The emollient properties of these are used to soften & soothe the skin.  They help maintain moisture, supply essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals to the skin.  They are often used as the base of the product.

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I do not use any Parabens, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxymethylglycinate, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Unigerm, Suttocide that can interfere with your endocrine system. Nor do I use any Neurotoxic preservatives like phenoxyethanol, Harsh surfactants like sodium, ammonium and lauryl/laureth sulfates, Petrochemicals, including PEGs, paraffin and other glycols, Silicones, Mineral oils, artificial fragrances or colours, grain alcohols, Phthalates, Bisphenol-A (BPA), Genetically modified or irradiated ingredients or animal derivatives found in many skin care products. 

My ingredients that I use are natural ingredients with no nasties to soothe & nourish your skin.

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Apricot kernel oil (Prunus armeniaca) - Apricot Kernel Oil offers light texture, significant absorption & moisture retention without leaving an oily feeling.  Nourishing and revitalizing properties popular in for dry or aged skin.  It is beneficial in relieving the itchiness and is suitable for sensitive skin.  High in oleic acid and rich in Vitamin A and minerals.

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Carrot oil (Daucus carota) - Carrot oil is full of beta carotene (vitamin A).  It helps with cell regeneration, is beneficial after injuries to reduce scars, replenish, rebuild and rejuvenate skin.  It is a very effective treatment of various skin burns, eczema and dermatitis, as well as having the ability to lessen the visibility of wrinkles and uneven skin tone. Rich in essential fatty acids which greatly benefit the skin through improved moisturisation, elasticity, and softness.  Contains beta-carotene, which is a key nutrient for maintaining healthy skin and assisting skin cell renewal and repair.  Beta-carotene also helps to repair and protect the skin from various forms of sun damage.

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Coconut triglycerides (caprylic/capric triglyceride) Helps condition the skin providing noticeable silkiness, contains antioxidant properties, high in essential fatty acids and offers the skin nurturing benefits.  Especially suited to sensitive skin.  It is made by specialized esterification of Coconut Oil using just the Caprylic and Capric Fatty Acids creating a light, silky oil, feel that is not at all greasy / oily feeling on the skin due to the skin loving nature of the specific fatty acid esters not seen with common Fractionated Coconut Oil, or other carrier oils.

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Evening primrose oil (Oenothera biennis) – High in gamma-linoleic acid and linoleic acid essential for cell structure and to improve the elasticity of the skin.  It is beneficial as an anti-aging support.  It is an anti-inflammatory and useful in the management of psoriasis, eczema, acne, dry skins, strains and muscle tears.

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Organic cocoa butter (Theobroma cacao) moisturising, improves skin health, supports aging, soothes, softens, reduces inflammation, high concentration of antioxidant compounds, including oleic acid, palmitic acid, and stearic acid. Helps to neutralize free radicals especially in the skin, reducing the occurrence of oxidative stress, cocoa butter can help reduce the signs of aging, including wrinkles and age marks. Research has also shown cocoa butter to reduce the appearance of scars on the skin and help to boost overall skin health.

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Organic Jojoba oil (Simmondsia chinensis) – Highly penetrating wax, closely resembling human sebum.  It is easy absorbing and provides amazing moisturising qualities. The oil reaches deep to destroy bacteria and dissolve dried sebum, it revitalises, soothes, and regenerates the skin.  Suitable for sensitive, oil, young, dry and aging skin. Providing effective treatments for a variety of skin conditions. Jojoba also carries natural antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, hypoallergenic and analgesic qualities and is high in vitamin A, D & E.

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Organic Shea butter (Butyrospermum parkii) - moisturising lipid (fat) that helps alleviate a variety of skin conditions and provide suppleness to the skin. Unrefined Shea butter contains Vitamins A, K, E and F, minerals and antioxidants, can be used externally or internally.  Natural occurring Vitamins in Shea butter help the skin stay clear and healthy, they help heal and prevent sun damage to the skin, prevent wrinkles and facial lines (which makes Shea butter great for anti ageing). Vitamins in unrefined Shea body butter protect the skin and rejuvenate tissue cells (this also means they help treat damaged skin conditions and skin irritations). Shea butter is effective for scars, dark circles around your eyes, visible spider veins and stretch marks, extremely dry skin, chapped skin, eczema, and psoriasis. 

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Other emollients

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Glyceryl stearate - Acts as a lubricant on the skin's surface, which gives the skin a soft and smooth appearance.  It also slows the loss of water from the skin by forming a barrier on the skin's surface. - Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable.

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Cetearyl alcohol - A mixture of two 'fatty' alcohols, Cetearyl Alcohol is an emollient (moisturizer) and a viscosity increasing agent (increases the 'thickness' of a substance). Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable.

Sodium stearoyl glutamate – Skin conditioning agent.  Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable

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Vegetable glycerine - present in all natural lipids (fats).  It draws moisture up through skin layers and slows or prevents excessive drying and evaporation. It is especially used for people with skin irritations.  Low hazard for health. Plant derived, biodegradable