Helpful List of Ingredients Commonly Found in Natural Skincare Products
This resource covers essential natural skincare ingredients and their uses, offering a helpful foundation for exploring clean beauty products.
Plant Oils & Butters
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Shea Butter – Deeply moisturizing, soothes dry or irritated skin, rich in vitamins A & E
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Coconut Oil – Antibacterial, moisturizing, helps protect the skin barrier
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Jojoba Oil – Closely mimics skin’s natural sebum; balances oily skin and hydrates
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Sweet Almond Oil – Softens skin, reduces dryness, good for sensitive skin
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Olive Oil – Antioxidant-rich, nourishing, helps repair damaged skin
Botanicals & Extracts
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Aloe Vera – Calming, cooling, hydrating; great for sunburns and irritation
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Chamomile – Anti-inflammatory, soothing for sensitive or reactive skin
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Calendula – Promotes healing, reduces redness, excellent for dry or cracked skin
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Green Tea Extract – Antioxidant-rich, helps protect against environmental damage
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Lavender – Calming, antibacterial, helps with acne and minor skin irritation
Natural Humectants
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Honey – Draws moisture into skin, antibacterial, promotes healing
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Vegetable Glycerin – Attracts moisture and keeps skin hydrated and soft
Clays & Minerals
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Kaolin Clay – Gently detoxifies, absorbs excess oil without drying
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Bentonite Clay – Deep-cleansing, draws out impurities and toxins
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Zinc Oxide – Soothing, protective, commonly used in natural sunscreens and diaper creams
Exfoliants (Natural)
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Ground Oatmeal – Gently exfoliates, soothes itchy or inflamed skin
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Sugar – Natural exfoliant, humectant properties help retain moisture
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Sea Salt – Exfoliating, mineral-rich, helps detoxify skin
Essential Oils (used sparingly)
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Tea Tree Oil – Antibacterial, antifungal; popular for acne-prone skin
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Rosehip Seed Oil – High in vitamin C and fatty acids; supports skin regeneration
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Frankincense – Supports skin tone, reduces appearance of fine lines
- Please see our list of Essential Oils and Their Benefits