Antioxidant Serum Ingredients
Organic Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil serves as the perfect complimentary oil to tallow due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Studies have shown jojoba oil to be an excellent emollient agent, meaning it increases the softness and suppleness of skin without leaving it feeling oily or greasy. Jojoba oil also shares a similar composition to skin sebum, which allows it to easily absorb and seamlessly integrate into the skin.
Organic Castor Oil
Castor oil is an oil extracted from the Ricinus communis (castor bean) plant which originates in the southeastern Mediterranean Basin, East Africa, and India. Castor oil has a wide array of therapeutic and medicinal properties and has been used traditionally by ancient civilizations to treat skin inflammation, irritation, and detoxification. Castor beans have been found in Egyptian tombs dating back to 4000 BC, and it is even said that Cleopatra would use castor oil for her beauty treatments. This oil’s timeless popularity is no doubt due to its unique fatty acid composition, which makes it extremely stable and difficult to oxidize. Because of this, castor oil can hydrate, heal, and protect the skin without degrading in various conditions.
Organic Carrot Seed Oil
This oil is derived from an herbaceous biennial plant called “wild carrot” or “Queen Anne’s Lace”. This carrot seed oil is 100% cold pressed and concentrated in its purest form. Carrot seed oil is extremely high in vitamin A, vitamin E, and various antioxidants which is why it is known to soothe inflammation, even skin tone, and protect against damaging UV sun rays.
Squalane
Squalane is an ultra-hydrating, powerful emollient derived from the olive plant, that leaves the skin feeling nourished and regenerated. Squalane is a crucial component of human sebum, which is why it absorbs easily into the skin and is compatible with most skin types. Several studies have shown that squalane exhibits a wide array of skin nourishing benefits including anticancer, antioxidant, detoxifying, hydrating and emollient activities.
Organic Yarrow Flowers (achillea millefolium)
Achillea millefolium commonly known as yarrow is a white flowering plant native to temperate areas of Asia, Europe, and North America. With a long history of traditional use in medicine around the world, yarrow has been proven to contain a wide array of nutritional compounds; flavonoids, phenolic acids, terpenes, guaianolides, phytosterols, and fatty acids all contribute to this oil’s powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Studies have shown that yarrow can decrease inflammation, calm skin, aid in wound healing, and even in smooth and firm skin.
Organic Calendula Flowers
Calendula is an herbaceous flowering plant that originates in the Mediterranean. This flower has been prized for centuries and is even commonly referred to as “marigolds” in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This beautiful yellow flower is rich in nourishing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds such as flavonoids, triterpenoids, glycosides, carotenoids, and sterols. With all these antioxidants working in tandem to heal and nourish the skin, calendula has been shown to aid in soothing diaper rash, dermatitis, and even facilitated healing time for C-section scars in a published scientific study.
Organic Lavender Flowers (lavandula)
Lavender is a beautiful purple flowering plant in the mint family native to the dry and warm regions of Europe and Asia. This flower’s essential oil is rich in monoterpenes which are antioxidants that have documented anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-oxidative, and anti-inflammatory properties. In addition to this, Lavender essential oil has been shown to relieve pain and decrease anxiety when used topically.
Organic Elderflowers (sambucus)
Sambucus is a genus of flowering plants found in temperate and subtropical areas of the world. Rich in anthocyanins and polyphenols, elderflower helps to decrease inflammation which leads to more smooth, calm, and even skin tones. Elderflower has a long and rich history in herbal medicine dating back thousands of years.
Non-GMO Vitamin E Oil
Vitamin E is a crucial fat-soluble antioxidant that has proven benefits to the skin. Using Vitamin E topically as been shown to protect the skin from inflammation, increase collagen production, and assists in hydrating, smoothing, and evening skin tone. This Vitamin E oil is non-GMO and free of any additives or preservatives.
Organic Helichrysum (helichrysum orientale)
Helichrysum orientale is a flowering Mediterranean plant utilized for centuries for its healing and therapeutic properties. Known as “everlasting flowers”, these plants are rich in phenolenic compounds which have been shown to aid in prevention of inflammation, cancer and cardiovascular disease. Traditionally, Helichrysum was used most frequently in treating skin inflammatory conditions, wound healing, and in treating pain and irritation. It has also been shown in published scientific studies to aid in skin hydration, calming inflammation, lightening hyperpigmentation, and protecting against UV radiation from the sun.
Organic Geranium (pelargonium graveolens)
Geranium is an essential oil derived from pelargonium graveolens, a pale pink flowering plant originating in South Africa. The major components of this essential oil are citronellol and geraniol which are compounds that exhibit anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity. Because of this, rose geranium is frequently used to calm inflammatory skin conditions, creating a smoother and more even complexion. In addition to this, the sweet aroma of geranium has been shown to enhance relaxation and decrease anxiety when inhaled.
Organic Vanilla Planifolia
Vanilla planifolia is a species of vanilla orchid that is native to Mexico and South America. This oil not only provides a warm relaxing aroma, it is comprised of antioxidant compounds vanillin and vanillic acid which assist in protecting the skin from toxins in the environment. These antioxidants also help to brighten the skin, improve texture, and even skin tone.