A beautifully brightening facial day cream made with calendula and turmeric powder that have been slow-infused in olive oil, with unrefined organic shea butter. Full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Scented with lemon balm, rosemary & bergamot pure essential oils. This cream's amazing skin benefits!: - Shea butter can have many benefits for your skin, including: Moisturising: Shea butter can help soothe dry skin and keep it supple. Anti-inflammatory: Shea butter can help relieve inflammation and calm skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. Sun protection: Shea butter can offer some protection against UV rays, but it shouldn't replace sunscreen. Stretch marks: Shea butter can help reduce the appearance of stretch marks, scarring, and cellulite. Collagen production: Shea butter contains triterpenes, which can help prevent collagen fibre destruction and promote healthy collagen production. Acne: Shea butter can help soothe and moisturise acne. Antioxidant: Shea butter can help combat oxidative stress, which can reduce signs of aging like wrinkles and fine lines. Skin repair: Shea butter can help speed up the healing process and prevent clogged pores. - Olive oil can have many benefits for your skin, including: Moisturising: Olive oil can help your skin retain water and stay hydrated, making it look and feel supple. Antioxidant protection: Olive oil contains vitamin E, polyphenols, and phytosterols, which can help protect your skin from oxidative stress and premature aging. Reduces inflammation: Olive oil can soothe and calm irritated skin, and help reduce redness. - Calendula, also known as pot marigold, has many benefits for skin, including: Anti-inflammatory: Calendula's flavonoids have anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation. Wound healing: Calendula can help wounds and burns heal faster by increasing blood flow and oxygen to the skin. Collagen production: Calendula can help promote collagen production, which is an essential protein for healthy skin. Sun protection: Calendula can help protect the skin from sun damage. Antimicrobial and antifungal: Calendula has antimicrobial and antifungal properties. Eczema: Calendula's anti-inflammatory properties may help with eczema. Nappy rash: Calendula may be more effective than aloe vera for treating diaper rash in children. Sensitive skin: Calendula is gentle and soothing, making it suitable for sensitive skin. - Turmeric's active compound, curcumin, offers skin benefits through its powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to brighten complexion, reduce dark spots/hyperpigmentation, fight acne/blemishes, soothe conditions like eczema, and combat signs of ageing by protecting collagen and elastin, promoting radiance, and aiding in wound healing, though more research is needed. It's used in masks to even skin tone, reduce puffiness, and add glow. Key Benefits: Fights Acne: Cleansing and anti-inflammatory properties help control oil and fight acne-causing bacteria. Anti-Ageing: Antioxidants neutralise free radicals, slowing collagen breakdown, fine lines, and wrinkles. Soothes Inflammation: Calms irritated skin, potentially helping with psoriasis, eczema, and redness. Reduces Dark Circles: Stimulates circulation, reducing puffiness and darkness under the eyes. Aids Wound Healing: Its anti-inflammatory effects help control inflammation during the initial stages of healing. Aromatherapy essential oils with skin benefits!: - Lemon balm essential oil offers several skin benefits due to its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. It can help calm skin conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis, reduce redness from sunburn, and has antioxidant effects that protect against environmental stressors. It also acts as an astringent, which can help tighten skin and diminish the appearance of pores. Skin benefits of lemon balm essential oil: Soothing and anti-inflammatory: Its anti-inflammatory properties help calm irritated skin, reduce redness associated with sunburn, and soothe conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and acne. Antibacterial: It can help fight bacteria and reduce breakouts. Antioxidant: The oil contains powerful antioxidants that protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals and harmful UV rays. Astringent: Lemon balm oil can act as a natural astringent to tighten the skin and minimize the appearance of pores. Healing: It can aid in the healing of minor wounds and may be particularly helpful for cold sores. - Rosemary essential oil has many potential benefits for skin, including: Anti-acne: Rosemary oil's antibacterial properties can help prevent acne by damaging the cell walls of the bacteria that causes acne. Tightens skin tone: Rosemary oil can shrink pores, which can tighten the appearance of your skin. Reduces inflammation: Rosemary's anti-inflammatory properties may help minimize redness caused by skin conditions like rosacea or eczema. Boosts hydration: Rosemary oil can help boost hydration. Improves skin texture: Rosemary oil can help improve skin texture. Increases circulation: Rosemary oil may help increase circulation, which can help with cold fingers and toes. - Bergamot essential oil has many benefits for the skin, including: Antiseptic: Prevents and treats skin infections by killing harmful bacteria. Skin balancing: Regulates oil production to suit all skin types. Scar and blemish removal: Stimulates skin cell regeneration to reduce the appearance of scars and blemishes. Anti-inflammatory: Reduces redness and inflammation from acne and skin irritations. Antioxidant protection: Protects skin from free radical damage that can lead to premature aging. Improved skin tone: Reduces the appearance of pigmentation and dark spots. Wound healing: Supports wound healing, cracked skin, and ulcers. Hyperpigmentation: Stimulates skin cell renewal to even out skin tone. Acne: Prevents new acne from forming and encourages the healing of existing acne. Directions for Use: Apple a small amount to your face and neck area in upward motions, massaging into your skin until fully Please note, that being a natural cream, there is no water content, therefore no preservative. To ensure freshness of this product, keep free from water contact. Comes in a natural and reusable Hessian bag, with a reusable stainless steel spatula. The dark amber glass jar helps add longevity to the cream, shielding it from sunlight. 99% Certified Organic Ingredients: *Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, *Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, *Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, *Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Extract, *Curcuma Longa (Turmeric), Melissa Officinalis (Lemon Balm) Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil *Certified Organic Allergen Warning: Contains Limonene, Linalool and Citral (naturally present in essential oils). Photosensitivity Warning: Avoid direct sun exposure whilst using this face cream, due to the essential oils which can cause photosensitivity on the skin. May contain nuts. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. For external use only. Net weight (approx) 100ml UK Cosmetic Product Code: Batch number and use by date provided on labelling. No palm oil, SLS, animal fats, fragrance oils, or synthetic mica powders are used in our products, and our ingredients are at least 90% certified organic, plant-based, sustainable, cruelty-free and vegan friendly. Disclaimer: Medical conditions:- If you have any health concerns, allergies, or existing medical conditions, you should consult a medical professional before using a new skincare product. Testing:- Before using a new skincare product, you should test it on a small area of skin to check for allergic reactions or sensitivity. You can apply a small amount to the inside of your wrist and observe for up to 9 hours. If you experience irritation, stop using the product and seek medical advice if necessary. Individual results:- Results may vary depending on your skin type, age, sensitivity, skincare history, and how you apply/use the product. Natural ingredients:- Even products with natural or organic ingredients can cause skin reactions in some people, especially if they contain essential oils. Please find our list of allergens associated with each soap's essential oils in the listing section under "allergen warning." Patch tests:- Some products, even soaps, recommend performing a patch test before using them all over your body. Liability:- The Dark Island Soap Co. LTD may not be responsible for any adverse consequences that result from using our products.
