Benefits of ingredients:
Shea Butter Very moisturising and has low comedogenic rating so wont clog pores. Contains vitamins A, C & E and has anti-oxidant activity. Has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It may minimise the appearance of fine lines and result in plumper skin due to the triterpenes it contains, which possibly deactivate collagen fibre destruction. It may help soothe conditions like eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis, and may help reduce appearance of stretch marks, scars, fine lines and wrinkles. Made up mostly of stearic acid, oleic acid and palmitic acid.
Cocoa Butter Contains vitamins D2, E & K and is thought to soothe skin irritation, smooth dry skin, wrinkles and scars, and help heal rashes from conditions such as dermatitis and eczema. Has anti-inflammatory properties and is a great skin hydrator. Is made up mostly of palmitic, stearic and oleic acid and has less than 3% linoleic acid. Stearic acid increases mitochondrial function and has a strong anti-cortisol and anti-anxiety effect. “Palmitic acid is one of the most protective substances for metabolism due to activation of the enzyme PDH (the primary factor of proper glucose activation)” - Dr. Ray Peat.
Olive Oil Contains vitamins A, D, E & K and has anti-bacterial properties. It contains antioxidants which help to calm down redness and irritation caused by acne or psoriasis, and can help to prevent or reverse damage from UV radiation. Is mostly made up of oleic acid.