Coconut oil, or copra oil, is an edible oil extracted from the kernel of mature coconuts harvested from the coconut palm. Its many applications in body and skin care go back hundreds of years, particularly in Asia where the plant is abundant. In communities all around the world people continue to use it to nourish body and skin alike. Our cold pressed, virgin coconut oil is as close to nature as it gets—short of squeezing the coconut! It is organic and boasts many health benefits.
BENEFITS
of Coconut Oil
1. PROVIDES MOISTURE
Coconut oil is rich in medium-chain fatty acids that can help your skin retain more moisture over time. It has anti-aging, anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties. Coconut oil helps restore dry, flaking skin by strengthening skin tissue and facilitating the elimination of dead skin cells while penetrating deeply into the skin. Coconut oil contains several fatty acids such as capric acid, lauric acid and caprylic acid. Each of these plays a role in killing harmful pathogens such as candida, a common cause of skin infections.
2. HELPS SUPPRESS WRINKLES
Coconut oil helps to delay the occurrence of wrinkles because it contains vitamin E, which is an antioxidant known to protect skin cells from damage caused by free radicals. The vitamin E found in coconut oil contributes to soothing irritated skin caused by common skin conditions such as eczema, sunburn and psoriasis, and its benefits may even extend to helping in the treatment of bug bites.
3. EXFOLIATES & CLEANSES
Coconut oil can be used to exfoliate and cleanse skin. The acids in coconut oil provide chemical exfoliation, helping to slough off dead skin cells and reveal the brighter, smoother skin underneath.
4. FORMS A PROTECTIVE BARRIER
Thanks to its antibacterial properties and thick texture, coconut oil is great for layering over other products. Apply a thin layer as a protective “seal” over serums, moisturizers, and other skincare products, which will help them work more effectively while keeping bacteria at bay.
BENEFITS
of Beeswax
Beeswax (cera alba) is a natural wax produced by honey bees of the
genus apis. Its various uses date back to prehistory and still today is considered essential in many applications across many industries; including the field of beauty, where beeswax appears regularly as an ingredient in cosmetics due to it's emollient properties which soften and soothe the skin. The beeswax in our products is 100% organic to ensure maximum health benefits from its wide range of natural properties.
1. PROTECTING
Relative to the skin, it stimulates the immune system and strengthens the protection power of the body. When used topically, it forms a barrier that protects the skin from harmful environmental toxins, weather, and bacteria. This barrier also helps to keep water both in and out of the skin, which is essential for skincare.
2. HUMECTANT
Hydrates and seals in moisture in the skin. Ancient Egyptians have used beeswax to embalm their pharaohs because it was essential to the preservation process.
3. ANALGESIC
Beeswax calms pain while promoting the healing of wounds and bruises while fighting infection. It has also been known to speed up healing of second-degree burns, decrease itching of the skin, and help with symptoms of dermatitis, psoriasis, and overgrowth of normal skin flora.
4. CLEANSING
It detoxifies cells. Beeswax possesses antibacterial and antiviral properties that facilitate skin purification by helping to keep it clear and bacteria free. The protective barrier it creates keeps out new toxins while still allowing the skin to breathe.
5. ANTI-AGING
Beeswax is known for it's Vitamin A (also known as retinol) content, which penetrates the skin and stimulates collagen production. Higher collagen production is essential in the anti aging process as it plumps the skin, leaving it with fewer wrinkles and fine lines. It also protects from UV damage and stimulates skin cell rejuvenation - two major contributing factors to wrinkle development. Beeswax also allows the skin to breathe, so not only is it beneficial to the anti-aging process, but also poses great benefits for those who are acne prone or have particularly sensitive skin because it doesn't block the pores.
6. COLLAGEN BOOSTING
The high content of Vitamin A present in beeswax promotes collagen production which helps to prevent and reduce stretch marks by increasing elasticity of the skin, helps skin regenerate after damage, and leads to plumper skin with fewer wrinkles and fine lines.
BENEFITS
of Essential Oils
Essential oils, when in organic form, are free from harmful chemicals and contaminants. They are produced from plants and herbs that have been grown without any chemical alteration. These health conscious oils offer a variety of uses, including aromatherapy and medicinal application. The active ingredient in each oil determines its specific use and some oils provide multiple benefits.
LAVENDER
Lavender is renowned for its ability to calm and quiet the mind while promoting a sense of deep relaxation. It has significant healing and regenerative properties and is a valuable addition to our skin care products. The name “lavender” comes from the latin word “lavera” which means “to wash”. Let this powerful essential oil help you unwind and wash away the cares of the day.
LEMONGRASS
Crisp and refreshing with a powerful citrus scent, lemongrass essential oil is well suited to help you begin your day feeling energized and revived. Its bold profile makes it ideal for use in aromatherapy for health and beauty. Inhaling the scent of the oil or applying the oil topically (mixed into carrier oils, body oil, and hair and skin products) is said to offer a variety of benefits; it is used to reduce inflammation, relieve headaches, and ease indigestion. One of this oil’s main components is citral, a compound found to act as an antimicrobial. Lemongrass essential oil also contains limonene; in scientific research this compound has shown to reduce inflammation and knock out bacteria
PEPPERMINT
Peppermint is one of the most versatile and commonly used essential oils. It provides a widespread variety of benefits when ingested, used topically, or through aromatherapy. Most commonly, peppermint is used for its cooling sensation and flavoring but it also possesses many medical benefits. As well as being tasty and soothing, peppermint oil helps with headaches, muscle and joint pain, reduces stress and anxiety, and has antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
SUNFLOWER
The light yet Vitamin E and oleic acid rich attribute of sunflower oil makes it the all star of your skincare regimen. Being that it is non-comodogenic, it doesn't clog the pores and can be used on all skintypes while protecting the skin from sun exposure and aiding in reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Sunflower oil is also commonly combined with other natural ingredients to create familiar flavors such as bubblegum.
