All Ingredients: Aqua, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Methyl Isethionate, Lauric Acid, Betaine, Parfum, Lactic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Laurate, Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Magnesium Sulfate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Phytate, Algae Extract, Calcivum Chloride, Magnesium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Cyathea Medullaris Leaf Extract, Calcium Gluconate, Gluconolactone, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.

(Iselux) Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate & Sodium Methyl Isethionate & Lauric Acid & Sodium Laurate, is an extremely mild cleanser that can be used as a primary or secondary surfactant and is ideally used where a dense, luxurious foam and elegant after-feel is desired. It provides gentle yet thorough cleansing with outstanding rinse-ability. The excellent water solubility properties allow the formulator to product crystal clear liquid cleansing systems. The secondary ester structure of Iselux makes it more hydrolytically stable than many common esters and this coupled with its broad pH stability range makes formulating easy.

Coco-Glucoside & Aqua, Vegetable based nonionic surfactant with a balanced combination regarding the foam volume and the excellent dermatological properties.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI) is a very mild surfactant and is designed to work effectively in hard water. It is derived from coconut fatty acids and is fully biodegradable. SCI is gentle enough to use in products for babies and personal cleansers for sensitive areas such as eye-makeup removers. SCI also leaves a silky skin feel whilst simultaneously exhibiting excellent lathering properties.

Betaine, Plant based-extracted from sugar beets. Primarily functions as a humectant and anti-irritant in cosmetic products. The small polar molecules of this ingredient are prone to hydrogen bonding (AKA interacting with water), which in turn gives it the ability to retain moisture.

Phenoxyethanol & Ethylhexylglycerin, (Synthetic) Effective broad spectrum anti-microbiological preservative system considered to be non-toxic and safe, used in a wide range of personal care applications. Effective for gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria and confers excellent fungicidal activity of moulds and yeasts. Good system when products have a pH less than 7. Approved for use in Europe, USA and Japan.

Lactic Acid, Natural-produced by fermentation from sugar. Lactic acid works magically as a nourishing agent for the skin. The is because it is a humectant and reduces the trans-epidermal loss of water through the increased production of oils and fats within the skin. This helps hydrate the cell structure of the skin and keep it supple. This product is an acidifier with moisturising exfoliation, and antibacterial properties.

Dead Sea Salt, the unique composition of Dead Sea Salt has made the Dead Sea the ideal destination for those who need to relax, rejuvenate and re-mineralise. Bathing in these famous waters is said to benefit rheumatic conditions as well as numerous skin disorders. Dead Sea waters are unique, having a total salt concentration that is 10 times higher than ocean water, reaching 33% versus 3%. The composition of the salt is also unique, being rich in magnesium, potassium and calcium chlorides. Like other therapeutic salts such as Epsom Salt and Magnesium Chloride, the minerals of Dead Sea Mineral Salt are absorbed transdermally; i.e through the skin. Evidence suggests this can be an effective absorption method for some minerals.

Sodium Phytate, (Natural) Biodegradable chelating agent which inactivates metal ions in formulations. This is important as metals can be in a cosmetic formulation from impurities from ingredients (eg. extracts, pigments). In cosmetic formulation metals promote oxidation reactions, may cause discolouration, and impair foaming properties of surfactants. It also acts synergistically with cosmetic antioxidants like tocopherol and ascorbyl palmitate. Also aids preservation systems. Approved for use in Europe, USA and Japan.

Epsom Salts, make an excellent addition to baths, soothing muscle aches and pains and acting as a magnesium supplement. As such they make a great addition to Bath Bombs or bath salt blends. Natural Epsom Salts are extracted from the earth as opposed to standard Epsom Salts which are made by mixing magnesium and sulphur compounds.

HyaluronIc Acid (HA) is naturally present in human tissues such as skin, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. It acts as a connective tissue 'organiser' and helps to hold water. HA is found in both layers of the skin where it has a protective, structure stabilising and shock-absorbing function. About a third of the total amount of HA in the entire human body is found in the skin. As we age, the content of HA in the skin decreases, which may contribute to loss of freshness, hydration, moisture and elasticity in the skin and the development of wrinkles. This may be resolved by adding commercially produced HA to cosmetic products. Its ability to penetrate the skin and unique moisturising and viscoelastic (both viscous and elastic) properties make the skin softened and restore its elasticity contributing a significant anti-wrinkle effect. Hyaluronic acid can be added to various cosmetic products such as creams, lotions, serums, shampoos, conditioners, bath oils, foundations, lipsticks, or lip balms. PureNature Hyaluronic acid is produced from by-products of the bacterial fermentation of Corn, Wheat, and Yeast Extract. It is not of animal origin and may therefore be used in vegetarian or vegan preparations.

OceanDerMX Lift&Firm, this unique and biodiverse botanical blend effectively diminishes fine lines and wrinkles due to the firming and lifting properties of native New Zealand Red seaweed and Mamaku-Black fern meristem cells. The unique milieu of sulfated glucosaminoglycans (sGAGs) within our red seaweed, acts as a supreme bioactive delivery system for its own and added bioactives, unrivalled immediate and long-lasting hydrator and bio-indentical structural scaffold to ensure the skin gains or maintains its suppleness, firmness, and vitality along with supreme hydration. This is further enhanced by the world's most intriguingly unique biopolymers, derived from the meristem of Mamaku - native New Zealand Black fern.

The patented, hardworking duo features a viscoelastic matrix of bioavailable, and biomimetic polymers from native New Zealand red seaweed and Mamaku - Black fern meristems with excellent sensorial profile and hydrating properties.

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