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DragonFly Moon Aromatherapy & Gifts Owner/Operator Suzanne Horner Email: aroma1@telus.net |
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Restoration AHA Facial Cleanser Green Tea Leaf Juice Extract (Camellia sinensis) high in bioflavonoids
known for its free radical fighting, anti inflammatory, anti-irritation and
anti oxidant properties Apricot Kernel Oil is an emollient, skin conditioner, anti oxidant rich,
high in anti oxidants such as Vitamin A & C, Beta Carotene and Potassium. Emulsifying Wax NF vegetable based emulsifier to keep water and oil
combined. Kosher Vegetable Glycerin is an emollient, which makes the skin feel softer and
smoother, reduce rough feeling, cracking and irritation. Nontoxic,
nonirritating and no allergenic Mango Butter is obtained from the kernels of the mango tree, as an
emollient it lends a protective effect against the sun. It is said to prevent
drying of the skin and formation of wrinkles. It reduces degeneration of skin
cells and restores flexibility. Shea Butter African healers have used shea butter for over
thousands of years as the ideal treatment for dry or aging skin. Its high
content of non-saponifiable fatty acids gives it the ability to moisturize
and retain the elasticity of the skin. Shea butter also protects the skin
against the damaging effects of the sun while repairing cellular
degeneration. Glycolic Acid, Citric Acid,
Tartaric Acid, Malic Acid all are alpha hydroxy fruit acid, can be used in skin
care products to rejuvenate and improve skin condition. These mild acids
serve to remove the outer layer of dull skin and leave skin with a
rejuvenated appearance. Bilberry Extract, Organic powerful
anti oxidant Sugar Cane Extract, Organic (Sacchainum officalis) Natural AHA,
exfoliant and know for its anti-aging properties Maple Sugar Extract, Organic (Aceraceae saccharinum) know for it astringent effects. Orange Fruit Extract and
Lemon Extract, Organic
high in bioflavonoid, a natural AHA’s Cranberry Extract, Organic (Vaccinium macrocarpon) is good for
irritated skin soothing and is a natural vitamin C source that is used in
acne care products. Cranberry Extract contains the natural anti-bacterial, D-vacinniin which also protects against fungus. Lecithin from
natural sourced soy beans Lecithin is
derived from egg yokes, soybeans and corn. Has a softening and soothing
effect on skin. Lecithin is a natural antioxidant and emollient. Emollients
make the skin feel softer and smoother, reduce rough feeling, cracking and
irritation. Lecithin is made up of many different phospholipids, which occur
naturally and are emulsifiers. Phospholipids are a principal component of
human cell membranes. Their structures allow special protein molecules to
selectively transport ions through membranes. Phospholipids look like
triglycerides except that one of the fatty acid chains is substituted by the
phosphor compound, phosphate ester. The phosphor compound increases the water
affinity of glyceride, giving it the ability to
work as an emulsifier. Lecithin is a super skin restorative agent and
moisturizer. It has the ability to penetrate the epidermis and carry
substances to the right cell level. Seaweed Extract Organic (Fucus Vesiculosis)
Anti-inflammatory good for oily to dry skin. Has natural moisturizing and emollient
effects. Blue Green Algae Extract,
Organic is
rich in trace minerals Black Cherry Extract, Organic (Malpighia
punicifolia L) Excellent antioxidant properties, high in vitamin C& A, Has
soothing Qualities as well it is know
to be an anti-inflammatory with
powerful antioxidants and is also rich in protein and mineral salts
principally, iron, calcium and phosphorus and also have considerable
anti-fungal activity. The free radical scavenging benefits of acerola are also useful for preventing abnormal growths
and fighting cellular aging. Acerola's mineral salts can aid in the remineralization of tired and stressed skin and the
mucilage and proteins can help to hydrate and condition skin. Papaya Extract, Organic (Carica papaya) degreases
and exfoliates oily complexions known for its cleansing, antiseptic Lemon Essential Oil (Citrus Limon) known for its
antiseptic and antibacterial properties as well lemon oil balances overactive
sebaceous glands, and it encourages exfoliation of dead skin cells and
enlivens the complexion. Emotional effect; is cooling refreshing and
uplifting, calms anxiety, inspires trust and a sense of security. Lavender Essential Oil (Lavendula officinalis) calms and
cools the skin, balances oil production, helps heal blemishes, and stimulates
circulation to the skin. Lavender’s Emotional effect: it clears thinking,
dissipates fear, minimizes stressful thinking, anger, and reduces worry. By
balancing extreme emotions, Lavender contributes to emotional equilibrium Chamomile Essential Oil (Chamaemelum Nobile) this pure oil reduces swelling, and calms irritated skin, reduces
dryness, itching and redness Chamomile’s emotional effect: Calming and
relaxing on the mind, can combat depression, insomnia and stress. It
eliminates much of the emotional charge of anxiety, irritability and
nervousness. French Green Clay (Montmorillonite)
derived from volcanic deposits, is the richest in mineral compositions and is
the most drawing of all clays available. The finest of clays it is rich in
calcium, magnesium, potassium and sodium. It energizes the connective tissue.
It is antiseptic and healing. It gently stimulates and is effective in
increasing the lymph flow and circulation, enabling oxygen and speeding the
elimination of wastes. Green clay has a high mineral content. Vitamin E acts as a free radical scavenger hinders the oxidizing
process in the skin and promotes soft and supple skin. As an antioxidant it
defends the skin. Helpful in reducing scars and promotes healing. It also
acts as a natural preservative for products. Vitamin E is obtained by the
vacuum distillation of edible vegetable oils. It is an emollient. According
to the AMA's committee on Coetaneous Health, emollients do help make the skin
feel softer and smoother, reduces roughness, cracking and irritation. As well
it may possibly retard the fine wrinkles of aging. As an antioxidant, it is
believed to remove the free radicals that cells produce Rosemary Extract contains antioxidants which are oil soluble. Its
preservative value has made it a mainstay in herbal medicine. It is made of
oil soluble antioxidant compounds derived from the herb rosemary. As a
natural preservative, it prevents rancidity in products made from
vegetable/plant oils. Ascorbic Acid
is also known as Vitamin C. Scientific
data has shown that Vitamin C will help increase the amount of collagen
production in the skin. It is also a natural anti-inflammatory that helps in
reversing some of the effects of sun damage to the skin. By increasing the
amount of collagen in the skin, the fine lines will be reduced. Neem Extract Organic is used widely in Polysorbate 20 is a vicious oily liquid derived from lauric
acid which is a common constituent of coconut oil. Polysorbate
20 is a nonionic surfactant, meaning it has no electrical charge. A
surfactant is a wetting (surface active) agent that lowers the water surface tension
permitting it to penetrate more easily. Basically it keeps the ingredients
from separating Methyl/Propylparaben
comes from the combination of
denatured wood alcohol and benzoic acid. Benzoic acid occurs naturally in
cherry bark, raspberries, tea, anise and cassia bark. It is neutral,
nontoxic, safe to use, nonirritating, nonsensitizing
and nonpoisonous. It is one of the most commonly used preservative in
cosmetics since it is stable at most pH levels, is broad spectrum and water
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