Glossary Ingredients G

Film forming ingredients are acknowledged for their ability to create a protective layer around your skin and hair. Think of them as a cosy little beauty bubble. Your safe space.

The white flowers of Cape Jasmine are used to make our Gardenia Florida Flower Extract. Known to naturally condition skin, it will leave you feeling (and smelling) like a walking bouquet.

Gardenia Taitensis Flower is native to Polynesia. It has been used in beauty products for centuries because it’s brilliant at moisturising. Side effects may include feelings of tropical bliss.

Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract is made from Tiare flowers (the ones they put around your neck at fancy hotels in Hawaii). It’s a key ingredient in our Polynesian-inspired products.

A Viscosity Agent increases the firmness of formulas, turning liquids into gels. You can usually find them inside all your favourite jelly-like products. The satisfyingly squeezable ones.

Certain fragrances and essential oils must legally be listed as allergens. While safe to use they have the potential to cause an allergic response (in those who are sensitive to fragrance). So please always check the label. We care about you.

Skin Conditioning ingredients are the enemies of dry, flaking skin. They’re acknowledged as having the power to restore suppleness. And trust us, they aren’t afraid to use it.

Skin Conditioning ingredients are the enemies of dry, flaking skin. They’re acknowledged as having the power to restore suppleness. And trust us, they aren’t afraid to use it.

Humectants draw in moisture from the air to increase your skin’s water levels. Just like if you were a plant. No flowers necessary.

Skin Conditioning ingredients are the enemies of dry, flaking skin. They’re acknowledged as having the power to restore suppleness. And trust us, they aren’t afraid to use it.

Emulsifying surfactants help keep oil and water together. They can also give products a rich, creamy feel. Next time you’re marvelling at how lusciously smooth your skin is, you’ll know who to thank.

Palm oil derivatives are a jack of all trades. They can moisturise. They can make products foamy. The list goes on. They can be controversial ingredients when sourced irresponsibly, so we make sure we buy sustainable palm oil from the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil). Or purchase RSPO credits that support sustainable production.

Skin Conditioning ingredients are the enemies of dry, flaking skin. They’re acknowledged as having the power to restore suppleness. And trust us, they aren’t afraid to use it.

Palm oil derivatives are a jack of all trades. They can moisturise. They can make products foamy. The list goes on. They can be controversial ingredients when sourced irresponsibly, so we make sure we buy sustainable palm oil from the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil). Or purchase RSPO credits that support sustainable production.

Emollients are highly regarded by beauty buffs because they reduce the amount of water your skin loses. This means you’ll feel softer and smoother for longer. Who doesn’t want that?

Palm oil derivatives are a jack of all trades. They can moisturise. They can make products foamy. The list goes on. They can be controversial ingredients when sourced irresponsibly, so we make sure we buy sustainable palm oil from the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil). Or purchase RSPO credits that support sustainable production.

Palm oil derivatives are a jack of all trades. They can moisturise. They can make products foamy. The list goes on. They can be controversial ingredients when sourced irresponsibly, so we make sure we buy sustainable palm oil from the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil). Or purchase RSPO credits that support sustainable production.

Palm oil derivatives are a jack of all trades. They can moisturise. They can make products foamy. The list goes on. They can be controversial ingredients when sourced irresponsibly, so we make sure we buy sustainable palm oil from the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil). Or purchase RSPO credits that support sustainable production.

Palm oil derivatives are a jack of all trades. They can moisturise. They can make products foamy. The list goes on. They can be controversial ingredients when sourced irresponsibly, so we make sure we buy sustainable palm oil from the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil). Or purchase RSPO credits that support sustainable production.

Palm oil derivatives are a jack of all trades. They can moisturise. They can make products foamy. The list goes on. They can be controversial ingredients when sourced irresponsibly, so we make sure we buy sustainable palm oil from the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil). Or purchase RSPO credits that support sustainable production.

Palm oil derivatives are a jack of all trades. They can moisturise. They can make products foamy. The list goes on. They can be controversial ingredients when sourced irresponsibly, so we make sure we buy sustainable palm oil from the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil). Or purchase RSPO credits that support sustainable production.

Palm oil derivatives are a jack of all trades. They can moisturise. They can make products foamy. The list goes on. They can be controversial ingredients when sourced irresponsibly, so we make sure we buy sustainable palm oil from the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil). Or purchase RSPO credits that support sustainable production.

Emollients are highly regarded by beauty buffs because they reduce the amount of water your skin loses. This means you’ll feel softer and smoother for longer. Who doesn’t want that?

Glycine Soja Oil comes from the humble soybean. It creates a rich layer of loveliness on your skin that stops water from escaping, so you stay hydrated for longer. How kind.

Emulsifying surfactants help keep oil and water together. They can also give products a rich, creamy feel. Next time you’re marvelling at how lusciously smooth your skin is, you’ll know who to thank.

Emollients are highly regarded by beauty buffs because they reduce the amount of water your skin loses. This means you’ll feel softer and smoother for longer. Who doesn’t want that?

Palm oil derivatives are a jack of all trades. They can moisturise. They can make products foamy. The list goes on. They can be controversial ingredients when sourced irresponsibly, so we make sure we buy sustainable palm oil from the RSPO (Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil). Or purchase RSPO credits that support sustainable production.

Skin Conditioning ingredients are the enemies of dry, flaking skin. They’re acknowledged as having the power to restore suppleness. And trust us, they aren’t afraid to use it.

Humectants draw in moisture from the air to increase your skin’s water levels. Just like if you were a plant. No flowers necessary.

Preservative/Antimicrobial ingredients are added to our products to keep them fresh for their entire shelf-life. No funky smells or weird consistencies. Just the classic formulas you love.

Colorant is used to change the colour of a product. Pink. Yellow. Whatever you want, colorant can make it happen. Within reason. Unfortunately, holographic rainbow face cream isn’t possible. Yet.

Hair and skin conditioning ingredients are recognised as being able to improve suppleness and texture. Two things we’re all big fans of. It would be silly not to add them really.

Emollients are highly regarded by beauty buffs because they reduce the amount of water your skin loses. This means you’ll feel softer and smoother for longer. Who doesn’t want that?

Hair and skin conditioning ingredients are recognised as being able to improve suppleness and texture. Two things we’re all big fans of. It would be silly not to add them really.

Skin Conditioning ingredients are the enemies of dry, flaking skin. They’re acknowledged as having the power to restore suppleness. And trust us, they aren’t afraid to use it.