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 ✦ Whole Botanicals ✦ Bee Ingredients ✦ CO₂ Extracts ✦ Hydrosols ✦ Enzymes & Fruit ✦ Clays & Minerals ✦ Essential Oils & Absolutes
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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