Description
A hydrating treatment oil with Lunaria Annua, an environmentally friendly oil seed extracted from the moon shaped seeds of the honesty plant.
Its superpower is a unique fatty acid called Nervonic Acid, part of the cerebroside family and classed as a sphingolipid. These plant sourced glycolipids and ceramides are involved in improving the appearance of the skin’s surface.
Honesty or Lunaria Annua softens and conditions skin, and has been shown to improve skin firmness and texture as well as smoothing fine lines.
An added boost from the plant based retinol ‘Bakuchiol’, and conditioning from Squalane.
Plus a soothing infusion of anti-inflammatory herbs.
Lastly, a subtle blend of sensual and antioxidant flower oils Blue Chamomile, Rose Geranium and a hint of Sandalwood.
Ingredients
Lunaria Annua (**Honesty) Seed Oil Carthamus Tinctorius (*Thistle) Seed Oil *Butterfly Pea Infusion into oils Vegan Squalane Bukuchiol*Blue Mallow Infusion*Calendula Infusion Pelargonium Graveolens (*Rose Geranium) Flower Oil (Chamomilla) Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil Santalum Spicatum (*Sandalwood) Oil
*Organic ** Natural Cosmos Eco Cert
Instructions
To use, add a few drops and spread between hands, sweep oil from mid brow to sides, from nose to temples, and massage up from chin in small upward circles.
Can be applied to edge of eye socket and over brows to be drawn into delicate eye area to soothe and calm skin.
Questions we get frequently asked
What are glycolipids?
Glycolipids are lipids joined together with a carbohydrate (sugar) called a glycosidic bond. They help keep cells stable in the membrane and inspire cellular communication, which helps organise the immune response so that cells can connect and form tissues.
What is ‘Bakuchiol’?
Bakuchiol is a bio-retinol, similar to, yet more gentle than vitamin A. It has a long history and tradition of use in East Asian herbal medicine, and is perfect for skin care with a smoothing effect on both skin tone and skin texture. Bakuchiol is thought to help reduce the appearance of pores, wrinkles, and pigmentation, plus help prevent acne.
What are ceramides?
Ceramides are lipids that surround cells in the outer layer of the skin. They help improve the skin barrier and prevent transepidermal water loss, for plumper smoother looking skin.