17Jun
16Jun
Wax
Waxes give cosmetic products a pleasant texture and feel while protecting the skin and hair. What is wax? Initially, wax is a substance that resembles beeswax. It’s usually a thick and oily substance, sometimes solid at room temperature, sometimes spreadable. There are many types of waxes, which...
15Jun
Linseed
Glossy little linseeds do way more than add some crunch to your salad. Behold, ultimate hydration and softness! What is linseed? Also known as flax (not Holly Flax), the linseed plant is cultivated in most temperate areas of the world for its fibres and seeds. The tall-stemmed...
15Jun
Seaweed
Under the sea, forests of slimy algae grow, and they’re full of benefits for the skin and hair. What are the benefits of seaweeds in cosmetics? Soothing Mineral-rich Radiance boosting Softening Texturising On this last point, it should be noted that certain seaweeds have gelling properties, especially agar-agar and Irish moss (from...
15Jun
Olive
An ancient remedy for dry skin and hair, olives contain a rich, moisturising oil bursting with antioxidants. Just a little green fruit The European olive tree (Olea europaea) has thrived for millennia under the hot sun of the Mediterranean basin. It grows the famous small, green fruit...
14Jun
Lemon
A juicy lemon will always brighten your day - and your skin! What is lemon? Oh, we all know what lemon is, surely!? Okay, for those of you who don’t, it’s a fruit that grows on a small, slightly thorny, evergreen tree that belongs to the...
14Jun
Bergamot
Bergamot oil smells like a 'sunshine in a bottle'; its fresh, sweet and fruity scent recalls a lollipop melting in the mouth under a hot summer sun. What is bergamot? The bergamot tree doesn't like extremes, on the contrary, it enjoys a well-balanced environment and is consequently...
14Jun