Posts Tagged ‘Antibacterial’
Ingredient Showcase: Beeswax, the Natural Protectant That Soothes Itching
Monday, May 13th, 2013Most of us who prefer natural ingredients love the work that bees do. Though honey may be their most popular product, known for its health and skin care benefits, bees product another substance that works great for our skin—beeswax. Known mostly for its conditioning properties, beeswax also has a number of other benefits for the [...]
Ingredient Showcase: Peppermint Oil, the Refreshing, Oil-Balancing Herb
Monday, April 29th, 2013Can you think of anything more energizing and vibrant than peppermint? Perfect as a breath refresher after a warm Italian meal, and a popular flavor for holiday treats, peppermint has been around for centuries, used in food, medicine, and skin care. Today we know that peppermint is a natural source of “menthol,” which helps wake [...]
Ingredient Showcase: Coconut Oil, the Deeply Hydrating Super Skin Moisturizer
Monday, April 22nd, 2013Used by Pacific Islanders for centuries, coconut oil is an abundant source of fatty acids that are uniquely formed to deeply moisturize, hydrate, and condition the skin. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants as well, this natural oil is one of the most powerful anti-aging ingredients we can find in nature. Not only is it moisturizing, [...]
Ingredient Showcase: Green Mandarin Oil, the Gentle, Tangy Skin Refresher
Monday, April 15th, 2013You’re probably familiar with the mandarin orange, that small citrus fruit that makes such a great and colorful addition to salads and Asian dishes. Though ripe mandarin oil is used in perfumes, incense, body oils, and cosmetic products, today we’re talking about “green manadarin oil,” which is simply oil produced from the unripened fruit. This [...]
