15Jun
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
Vanilla
Vanilla is the unmistakable, uplifting and sweet scent we all know and love. What is vanilla? Vanilla beans (pods) are the fruits of the orchid Vanilla planifolia. Centuries ago, one could only purchase vanilla from Mexico, as the flowers required a local bee to pollinate and grow...
15Jun
Buchu
To say that buchu oil has a sweet scent would be simplistic. Its minty, fruity, green and camphorous notes make it way more complex and subtle. What is buchu? Buchu is an aromatic shrub native to South Africa, where it’s been used as a medicinal and cosmetic...
14Jun
Tonka
Tonka? Sweeeet!! What is tonka? The tall camaru tree (Dipteryx odorata) belongs to the legume family (Fabaceae) and grows in Costa Rica, Brazil and Peru. It bears fruits that contain a single seed, oblong and smooth, called the tonka bean. Why do we use tonka in our products? -...
14Jun
Rose
The romantic scent of the rose is said to help restore inner balance and is considered by some to be an aphrodisiac. Why do we love roses so much? Rose petals are the source of rose oil, which some say was the first floral essential oil...
14Jun
Almond
A staple in cosmetics, the tear-shaped almond is beloved for its soothing properties and comforting scent. What are almonds? Almond crops thrive in sunny regions such as the Mediterranean, California, the Middle East and North Africa. The almond tree is part of the plum family (Prunus), and...
14Jun
Frankincense
We're more accustomed to seeing frankincense fill the air with wisps of fragrant, meditative smoke, but connoisseurs know it is also fantastic in cosmetics and perfumery. What is frankincense? First of all - frankincense can also be called olibanum, and this is something you can undoubtedly learn...
14Jun
Benzoin
Benzoin has been used in incense and perfumes across the world for centuries, as its sweet, spicy and earthy aroma brings comfort and calms the mind. What is benzoin? Benzoin is a natural resin that can be collected from two types of styrax trees: Styrax benzoin, native to...
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