral Oil - Cosmetics-grade mineral oil is considered the safest, most nonirritating moisturizing ingredient ever found.

Olive Oil - oil pressed from Olives.  * Olive oil has anti-aging and anti-wrinkling properties;   a good antioxidant and assuredly an excellent moisturizing ingredient.  Olive oil makes a creamy but very hard bar of soap, and is gentle enough for babies and those with sensitive skin.

Sal Butter - (Shorea Robusta Seed Butter) is obtained from the seed of the Sal Tree (Shorea Robusta) grown in east central India. From this seed a firm but pliant “butter“ is rendered.  Due to its uniform Triglyceride composition, it exhibits high skin softening ability. 

Shea Butter - Shea Butter is the oil from the nuts of Vitellaria paradoxa Gaertner (Sapotaceae), which is also known as Butyrospermum parkii.  * Shea Butter contains a high percentage of unsaponifiables, which account for its superior moisturizing and healing properties. All of our Shea Butter is directly imported from Africa and is some of the best skin butter you can find on the market today.

Soy Milk - Soy contains essential fatty acids. Another heart-healthy feature of soy is the type of oil the soybean contains. Soy oil is over 80 percent unsaturated fatty acids, and soybean oil contains the heart-healthy essential omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. Soy contains cancer-fighting phytos. The phytonutrient most prominent in soy products is genestein, which has been shown to have anti-cancer properties. Soy also contains phytoestrogen, which has been shown to reduce the risk and spread of prostate cancer. The phytonutrient isoflavones are like phytoestrogens that may reduce the risk of breast cancer. Very recent studies suggest that the soy isoflavone genistein may provide protection against skin aging caused by sun exposure.

Soybean Oil - An all natural, and organic Soybean oil high in natural source lecitihin, sterolins, and vitamin E for epidermal healing.  Soybean oil is easily absorbed and leaves a smooth sensation to the skin.  People with dry skin may find that taking organic soybean oil daily improves elasticity and softness, making them look younger.

Sunflower Oil -  Sunflower seeds are expressed to produce this light oil which is high in linoleic acid, Vitamins A, B complex, D, and E, as well as calcium, zinc, potassium, iron, and phosphorus. * Externally, it is used for bruises, dermatitis, and ulcers.  Also very nourishing and moisturizing.

Sweet Almond Oil - A light nourishing oil with excellent penetrating properties. Beneficial for all skin types, very good for dry, sensitive skin. Relieves itching, dryness, inflammation.

Vitamin E. Oil - first discovered to be anti-aging in that it reduced MDA (Malonyldialdehyde) in the skin.  Its ability to hydrate on the skin surface improves smoothness and softness, thus reducing facial fine lines and wrinkles. It helps to maintain healthy skin by eliminating harmful free radicals generated during cellular metabolism, with its antioxidant properties.

Wheat Germ Oil -  the oil from the embryo of the wheat grain of the cereal species of the genus Triticum which has been cultivated for at least 10,000 years. The germ is extracted from the wheat as a source of vitamins and is a known source of pure Vitamin E. Wheat germ oil is emollient, anti-oxidant and rich in natural vitamin E. It also serves as a natural preservative. Vitamin E is known for its healing effects and is proven to help prevent scarring and speed healing.  A rich source of vitamin E that smoothes the skin and serves as an antioxidant, is a natural preservative, supports the skins natural process of regeneration; aids muscle and lymph function and is particularly valuable for treating dry, ageing skin, good for stretch marks and scar tissue, and for dry rough skin, leaves the skin very smooth while nourishing and helping heal the skin, moisturizes and softens, contains carotene and vegetable lecithin which nourish skin cells and prevent moisture loss.

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