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An excellent “all-over” cleanser for the bath or shower, based on mild, coconut oil-derived cleansing agents of ammonium laureth sulfate and cocoamidopropyl betaine. Contrary to many books and websites that detail the ‘hazards’ of laureth sulfates, ammonium laureth sulfate is actually a very mild cleansing agent (milder than lauryl sulfates), especially when combined with cocoamidopropyl...

Liposomes are extremely small spheres of natural phospholipids from soy lecithin. They are popular in expensive cosmetic ranges (and in medical applications), because of the ability of liposomes to easily penetrate the epidermis of the skin. Liposomes can be “loaded” with other active ingredients eclosed within the liposome spheres or they can be used “unloaded”. We provide pure soy...

Melrose Pure Vegetable Glycerine is a natural humectant that has emollient-like properties which can soften and soothe the skin and helps the outer skin layer (the epidermis) to retain moisture. Vegetable glycerine is a clear, colourless, and odourless liquid with a sweet taste and has the consistency of a thick syrup. Glycerin can be used as a natural sweetener. It does not significantly elevate...

This cream is formulated as a ‘skin friendly’ alternative to the common Sorbolene and ‘aqueous’creams. These products are based on petrochemicals – mineral oil, paraffin and petroleum jelly – along with strong synthetic emulsifiers and preservatives. They are a poor base for preparations, being neither skin-compatible nor offering any regenerative benefits for the skin.  ...

Essential Base Cream is very versatile base cream. You can add up to 10% dilution of your favourite essential oil, massage blend or skin synergy blend for skin care, for use with hot or cold compresses or treating other skin conditions. EBC is resistant to rancidity, quickly absorbed and very easy to use. The full ingredient list includes pure Cocoa Butter, vegetable oil-derived emulsifying wax,...

Cleansing lotions are non-foaming and provide the best method for gentle and effective facial cleansing – guaranteed never to dry out the skin. This natural cleansing lotion utilises pure vegetable oils and a very mild coconut oil-derived cleanser. It is suitable for all skin types. It can be used as is, or up to an additional 5% of essential oils, vegetable oils, etc. can be mixed in....

Cleansing lotions are non-foaming and provide the best method for gentle and effective facial cleansing – guaranteed never to dry out the skin. This natural cleansing lotion utilises pure vegetable oils and a very mild coconut oil-derived cleanser. It is suitable for all skin types. It can be used as is, or up to an additional 5% of essential oils, vegetable oils, etc. can be mixed in....

Essential Shampoo Base contains only skin and hair-friendly ingredients, with no lauryl sulfate or PEG detergents. The result is a shampoo for all hair types, with gentle but effective cleansing power and conditioning agents. It is concentrated, so a little will go a long way. We chose our ingredients because we wanted to offer an excellent shampoo free of problematic lauryl sulfate and PEG...

An excellent “all-over” cleanser for the bath or shower, based on mild, coconut oil-derived cleansing agents of ammonium laureth sulfate and cocoamidopropyl betaine. Contrary to many books and websites that detail the ‘hazards’ of laureth sulfates, ammonium laureth sulfate is actually a very mild cleansing agent (milder than lauryl sulfates), especially when combined with cocoamidopropyl...

“Turkey Red Oil” (sulfated castor oil – the first synthetic detergent) is one older product that has been used for creating essential oil emulsions. Essential Solubiliser is a modern improvement on Turkey Red Oil, colourless, odourless and is a more effective emulsifier. Essential Solubiliser is based on mild emulsifiers derived from pure Almond and Coconut oils. These emulsifiers are...