A space designed to help you understand, not just what’s inside our products, but why each element is lovingly chosen.
Pure, Wise Body Care — Inside Every Jar
We believe that your body deserves to know exactly what it’s being nourished with.
No fillers. No synthetics. No secrets.
Just pure ingredients, transparent purpose, and integrity you can trust.
The only ingredients we use in our products come from the list on this page – and every ingredient is carefully selected for safety, efficacy, and harmony.
Below you’ll find two layers of information:
✔ Quick-View Summary (for simple, clear guidance)
✔ Full Ingredient Library (for deeper, educational insight)
🌸 Quick-View: What Our Ingredients Do
Arrowroot Powder — absorbs moisture, softens skin, gentle + soothing
Bentonite Clay — clarifies, draws out impurities, supports calm skin
Coconut Oil — deeply nourishing, softening, antimicrobial
Jojoba Oil — balances, hydrates, supports natural sebum harmony
Rosehip Seed Oil — rejuvenates, brightens, supports skin renewal
Raw Shea Butter — rich moisture, protection, soothing repair
Witch Hazel — tones, calms, reduces appearance of redness
Zinc Oxide (Non-Nano) — protects, soothes, supports skin healing
Essential Oils — aromatherapy benefits; skin, hair, and mood support
🌱 Full Ingredient Library
Each ingredient includes examples of the following (note: not every single purpose, use, etc. is listed because we didn’t feel like writing a book about it… yet):
✔ The What and Where
✔ Benefits (purpose)
✔ Nutrients
✔ Common Uses
✔ Traditional Uses
✔ Energetic Associations
✔ Our Products
Base Ingredients (A-Z)
Arrowroot Powder
(Maranta arundinacea Root Powder)
A fine, soothing starch made from the tubers of the Maranta arundinacea plant. It is native to the Caribbean and South America, and now grown in tropical regions worldwide. Often harvested by hand, washed, grated, and carefully dried into a soft powder.
Benefits:
- Absorbs moisture
- Softens and soothes skin
- Reduces greasiness in balms & butters
Nutrients: Potassium, iron, B-vitamins, resistant starch
Common Uses: Deodorants, baby-safe powders, moisture-balancing body care
Traditional Uses: Indigenous Caribbean cultures used it for calming the skin
Energetic Associations: Grounding, stabilizing
Our Products: Butters
Bentonite Clay
(Montmorillonite)
A mineral-rich clay formed from aged volcanic ash. It is primarily sourced from ancient volcanic regions across the United States (especially Wyoming), as well as Greece, France, and India. Mined, sun-dried, and finely milled into a silky, absorbent clay.
Benefits:
- Clarifies & draws out impurities
- Helps balance oils
- Supports calmer, clearer skin
Nutrients: Silica, calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium
Common Uses: Creams, balms, face masks, deodorants
Traditional Uses: Used by many cultures for cleansing & purification
Energetic Associations: Clearing, absorbing heavy or stagnant energy
Our Products: Nature’s Diaper Rash Cream
Coconut Oil
(Cocos nucifera Oil)
A creamy, nutrient-dense oil cold-pressed from the white flesh of coconuts. It is derived from tropical regions including the Philippines, Indonesia, India, and Sri Lanka. The oil is extracted from freshly milled coconut meat, then filtered for purity.
Benefits:
- Deep moisture & barrier nourishment
- Softening
- Naturally antimicrobial
Nutrients: Lauric acid, caprylic acid, vitamin E, polyphenols
Common Uses: Butters, balms, sensitive skin care, baby care
Traditional Uses: Ayurveda & Pacific Island traditions for skin + hair
Energetic Associations: Protection, comfort, nurturing warmth
Our Products: butters, serums, Nature’s Diaper Rash Cream
Jojoba Oil
(Simmondsia chinensis Seed Oil)
A golden, liquid plant wax pressed from the seeds of the jojoba shrub (Simmondsia chinensis). It is native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, now grown in arid climates around the world. Seeds are cold-pressed to preserve nutrients.
Benefits:
- Balances natural oils
- Lightweight hydration
- Supports skin repair through mimicking the structure of our own skin’s sebum
Nutrients: Vitamin E, B vitamins, zinc, copper, iodine
Common Uses: Serums, facial oils, baby-safe blends
Traditional Uses: Indigenous tribes used jojoba for wounds + skin conditioning
Energetic Associations: Balance, harmony
Rosehip Seed Oil
(Rosa canina Seed Oil)
A restorative botanical oil pressed from the seeds of wild rose bushes (Rosa canina, Rosa rubiginosa). It is commonly harvested in the mountainous regions of Chile, Argentina, and Europe. Rosehips are collected after the petals fall, their seeds dried and cold-pressed.
Benefits:
- Supports skin renewal
- Brightens appearance
- Helps reduce look of scars, fine lines, and uneven tone
Nutrients: Vitamins A, C, E, essential fatty acids
Common Uses: Serums, facial oils, healing balms
Traditional Uses: Ancient Egyptians & Mayans used rosehip for skin repair
Energetic Associations: Renewal, radiance, heart-centered energy
Shea Butter (Raw)
(Butyrospermum parkii Butter)
A rich, velvety butter from the nuts of the shea tree. It is indigenous to West Africa — Ghana, Burkina Faso, and Mali. The nuts are traditionally hand-harvested, sun-dried, roasted, ground, and kneaded to extract the butter — often in community-led, women-run cooperatives (which is who our vendors are).
Benefits:
- Deep moisture
- Protective barrier support
- Soothes dry, irritated, or sensitive skin
Nutrients: Vitamins A & E, fatty acids, anti-inflammatory triterpenes
Common Uses: Body butters, baby-safe balms, mama care
Traditional Uses: West African healing & moisturizing practices
Energetic Associations: Softening, grounding, maternal warmth
Our Products: butters, Nature’s Diaper Rash Cream
Witch Hazel
(Hamamelis virginiana Extract)
A botanical astringent made from the bark or leaves of the witch hazel shrub (Hamamelis virginiana). It is native to North America. The plant material is steam-distilled (alcohol-free versions) or macerated (alcohol-based extractions) to draw out its soothing tannins and antioxidants.
Benefits:
- Reduces appearance of redness
- Tones + calms skin
- Helps soothe irritation
Nutrients: Tannins, flavonoids, gallic acid
Common Uses: Toning products, sprays, post-shave, calming blends
Traditional Uses: Native American medicine for swelling + skin discomfort
Energetic Associations: Cooling, clarity, emotional ease
Our Products: Aromatherapy Sprays (coming soon)
Zinc Oxide (non-nano)
(Zinc Oxide)
A naturally occurring mineral used in its purified powdered form. Zinc ore is mined worldwide with major deposits in Australia, the U.S., and China. It is then carefully purified and milled into cosmetic-grade zinc oxide. Non-nano refers to particle size large enough to stay on the surface of the skin.
Benefits:
- Gentle skin protection
- Soothes and calms
- Supports skin repair
Nutrients: Mineral zinc
Common Uses: Diaper balms, barrier creams, protective ointments, sunscreens, deodorant
Traditional Uses: Historically applied as skin-shielding pastes
Energetic Associations: Boundary-setting, grounding, protective energy
Our Products: Nature’s Diaper Rash Cream
Essential Oils (A-Z)
Bergamot
Cold-pressed from the rinds of bergamot citrus fruits grown in Southern Italy.
Nutrients: Antioxidants like vitamin C compounds
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Mood support, clarifying skin, antibacterial
Common Uses: Stress relief, uplifting blends, brightening skin
Traditional Uses: Italian medicine for emotional balance
Energetic Associations: Joy, clearing emotional heaviness, confidence
Chamomile (Roman)
Steam-distilled from the small daisy-like flowers grown in England, France, and Hungary.
Nutrients: Antioxidants & flavonoids
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Calming for sensitive skin, reduces appearance of irritation
Common Uses: Relaxation, sleep, gentle skincare
Traditional Uses: Used by Greeks and Egyptians for soothing and calming rituals
Energetic Associations: Softening emotional tension, inner peace, comfort
Clary Sage
Steam-distilled from flowering tops and leaves grown in France, Bulgaria, and Italy.
Nutrients: Antioxidant compounds
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Mood balancing, skin-toning
Common Uses: Hormonal support blends, relaxation, grounding
Traditional Uses: Medieval use for “clear sight” spiritually and physically
Energetic Associations: Intuition, clarity, releasing fear
Eucalyptus
Steam-distilled from the leaves of eucalyptus trees native to Australia (now grown worldwide).
Nutrients: Plant antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Refreshes senses, supports feeling of clear breathing
Common Uses: Respiratory blends, muscle rubs
Traditional Uses: Aboriginal medicine for purification
Energetic Associations: Clears mental fog, energizes, purifies
Fennel
Steam-distilled from crushed fennel seeds grown in the Mediterranean and India.
Nutrients: Antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Supports circulation, tones skin
Common Uses: Digestive support blends, grounding aromatics
Traditional Uses: Used by Greeks for courage and protection
Energetic Associations: Strength, clarity, empowerment
Frankincense
Steam-distilled from the resin of Boswellia trees native to Oman, Somalia, and Ethiopia.
Nutrients: Antioxidants & soothing compounds
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Reduces appearance of fine lines, deeply calming
Common Uses: Meditation, anti-aging skincare
Traditional Uses: Sacred in nearly every ancient culture
Energetic Associations: Spiritual connection, grounding, divine presence
Geranium Bourbon
Steam-distilled from rose-scented geranium leaves grown in Madagascar, Egypt, and China.
Nutrients: Antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Harmonizes skin tone, softens appearance of lines
Common Uses: Skincare, feminine-balancing blends
Traditional Uses: Victorian and African traditions for beauty rituals
Energetic Associations: Emotional balance, heart-centered harmony
Geranium Rosat
Steam-distilled from rose-scented geranium leaves grown in Madagascar, Egypt, and China.
Nutrients: Antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Supports skin vitality
Common Uses: Aromatherapy, skincare
Traditional Uses: Similar to Geranium Bourbon; used for beauty and mood
Energetic Associations: Self-love, emotional alignment
Ginger
Steam-distilled or CO₂-extracted from the root grown in India, China, and Nigeria.
Nutrients: Antioxidant compounds
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Warming, stimulates the senses
Common Uses: Muscle blends, energizing aromatics
Traditional Uses: Ayurveda and Chinese medicine for vitality
Energetic Associations: Courage, fire, forward movement
Jasmine
Solvent-extracted from delicate jasmine blossoms grown in India, Egypt, and France.
Nutrients: Plant antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Uplifts mood, supports skin softness
Common Uses: Perfumery, emotional support
Traditional Uses: Sacred in India for love and sensuality
Energetic Associations: Heart opening, magnetism, divine feminine
Juniper Berry
Steam-distilled from berries grown in the Mediterranean, Eastern Europe, and the Himalayas.
Nutrients: Antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Clarifies skin, grounding
Common Uses: Detoxifying blends
Traditional Uses: Used in smudging and purification rites
Energetic Associations: Boundaries, cleansing, protection
Lavender (Wild)
Steam-distilled from wild lavender flowers grown in the Mediterranean, especially France and Spain.
Nutrients: Antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Calms skin & senses, reduces appearance of irritation
Common Uses: Sleep, relaxation, gentle blends
Traditional Uses: Used throughout Europe for cleansing and calm
Energetic Associations: Peace, restoration, emotional healing
Lemon
Cold-pressed from lemon rinds grown in Italy, California, and Argentina.
Nutrients: Vitamin C–rich antioxidant molecules
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Brightens and refreshes skin
Common Uses: Cleaning blends, energizing aromatics
Traditional Uses: Used in purification rituals
Energetic Associations: Uplift, focus, mental clarity
Lemongrass
Steam-distilled from tall grass leaves grown in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
Nutrients: Antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Cleansing, toning
Common Uses: Massage blends, clarifying skincare
Traditional Uses: Southeast Asian cleansing rituals
Energetic Associations: Cutting through stagnant energy, focus
Peppermint
Steam-distilled from leaves grown in United States (Pacific Northwest) and Europe.
Nutrients: Antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Cooling sensation, mental clarity
Common Uses: Head tension blends, energizing aromatics
Traditional Uses: Used for digestive and spiritual clarity
Energetic Associations: Awakening, refreshing, clarity
Rosemary
Steam-distilled from flowering tops grown around the Mediterranean, especially Spain and Morocco.
Nutrients: Antioxidants including vitamin-like compounds
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Supports clarity, invigorates scalp
Common Uses: Hair care, mental focus blends
Traditional Uses: Ancient Greeks used it for memory and ceremony
Energetic Associations: Focus, protection, vitality
Sandalwood
Steam-distilled from heartwood of sandalwood trees — traditionally Indian Sandalwood, with sustainable options from Australia.
Nutrients: Plant compounds with soothing properties
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Calms skin, supports meditation
Common Uses: Spiritual blends, perfumery
Traditional Uses: Sacred in Hindu and Buddhist traditions
Energetic Associations: Grounding, spiritual connection, calm presence
Tea Tree
Steam-distilled from leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, native to Australia.
Nutrients: Antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Supports the appearance of clear skin
Common Uses: Cleansing blends, blemish care
Traditional Uses: Used by Aboriginal people for centuries
Energetic Associations: Protection, purification, boundary setting
Ylang Ylang
Steam-distilled from fragrant blossoms grown in Madagascar and Comoros.
Nutrients: Antioxidants
Evidence-Backed Purpose: Balances skin oil, comforting
Common Uses: Perfumery, sensual blends
Traditional Uses: Used in Indonesia on wedding nights
Energetic Associations: Joy, sensuality, emotional harmony