There are a lot of ingredients in this lovely lotion, so this will be a longer than usual rundown of ingredient info*, which you should feel free to skip or skim if you prefer. Ingredients are listed in order of concentration - the higher up on the list, the greater the amount.
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract: An extract from the Aloe Vera plant, it is healing, moisturizing, and soothing.
Octyl palmitate: A clear liquid derived from palm oil, octyl palmitate is an emollient. It smoothes and softens skin.
Squalane: An emollient and moisturizer that is a natural component of human sebum.
Gylcerin: Glycerin is present in natural lipids, and is a humectant, which means it attracts water from other sources. It is found naturally in the skin, and it increases the amount of hydration (water) in the skin. It also helps maintain and protect the skins barrier and prevent dryness. Although many women avoid glycerin in lubricants because it can cause yeast infections in susceptible women, this is not meant for internal use.
Sorbitol: A sugar alcohol, sorbitol is often used as a sugar substitute in foods. In cosmetics it serves as a humectant to hold moisture, and a thickener.
Cetyl Alcohol & Cetearyl Alcohol: Emollient, emulsifier and thickening agents, from natural or synthetic sources.
Dimethicone: This liquid silicone gives a soft, velvety feel to the skin, and works as a skin protectant. by forming a hydrating barrier.
Cyclomethicone: Another silicone, cyclometicone works as a conditioner, humectant, and gives a silky feel to the skin.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) butter: A rich cream derived from the African Shea Tree, it acts as a skin conditioning agent that helps the skin retain moisture, and forms a protective barrier on the skin. The moisturizers in shea butter are also naturally produced by the skin. It helps keep the structure of the skin intact, facilitates healing, and prevents irritation.
Ceteareth 20: An emollient and emulsifier, it also helps thicken the cream.
Hyaluronic Acid: A natural lubricant, hyaluronic acid actually promotes collagen formation, which are the fibers that help keep skin firm.
Nnthemis nobilis (chamomile) flower extract: Chamomile has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, and is a natural skin conditioner.
Calendula officinalis flower extract: A conditioning and healing agent that has anti-inflammatory properties.
arnica montana flower extract: An flower extract that has anti-inflammatory properties, and is often used as a homeopathic remedy to fight bruising.
Symphytum officinale (comfrey) rhizome/roof extract: Skin conditioning, contains allantoin, which has skin soothing and healing properties.
Echinacea angustifolia extract: A natural extract with clarifying and toning properties.
Tocopheryl acetate: One of the most common forms of Vitamin E, it is a natural skin-conditioner and moisturizer. It is also an antioxidant.
Retyinyl palmitate: A derivative of palm oil, it is a skin smoothing emollient, as well as a fragrance fixative.
Allantoin: An extract of the comfrey plant, it has skin soothing, healing, and keratolytic properties. This means that it helps shed the dry, outer layer of skin cells, promoting the formation of healthy new skin. It also softens the skin, and enables it to absorb moisture.
Panthenol: Provitamin B5, used as a lubricant, emollient and moisturizer. It binds and penetrates the skin, improving hydration, reducing inflammation. It is often used in sunburn treatment products.
Stearic acid: A fatty acid, used as an emulsifier.
Xanthan gum: A thickening agent that helps prevent oil separation, keeping it stable.
Carbomer: Thickening agent, absorbs and retains water. Assessed as safe for use in cosmetic products.
Pheoxyethanol: A preservative, used as an alternative to parabens, this helps extend shelf life. There is some concern about irritation and toxicity at high levels.
Ethylhexyglycerin: A natural and safe preservative.
Triethanolamine: A buffering agent and pH adjuster.
Fragrance: Likely a combination of synthetic and/or natural chemical compounds that produce that lovely coconut almond aroma. Fragrance is considered a ‘trade secret’ and companies do not have to release information about what makes up their particular blend.
*Information from Skin Deep Cosmetics Safety Database, and Truth In Aging: The honest truth about beauty and personal care products.
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