Glossary

Wondering what's in your soap? Or baffled by long, unpronounceable names? Our herb and ingredient glossary gives you the full A-Z on every ingredient we use. A complete guide to the benefits, properties and sources of our 100% vegetarian, cruelty-free ingredients.

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Inositol
Derived from corn (vitamin B factor); protects hair and skin cells against damage from toxins.

Irish moss extract
Chondrus crispus
Derived from red macro-algae; moisturizes, conditions and soothes. Also used to treat chapped skin.

Iron oxides
Derived from iron combined with oxygen; provides natural mineral coloring for cosmetics.

Isopropyl palmitate
Derived from palm oil; skin conditioner and emollient.

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