Glossary of Ingredients
Welcome to Cherish U’s glossary of natural bath and body ingredients! This guide is your go-to resource for understanding the natural goodness packed into our products. Here, you'll find straightforward descriptions of a variety of ingredients, from nourishing oils to soothing clays, and everything in between.
Whether you’re curious about what makes our body butters so creamy or want to know more about the essential oils in our shower steamers, this glossary has got you covered. Dive in to learn about the natural elements that help you cherish your skin, naturally and beautifully.
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- Aloe Vera: Known for its soothing and hydrating properties, aloe vera is commonly used in skincare products to calm irritated skin.
- Almond Oil: A nourishing oil rich in vitamins E and A, ideal for moisturizing and softening skin.
- Argan Oil: A rich, nourishing oil from Morocco, high in vitamin E and fatty acids, known for its moisturizing and anti-aging properties.
- Arrowroot Powder: A natural thickening agent used in body butters and lotions to give a smooth, non-greasy feel.
- Avocado Oil: A nutrient-dense oil extracted from the pulp of avocados, known for its deep moisturizing and regenerative properties. Rich in vitamins A, D, and E, as well as oleic acid, avocado oil penetrates the skin easily, providing long-lasting hydration and nourishment. It helps to soothe and heal dry, sensitive, and damaged skin, and is often used in anti-aging products for its ability to boost collagen production and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
B
- Beeswax: A natural emollient and thickening agent used in balms and lotions for its protective and moisturizing properties.
- Bentonite Clay: Known for its detoxifying effects, it helps to cleanse and purify the skin by absorbing toxins and impurities.
- Bergamot Oil: An essential oil with uplifting citrus scent, often used for its antiseptic and mood-enhancing properties.
- BTMS 50: A conditioning emulsifier used in hair and skin care products for its ability to condition and soften.
C
- Coconut Milk: A creamy liquid derived from the meat of coconuts, rich in vitamins and fatty acids. It is used in skincare and haircare products for its deep moisturizing and soothing properties. Coconut milk is known for its ability to hydrate and nourish the skin, leaving it soft and supple. It also helps to improve hair health by providing moisture and adding shine.
- Coconut Oil: A versatile oil that moisturizes, protects, and has anti-inflammatory properties, widely used in hair and skin care.
- Calendula: Known for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties, often used in products for sensitive or damaged skin.
- Chamomile: Provides calming and soothing effects, ideal for sensitive skin and for reducing redness and irritation.
- Cocoa Butter: A rich, hydrating butter used in body butters and soaps for its ability to deeply moisturize and protect the skin.
- Castor Oil: Commonly used in soap making, this oil provides lather and moisturizing properties to soap bars.
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- Dead Sea Salt: Rich in minerals, it is used in bath products to soothe, soften, and detoxify the skin.
- Dendritic Salt: A type of salt with a high surface area, used in bath salts to enhance the fragrance retention and prevent clumping.
- Dried Botanicals: Various herbs and flowers used in soap making and bath products for their aesthetic appeal and natural fragrance.
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- Epsom Salt: Used in baths for its muscle-relaxing and detoxifying properties due to its high magnesium content.
- Eucalyptus Oil: Known for its refreshing scent and antimicrobial properties, often used in bath products for respiratory support and muscle relief.
- Evening Primrose Oil: Rich in fatty acids, it is used for its moisturizing and anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Essential Oils: Concentrated plant extracts used for their aromatic and therapeutic properties in a variety of personal care products.
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- French Green Clay: A mineral-rich clay known for its detoxifying and oil-absorbing properties, commonly used in facial masks and body treatments.
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- Glycerin: A humectant that attracts moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
- Green Tea Extract: Packed with antioxidants, it helps to protect the skin from environmental damage and provides anti-aging benefits.
- Grapeseed Oil: A lightweight oil rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, commonly used in body oils and massage oils for its moisturizing properties.
- Goat Milk: A nutrient-rich milk known for its gentle exfoliating and moisturizing properties. It is packed with vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids that help to nourish and rejuvenate the skin. Goat milk is often used in soaps and lotions for its ability to soothe dry, sensitive, and irritated skin. Its natural lactic acid content helps to exfoliate dead skin cells, promoting a smoother and more radiant complexion.
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- Honey: A natural humectant and antibacterial agent, used in skincare for its moisturizing and healing properties.
- Hemp Seed Oil: Rich in essential fatty acids, it helps to soothe and hydrate the skin while maintaining its natural barrier.
- Himalayan Pink Salt: Used in bath salts and scrubs, it provides gentle exfoliation and is rich in minerals.
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- Jojoba Oil: Closely resembles the skin's natural sebum, making it an excellent moisturizer that balances oil production.
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- Kaolin Clay: A gentle clay that cleanses and exfoliates the skin without stripping it of natural oils.
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- Lavender Oil: Widely used for its calming and antiseptic properties, ideal for soothing skin irritations and promoting relaxation.
- Litsea Cubeba: An essential oil with a lemon-like fragrance, known for its refreshing and uplifting properties, used in aromatherapy and skincare.
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- Mango Butter: Rich in vitamins and fatty acids, it deeply moisturizes and nourishes the skin.
- Mica Powders: Natural minerals used to add color and shimmer to soaps, body butters, and cosmetics.
- MCT Oil (Medium Chain Triglycerides): A fractionated coconut oil used for its light texture and quick absorption, commonly found in body oils and lotions.
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- Natural Fragrance Oil: A blend of natural ingredients used to add fragrance to personal care products without synthetic chemicals.
- Neem Oil: Known for its antibacterial and antifungal properties, used to treat various skin conditions and improve skin health.
- Neroli Oil: An essential oil with a floral scent, used for its calming and rejuvenating properties in skincare.
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- Olive Oil: Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, it is a deeply moisturizing oil that helps to protect and nourish the skin.
- Oatmeal: Known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, ideal for sensitive and irritated skin.
- Orange Peel Powder: Used in scrubs and soaps for gentle exfoliation and a refreshing citrus scent.
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- Palm Oil: A versatile oil used in soap making for its ability to create a hard bar with a creamy lather, often sustainably sourced to avoid environmental impact.
- Peppermint Oil: Provides a cooling effect and has antimicrobial properties, used to refresh and invigorate the skin.
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- Rice Bran Oil: A light oil used in soaps and skincare products for its moisturizing and anti-aging benefits.
- Rose Clay: A gentle clay used for its ability to cleanse and exfoliate without drying, often found in masks and soaps.
- Rosehip Oil: High in essential fatty acids and vitamins, known for its regenerative and anti-aging properties.
- Rose Water: Used for its soothing and toning properties, ideal for hydrating and refreshing the skin.
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- Shea Butter: A deeply moisturizing and nourishing butter that helps to heal and protect dry and damaged skin.
- Sodium Hydroxide (Lye): An essential ingredient in traditional soap making, used to saponify oils and fats, transforming them into soap.
- Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate (SLSA): A gentle surfactant derived from coconut and palm oils, used in bath and body products for its excellent foaming and cleansing properties. Unlike Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), SLSA is much milder on the skin and is less likely to cause irritation, making it a preferred choice for individuals with sensitive skin. It creates rich, luxurious bubbles in bath bombs, bubble bars, and cleansers, effectively removing dirt and oil without stripping the skin of its natural moisture. SLSA is biodegradable and considered eco-friendly.
- Sunflower Oil: A lightweight, non-comedogenic oil extracted from sunflower seeds. It is rich in vitamins A, D, and E, and essential fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid, which helps to maintain the skin's natural barrier and retain moisture. Sunflower oil is commonly used in skincare products for its moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. It helps to soothe dry skin, reduce redness, and improve skin texture without clogging pores.
- Sweet Orange Essential Oil: A citrus-scented oil known for its uplifting and antibacterial properties, often used in aromatherapy and skincare.
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- Tea Tree Oil: Known for its powerful antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, often used in products for acne-prone skin.
- Turmeric: Contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, used to brighten the skin and reduce blemishes.
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Vitamin E: An antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage and improve skin elasticity.
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- Witch Hazel: A natural astringent that helps to tone and tighten the skin, reducing inflammation and controlling oil production.
- Walnut Shell Powder: Used as a natural exfoliant to gently remove dead skin cells and promote a smooth, radiant complexion.
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- Ylang Ylang Oil: An essential oil with a floral scent, known for its balancing and anti-inflammatory properties, used to soothe and balance the skin.