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Ingredient Glossary

Ingredient Glossary

Every plant, oil, extract, and bee ingredient we formulate with — organized by type, alphabetized within each. INCI (scientific) names appear alongside common names.

Carrier Oils & Butters

Acerola Fruit Oil (Malpighia Emarginata) — A vitamin-C-rich oil used to help support skin's appearance of radiance and tone.

Amla Fruit Oil (Phyllanthus Emblica) — A vitamin-C-rich traditional oil used to help support skin's appearance of tone and radiance.

Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa) — A lightweight, fatty-acid-rich oil traditionally used to support skin softness and suppleness. Rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids.

Avocado Oil (Persea Gratissima) — A rich, fatty-acid-dense oil used to help support skin's softness and moisture.

Blackberry Seed Oil (Rubus Fruticosus) — A fatty-acid-rich seed oil used to help support skin's protective barrier and comfort.

Blueberry Seed Oil (Vaccinium) — An antioxidant-rich seed oil used to help support skin's appearance of radiance.

Borage Seed Oil (Borago Officinalis) — An omega-6-rich oil used to help support skin's moisture barrier and comfort.

Cacay Seed Oil (Caryodendron Orinocense) — A vitamin-A- and E-rich oil used to help support skin's appearance of tone and smoothness.

Castor Seed Oil (Ricinus Communis) — A thick, deeply penetrating oil traditionally used to help loosen and lift away impurities during oil cleansing.

Cherry Kernel Oil (Prunus Avium) — A fatty-acid-rich oil used to help support skin's softness and suppleness.

Chia Seed Oil (Salvia Hispanica) — An omega-3-rich oil used to help support skin's moisture barrier and suppleness.

Coconut Oil, Extra Virgin (Cocos Nucifera) — A rich, traditional oil used to help support skin's softness and comfort.

Coconut Oil, Fractionated (Cocos Nucifera) — A lightweight, fast-absorbing form of coconut oil used to help support skin's softness without heaviness.

Cranberry Seed Oil (Vaccinium Macrocarpon) — An antioxidant-rich oil used to help support skin's appearance of tone and radiance.

Cucumber Seed Oil (Cucumis Sativus) — A light, fast-absorbing oil traditionally used to help support skin's appearance of hydration and calm.

Dragonfruit Seed Oil (Hylocereus Undatus) — A lightweight, antioxidant-rich oil used to help support skin hydration and a smooth, even feel.

Elderberry Seed Oil (Sambucus Nigra) — An antioxidant-rich seed oil that helps support skin's resilience and radiance.

Evening Primrose Oil (Oenothera Biennis) — High in omega-6 fatty acids (GLA), known to help support the skin's moisture barrier and overall comfort.

Frankincense Resin, oil-infused (Boswellia Sacra / Rivae / Dalzielii) — Whole resin slow-infused into oil to retain boswellic acid content; used to help support skin's appearance of tone and calm.

Grapeseed Oil (Vitis Vinifera) — A lightweight, antioxidant-rich oil used to help support skin's balanced, non-greasy feel.

Green Coffee Seed Oil (Coffea Arabica) — An antioxidant-rich oil used to help support skin's appearance of circulation and radiance.

Hemp Seed Oil (Cannabis Sativa) — A balanced omega-3/omega-6 fatty acid oil that helps support skin comfort and suppleness.

Hibiscus Seed Oil (Hibiscus Sabdariffa) — A lightweight oil that helps support skin's tone and overall appearance of firmness.

Jojoba Seed Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis) — A liquid wax that closely resembles skin's natural sebum, helping to balance moisture without a heavy feel.

Kokum Butter (Garcinia Indica) — An easily absorbed butter used to help support skin's softness and a smooth, comfortable feel.

Maracuja / Passionfruit Seed Oil (Passiflora Edulis) — A lightweight, linoleic-acid-rich oil used to help support skin's softness and radiance.

Marula Oil (Sclerocarya Birrea) — A fast-absorbing, antioxidant-rich oil that helps support skin softness and a healthy-looking glow.

Moringa Seed Oil (Moringa Oleifera) — A lightweight, antioxidant-rich oil used to help support skin's softness and resilience.

Muru Muru Seed Butter (Astrocaryum Murumuru) — A fatty-acid-rich butter used to help support skin's softness and a smooth, occlusive feel.

Peony Seed Oil (Paeonia) — A lightweight floral seed oil used to help support skin tone and overall radiance.

Pomegranate Seed Oil (Punica Granatum) — An antioxidant-rich oil that helps support skin's appearance of vitality and tone.

Prickly Pear Seed Oil (Opuntia Ficus-Indica) — A vitamin E and fatty-acid-dense oil, prized for its lightweight, fast-absorbing feel and support of skin's natural glow.

Pumpkin Seed Oil (Cucurbita Pepo) — A lightweight, zinc- and fatty-acid-rich oil used to help support skin and scalp balance and comfort.

Raspberry Seed Oil (Rubus Idaeus) — A fatty-acid-dense oil naturally rich in vitamin E, used to help support skin's protective barrier. Organic, Chilean-grown.

Rosehip Seed Oil (Rosa Rubiginosa / Rosa Canina) — A fatty-acid-rich oil that helps support skin tone and texture, commonly used for mature or environmentally stressed skin.

Sacha Inchi Seed Oil (Plukenetia Volubilis) — An omega-3-rich oil used to help support skin's moisture and suppleness.

Safflower Seed Oil (Carthamus Tinctorius) — A lightweight, linoleic-acid-rich oil used to help support skin's balanced moisture.

Sea Buckthorn Fruit Oil (Hippophae Rhamnoides) — An antioxidant-rich oil that helps support skin's resilience to environmental stressors.

Sesame Seed Oil (Sesamum Indicum) — A traditional oil that closely resembles skin's natural sebum, used to help support skin's balance and softness.

Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii) — A rich, fatty-acid-dense butter used to help support skin's softness and a protective, occlusive feel.

Squalane, Olive-Derived — A plant-derived emollient that mimics skin's natural lipids, helping support moisture retention without heaviness.

Strawberry Seed Oil (Fragaria) — A lightweight, fatty-acid-rich oil used to help support skin's appearance of smoothness.

Sunflower Seed Oil (Helianthus Annuus) — A vitamin-E-rich carrier oil used to help support skin's moisture and comfort.

Tamanu Seed Oil (Calophyllum Inophyllum) — A rich, traditionally used oil that helps support skin's appearance of tone and suppleness.

Tomato Seed Oil (Solanum Lycopersicum) — A lightweight, antioxidant-rich oil used to help support skin's appearance of tone and radiance.

White Camellia Seed Oil (Camellia Japonica) — A silky, fast-absorbing oil traditionally used to help support skin softness and shine.

Whole Botanicals & In-House Extracts

Herbs and flowers we slow-infuse whole into carrier oils, rather than using isolated extracts.

Aloe Leaf (Aloe Barbadensis) — A traditional botanical used to help support skin's appearance of hydration and comfort.

Astragalus (Astragalus Membranaceus) — A traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of vitality and resilience.

Bala (Sida Cordifolia) — A traditional Ayurvedic herbal used to help support skin's appearance of tone and resilience.

Cacay Oil-Infused Botanical (Caryodendron Orinocense) — A vitamin-A- and E-rich botanical used to help support skin's appearance of tone and smoothness.

Calendula Flower (Calendula Officinalis) — A traditional soothing herbal used to help support skin's comfortable, calm appearance.

Chamomile Flower, whole (Matricaria Chamomilla) — A traditional calming herbal used to help support skin's comfortable, soothed appearance.

Cleavers (Galium Aparine) — A traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of clarity and circulation.

Comfrey Leaf, whole (Symphytum Officinale) — A traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of tone and comfort.

Cornflower (Centaurea Cyanus) — Traditionally used to help support the look of skin tone, particularly around the eye area.

Dandelion (Taraxacum Officinale) — A traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of clarity and balance.

Devil's Claw Root (Harpagophytum Procumbens) — A traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of comfort.

Echinacea (Echinacea Purpurea) — A traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of resilience.

Elder Flower / Berry (Sambucus Nigra) — Traditionally used to help support skin's appearance of tone and vitality.

Goldenseal (Hydrastis Canadensis) — A traditional herbal used to help support skin's clear, calm appearance.

Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica) — A traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of resilience and comfort.

Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis) — An antioxidant-rich traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of radiance and resilience.

Hawthorn Berry (Crataegus) — An antioxidant-rich botanical used to help support skin's appearance of tone.

He Sho Wu (Polygonum Multiflorum / Fo-Ti Root) — A traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of vitality and tone.

Helichrysum (Helichrysum Italicum / Stoechas) — Traditionally used to help support skin's appearance of tone and resilience.

Hibiscus Flower (Hibiscus Sabdariffa) — Naturally tannin-rich; used to help support skin's appearance of firmness and radiance.

Honeysuckle Flower (Lonicera) — A traditional botanical used to help support skin's appearance of clarity.

Horsetail (Equisetum Arvense) — A mineral-rich traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of firmness and tone.

Jasmine Flower (Jasminum spp.) — Used for its aromatic and traditional skin-supportive properties.

Lavender Flower (Lavandula Angustifolia) — Used to help support skin's calm, comfortable appearance.

Marshmallow Root (Althaea Officinalis) — Rich in mucilage, used to help support skin moisture and a soothed, comfortable feel. Regeneratively grown, Meeting House Herb Farm, Maine.

Papaya Seed (Carica Papaya) — Contains natural enzymes traditionally used to help support skin's appearance of clarity and texture.

Rooibos (Aspalathus Linearis) — An antioxidant-rich herbal used to help support skin's resilience to environmental stressors.

Rosehips / Rose Flower (Rosa Damascena / Rosa Canina) — Used to help support skin's appearance of hydration and radiance.

Rosemary Leaf, whole (Rosmarinus Officinalis / Salvia Rosmarinus) — A traditional antioxidant-rich herbal used to help support skin's appearance of tone and clarity.

Scullcap (Scutellaria) — An herbal extract used to help support skin's calm, comfortable appearance.

Strawberry Seed (Fragaria) — Used to help support skin's appearance of smoothness.

Viola Flower (Viola Tricolor / Odorata) — A traditional botanical used to help support skin's appearance of clarity and calm.

White Peony Root & Petals (Paeonia) — Naturally tannin-rich; used to help support the appearance of skin brightness and evenness of tone.

Wild Indigo Root (Baptisia Tinctoria) — A traditional herbal used to help support skin's appearance of clarity.

Bee Ingredients & Formulation Aids

Beeswax (Cera Alba) — A natural wax used to help thicken formulations and support skin's protective barrier feel.

Di-PPG-2 Myreth-10 Adipate — A plant-derived, lightweight emulsifier used to help blend oil and water phases smoothly in balm formulations; not a synthetic surfactant.

Manuka Honey, raw (Leptospermum Scoparium) — A monofloral New Zealand honey traditionally used to help support skin's clear, comfortable appearance.

Monoi de Tahiti (Gardenia enfleurage in coconut oil) — A traditional Tahitian preparation of gardenia flowers infused in coconut oil, used for aromatic properties and to help support skin's softness.

Propolis, Bee — A resin-like substance bees produce, traditionally used to help support skin's clear, calm appearance.

Raw New England Honey — A locally sourced raw honey used to help support skin's clear, comfortable appearance.

Royal Jelly — A nutrient-dense bee product used to help support skin's appearance of radiance and resilience.

Tocopherol (Vitamin E) — A natural antioxidant used to help protect oil blends from oxidation and support skin's appearance of softness.

Wildflower Honey, raw — A raw multi-floral honey used to help support skin's softness and comfort.

CO₂ Extracts

Concentrated extracts drawn using pressurized CO₂ instead of chemical solvents.

Amaranthus CO₂ Extract — A squalene-rich concentrated extract used to help support skin's moisture and suppleness.

Calendula Officinalis CO₂ Extract — A concentrated extract used to help support skin's calm, comfortable appearance.

Carrot Root CO₂ Extract (Daucus Carota) — A concentrated, carotenoid-rich extract used to help support skin's appearance of tone and radiance.

Rosehip CO₂ Extract (Rosa Canina / Rubiginosa) — A concentrated fatty-acid-rich extract used to help support skin's appearance of tone and texture.

Sea Buckthorn CO₂ Extract (Hippophae Rhamnoides) — A concentrated antioxidant-rich extract used to help support skin's resilience to environmental stressors.

Hydrosols & Floral Waters

Solar-distilled in our copper alembic still — the water-soluble half of the moisturizing process.

Balsam Fir Hydrosol (Abies Balsamea) — A conifer distillate used to help support skin's circulation and calm.

Cucumber Hydrosol (Cucumis Sativus) — A gentle, cooling distillate used to help support skin's hydration and calm appearance.

Frankincense Carterii Hydrosol (Boswellia Carterii) — A resin distillate used to help support skin's calm, toned appearance.

Herb Garden Hydrosol (house blend, mixed herbs) — A gentle, in-house distilled blend of garden herbs used to help support skin's balance and calm.

House-Made Elderflower Extract (Sambucus Nigra) — An in-house water-based extract used to help support skin's radiance and resilience to environmental stressors.

Juniper Hydrosol (Juniperus Communis) — A gentle distillate used to help support skin's appearance of clarity and tone.

Leucidal Liquid (Radish Root Ferment Filtrate) — A naturally derived, fermentation-based ingredient used as a preservative to help keep water-containing formulas stable and safe.

Lemon Verbena Hydrosol (Aloysia Citrodora) — A gentle herbal distillate used to help support skin's clarity and radiance.

Mint Hydrosol (Mentha spp.) — A gentle, cooling distillate used to help support skin's refreshed, clarified appearance.

Rose Floral Water / Hydrosol (Rosa Centifolia) — A gentle, water-based botanical distillate used to help support skin's hydration and calm.

Rose Geranium Hydrosol (Pelargonium Graveolens) — A gentle floral distillate used to help support skin's balance and tone.

Roman Chamomile Hydrosol (Chamaemelum Nobile) — A gentle floral distillate used to help support skin's calm, soothed appearance.

Strawberry Hydrosol (Fragaria) — A gentle fruit distillate used to help support skin's appearance of radiance and smoothness.

Wild Rose Flower Hydrosol — A gentle floral distillate used to help support skin's hydration and tone.

Ylang Ylang Hydrosol (Cananga Odorata) — A gentle floral distillate used to help support skin's balance and comfort.

Enzymes & Whole Fruit

Blackberry Fruit, whole (Rubus Fruticosus) — A traditional whole-fruit ingredient used to help support skin's appearance of radiance.

Blueberry Fruit, whole (Vaccinium) — A traditional whole-fruit ingredient used to help support skin's appearance of radiance.

Ceremonial Grade Matcha (Camellia Sinensis, leaf powder) — A concentrated powdered green tea used to help support skin's antioxidant-rich, calm, radiant appearance.

Coconut Fruit, whole (Cocos Nucifera) — A traditional whole-fruit ingredient used to help support skin's hydration and softness.

Coconut Water (Cocos Nucifera) — A lightweight, electrolyte-rich water used to help support skin's hydration.

Papaya Enzyme (Carica Papaya, seed oil-infused) — A natural fruit enzyme used to help support skin's smooth, resurfaced appearance through gentle, non-abrasive turnover.

Papaya Fruit, whole (Carica Papaya) — A natural fruit ingredient used to help support skin's smooth, resurfaced appearance.

Pineapple Enzyme (Ananas Comosus, sunflower oil-infused) — A natural fruit enzyme (bromelain) used to help support skin's smooth, clarified appearance.

Pineapple Fruit, whole (Ananas Comosus) — A natural fruit ingredient used to help support skin's smooth, clarified appearance.

Rosehips Fruit, whole (Rosa Canina) — A traditional whole-fruit ingredient used to help support skin's appearance of tone and radiance.

Strawberry Enzyme (Fragaria, safflower oil-infused) — A natural fruit enzyme used to help support skin's smooth, brightened appearance.

Strawberry Fruit, whole (Fragaria) — A traditional whole-fruit ingredient used to help support skin's appearance of smoothness.

Clays & Minerals

Blue Cambrian Clay — A mineral-rich clay used to help draw out impurities and support a calm, refined appearance.

Coconut Milk (Cocos Nucifera) — A fatty-acid-rich milk used to help support skin's hydration and comfort during cleansing.

Colloidal Oat Flour (Avena Sativa) — A finely milled oat used to help support skin's calm, comfortable feel during cleansing.

Kaolin Clay, White — A gentle mineral clay used to help draw out excess oil and support a clarified, refined-looking complexion.

Rose Clay — A gentle mineral clay used to help draw out impurities and support skin's toned, refined appearance.

Essential Oils & Absolutes

Used at low dilution, both as formulation actives and as our only source of fragrance — we never use synthetic fragrance.

Bergamot EO, bergapten-free (Citrus Bergamia) — Used for aromatic and traditional skin-supportive properties; bergapten-free to reduce phototoxicity risk.

Blood Orange EO (Citrus Sinensis) — Used for aromatic and radiance-supporting properties.

Blue Cypress EO (Callitris Intratropica) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's calm appearance.

Blue Tansy EO (Tanacetum Annuum) — Naturally high in azulene; used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's calm appearance.

Blue Yarrow EO (Achillea Millefolium) — Naturally high in azulene; used for its traditional soothing aromatic properties.

Clary Sage EO (Salvia Sclarea) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of scalp and skin balance.

Copal Blanco EO (Bursera Bipinnata) — Used for aromatic, resinous properties and traditional support of skin's calm appearance.

Eucalyptus EO (Eucalyptus Globulus) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of scalp clarity and comfort.

Frangipani Absolute (Plumeria) — Used for aromatic properties.

Frankincense Carterii EO (Boswellia Carterii) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's calm, toned appearance.

Frankincense EO (Boswellia Sacra) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's calm, comfortable appearance.

Gardenia EO / Absolute (Gardenia spp.) — Used for aromatic properties.

German Blue Chamomile EO (Matricaria Chamomilla) — Naturally high in azulene; used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's calm appearance.

Ginger Lily EO (Hedychium Coronarium) — Used for aromatic properties.

Grapefruit EO (Citrus Paradisi) — Used for aromatic and clarifying properties.

Himalayan Cedarwood EO (Cupressus Torulosa) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's circulation and balance.

Jasmine Absolute (Jasminum spp.) — Used for aromatic properties.

Jasmine Sambac Absolute (Jasminum Sambac) — Used for aromatic properties.

Juniper EO (Juniperus Communis) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's appearance of clarity and circulation.

Lemon EO (Citrus Limon) — Used for aromatic and clarifying properties.

Lime EO (Citrus Aurantifolia) — Used for aromatic and clarifying properties.

Mango Ginger EO (Curcuma Amada) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's appearance of radiance.

Mint EO (Mentha spp.) — Used for aromatic and cooling sensory properties.

Neroli EO (Citrus Aurantium, flower) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's appearance of tone.

Orange Blossom Absolute (Citrus Aurantium, flower) — Used for aromatic properties; a solvent-extracted counterpart to Neroli EO from the same blossom.

Peony Enfleurage Absolute — A traditionally extracted floral absolute used for aromatic properties.

Peppermint EO (Mentha Piperita) — Used for aromatic and cooling sensory properties.

Port Orford Cedarwood EO (Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's circulation and balance.

Rose Damascena Absolute (Rosa Damascena) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's appearance of tone.

Rose Geranium (Pelargonium Graveolens) — Used for aromatic and traditional skin-balancing properties.

Rose Moroc Absolute (Rosa Centifolia) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin's appearance of tone.

Rosemary EO (Rosmarinus Officinalis) — Used for aromatic and traditional antioxidant-supportive properties.

Tea Tree EO (Melaleuca Alternifolia) — Used for its traditional clarifying and purifying properties.

Ylang Ylang EO (Cananga Odorata) — Used for aromatic properties and traditional support of skin balance.

Every ingredient on this page is organic, wildcrafted, or non-GMO. We formulate without synthetic fragrance, foaming agents, or synthetic preservatives — this glossary is part of that transparency.

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