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Organic Anti Aging Skincare Definitions

Skin Perfection has provided a complete list of organic skin care ingredients for the organic skin care products we offer.

Adipofill:

A new anti aging ingredient to help smooth out the skin's texture and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Adipofill also fills in under-eye hollowness and refreshes your appearance.

Agar:

Red seaweed and a natural thickener.

Allantoin:
From the Comfrey root. Comfrey roots contain a substance called allantoin, a powerful soothing agent that calms the skin.

Aloe Vera:
A glucomannan or polysacchride that is extremely hydrating and plumps up the skin.

Alginate:
Brown seaweed and a natural thickener. Skin firming.

Alpha Bisabolol:
The active ingredients in Chamomile, reduces puffiness and calms the skin.

Alpha Hydroxy Acids:: Fruit acids gently exfoliate and remove dead skin cells to reveal a youthful, radiant glow!

Alpha Lipoic Acid:: Destroys free radicals, it repairs aged skin, contributing to a healthy looking, glowing complexion.

Antarcticine® (Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract):
Glycoproteins from the Anarctic Sea which helps the skin appear more youthful.
Anti Oxidant Complex:
Rooibos, White Tea and Green Tea. Polyphenols function as free radical scavengers.

Apple Cider Vinegar:: Astringent that removes dead skin cells, rich in minerals and nutrients.

Apple Stem Cell:
Phytocell Tec Malus Domestica, or Swiss Apple Stem Cell extract, is a revolutionary anti aging extract that rejuvenates aging skin. PhytoCell Tec contains phospholipids that promote youthful looking skin. Your skin will look and act more resilient to aging. Studies have shown that 2% of Phytocell Tec decreased the look of crow's feet wrinkles by 8% in just 2 weeks! And 15% in just 4 weeks!

Apricot Kernel Oil:
Prunus Armeniaca- Helps the skin retain its elasticity and suppleness. High in Vitamin E, it is pressed for the kernels of apricots. Apricot Kernel is light and non greasy.

Argimony:: Is a tall yellow herb that is skin calming.

Argireline:

Argireline is a strand of six amino acids. It is an a peptide that visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Dr. Oz recently coined Argireline as a "Botox Alternative." Argireline is one of our favorite ingredients to help restore the skins youthful appearance.

Astralagus:
: Astralagus helps skin stay hydrated so skin in youthful and supple in appearance. Astralagus provides essential enrichment for healthy skin.

Astaxanthin:
Is a micro algae, Haematococcus Pluvialis, that naturally occurs in marine crustaceans and salmon. It is a Potent Antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals. It is 550 times more powerful than Vitamin E. Haematococcus Pluvialis is more potent and beneficial to our skin than Krill or Artic Shrimp. (Haematococcus Pluvialis contains 40,000 ppm of Astaxanthin, Krill contains 120ppm while Artic Shrimp contain 1,200ppm.)


Avocado:

Avocados contain large amounts of proteins that help keep our skin moisturized, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and helping our skin look youthful. High amounts of sterolins help reduce the signs of aging skin and helps diminish the look of age spots and help even skin tone. Avocados are rich in Vitamins A, B, D and E, Lutein, EFA’s (Essential Fatty Acids), Potassium and Sterolin.

Bearberry (Uva Ursi):

Natural Hydroquinone (arbutin) that reduces the appearance of discolorations on the skin.

Beta-Glucan (D):
Moisturizes skin. Oat Beta Glucans are very calming for the skin. They help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve the skin's texture and increase the skin's firmness.

Blueberry:
Blueberries have one of the highest levels of antioxidantsfound in fruit and vegetables. They contain Anthocyanins and high levels of vitamin C. Blueberries help nourish the skin, keeping it healthy.

Borage Oil:
Borago Officinalis- or Starflower. Simply the best Essential Fatty Acid for skin. It contains Gamma Linoeic Acid (what Evening Primrose is known for, GLA is found in mother's milk) It is gentler on skin than Evening Primrose oil. Great for all skin types, especially for those with acne and prematurely aging skin. Borage oil helps to maintain healthy skin as it moisturizes, reduces redness and calms irritated skin.

Calcium:

Helps normalizes the appearance of skin color. Calciium supports over 400 different functions of the body.

Calendula (Marigold):
Organic Calendula Officinalis- Calms irritated skin, helps nourish dry, chapped skin and is great for those with sensitive skin.

Camellia Oil:

Camellia Sasanqua- Camellia Oil contains a high content of oleic acid and is a must for those with mature, aging skin.

Carrot Oil:

Daucus Carota Sativa- Carrot Oil is a highly moisturizing for mature/dry skin. It is rich in Beta Carotene and Vitamin A. Vitamin A is recommended by dermatologists because it has been clinically shown to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Cranberry Seed Oil:

Vaccinium Macrocarpon- Cranberry seed oil has a high essential fatty acid content oil which helps your skin remain young and firm. It is a natural botanical oil with Omega 3 and 6.

Ceramide III:: Milk lipids (liposomes) help replenish the skins moisturization levels by preventing water loss.

Chamomile:
Chamomile is extremely gentle and calming it helps the skin feel soft and soothed.

Chlorella:
Provides the skin with essential nutrients so it can function properly.

Clove:
Clove is an essential oil that helps to clarify the skin. Clove provides a sweet aromatic scent and is high in manganese, vitamin C, calcium and magnesium.

Coconut Oil:
Helps the skin appear more youthful. It helps the skin regain lost elasticity, which visibly firms sagging jowls and neck lines. Antioxidants reduce the look of wrinkles, restoring a young appearance. Virgin Coconut Oil helps the skin look and act healthy, reducing the signs of aging. It is a natural moisturizer that you can also cook with!

Coltsfoot:
Collagen is too large to pass through our skin. A combination of Horsetail and Coltsfoot are recognized in the body as organic silica. The body treats silica as collagen promoting a more youthful appearance.

Comfrey:
Comfrey roots contain a substance called allantoin, a powerful soothing agent that promotes calming of the skin.

Copper Peptides:: Regenerates the skin’s appearance, giving new life to the skin’s surface.

Co Q10:
An outstanding antioxidant that aids in keeping skin cells healthy and youthful.
Cranberry:
Cranberries are high in phytonutrients, they are sometimes referred to as a "Super Fruit." Cranberries help to naturally brighten skin tone.


Cucumber:
Soothes and hydrates skin with vitamin c and silica.

Derm SRC:

Glucosamine and Botanical extracts, Pea and Bamboo, firms and tightens the skin.

DMAE: Salt of PABA. A naturally occurring substance that noticeably firms and tones the skin. It also helps the skin retain it's elasticity. Our DMAE is from the tartaric acid found in grapes.

Dry Brushing: A natural bristle brush is used on the body, gently exfoliates the skin to get rid of dead skin cell build up.

Emulsifying Wax:

Binds oil and water together. Our Emulsifying Wax is naturally derived from vegetable sources, it is a blend of Polysorbate 60 & Cetearyl Alcohol.

Ergothioneine:

Derived from mushrooms, it is a fierce anti-oxidant that clarifies the skin and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.

Essential Fatty Acid:
Vitamin F, Linoeic Acid. EFA's aids the body in working properly.

Evening Primrose Oil:

Oenothera Biennis- Evening Primrose Seed Oil is a one of the best sources of gamma linoleic acid, an Omega 6 fatty acid that is needed for our healthy skin. A light, non-oily skin conditioner, Evening Primrose is excellent for those with skin maladies. It is highly beneficial for those suffering from acne, eczema or psoriasis.

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Fennel:
is a herb with clarifying properties, it also has a wonderful anise scent.

Ferulic Acid:
Is a super antioxidant that helps reduce the look of wrinkles and helps restore firmness to the skin.
Fiflow®:
Dermal filler that boosts skin hydration which improves the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

Flax oil:
Linum Usitatissimum- Is obtained from linseed oil and is high in Omega 3. Flax is one of nature’s best emollients.

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GABA:

An amino acid that helps the muscles relax.

Geo Gard:
Is a great alternative to using parabens as a preservative. Geo Gard is paraben free and consists of Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate.

Germanium:
Powerful antioxidant that keeps your body healthy.

Ginkgo:
Is an herb that helps to calm and moisurize the skin.

Ginseng:
Promotes epidermal elasticity and helps skin act more youthful.

Glycosaminoglycans:
or GAG's contain polysacchrides and help the skin stay plump and youthful in appearance.

Goji:
Goji berries or Wolfberries are berries that are found in the Himalayin Mountains. They are highly nutritional providing polysacchrides, vitamins and minerals, including germanium. Goji is a "Super Fruit" and has a rating of 3,472 on the ORAC Scale. (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity)

Gotu Kola:
Centella asiatica, reduces the appearance of wrinkles and helps tone and firm skin. Gotu Kola contains beneficial antioxidants, magnesium and vitamin A, B, E and K. skin tone. Gotu Kola contains Triterpenoids which aid in revitalizing skin tone.

Grape Seed Oil(Vitis Vinifera):
High in vitamins, minerals and proteins. Is a light oil that is non greasy and absorbs quickly. It contains Vitamin E and is high in Linoleic acid.

Green Tea:
Contains polyphenols that restore the skin's appearance due to premature aging from sun damage and environmental polution.

Guarana:
Caffeine reduces puffiness with a noticeable tingling.

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Hemp Oil:

Cannabis Sativa Oil- Very moisturizing natural Emollient; Often paired with Flax seed.

Honey:
Natural antioxidant that helps the skin retain moisture and tighten.

Horsetail:
Collagen is too large to pass through our skin. A combination of Horsetail and Coltsfoot are recognized in the body as organic silica. The body treats silica as collagen. Helping our skin's appearance become more youthful looking.

Horse Chestnut:
Contains aescin and is an calming.

Hyaluronic Acid:
A Polysacchride that penetrates into the dermis layer of the skin promoting hydration. Helps provide volume and fullness to the skin.

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Idebenone:

An Anti Oxidant that is more potent than Co-Enzyme Q10 and Vitamin C. Idebenone tightens and firms, smooths and improves the skin's appearance.

Inyline™: or (Acetyl Hexapeptide-30) is a Line Filling Peptide that minimizes the appearance of expression lines and crow's feet.

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JOJOBA:
Jojoba is a botanical extract from jojoba tree (simmondsia chinenis). Jojoba oil is very similar to our own sebum. It softens and moisturizes the skin. Jojoba contains beneficial antioxidants such as Vitamin E and B complex vitamins. It also contains the minerals: silicon, chromium, copper, iodine and zinc. Jojoba oil is great for all skin types, even those with acne and rosacea.

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Kalahari Oil:

High in Omega 6 & 9, Kalahari Oil helps the skin retain elasticity and balances the moisture content of the skin.

Kukui Nut Oil:
Aleurites Molaccana- Kukui Nut Oil penetrates quickly without leaving a greasy feel. It provides lasting nourishment for dry skin as it contains antioxidant and Vitamins A, C and E.

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L- Carnitine:
     A naturally occuring amino acid, essential for healthy skin.
Lactic Acid:

                Balances the moisture level of the skin, prevents the appearance of wrinkles and exfoliates the outer layers of skin.

Lavender:
Helps the skin be calm and act more youthful.

Lecithin:
Natural phospholipids that form a film around cells to prevent water loss.

Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture:
             Helps the skin become firmer and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.

Licorice:
An natural botanical that helps to even out the skin's complexion.

Lipopeptide:
Peptides that help the skin be more resilient to aging for a youthful appearance and improves overall elasticity.

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate:
Leucidal® Liquid is a radish root ferment that is ECOCert Approved for use in Certified Organic products. Leucidal is a natural preservative derived from radishes fermented with Leuconostoc kimchii, a lactic acid bacteria that consists of a peptide with antimicrobial benefits. Leucidal liquid is a wonderful alternative to traditional preservatives such as parabens.

Lotus:

Is a herb that is relaxing and sweet smelling.

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Macadamia nut oil:
Macadamia Ternifolia- An amazing oil that is easily absorbed into the skin for a wonderful Moisturizing treatment. Macadamia Oil is beneficial for dry and mature skin.

Marine Collagen:
Is the most similar to human collagen. With its polysaccharides, vitamins and essential sea minerals, it plumps the skin, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improves skin elasticity and produces firmer, more even toned skin.

Marula Oil:

Full of antioxidants to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles by hydrating the skin. It smooths dry, dehydrated skin increasing the skin’s softness. Marula Oil helps to transform irritated skin and reduce redness

Matrixyl:   is a combination of 2 peptides, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide 7, diminish the look of fine lines and wrinkles, improving the skin’s youthful appearance.

Meadowfoam Seed Oil:
Limnanthes Alba- Helps reduce the look of wrinkles and the signs of aging by replenishing the hydration level in skin’s moisture barrier. Meadowfoam Oil is a light, non greasy oil that absorbs into the skin quickly.
MSM:
Methylsulfonylmethane is organic sulfur that helps support our skin with nutrients.

Mushroom:
Egrothioneine, an antioxidant that clarifies the skin and helps reduce the appearance ofhyperpigmentation. Promotes firmness and reduces pore size.

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Natural Emulsifying System:

              For those who would like an alternative to Emulsifying wax. The Natural Emulsifying System is made of Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetyl Palmitate and Palm Stearic Acid. The Natural Emusifying System is of vegetable origin and certified BSE-free and solvent free.

Natural Moisturizing Factor(NMF):
NMF regulates how much moisture is being retained by our skin. Proper skin hydration improves the appearance and health of your skin.

Niacin:
Vitamin B3 calms the skin resulting in reduced redness.

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Olive Oil:
Olea Europaea- Hydrating and skin softening, Olive oil is righ in polyphenols and antioxidants.

OPC-Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins:

          Contain antioxidant properies. Red wine, purple and red grapes, prunes, raisins, blueberries, blackberries, rose hips, pine bark, grape seeds, ginkgo leaf, red bilberries, lingon berries, raspberries, spinach, kale, currants, turmeric, ginger, hawthorn leaf, oregano.

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Pepha Tight:
Algae and pullalan. Gives an instant tightening to the skin.

Phytocell Tec Malus Domestica:

   or Apple Stem Cells is a new, revolutionary anti aging extract. It helps our skin look and feel as if it was younger, smoothing away the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Phytocell Tec Malus Domestica help correct skin tone, for a more even complexion. Restore your skin's optimal appearance with Apple Stem Cells. Apple Stem Cell products are found in high end Spa's and Dermatologist offices.

Pine Bark:
Also called French Maritime Pine Bark or Pycnogenol. Pine Bark keeps the skin firm and prevents the look of wrinkles. This super antioxidant helps improve the skins appearance. Pine Bark gives the skin a vibrant healthy glow!

Plankton:
Contains rare antioxidants, phospholipids, enzymes and amino acids that restore your skin's youthful appearance.

Polyphenols:
Nuetralize free radicals that can cause premature aging. Sun damage and pollution can cause our cells to release free radicals which destroy collagen.
Pomegranate:
Pomegranate is a "Super Fruit" loaded with antioxidants for replenishing and restoring aging skin.

Preservative:
A preservative must be used to keep the product safe from harboring any bacteria. We do this in a couple different ways without the use of parabens! First, we use airless containers that keep bacteria from our fingers away from the product so there is no contamination. Second, we use a blend of Rosemary, Neem, Vitamin E, Black Willowbark, and other Organic Extracts at specific levels to keep products safe. Radish Root Ferment Filtrate:is Leucidal® Liquid, it is ECOCert Approved for use in Certified Organic products. Leucidal is a natural preservative derived from radishes fermented with Leuconostoc kimchii, a lactic acid bacteria that consists of a peptide with antimicrobial benefits. Leucidal liquid is a wonderful alternative to traditional preservatives such as parabens. We also use Geo Gard, it is a paraben free preservative and consists of Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate. Preservatives are safety tested! Small packages also ensure that you get the freshest products!

Proline:
An Amino Acid that improves skin texture.

Propolis:
Bee pollen helps keep skin looking youthful.

Pumpkin Seed:
Increases the smoothness, firmness, elasticity, and tone of the skin. High in Zinc, Vit E, A and Omega 3 & 6.

Pumpkin Seed Oil:

Cucurbita Pepo- Pumpkin Oil is one of the most nourishing oils available. It provides Omega 3, Omega 6, Vitamins A, C, E and Zinc for healthy skin.

Pycnogenol:

Keeps skin firm and helps prevent the appearance of wrinkles.

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Radish Root Ferment Filtrate:
is Leucidal® Liquid, it is ECOCert Approved for use in Certified Organic products. Leucidal is a natural preservative derived from radishes fermented with Leuconostoc kimchii, a lactic acid bacteria that consists of a peptide with antimicrobial benefits. Leucidal liquid is a wonderful alternative to traditional preservatives such as parabens.

Raspberry Seed Oil:
Rubus Idaeus- Red Raspberry seed oil is loaded with essential fatty acids and Vitamin E. Raspberry seed oil conditions and hydrates by helping the skin retain more moisture.

Regu age:
contains soy and rice protein, to visibly reduce puffiness around the eyes.

Relistase:

   is a tetra peptide that improves the firmness and tightness of the skin, returning skin back to it's natural state. Relistase is an active peptide for mature skin that leads to tighter, younger looking skin.

Renovage:

also known as Teprenone, is part of a Nobel Prize winning discovery called TELOMERES. Teprenone keeps skin looking younger by improving the skin's moisture and hydration which reduces redness and pore size. Teprenone helps to improve the skin's texture and fine lines and wrinkles appear less visible.

Resveratrol:
Reveratrol comes from grape skins. Grape skin is a concentrated antioxidant that allows the skin to be more resilient to aging.

Retinol or Vitamin A. Vitamin A is a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals.Retinol effectively reverses the visible signs of premature aging that may be due to overexposure from the sun. Retinol unclogs pores by exfoliating the outer layer of dead skin cells and improves the overall look of facial complexions.

Rose:
Helps the appear and act more youthful. Provides and uplifting scent.

Rose Hips (Rosa Canina):
Softens skin and is high in Essential Fatty Acids. Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and Renews damaged skin. Composed of Vit C, Linoeic, Palmetic, Oleic, Stearic Acids.

Rosehip Seed Oi:

Helps to improves skin’s elasticity and helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Rosehip is high in Vitamin C making it effective for aging skin.

Royal Jelly:
Rich in amino acids and firms skin.

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Sea Buckthorn Oil:

                  Contains Omega 7 which gives skin a vibrant, healthy look.

Sea Emollient (Algae):
Algae that binds moisture and tightens skin.

Sea Kelp Bioferment (Kelp):
Kelp extract fermented with lactobacillus for firming. High in phytochemicals.

Sea Minerals:
Minerals from the sea, firming.

Silk Amino Acids:
                             Silk Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. They help keep our skin looking plump and full. Amino Acids restore elasticity, keeping your skin healthy and strong! Amino Acids are Sodium L-Pyrrolidone Carboxylate, Sodium Lactate, L-Arginine, L-Aspartic Acid, L-Pyrrolidonecarboxylic Acid, Glycine, L-Alanine, L-Serine, L-Valine, L-Proline, L-threonine, L-Isoleucine, L-Histidine, L-Phenylalanine.

SNAP 8:
is an elongation of our favorite hexa peptide, Argireline. It is anti-aging octa peptide that works to diminish the look of wrinkles by relaxing the appearance of expression lines. Clinical studies have shown that using Snap 8, twice a day, for 28 days with a 10% solution can reduce the appearance of wrinkle depth up to 63%. That is phenomenal!

Sodium Hyaluronate:
A Polysacchride that penetrates into the dermis layer of the skin promoting hydration. Helps provide volume and fullness to the skin.

Spin Trap:
Spin Trap, PHENYL BUTYL NITRONE, NITRONE, PBN, the smart antioxidant that traps free radicals and then converts the free radicals into nutrients that the body can reuse.

Super Antioxidant:
High rating on the ORAC scale such as Super Oxide Dismutase.

Super Oxide Dismutase (SOD):
A super antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals.

Sweet Almond Oil:
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis- Moisturizing oil obtained from pressed Almond Kernels. Sweet Almond Oil is high in Essential Fatty Acids which helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Syn Ake:
is a skin smoothing, anti aging ingredient that helps smooth the forehead frown lines and reduce the appearance of vertical wrinkles otherwise known as marionette lines. Syn Ake is based on a snake venom (Waglerin-1) peptide that is found in the Venom of the Temple Viper. Syn Ake has been shown to mimic the effects of Botox without injections! In a clinical trial using 45 subjects, using the product twice a day for 28 days, One-third used Syn Ake, one-third Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline) and one-third a placebo. The results were based on two areas: skin roughness and the appearance of wrinkles.

The average skin smoothing effect for each group of fifteen subjects was 21% for Syn Ake and just 4% for Argireline. The average reduction in the appearance of wrinkles was 20% for Syn Ake and 2% for Argireline! Syn Ake has a cumulative effect, for full effect to take place use it should be used for 30 days. Syn Ake won the Swiss Technology Award.

Syn Coll:

            is a tetra peptide that helps the skin regenerate its appearance and look significantly younger.

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Tamanu Oil:

Calophyllum Inophyllum- Tamanu oil hydrates dehydrated skin. It is great for theose who are acne prone as Tamanu Oil replenishes regular sebum production. Tamanu oil helps even skin tone and reduce the appearance of acne marks and brown spots. It also helps your skin to act younger, visibly reducing the look of wrinkles.

Teprenone:

also known as Renovage, is part of a Nobel Prize winning discovery called TELOMERES. Teprenone keeps skin looking younger by improving the skin's moisture and hydration which reduces redness and pore size. Teprenone helps to improve the skin's texture and fine lines and wrinkles appear less visible.

Tinosan:
Is a preservative which is made of Citric Acid and Silver Citrate.

Tyrostat:
A natural plant extract called Rumex Occidentalis helps reduce the appearance brown pigmentation and age spots.

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Vitamins:
Vitamin A reduces the appearance of wrinkles. Vitamin B's calm and reduce redness in the skin . Vitamin C is an anti-oxidant that provides essential nutrients. Allowing the skin to be healthy and function properly. Vitamin K helps diminish dark circles by improving the capillaries.

Vitamin E:

Tocopheryl Acetate- Has long been one of the best oils, that is high in linoleic acid, for anti aging. Vitamin E emolliates the skin and reduces the visible appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is one of the most trusted antioxidants.

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Walnut Oil:

Moisturizes dry matutre skin and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Wheat Protein:

Helps to firm skin and elasticity.

Wild Yam:
Helps the skin act and appear more resilient to aging.

Wheat Germ Oil:

Triticum Vulgare- Provides your skin with essential nutrients as it is naturally rich in Vitamins A, B, D, E and F, Essential Fatty Acids, protein, and minerals. Wheat Germ has antioxidant properties and is great for aging skin.

White Tea:
The Emperors Tea, more anti-oxidants than green tea, calms the skin, helps improve the skin's appearance and elasticity.

Witch Hazel:
Softens and sooths the skin.

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Yarrow:
Calms and gently sooths the skin.