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INGREDIENTS

  • Neroli supports natural cell renewal and has stress-relieving properties. 
     

  • Prickly Pear, a superfood, is anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.
     

  • Licorice brightens the skin by inhibiting melanin. Noncomedogenic of rapid absorption.

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Ingredients

Neroli/Orange Blossom

Neroli has legendary benefits that makes it a treasure trove for sensitive skin. Elegant and mysterious, its aroma is uplifting, citrusy, refreshing and has bitter-sweet base notes. Great for sensitive and mature skins since it softens dry, thinning, and chapped skin. Helps promote cell regeneration [1]. (Ph.D, 2021) 

[1] Ph.D, M. B. (2021, October 15). The Healing Power Of Neroli Oil: Boost Mood, Prevent Autoimmunity & Healing the Spirit With Miracle Power of Neroli Oil. Independently published.

Prickly Pear's

also called Opuntia ficus indica,  may very well be the next SUPERFOOD (Bonnie et al., 2021.) Its nutritional composition[1] is that rich. A succulent of the cactaceae family, grows wild mostly in arid regions of the world, particularly, the Mediterranean. (Silva et al., 2021.)  Its precious seed oil is extracted by cold press, and according to recent research, Prickly pear seed oil is antimicrobial, and it has anti-inflammatory properties derived from a unique biologic composition rich in vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds. (Bardaa et al., 2020.)  These include a high content of precious polyphenols, (Koubaa et al., 2016) vitamin E, fatty acids, sterols, phenolics and flavonoids, which makes it a natural antioxidant.   

Prickly Pear is ideal for dry, “crepey” skin due to the presence of linoleic acid[6], as it helps to maintain moisture, visibly improving the dry look, and giving the skin the appearance of elasticity and suppleness minimizing the fine lines. Its antibacterial properties, make it favorable for acne prone skin, leading to a well-balanced skin care barrier. (Ramadan & Mörsel, 2003.) 

Prickly pear seed oil, also called Opuntia ficus indica, is antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory due to a unique biologic composition rich in vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds, research shows. (Bardaa et al., 2020.)  These include a high content of precious polyphenols, (Koubaa et al., 2016) vitamin E, fatty acids, sterols, phenolics and flavonoids. 

OLIVE SQUALANE

also called Opuntia ficus indica,  may very well be the next SUPERFOOD (Bonnie et al., 2021.) Its nutritional composition[1] is that rich. A succulent of the cactaceae family, grows wild mostly in arid regions of the world, particularly, the Mediterranean. (Silva et al., 2021.)  Its precious seed oil is extracted by cold press, and according to recent research, Prickly pear seed oil is antimicrobial, and it has anti-inflammatory properties derived from a unique biologic composition rich in vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds. (Bardaa et al., 2020.)  These include a high content of precious polyphenols, (Koubaa et al., 2016) vitamin E, fatty acids, sterols, phenolics and flavonoids, which makes it a natural antioxidant.   

Prickly Pear is ideal for dry, “crepey” skin due to the presence of linoleic acid[6], as it helps to maintain moisture, visibly improving the dry look, and giving the skin the appearance of elasticity and suppleness minimizing the fine lines. Its antibacterial properties, make it favorable for acne prone skin, leading to a well-balanced skin care barrier. (Ramadan & Mörsel, 2003.) 

Neroli Magic Moisturizer

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Ahmad Nasrollahi, Saman, et al. “Comparison of Linoleic Acid-Containing Water-In-Oil Emulsion with Urea-Containing Water-In-Oil

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“6 Incredible Benefits of Shea Butter the Skin Care Superhero Relieves Dry Skin and Eases Irritation." 6 Incredible Benefits of Shea Butter     

              the Skin Care Superhero Relieves Dry Skin and Eases Irritation, Oct. 2022, https://health.clevelandclinic.org/shea-butter-benefits/.

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Pure DI Water

Pure DI Water

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Neroli

Neroli

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Prickly Pear

Prickly Pear

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Liquorice

Liquorice

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Watermelon

Watermelon

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Jojoba

Jojoba

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Avocado Oil

Avocado Oil

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Sweet Almond

Sweet Almond

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Olive Squalane

Olive Squalane

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L-Arginine

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Lavender

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Shea Butter

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Cucumber

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Vitamin E

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Frankincense

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Pro Vitamin B5

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Oats

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Aloe Vera

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