Luxurious silky texture rich in antioxidants: conditions and balances.
High in vitamins A and E renowned for skin moisturizing and repairing properties. A natural anti-inflammatory and aids sebum production and increases dermal elasticity making skin feel smoother. A beneficial hair promoter leaving hair silky, shiny and soft. An excellent beard conditioning treatment that also helps to minimize shaving rashes.
Nutritional Appeal: Vitamins A & E, Squalane, •Phytosterols, Essential fatty acids, linoleic acid Anti-Inflammatory • Antioxidant • Balancing •
A starchy root that is a good natural beauty ingredient.
Arrowroot is a root vegetable often sold as a powder. In cosmetics it is used as a thickener, opacifier, texture enhancer, binding agent, mattifier, moisture absorber, and color modifier. enables active ingredients to penetrate the skin surface easily and makes the skin absorb moisture extensively. Consequently, the skin becomes softer, smoother. Helps to soak up extra oil/sebum, thereby reducing inflammation.
Nutritional Appeal: natural potassium and calcium supplement, vitamins and minerals (iron, potassium, phosphorous), anti-bacterial
Bustling with antioxidants: nourishes, calms and lubricates.
Bustling with antioxidants: nourishes, calms and lubricates. High in vitamin E, topped with beta carotene, vitamin D, and minerals provide the perfect combination for healthy skin and hair. Essential fatty acids and oleic acid work together to aid penetration into the skin and promote collagen production.
Nutritional Appeal: Vitamin A, D, E, B1, B2, Pantothenic acid, Oleic acid, Lecithin, Lutein, Chlorophyll & potassium
A natural vegetable wax derived from the leaves of the small Candelilla plant.
Candelilla Wax functions as a thickening and hardening agent, a plasticizer, a viscosity modifier, an emollient, and a skin-protective barrier agent that helps prevent the skin from losing moisture. It is said to hydrate parched and scaly skin for enhanced smoothness. contributes shine and functions as a stabilizer, an emulsifier, a fast-absorbing lubricant, and a nourishing skin conditioner. Candelilla Wax is reputed to help reduce the appearance of stretch marks as well as the signs of aging, such as wrinkles and age spots.
Nutritional Appeal:non comedogenic . hypoallergenic Vitamin A
CBD stands for cannabidiol, a prevalent active ingredient of cannabis sativa.
Cannabis sativa is an annual flowering plant also referenced as hemp. The US 2018 Farm Bill defined hemp as the plant species Cannabis sativa, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration of not more than 0.3 %, and made it legal to sell hemp and hemp derived products in the US. Hemp flowers, leaves, seeds, oils and protein are used in various products from food to medicine to other consumer products. In 2018, the FDA approved Epidiolex as a treatment option for certain epileptic seizures. As noted in that FDA press release “CBD does not cause intoxication or euphoria (the “high”) that comes from THC. It is THC (and not CBD) that is the primary psychoactive component of marijuana.” Recorded history shows that the medicinal use of Hemp dates back to 1550 BC and Hemp is described in the United States Pharmacopoeia in 1850. Research continues to evolve globally and daily. MRNG products contain CBD from Hemp that is THC free.
Nutritional Appeal: Explore Reputable Information – Research is Evolving
A multi-purpose vegetable oil used for thousands of years.
Applying fats like castor oil to the hair on a regular basis helps lubricate the hair shaft, increasing flexibility and decreasing the chance of breakage, used to promote hydration. Applying castor oil to the scalp will help moisturize dry, irritated skin and may help reduce flaking. Create a healthier environment on the scalp.
Plentiful fatty acids absolutely beneficial for hair and skin. Coconut oil provides protection for the hair and penetrates deep into the hair shaft as an efficient hair conditioner improves hair health and eliminates dandruff or scalp problems. Fatty acids enable skin to heal and repair. A gentle skin barrier to sun exposure environmental pollutants and moisture sealant Nutritional Appeal: anti-inflammatory, Omega-3 & Omega-6 fatty acids, antifungal, anti-sebum, antibacterial, antioxidant saturated fats, lauric acid, caprylic acid, squalene, Vitamin E Found In: HAIR & SCALP SERUM & LIP CARE
Grape seed Oil
Versatile oil with excellent emollient properties for skin.
Grape-seed oil is an excellent natural choice to seal in moisture and hydrate grapeseed oil is a lightweight oil that’s non comedogenic, making it suitable for most skin types— Using grapeseed oil can moisturize to dull, dehydrated skin, even out your skin tone, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Helps skin retain moisture while restoring elasticity and protecting it from environmental damage, a natural exfoliator smooth fine lines and rough texture
Nutritional Appeal: beta-carotene, Vitamins D, C & E, Ceramides, Oleic and Linoleic acids, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, noncomedogenic
Soothing and hydrating, this humectant protects and hydrates for nourishing relief.
This moisturizer, boasts with anti-inflammatory ingredients and helps aid skin repair due to antioxidant-rich Vitamin E and B-complex. Its anti-inflammatory properties have been shown to relieve extreme dryness.Antioxidants in Jojoba, like Vitamin E, are integral to collagen production, aiding to healthier hair and skin. This oil is a humectant, like hyaluronic acid (HA) or glycerin, that helps to keep moisture in.
Nutritional Appeal: Vitamin E, Vitamin B complex• Silicon, Chromium, Copper, Zinc Iodine Anti-Aging, Anti-Inflammatory, Collagen Boosting
Absorbs easily, providing deeper layers of the skin with skin-loving nutrients that conditions the skin. Improves the overall health and appearance of skin to make it smooth and supple. Strengthens the skin’s natural protective barrier, which helps your skin retain moisture, prevents damages, and drying out.
Nutritional Appeal: Vitamin C. It is also a great source of Vitamin E, Vitamin A, folates, and copper. Omega 6 and 9 fatty acids Antioxidant Antibacterial
An essential oil used in aromatherapy for its refreshing, calming and comforting fragrance.
Skincare value: its ability to regenerate the skin cells as well as improve the elasticity of the skin. Helps to maintain oil balance in the skin, making it a good choice in various skin types. Skin conditions caused by stress may respond well when this oil is used considering its healing and calming properties. This oil works well in treating bacterial skin conditions and rashes that might cause irritation on the surface of the scalp and skin. Encourages healthy cell growth - removes dead skin cells and excess oil that gathers on the scalp and skin.
Nutritional Appeal: antimicrobial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties - linalool, linalyl acetate, Geraniol, and camphene content
It’s been recorded that Cleopatra was a fan and not the Elizabeth Taylor version.
A worthwhile heavy hitter for skin and hair routines. Olive oil improves skin health by treating inflammation, acne, and dryness. It also improves skin elasticity and its regenerative properties. The anti-oxidants, minerals and good fats, fight the free radicals, and facilitate healthy and fuller skin. A good substitute to glide your blade over your skin and moisture. Its properties may have hair smoothening and strengthening qualities.Olive oil contains antioxidants that fight free-radical damage, as well as an ingredient called squalene, which is extremely hydrating
Nutritional Appeal:Fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K . antibacterial antioxidant
An essential oil used in aromatherapy for boosting energy, sharpen focus.
Skincare-Haircare Value: Naturally cleanses the skin and has a cooling effect which soothes irritation and inflammation. May reduce redness, irritation and inflammation of the skin and help to increase blood circulation and promote hair growth. Ability to cleanse and promote blood circulation to stimulate healthy scalp and skin.
An organic, unrefined skin superfood rich in fatty acids and antioxidants.
This “butter” is a powerhouse protector. It offers natural, low-UV protection, as well as, protection from environmental irritants and pollution. Shea butter works just as effectively as products that boast ceramide -producing ingredients. Shea butter works like an emollient. It might help soften or smooth dry skin. Shea butter also contains substances that can reduce skin swelling. Shea butter works like an emollient. It might help soften or smooth dry skin. Shea butter also contains substances that can reduce skin swelling. Oils are rapidly absorbed into your skin. They act as a “refatting” agent, restoring lipids and rapidly creating moisture. This restores the barrier between your skin and the outside environment, holding moisture in and reducing your risk of dryness.
Nutritional Appeal: Fatty acids: linoleic, oleic, stearic, and palmitic acids vitamins A, E and F Triglycerides, Cetyl esters anti-inflammatory
An essential oil used in aromatherapy that decreases symptoms of anxiety and improves the mood and is not considered photo-toxic.
Skincare-Haircare value: protects the skin from free radicals and promotes healing. Reduces dark spots and blemishes, prevent premature skin aging, boosts circulation in the skin, promotes cell growth and collagen synthesis, shrinks large pores and firms skin and controls excess oil formed on the skin.
Nutritional Appeal: Vitamin C alpha-pinene, citronellol, geraniol, sabinene, myrcene, limonene, linalool, and neral antibacterial
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