Our key ingredients

Precious oils and butter

Baobab oil (Holy Tree)

 

If you have oily, acne-prone skin, it seems like the last thing you would want to do is put even more oil on your face. However, baobab oil is actually good for oily skin. Being the emblem of Senegal, baobab is a tree with exceptional longevity. Nicknamed by scientists the pharmacist tree, the tree of life, the baobab, a multipurpose plant with a high antioxidant capacity. It’s lightweight, doesn’t clog pores, and moisturizes your skin to prevent the production of excess oil that leads to acne. Plus, baobab oil is gentle enough for sensitive skin and won’t cause irritation. Pure, natural and cold process without any chemical additive, it is an emollient, moisturizing, softening, soothing, healing, nourishing and regenerating oil, applicable on the skin and hair. Baobab oil is great for any skin type including oily skin, dry skin, and sensitive skin.

Moringa oil (Tree of life)

Moringa oil comes from Moringa Oleifera tree. Native to India, Moringa is also called “Tree of life” or “Miracle tree”.  It is cultivated in many tropical countries of Asia, Africa, and even Latin America.

Moringa oil acts as a barrier to help seal in moisture, which makes it ideal for those struggling with super dry skin and eczema. It's even been shown to improve conditions such as psoriasis. It hydrates and revitalizes chronically very dry skin, sometimes plagued by itching or peeling.  Reduces fine lines and wrinkles, improves the overall appearance of the skin, soothes inflammation.

Neem oil (the 1000 virtues tree)

 

Neem or Nima in Wolof (Senegal) is a tree from the mahogany family. It is also called the miracle tree, the universal tree, the sacred tree, the tree of a thousand virtues, the village pharmacy, the tree that relieves disease.

It has been dubbed by the United Nations "The Tree of the 21st Century."  This tree which cures almost all diseases is present in all regions of Senegal.

Neem oil can be used directly on skin yeast infections and on the scalp or in the manufacture of cosmetic products such as acne lotion but also to improve certain chronic dermatological conditions (eczema, psoriasis), antiseptic lotion.

Shea butter (the white gold of Africa)

 

Shea butter comes from an African tree, Butyrospermum parkii. It is a naturally fatty almond present in fruits and processed which gives this product many cosmetic virtues that are no longer to be proven.

Shea butter deeply hydrates and nourishes the skin. Protects against UV, it is particularly essential in summer since it also soothes skin irritations, due for example to sunburn. It also allows to prolong the tan and to help the skin to keep all its elasticity. Calming and soothing, shea butter helps fight irritation and nourishes dry areas of the face. Regenerating, it helps to heal chapped skin It is also used as a protective lip balm. When winter comes, shea butter moisturizes and protects the skin from bad weather. It is therefore precious in any season.

Specialty emollient

Squalane

 

A plant derivative made from olive oil, squalane is also naturally present in human sebum. We love its oily but non-greasy texture, which gives the skin a silky effect, and penetrates instantly.

Due to its biomimetic structure, i.e. similar to the composition of the hydrolipidic film on the surface of the skin, squalane exhibits excellent affinity with the skin. It thus makes it possible to restore the cutaneous lipid barrier. It is a good emollient which softens the skin and an indirect moisturizer that protects the skin from dehydration and thus keeps it feeling soft and smooth.

Botanical extracts :

Calendula flower

The calendula flower has many beneficial virtues, both for oily and dry skin, this is all its power! For oily and / or acne-prone skin, it is a wonderful astringent. The juice which is extracted from it also has an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and regenerative action. Thus, whether it is included in beauty products version creams, lotions, or shower gel, it necessarily has pleasant and effective benefits to bring you.

It is also very beneficial for dry skin!  It is especially calendula macerate which has softening, decongestant and soothing properties. Calendula flower is so soft and beneficial that it is also particularly recommended for the care of the skin of toddlers. To wash baby, massage him, calm his redness, nothing is more effective than the calendula flower. That’s why we use it in our mommy's serums and all of our baby’s products. Say yes to the calendula flower with your eyes closed!

Chamomile extract

There are a handful of chamomile benefits when it comes to skin health and appearance. Just as chamomile helps calm the mind and body, it has similar effects on the skin. Chamomile boasts anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that can help soothe the skin, reducing redness and blemishes. It can even relieve skin irritations like eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. It 's a key ingredient in our diaper balm.

 

Hibiscus extract (Botox plant)

Hibiscus is known as the Botox plant. It's rich in antioxidants that can help fight the damage caused by UV rays. It's the perfect natural moisturizer due to a high mucilage content. The flower has natural firming benefits that can diminish lines, wrinkles, age spots and also lifts sagging skin. Contains natural amino acids to give a brighter complexion. The AHA's have a gentle exfoliating effect that helps smooth and brighten skin. Helps control breakouts. The natural AHA's slough away dead skin cells and lead to ideal sebum production. This miracle plant has so many benefits which is why we choose it as a featuring ingredient for most of our mommy’s products.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is a plant that was discovered in ancient Egypt where it was considered the “plant of immortality,” and has since been used as a healing treatment for burns and other severe topical injuries. It not only contains all the vitamins and antioxidants your skin desires, but it can also be used as a spot treatment for acne. Usually, spot treatments are known to dry out your skin, but Aloe Vera is actually known for being extremely hydrating and can even be used raw as a moisturizer in the right form.

Other benefits of using Aloe Vera on your skin include anti-aging, boosting cell turnover, and of course, soothing and healing burns or redness. Basically, this stuff is the remedy for all skin concerns. That’s why we use it in all our toners, baby wash and lotion.

Floral waters

 

Floral waters are completely safe for your skin, and possess remarkable cosmetic properties. They can tone, tighten pores, promote healing, soothe and freshen – but above all, they are wonderful for hydrating skin. Floral waters are a versatile ingredient that make an excellent addition to products for their fragrant and valuable skin care properties. Most of our products are only scented with floral waters.
 

Humectants :

Hyaluronic Acid

 

Hyaluronic acid, found naturally in our tissues, retains moisture in the skin. The hyaluronic acid molecule can fix and attract up to 1000 times its weight in water! It plays an important role in the healing of the skin and in the protection against UV rays: anti-oxidant action

Hyaluronic acid combines with water and fills intercellular spaces, which contributes to its exceptional moisturizing power and results in lasting beauty of the skin which becomes soft, smooth and elastic, especially on the face and lips.

All skin types can benefit from the hydrating and plumping properties of hyaluronic acid. However, dry skin, which wrinkles faster than oily ones, will appreciate its ability to fill in wrinkles more.

Honeyquat

 Honeyquat is a conditioning agent which adds moisture to water-based leave-on and wash-off products. It’s a powerful humectant that is derived from real honey, with similar properties to glycerin. Thought to be a natural anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory. It is an excellent cleansing agent while improving skin texture and surface smoothness. Honeyquat increases the moisture uptake ability (how much moisture our skin can handle) and leaves us feeling more moisturized and conditioned.

Oat protein

 


 

Hydrolyzed oats will provide a velvety soft smoothness to the skin, with a soft, cushiony feel. Not tacky, it Helps retain and add moisture to the skin. Oats, in almost all forms, are commonly used in the treatment of a wide variety of skin ailments where they offer skin softening, skin soothing, and anti-inflammatory benefits.

 

Powders:

Turmeric 

Turmeric contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components. These characteristics may provide glow and luster to the skin. Turmeric may also revive your skin by bringing out its natural glow.

Turmeric is Known to purify the body and brighten skin, and reduce acne, to promote smooth and elastic skin. Has antioxidant, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory and can help to heal wounds, prevent breakouts (and lessen active ones), fight eczema and psoriasis, reduce acne scarring, brighten dark circles, bring out your natural glow.

Activated charcoal

 

 

Activated Charcoal is one of the best natural pore cleansing ingredients and it's beneficial for your skin in a few other ways too

Activated charcoal has been proven to reach deep into your pores to remove toxins + impurities + offers beneficial exfoliation for a smoother, more refined glow.

Dirt, toxins, heavy metals, chemicals, and other poisons are attracted to the charcoal molecules and washed away.

Sulfate free Surfactants :

Decyl glucoside

Decyl glucoside is a mild, non-ionic surfactant. Our Decyl glucoside is ECOCERT certified, preservative free and obtained from renewable plant origin, and does not contain any impurities. Decyl glucoside is easily biodegradable, environmentally friendly.

Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside

C/CG is a mild, solubilizing non-ionic surfactant that is obtained from renewable raw materials: fatty alcohols and glucose from vegetable origin. It is ECOCERT Certified, preservative free and free of impurities. This ultra-gentle, natural, cleansing, solubilizing foaming agent adds a luxurious "green" element to our Baby Shampoo formula.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

SCI, is a powdered surfactant made from renewable coconut fatty acids that is fully biodegradable. Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate is one of the gentlest surfactants on the market leading it to also being known as Baby Foam, as this surfactant is mild enough to be used in baby products. This surfactant is moisturizing and conditioning, as well as possesses emulsifying properties that help water cling to dirt and oil on the skin so it can be easily washed away!