Fresh Finish Cleanser Ingredients**
Water (Aqua)
Not much to explain here. Water does a body good.
Decyl Glucoside
Extremely gentle, non-drying cleansing agent. Ideal for people with sensitive skin. Derived from coconuts and corn starch.
Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
Mild "de-greasing" agent; it's larger molecules are unable to penetrate the skin and cause irritation. It is NOT the same as sodium lauryl sulfate as sulfates such as SLS have smaller molecules that can penetrate the skin and cause irritation. Derived from coconut oil.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Mild cleansing ingredient derived from coconuts. Safely removes oil, dirt, and bacteria without drying or irritating skin.
Cocoglucosides
A fatty alcohol cleansing agent derived from coconut and glucose (fruit sugar). Also used as a foaming agent and emulsifier. One of the most gentle cleansing agents available.
Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Derived from glycerin and coconut oil; used as an emollient, emulsifier, and cleanser.
Polyquaternium-7
Used as a water-binding agent; creates a thin layer of “film” on skin to keep moisture in.
Sea Salt
Used as a natural detoxifier that also softens skin. Also known to have mild antiseptic properties.
Aloe Barbadensis Extract
Commonly known as aloe vera, aloe barbadensis is one of the most commonly used plant remedy dating back to the ancient Egyptians. Derived from the leaves of the aloe vera plant, it has been known to reduce skin inflammation and improve moisture. Also known to have a rich supply of antioxidants.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract
Derived from olive tree leaves, Olea Europaea leaf extract has been used since ancient times for its antioxidants, antibacterial, and antiviral properties.
Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract
Contains natural anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial effects. Also contains a rich supply of antioxidants.
Pinus Taeda (Pinetree) Extract
Contains powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Also known to help smooth skin and improve elasticity.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil
Native to Australia, tea tree oil has been used for centuries as a highly effective topical antifungal and antiseptic. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory properties and powerful antioxidants.
Lavandula Hybrida (Lavandin) Oil
A hybrid of true lavender and spike lavender, lavandin has a higher camphor content which makes it a stronger antiseptic than true lavender.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Lavender is one of the most widely used and versatile essential oils. It is known for its powerful antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Cucumis (Cucumber) Extract
Cucumber extract has been used for its cooling and soothing effect it has on skin. Its rich supply of amino acids, proteins, and trace minerals can reduce skin inflammation.
Hedera Helix (Ivy) Extract
Ivy extract has been known to contain natural antimicrobial properties.
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of vitamin E, tocopheryl acetate is an extremely powerful antioxidant used widely in cosmetics. It is also an extremely effective antioxidant, anti-aging, moisturizer, and anti-inflammatory.
Phenoxyethanol
A commonly used cosmetic preservative. Unlike many other cosmetic preservatives, phenoxyethanol does not release formaldehyde.
Potassium Sorbate
Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid; it is considered one of the safest preservatives available. Used in cosmetics to prevent mold and yeast growth.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Used as a preservative, ethylhexyglycerin is derived from glycerin. It’s widely used as a natural alternative to parabens.
Tetrasodium EDTA
Used as a chelating agent to prevent minerals from bonding to other ingredients, therefore increasing the product’s stability.
Not much to explain here. Water does a body good.
Decyl Glucoside
Extremely gentle, non-drying cleansing agent. Ideal for people with sensitive skin. Derived from coconuts and corn starch.
Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
Mild "de-greasing" agent; it's larger molecules are unable to penetrate the skin and cause irritation. It is NOT the same as sodium lauryl sulfate as sulfates such as SLS have smaller molecules that can penetrate the skin and cause irritation. Derived from coconut oil.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Mild cleansing ingredient derived from coconuts. Safely removes oil, dirt, and bacteria without drying or irritating skin.
Cocoglucosides
A fatty alcohol cleansing agent derived from coconut and glucose (fruit sugar). Also used as a foaming agent and emulsifier. One of the most gentle cleansing agents available.
Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Derived from glycerin and coconut oil; used as an emollient, emulsifier, and cleanser.
Polyquaternium-7
Used as a water-binding agent; creates a thin layer of “film” on skin to keep moisture in.
Sea Salt
Used as a natural detoxifier that also softens skin. Also known to have mild antiseptic properties.
Aloe Barbadensis Extract
Commonly known as aloe vera, aloe barbadensis is one of the most commonly used plant remedy dating back to the ancient Egyptians. Derived from the leaves of the aloe vera plant, it has been known to reduce skin inflammation and improve moisture. Also known to have a rich supply of antioxidants.
Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract
Derived from olive tree leaves, Olea Europaea leaf extract has been used since ancient times for its antioxidants, antibacterial, and antiviral properties.
Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract
Contains natural anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial effects. Also contains a rich supply of antioxidants.
Pinus Taeda (Pinetree) Extract
Contains powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Also known to help smooth skin and improve elasticity.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil
Native to Australia, tea tree oil has been used for centuries as a highly effective topical antifungal and antiseptic. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory properties and powerful antioxidants.
Lavandula Hybrida (Lavandin) Oil
A hybrid of true lavender and spike lavender, lavandin has a higher camphor content which makes it a stronger antiseptic than true lavender.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Lavender is one of the most widely used and versatile essential oils. It is known for its powerful antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Cucumis (Cucumber) Extract
Cucumber extract has been used for its cooling and soothing effect it has on skin. Its rich supply of amino acids, proteins, and trace minerals can reduce skin inflammation.
Hedera Helix (Ivy) Extract
Ivy extract has been known to contain natural antimicrobial properties.
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of vitamin E, tocopheryl acetate is an extremely powerful antioxidant used widely in cosmetics. It is also an extremely effective antioxidant, anti-aging, moisturizer, and anti-inflammatory.
Phenoxyethanol
A commonly used cosmetic preservative. Unlike many other cosmetic preservatives, phenoxyethanol does not release formaldehyde.
Potassium Sorbate
Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid; it is considered one of the safest preservatives available. Used in cosmetics to prevent mold and yeast growth.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Used as a preservative, ethylhexyglycerin is derived from glycerin. It’s widely used as a natural alternative to parabens.
Tetrasodium EDTA
Used as a chelating agent to prevent minerals from bonding to other ingredients, therefore increasing the product’s stability.