A wonderfully holistic facial day cream made with foraged wild nettle infused organic hemp seed oil, vitamin E, grapeseed oil and shea butter. Rich in fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. 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 fiber 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. - Dried nettle has many potential benefits for the skin, including: Anti-inflammatory: Nettle can soothe inflamed skin and reduce redness, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, and rashes. Antibacterial: Nettle can fight infections, such as pimples, and prevent them from recurring. Antioxidant: Nettle can help with skin aging by reducing the appearance of wrinkles and age spots. Astringent: Nettle can help with oily skin, and is milder than alcohol, vinegar, or citrus. Purifying: Nettle extract can purify the skin. Soothing: Nettle extract can soothe the skin. Reduces blemishes: Nettle extract can reduce blemishes. - Dried hemp, particularly when referring to hemp seed oil, provides several benefits for the skin including deep moisturisation, soothing irritation, balancing oil production, reducing signs of aging, and being suitable for most skin types due to its anti-inflammatory properties and high content of essential fatty acids like linoleic acid and oleic acid. Key benefits of dried hemp on skin: Hydration and moisturising: Hemp oil deeply penetrates the skin, providing intense hydration and alleviating dryness, making it great for dry or flaky skin types. Anti-inflammatory properties: The fatty acids in hemp oil possess anti-inflammatory effects, which can help soothe irritated skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and redness. Balancing oil production: Despite being rich in oils, hemp seed oil can help regulate sebum production, making it suitable for oily skin as well. Anti-aging effects: Hemp oil can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles due to its antioxidant content and ability to promote skin cell renewal. Suitable for sensitive skin: Hemp oil is generally considered hypoallergenic and well-tolerated by sensitive skin types. - Vitamin E can help maintain and restore moisture, help reduce redness and inflammation, and improve skin texture, making it softer and more supple. Signs of dry skin and irritation can be due to many other reasons, such as lack of hydration or skin disorders. Grapeseed oil offers numerous benefits for the skin, including moisturisation, antioxidant protection, and potential acne and scar reduction. It is a lightweight, non-greasy oil that absorbs quickly and is suitable for various skin types, even oily skin. Here's a more detailed look at the benefits: Moisturising: Grapeseed oil is rich in linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid that helps maintain the skin's moisture barrier, preventing dryness and promoting hydration. Antioxidant Protection: It contains antioxidants like vitamin E, which can help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals, potentially slowing down the aging process. Acne Treatment: Grapeseed oil's anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties can help combat acne breakouts and reduce the appearance of acne scars. Scar Reduction: The oil's regenerative properties may help lighten scars and dark spots over time. Reduces Inflammation: Grapeseed oil can help soothe skin irritation and redness, making it beneficial for conditions like eczema and psoriasis. Non-Comedogenic: It is non-comedogenic, meaning it doesn't clog pores, making it suitable for acne-prone and oily skin types. Skin Elasticity: Grapeseed oil can help improve skin elasticity, making it appear more youthful and supple. Aromatherapy essential oils with skin benefits!: - 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. - Patchouli essential oil has many benefits for the skin, including: Soothing: Patchouli oil can help soothe dry, irritated, or sore skin. It has anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce redness and irritation. Healing: Patchouli oil can help speed up the healing of wounds and improve the appearance of scars. Anti-aging: Patchouli oil contains antioxidants that can help maintain a youthful appearance. Balancing: Patchouli oil can help balance oily skin by tightening pores. Preventing infections: Patchouli oil has antifungal properties that can help prevent skin and scalp infections. Reducing acne: Patchouli oil has antibacterial properties that can help keep acne-causing bacteria in check. Directions for Use; Apply a small amount to your face and décollage area in upward motions, massaging gently until fully absorbed. Breathe in the uplifting scent of bergamot and patchouli pure essential oils. 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. 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. Ingredients: *Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, *Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, *Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract, *Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil, *Tocopherol (Vitamin E Oil), Vitis *Vinifera (Grapeseed) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Leaf Oil *97% Certified Organic Allergen warning: Contains Citral, Limonene and Linalool (naturally present in essential oils). May contain nuts. If pregnant, please consult your health professional before using any essential oils, as they may work as a stimulative. Discontinue use if irritation occurs For external use only This product may increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight. Use sunscreen and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterward. 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.
