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Here are some of our favourites, why we love them and which products you can find them in.
1. ACTIVATED CHARCOAL
Activated charcoal helps to rid the body of toxins and traps unwanted particles. Often used to treat skin ailments such as acne, as it binds with dirt and other environmental toxins that cause the irritation.
RH products: Activated Charcoal Soap
2. AHA & BHA
Unglue the bonds holding the dead dull skin on the surface of your skin. Skin naturally exfoliates every day but over time & with sun exposure this process slows & skin can become dry, flaky, clogged & enlarged pores & uneven skin tone. AHA & BHA help skin exfoliate buildup & that helps your soft hydrated skin beneath.
RH products: Exfoliant
3. ALMOND OIL
Light texture that easily absorbs into the skin and contains Vitamin A.
4. ALOE VERA
Aloe barbadensis, or aloe vera, is a succulent plant offering many benefits which is suited to all skin types, especially dry, damaged and sensitive skin. Known for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, humectant and soothing, anti-itch qualities when used on the skin.
Composed mainly of water, along with:
• Polysaccharides giving aloe its hydrating, emollient and anti-inflammatory benefits, while creating a protective barrier on the skin.
• Anthraquinones, which offer antimicrobial and antioxidant characteristics.
• Flavones offering further protection from free-radical damage.
• Phytosterols as anti-inflammatories, calm and soothe itchy skin, whilst also moisturising and protecting the skin from trans-epidermal water loss.
• Glycosides which promote healthy cell regeneration and offer antihistaminic (anti-allergen) properties, while vitamins, minerals and essential amino acids nourish the skin.
RH products: Hydration Mist, Dry Touch Sunscreen
5. AUSTRALIAN KAKADU PLUM
An Australian native superfood & identified as the world’s richest source of Vitamin C. Full of antioxidants (that work to detoxify and flush out toxins), bioactive & medicinal properties. Great for every skin type, particularly blemish prone skin.
RH Products: Cleanser, Antioxidant Face Cream
6. AVOCADO OIL
Good for hydrating and softening the skin and often recommended for use on irritated skin.
RH products: Cleanser
Wash
7. BAMBOO
Acts as a physical exfoliant and is rich in mineral salts and silica.
RH products: Double Action Face Exfoliant
8. BISABOL
Helps other ingredients to penetrate deeply into the skin – it moisturises deep down. Inhibits the enzymes in skin that cause collagen to break down whilst also stimulating collagen (keeps the skin elastic & firm) production.
RH Products: Deliciae Eye Cream
9. COCOA BUTTER
High in fatty acids helping to hydrate, nourish the skin and improve elasticity by forming a protective barrier over the skin.
RH products: Buller Bliss Hand & Body Cream
10. COQ10
CoQ10 is an antioxidant, it helps to neutralize harmful free radicals that affect the cell regenerating functions of collagen & elastin. The oil sinks straight in and delivers a boost of nutrients and leaves your skin smooth.
RH products: CoQ10 & Rosehip Complex Oil
11. CUCUMBER
Flesh of the cucumber is mostly water but contains ascorbic acid, Vitamin C & caffeic acid which soothe skin irritation & reduce swelling. These help prevent water retention – helpful for swollen eyes. High antioxidant levels & hydration due to high water levels.
RH products: Recovery Eye Gel
12. EPSOM SALTS
Epsom is not actually a salt but a naturally occurring mineral compound of magnesium & sulfate, both of which are readily absorbed into the skin to enjoy the associated health benefits:
i. Reducing inflammation
ii. Helping muscle & nerve function
iii. Sulfates – increase absorption of nutrients, flush toxins & help ease migraine headaches.
Used for hundreds of years to sooth the body, mid & soul. Stress drains the body of magnesium, Epsom Salts replenish magnesium & produce serotonin, a mood elevating chemical (calm & relaxation).
RH products: Bath Soaks
13. HEMPSEED OIL
Hempseed Oil is dubbed ‘natures most perfectly balanced oil’. Offers all 21 known amino acids & offers balanced 3:1 ratio of Omega 6 to Omega 3 essential fatty acids understood to be optimum balance for healthy skin.
RH products: Hand & Body Cream, Lip Balm
14. LANOLIN
Our Australian Lanolin is a totally natural emollient which protects and hydrates the skin – it is gentle and non-greasy. Great for skin that is dry from sun exposure to help minimise fine lines and wrinkles.
RH products: Pure Country Hand & Body Cream
15. LEMON MYRTLE
A flowering plant native to Australia which contains minerals such as calcium, zinc and magnesium in good amounts, as well as vitamins A and E.
Believed to act as a stress reliever and filling you with positive feelings, it is also thought to be helpful in treating oily skin which can contribute to acne. Has antioxidant properties that eliminate free radicals from your system.
RH products: Cream Cleanser
16. MACADAMIA OIL
Lightweight oil high in Omega fatty acids which are gentle, regenerative and moisturising to the skin whilst being non-greasy and easily absorbed.
RH Products: Pure Country Hand & Body Cream
17. MARSHMALLOW
Anti-microbial, antioxidant & anti-inflammation properties. Mild – suitable for skin sensitivity. Acts as a humectant which helps hydrate the skin.
RH products: Hydration Mist
18. NIACINAMIDE
An effective skin restoring ingredient that offers multiple benefits for outdoor and ageing skin. Ability to improve appearance of enlarged pores, uneven skin tone, fine lines & dullness.
RH products: Antioxidant face cream
19. ROSEHIP OIL
Antioxidant which stimulates cells responsible for firm healthy skin, in the deep layers of your skin. Reduces the appearance of scars – essential fatty acids. Moisturises, brightens & hydrates.
Vitamin A to go deeper into the skin & improve moisture levels. Natural source of Vitamin E – anti-inflammatory calms & hydrates dry & sensitive skin.
RH products: CoQ10 & Rosehip Complex Oil
20. SHEA BUTTER
Moisturises dry skin and reduces inflammation whilst acting as an anti-ageing and anti-free radical agent.
RH products: Buller Bliss Hand & Body Cream
21. SEABUCKTHORN OIL
Contains over 20 minerals & 60 antioxidants and Vitamin E, Fatty acids & Omegas. Boosts elasticity, hydration & inflammation.
RH products: Recovery Eye Gel
22. OTHER INGREDIENTS:
Tapioca starch
Serves to stabilise emulsions & aids in the delivery of key ingredients to skin.
RH products: Dry Touch Sunscreen
Tea Tree Oil
Works as an anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial.
Green Tea Leaf Extract
Antioxidants work to fight premature ageing whilst reducing redness and puffiness & clears clogged pores.
RH products: Recovery Eye Gel