Although we acquire the nutrients needed to allow our skin to function well from the foods we eat, there are some essential fatty acids that we are unable to produce biologically which are of great benefit to skin health. Applying extra nutrients to your skin topically can help the skin achieve optimum results, improving the look and feel of the skin whilst protecting the skins barrier, boosting the ability to reduce damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) light and environmental pollutants.
Rosehip Oil
High in essential fatty acids, this lightweight oil penetrates deeper into the skin layers offering intense hydration, instantly quenching dehydrated skin. Rich in anti oxidants, Rosehip Oil can help to reinforce the skins barrier, repairing UV damage and prevent future damage caused by harmful pollutants. It has anti bacterial, anti viral & anti fungal properties which may benefit some problematic skin types as it rehydrates the skin, reducing inflammation, helping prevent infections made worse by the condition. Rosehip Oil promotes skin cell renewal, increases elasticity and improves the skins moisture levels; revealing a brighter, softer, more even complexion.
Lavender
With its anti septic, anti fungal and anti inflammatory properties, Lavender naturally reduces inflammation and speeds up the healing process. It can have a soothing effect on dry skin conditions.
Neroli
A powerful hydrating and regenerative ingredient used to tighten and tone the skin. Neroli is anti inflammatory, anti bacterial and antiseptic. It reduces the appearance of scarring and skin imperfections, helps to treat pimples and reduces breakouts. Bursting with anti oxidants, Neroli soothes inflammation and redness, balances oil production, locking in moisture to reveal soft, glowing skin.
Jojoba Oil
Mimicking our own skins sebum, Jojoba Oil melts into the skin easily and is well suited to the face as it encourages healthy glowing skin without clogging the pores or leaving a greasy residue. Packed with anti oxidants it increases skins suppleness, helping to reduce superficial fine lines and wrinkles. With its anti inflammatory properties, sensitive skin benefits greatly as it helps calm skin and reduce any flare ups.
Frankincense
Known to soothe inflamed skin by reducing redness and itching, stimulating the growth of new cells and promoting faster healing, Frankincense reduces the appearance of large pores, strengthens the skin, improves the elasticity and evens out the skin tone. It can help to tighten and lift the skin and works to defend against bacteria and blemishes, adding a healthy glow.
Carrot Seed
High in anti oxidants, Carrot Seed essential oil helps to repair environmental damage, improving skin health and preventing further damage. It stimulates the growth of new cells which helps to improve dull skin, revealing a soft, smooth complexion.
Rose Geranium
Helps skin cells to regenerate quickly, soothing irritated and spot prone skin. It’s anti bacterial, anti fungal, anti oxidant and anti inflammatory properties helps unblock pores allowing skin to breathe; reducing excess oil and restoring skins natural sebum. Rose Geranium naturally tightens the skin without reducing moisture or suppleness, revealing a clearer, conditioned complexion.
Helichrysum
This rejuvenating essential oil is anti bacterial, anti oxidant and anti inflammatory. It stimulates the production of new skin cells resulting in smooth, nourished, healthy skin. Helichrysum has a soothing effect and is very moisturising. It can help to reduce the appearance of age spots, fine lines and wrinkles; improving the skins tone and texture.