Why Use That?
Purposeful Ingredients
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apple cider vinegar |
Contains alpha hydroxy acids that will remove dead skin; the acids also alter the pH level of your skin to fight off bacteria and neutralizes odors; antiseptic properties |
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beets |
An ancient skincare ingredient; high in potassium, magnesium, iron, folic acid, vitamins A, B6, and C; high in antioxidants |
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bentonite |
A soft clay; excellent oil absorbing properties; excellent for oily skin; absorbs 300 to 700% of its weight in water; pH of 8-9.7; mined in the United States |
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carrot |
High levels of carotenoids, potassium, vitamin C, essential nutrients, amino acids |
| castor oil | |
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chamomile |
Anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, antibacterial, antiseptic, and contains essential oils and antioxidants; hypoallergenic and helps to reduce skin irritants by neutralizing free radicals |
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charcoal (coconut) |
pH neutral; natural colorant, exfoliant, and detox agent |
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charcoal (hardwood) |
Natural colorant, exfoliant, and detox agent |
| cocamidopropyl betaine | A mild and very gentle sulfate-free foaming agent derived from coconut; acts as an emulsifier and conditioner |
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cocoa |
Contains beneficial vitamins, minerals, and caffeine thought to be beneficial to skin; tightens and tones skin |
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coconut milk |
Adds moisturizing properties |
| cornsilk | |
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cream of tartar |
Hardening agent |
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cucumber |
Cooling and soothing effect |
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flax seed |
Rich source of omega-3, 6, and 9, essential fatty acids thought to be nourishing; exfoliant |
| fragrance | a synthetic oil tested to be safe for skin applications; used sparingly |
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frankincense |
Helps in healthy cell regeneration; reduces signs of aging, stretch marks, and scars; tightens skin; fights blemishes and acne |
| glycerin (vegetable) | A plant-based humectant; a byproduct of the soapmaking process |
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honey |
Moisturizing; thought to be a natural antiseptic, humectant, and antioxidant |
| illite clay | includes French Green Clay; mined in France and comes in many colors with specific benefits; absorbs 150-200% of its weight in water; pH of 7.75 |
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kaolin clay |
Does not dry skin—best for normal, dry, or sensitive skin; includes all colors of Brazilian kaolin clay; mined in Brazil and Amazon regions; absorbs 65% its weight in water; pH of 6 |
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kelp |
Contains over 60 minerals and elements, 21 amino acids, simple and complex carbohydrates |
| lanolin | Emollient and semi-occlusive (allows skin to breathe while reducing moisture loss); absorbs up to 400% its weight in moisture meaning it is highly moisturizing; easily absorbed into skin; not recommended for oily skin due to greasy nature |
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lavender |
Aromatherapy benefit of anxiety and emotional stress reduction; said to aid in treatment of inflammatory skin conditions including psoriasis, acne, and burns |
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matcha green tea |
Extremely high antioxidant properties |
| mica |
A nature-identical colorant used to give a shimmery, vibrant hue to soaps and other products; lab-created to be free of contaminants and unethical harvesting practices |
| milk | Lactic acid naturally found in milk works as a natural exfoliant |
| moringa | A highly hydrating and nourishing oil full of vitamins A and E; boasts antibacterial and anti-fungal properties |
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myrrh |
Historically used to treat wounds and prevent infections due to its antimicrobial, astringent, antifungal, stimulant, antiseptic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties |
| neem | High in skin nourishing fatty acids; said to promote wound healing, minimize inflammation, and reduce scarring |
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oatmeal |
Creates a barrier against the skin, adheres to the skin and attracts humidity |
| olive oil | Highly moisturizing and a valuable source of natural vitamin E |
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oxide colorants |
A durable natural pigment |
| pine tar | In its pure form, it demonstrates antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-pruritic properties making it effective in combined treatments for dry skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis |
| rose | Very hydrating and soothing for irritated inflamed skin; used to balance oil production and tone and tighten pores; a common ingredient for mature skin |
| safflower oil | High in linoleic fatty acid essential for both scalp, hair, and skin; said to increase circulation, "unclog" pores, stimulate cell regeneration to reduce scars and blemishes. |
| salt | Two forms found in our shop are sea salt, or sodium chloride, and magnesium salt, or magnesium chloride; mineral-rich benefits for the skin |
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sea mud/silt |
Mineral-rich and oil absorbing |
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SLSa (sodium lauryl sulfoacetate) |
A mild surfactant that provides emulsification, wetting, and foaming; removes oils and bacteria without irritating the skin; derived from coconut (not to be confused with SLS a.k.a. sodium lauryl sulfate) |
| sodium cocoyl isethionate | Also called SCI; a very gentle surfactant and foaming agent derived from coconut |
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spirulina |
Derived from algae; high in rare gamma linoleic acid found in few substances on earth |
| stearic acid | A saturated fatty acid naturally found in many plant-based sources like Shea butter and coconut oil |
| stinging nettle | Naturally stringent properties beneficial for dry, itchy, and inflamed skin |
| sunflower oil | A very emollient oil beneficial to soften, lock in moisture and hydrate dry skin; high in linoleic acid which helps skin repair and strengthens skin's barrier; non-comedogenic |
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tea tree |
Antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties are what works to relieve itching, redness, and burning |
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titanium dioxide |
A naturally occurring mineral used to whiten |
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turmeric |
Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and beneficial for fighting bacteria and evening and fading dark spots. |
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ultramarine colorants |
Natural ultramarine occurs as a component of the deep blue stone, lapis lazuli. They are made from mineral sources such as clay and sodium carbonate |
| Vitamin E | An natural antioxidant for maintaining the integrity of oils and a wonderful additive for the skin |
| water (distilled) | Captured steam; free of minerals and chemicals found in regular tap water |
| witch hazel | a shrub containing astringent substances called tannins that are shown to reduce inflammation of irritated skin |
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yogurt |
Known for its probiotics, or live cultures (fancy for good bacteria); anti-inflammatory; anti-aging |
| zinc oxide | Creates a natural, physical barrier on the skin |
Preservatives
Preservatives are non-negotiable in products containing any amount of water.
| Germall Plus | Broad spectrum antimicrobial preservative; paraben-free |
| Optiphen Plus | Broad spectrum antimicrobial preservative; no formaldehyde donors; paraben-free and formaldehyde-free |
| Preservative Eco | Broad spectrum preservative; paraben-free, formaldehyde-free, isothiazolone-free system; not suitable for children under 3 years old |
For informational purposes only.
Myrrh & FrankinSCENTS does not employ and is not a healthcare or medical professional and does not make any medical or healthcare claims. If you are pregnant, nursing, on medication, or prone to frequent allergic reactions, check with your healthcare professional before use of any products. Read the full disclaimer here.