HERO PROPERTIES: Emollient rich in nutrients and antioxidants. 

WHAT IT DOES: It moisturises dry skin, improves the appearance of skin tone and help smooth and rejuvenate skin. 

WHERE IT’S FROM: Cold pressed from the seeds of almond fruit. 

HERO PROPERTIES: Contains antioxidants, enzymes, and vitamins A & C

WHAT IT DOES: Used for centuries as a natural anti-inflammatory ingredient.  It has soothing & healing properties and is an excellent moisturiser.

WHERE IT’S FROM: Gel is extracted from the leaf of the Aloe Vera plant and is dried to form a powder.

HERO PROPERTIES: High in vitamin C and antioxidants as well as vitamins A and B.

WHAT IT DOES: Helps improve skin elasticity and protecting against free radical damage as well as having anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties. Is a prebiotic food source.

WHERE IT’S FROM: Powder extracted from the fruit pulp of the baobab tree.

HERO PROPERTIES: Gentle abrasive

WHAT IT DOES: Helps safely remove plaque by gently polishing the teeth whilst brushing.

WHERE IT’S FROM: Common substance found in rocks such as limestone. Is purified when extracted.

HERO PROPERTIES: Anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties. 

WHAT IT DOES: A mild relaxant, historically used in natural medicine as mild tranquilisers or sedatives 

WHERE IT’S FROM: Extracted from dried flowers of the chamomile plant.

HERO PROPERTIES: Emollient with medium chain essential fatty acids (lauric acid, capric acid and caprylic acid) 

WHAT IT DOES: Moisturises skin whilst protecting it against pathogens and relieving inflammation

WHERE IT’S FROM: Oil extracted from raw coconuts or dried coconut kernels 

HERO PROPERTIES: Mainly consists of the oxide 1,8 cineole (also known as eucalyptol or just cineole).

WHAT IT DOES: Historically, used for its key therapeutic benefits for respiratory health and pain relief. 

WHERE IT’S FROM: Steam distilled from the leaves of the Blue Gum Eucalyptus tree. 

HERO PROPERTIES: Naturally occurring polysacharides  

WHAT IT DOES: Is a food source for beneficial microbes on the skin to help balance the skins microbiome.

WHERE IT’S FROM: Extracted from chicory roots 

HERO PROPERTIES: Oil is extremely high in both essential fatty acids (Linolenic acid, Omega 6 & 9) and natural Vitamin A, C & E

WHAT IT DOES: Hydrating oil with anti-inflammatory properties. Helps to stimulate skin cell growth, prompting regeneration and giving skin a much plumper, fresher appearance

WHERE IT’S FROM: Cold pressed extraction of the seeds from the fruit of the Kalahari Melon

HERO PROPERTIES: Lactobacillus cytoplasm

WHAT IT DOES: Recognised by existing lactobacillus and other commensal bacteria on the skin. It contributes to hydrating and protecting the skin against harmful microorganisms by assisting in competitive exclusion of pathogenic bacteria as well as the development of T-junctions.

WHERE IT’S FROM: Lactobacillus cell contents (cytoplasm) are extracted from the fermentation of lactobacillus bacteria.

HERO PROPERTIES:  Linalool and linalyl acetate

WHAT IT DOES: The scent has calming, soothing properties, as well as having natural antibacterial and antifungal properties.

WHERE IT’S FROM: Steam distillation of fresh or partly dried lavender tops.

HERO PROPERTIES: Active compounds polysacharides and flavanoids

WHAT IT DOES: Has been shown to spport irritated mucous mebranes and the development of new cells.

WHERE IT’S FROM: Extracted from the powdered root of the Marshmallow plant.

HERO PROPERTIES: Rich in essential fatty acids, omega 6 & 9. Its high content of tocopherols, flavanols and catechins make marula oil a strong antioxidant.

WHAT IT DOES: Helps to regenerate skin cells, protects the skin against damaging effects from the environment, and improves hydration and smoothness. It is also effective at keeping hair soft, supple, and moisturised.

WHERE IT’S FROM: Cold pressed extraction of oil from the seed kernels of marula fruit

HERO PROPERTIES: Azadirachtin is the most active repellent component in neem oil. Also is rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants.

WHAT IT DOES: Known for repelling insects. Promotes wound healing and relieves dry skin.

WHERE IT’S FROM: Cold pressed extraction of crushed neem seed kernels