Absolutes — Pure essential oils obtained from plants (generally flowers) and used in products as natural fragrance additives. These are semi-liquid oils.

African Shea Butter or Karite Butter — This butter comes from the Kotschy tree, which grows in central Africa. In June and July, the plum-like green berries are harvested. The pits of these berries are used to make the butter. Tests show that African Shea Butter, on its own, provides excellent protection against UV rays. It is high in linoleic acid, which makes it ideal for all types of skin and skin problems. It has a very soft yet non-greasy feeling and absorbs easily into the skin.

Cocoa Butter — This butter is extracted from the roasted seeds of the tropical cocoa tree. It is a very hard butter but softens and melts at body temperature. It is used as a lubricant and emollient in numerous cosmetics.

Jasmine Flower Wax — This exotic flower wax is a by-product of an absolute. It is a very smooth and soft wax and cuts easily with a knife. It has a very strong Jasmine scent. Jasmine flower wax makes the skin feel silky and smooth. It absorbs wonderfully into the skin.

Jojoba Oil — (pronounced ho-ho-ba) This oil is one of the most versatile and widely used lubricants in the world. It actually is a liquid wax and resembles the skin's oil, called sebum. Jojoba oil also has sunscreen properties. It is non pore clogging and when applied to the skin soaks in quickly, leaving the skin velvety smooth and non-oily.

Mango Butter — This tropical butter is extracted from the seed kernels of the mango fruit. It is non- greasy and absorbs easily into the skin. Mango butter has sun protection properties.

Mimosa Flower Wax — This exotic flower wax is a by-product of an absolute. It is a light and fluffy wax and has a mild mimosa scent. Mimosa flower wax is especially good for the face and helps reduce wrinkles and repair the skin. It absorbs beautifully into the skin.

Octyl Methoxycinnamate — This is a natural ester and is derived from a natural source: cassia or cinnamon bark. This product is known to be less irritating than paba. We only use 5% of this in our sun cream and sun salve products. Combined with zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, African shea butter, and jojoba oil, this makes an excellent natural sunblock.

Rosemary Extract — A powerful antioxidant and natural preservative.

Titanium Dioxide — A physical blocking agent that is an effective and non-toxic sunscreen. Excellent for sensitive skin.

Zinc Oxide — Has astringent properties. Used to clear diaper rash and also great for sensitive skin. Zinc oxide is non-toxic and has effective sunscreen properties.