Ingredient Glossary
Below is a list of some of the ingredients that can be found in BodyEarth products.
Aloe Vera
Aloe in the form of anti-aging moisturizers or lotions has the ability to quickly penetrate the various layers of our skin, aloe can act at the cellular level to nourish and regenerate the cells, yielding excellent results in the holistic approach to skin care. Topical skin care products and personal care products that include aloe are very effective. The composition of aloe vera gel is much like the natural composition of human skin, making this substance ideal for optimal penetration and absorption and one of nature's most effective skin moisturizer. This plant is the most compatible with human skin. Aloe vera naturally contains components that is inherit in healthy skin.
Argan Oil
Argan Oil has almost twice as much vitamin E as olive oil and is rich in anti-oxidants. It helps to prevent loss of moisture from the skin. It reduces pain and swelling. Argan Oil particularly helps restore, regenerate and restructure the skin by way of increasing the nutrient content of skin cells. Argan Oil has sought-after antioxidant properties which makes it especially beneficial in skincare products.
Avocado Oil
This oil yields a rich and extremely deep penetrating oil, rich in vitamins A, D and E, lecithin, as well as potassium - known as the youth mineral. Avocado oil is easily absorbed into deep tissue, and with its wonderfully emollient properties, makes it ideal for mature skins. It also helps to relieve the dryness and itching of psoriasis and eczema. It may be beneficial for sunspots, pigmentation and elasticity of the skin. It can also be used directly on the skin as a cleanser.
Cucumber Oil
This oil has cooling, nutritive, soothing and refreshing properties. It contains a high mineral content and is a valuable source of potassium, sodium, magnesium, sulphur, silicon, chlorine and florine. It acts as an anti-inflammatory and as an anti-itch. It is very hydrating and excellent for allergies. Cucumber Seed Oil possesses a remarkable amount of phytosterols making it a noteworthy ingredient in personal care formulations. Studies indicate that phytosterols help the skin strengthen its lipid barrier, restoring proper moisture balance, smoothing the skin’s surface and improving skin elasticity. Phytosterols are also known for their ability to nourish and stimulate the skin cells to encourage regeneration of healthy skin cells.
Kukui Nut Oil
This oil is very light in texture and absorbs well, leaving skin feeling silky and smooth. Excellent for eczema, psoriasis and scarring. Rich with vitamin A, E, omega 9, omega 6 and omega 3. Kukui nut oil is full of the antioxidants. With the ability to deeply penetrate the skin while allowing the skin to breathe naturally. It doesn’t block the pores and retains moisture while naturally protecting from the harsh elements.
Macadamia Oil
This is an excellent regenerative oil which is high in mono-unsaturated fatty acids. It contains Palmitoleic acid (promotes soft skin), as well as Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids. It has been successfully used to help heal scarring and sunburn. It holds moisture in the skin and is nourishing, healing, anti-itch, anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant. It can be used on acne, dry and aged skin. This oil is absorbed very easily by the skin and the scalp and helps the cells to rejuvenate. This oil also acts as an anti-oxidant. It prevents damage to skin cells by free radicals that leave the tell-tale signs of aging on the skin.
Marula Oil
This oil is rich in anti-oxidants and oleic acid and has a high content of palmitic acid which creates a protective coating on the
surface of the skin making it beneficial for dry skin sufferers. It absorbs quickly, hydrates the skin, helps reduce redness, and increases the smoothness of the skin. It is also high in Vitamin C. These protective, healthy fats help restore the barrier of the skin leading to increased hydration, elasticity, smoothness, and suppleness of the skin. Marula Oil absorbs quickly not leaving the skin feeling oily or greasy.
surface of the skin making it beneficial for dry skin sufferers. It absorbs quickly, hydrates the skin, helps reduce redness, and increases the smoothness of the skin. It is also high in Vitamin C. These protective, healthy fats help restore the barrier of the skin leading to increased hydration, elasticity, smoothness, and suppleness of the skin. Marula Oil absorbs quickly not leaving the skin feeling oily or greasy.
Pomegranate Oil
This oil is very high in anti-oxidants, contains many vitamins and minerals and has excellent anti-aging properties. Pomegranate seed oil stimulates keratinocyte proliferation, promoting regeneration of the epidermis. In promoting more rapid cell regeneration and rejuvenation, it delivers a powerful anti-aging effect as it helps the skin retain moisture and maintain proper circulation and hydration. It promotes the production of collagen and elastin, which give strength and support to the skin.