A
ABS Desert Blend - Contains extracts of Evening Primrose Root, Abronia Villosa Leaf, Agave Americana, Yucca Brevifolia Root, Opuntia Coccinelliferra Flower, Fouquieria Splendens Stem and Larrea Tridentate. Designed to help skin absorb and maintain nutritive moisture levels.
Agave Extract - Helps maintain moisture levels in the skin. Also has anti-inflammatory properties.
Algae Extracts - Rich in essential Amino Acids, Vitamins, Minerals and Trace Elements. Helps regulate cellular metabolism and activates protein synthesis. Ideal for firming and revitalizing skin.
AlgoMax™ - Proprietary blend of dark tan maximizers and Melanin Synthesis Intensifiers designed to enrich color and greatly accelerate the tanning process.
Aloe Vera - Extract from the leaves of the Aloe Barbadensis plant that is known to have healing and soothing properties. It also helps condition, rejuvenate and restore moisture balance to the skin.
Alpha-Lipoic Acid - Often called the universal antioxidant. It is potent, versatile and can help protect against future skin damage.
Amino Acids - Building blocks of proteins that are vital in healthy skin cell development.
Antioxidants - Ingredients that help to reduce free radical damage and environmental stressors for healthier looking skin.
Astrocaryum Murumuru Butter - Rich in nutrients that help moisturize skin.
B
Black Walnut Shell Extract - Extract of the shells, or bark, of the Black Walnut Tree. Its thick, black coloring deepens self-tan color, helps alleviate streaking and is especially effective when used in conjunction with DHA.
C
Caffeine - Helps reduce puffiness and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Also known to energize skin.
Ceramide and Peptide Blend - Restorative blend increases moisture retention and significantly helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Chamomile Extract - Derived from the single flower of the aromatic perennial native to Europe and the Mediterranean that stimulates metabolic activity, and conditions, soothes and aids in the healing of skin.
Cocoa Butter - Rich, creamy oil is derived from Cacao Seeds to help provide rich moisture and surface conditioning to help soften and nurture the skin. For centuries the women of Africa have used Cocoa Butter to moisturize their skin.
Coconut Oil and Extract - Extracted from the flesh of the Coconut to hydrate, condition and protect the skin. It also helps prolong the life of a tan.
Comfrey Extract - Extract derived from the leaves and flowers of the plant. It is known to moisturize and soothe skin, and contains Allantoin that promotes skin rejuvenation. Comfrey has been cultivated since about 400BC as a healing herb.
Cucumber Extract - Extract from the skin and pulp of Cucumber. Native to India, its high water content helps moisturize, purify and refresh skin. Fresh Cucumber Pulp is also renowned for its soothing properties.
D
DHA (Dihydroxyacetone) - Tanning agent commonly found in sunless tanning formulas. A Keto Sugar derived from Sugar Cane, DHA reacts with proteins on the surface of the skin to create the look of a tan by staining the upper levels of the skin. Color can last up to 8 days. DHA can be combined with Black Walnut Shell Extract for a deeper color and with Erythrulose to extend the life of a sunless tan. Also see Black Walnut Shell Extract and Erythrulose.
DPHP (Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline) - Helps stimulate the production of Collagen fibers, which results in healthier looking skin. Combined with MDI Complex, it helps counteract the free radicals that destroy Collagen. See also MDI Complex.
E
Emollient - Ingredients that absorb into the skin and help condition the skin to feel softer and smoother.
Erythrulose - Ingredient found in sunless tanning formulas, it is a sugar derived from Algae that reacts with proteins on the surface of the skin to create the look of a tan by staining the upper levels of the skin. It helps provide an even and uniform sunless tan, and is often used with DHA to prolong the life of a sunless tan. See also DHA.
Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) - Omega 3 and Omega 6 are EFAs responsible for healthy cell function needed for smooth radiant skin.
G
Garcinia Indica Seed Butter - Emollient that moisturizes the skin and helps reduce and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Ginseng Extract - Chinese perennial herb derived from the root of the Ginseng plant. It is well known for containing its many nutrients and vitamins that aid in skin conditioning. It also has mild anesthetic properties to help soothe stressed skin.
Green Tea Extract - Well known for its antioxidant properties and its Caffeine content.
Gluten Free - Glutens are proteins derived from wheat. For some, Gluten can cause a condition called Celiac Disease, an inappropriate immune system response.
H
Hemp Seed Oil and Extract - Derived from the seed of the Cannabis Sativa plant (THC drug-free industrial hemp). It is a rich source of Essential Fatty Acids, Key Amino Acids and nutrients that hydrate, nourish and condition skin. See also Organic Hemp Seed Oil.
Hempz 5 Hydration System™ - Proprietary Hempz complex contains Vitamin E, Key Amino Acids and Hemp Proteins to provide vital nutrition, hydration and conditioning to skin.
Honey Extract - Strong antioxidant, with anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory properties that helps condition and moisturize the skin.
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein - Water-soluble vegetable protein that strengthens and conditions skin.
J
Jasmine Extract - Extracted from the flowers of the fragrant Jasminum Officinale plant native to Asia. It has an uplifting fragrance and soothing and moisturizing properties.
Jojoba Oil - Extract from the bean of the Jojoba plant. Its high Lipid content is a renewable source of high-quality conditioning for the skin and is excellent for all skin types.
K
Kiwi Fruit Extract - Rich in Vitamin C and E, Magnesium and Potassium to soothe, condition, soften and protect the skin.
Kukui Nut Oil - Tropical oil found in the Pacific Islands that works as an outstanding emollient and is quickly absorbed into the skin to condition and hydrate. Hawaiians have used it for thousands of years to treat dry skin, psoriasis, acne and other skin problems.
M
MDI Complex - Helps reduce the amount of specific enzymes that can destroy Collagen. Skin becomes healthier and can also support a better tan. Combined with DHPH, it helps counteract the free radicals that destroy Collagen. See also DPHP.
Macadamia Nut Oil - Derived from the seed of the evergreen Macadamia Tree native to Hawaii. It is easily absorbed into the skin and contains natural antioxidants known to soothe, condition, soften and protect the skin.
Mango Seed Butter - Pressed and rendered from the seed kernel of the mango tree, this butter has a rich amino acid content with superior moisturization.
Micro-Exfoliating Beads - Polyurethane beads that polish the skin while gently lifting away rough, dry, dull skin.
Micronized Mineral Powders - A combination of Bio-protein and Polysaccharides derived from oats that helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and smoothes skin.
O
Oat Beta Glucan - Derived from multiple organic sources, including mushrooms, oats, barley and yeast, Oat Beta Glucan helps relieve minor skin irritation and penetrates skin to help smooth out wrinkles for a younger-looking appearance.
Ogliopeptides and Polypeptides - Chains of Amino Acids, linked by peptide bonds, that work together to aid in Collagen synthesis, helping to aid and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil - Obtained from the kernels of the Babassu palm, this oil helps soften and condition skin, and also has a cooling effect on the skin.
P
Parabens - Preservatives found in personal care products. Recent studies suggest possible health care concerns associated with the use of these additives.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-3 - Firming and anti-aging agent that mimics the human body’s Collagen production for a more youthful-looking appearance.
Papaya Extract - Contains Papain, an enzyme that works as a natural exfoliant for the skin.
Peach Extract - Provides refreshing and toning effects on skin and helps promote a healthier-looking skin.
Peppermint Oil - Known for its cooling and toning properties. It is often used to soothe over-stressed skin.
Phospholipids - Vital to the function of cell membranes by providing a lipid bilayer.
Pomegranate Extract - Used for its intensive antioxidant properties. Helps protect skin from environmental stress and damage.
R
Riboflavin - Commonly known as Vitamin B2, it helps strengthen and rejuvenate skin.
Rose Extract - Emollient that helps skin feel soft and moisturized.
Rosemary Leaf Extract - Anti-inflammatory properties. Used to smooth and soften skin.
S
Sea Kelp Extract - Mineral-rich extract that nourishes, softens and helps retain moisture in the skin.
Shea Butter - Natural Lipid from the Karite Tree of Africa. Provides moisturizing, anti-aging and healing properties for outstanding softness and skin conditioning. It is also known to be a natural skin renewal ingredient.
Shorea Robusta Seed Butter - Helps soften and moisturize skin.
Shorea Stenoptera Seed Butter - Helps soften skin and provides long lasting moisturization.
Silicones - Emollient that helps smooth and lock in moisture.
Silk Amino Acids (Silk Proteins) - Contain 17 Amino Acids and are used to prevent dehydration. They give the skin a very soft and velvety feel and have some excellent water-binding properties. Silk Amino Acids (Silk Proteins) also have an antioxidant action.
Skin Recovery System™ - Patented DNA plant enzyme extract that stimulates the skin’s natural ability to recover from exposure to UVA and UVB rays.
SPF (Sun Protection Factor) - Sun blocking agents that reduce skin’s exposure to UVA and UVB rays. The higher the SPF number, the greater the protection.
Sugar - Exfoliator that smoothes and polishes dry skin leaving it feeling conditioned and moisturized.
SunFlower Oil - Antioxidant that moisturizers and conditions the skin.
Sweet Almond Oil - Obtained from dried kernels of the Almond Tree. It is an excellent emollient and helps balance moisture and soften skin. It also is a light, nongreasy, penetrating oil that is excellent for all skin types.
T
Tea Tree Oil - Essential oil from the leaves of the Australian Tea Tree. It contains a mild anesthetic to soothe painful burns and is well known for its healing properties. It penetrates the skin quickly to accelerate the healing of skin disorders. Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter - Emollient that provides hydration for smooth, soft skin.
Tripeptides - A peptide containing three amino acids.
V
Vanilla Extract - Powerful antioxidant that helps condition the skin.
Vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate) - Potent antioxidant and free-radical scavenger. It is used widely for healing and as an anti-aging ingredient because of its ability to help stimulate new cell production.
Vitamin C (L-ascorbic Acid) - Known to be a skin preservative, an antioxidant and to help stimulate Collagen production to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate) - Natural skin renewal, healing ingredient and antioxidant. It helps reduce the look of fine lines and winkles, softens skin and neutralizes free-radical scavengers.
Vegan - Does not use animal bi-products and is not tested on animals.
Y
Yucca Extract - Plant extract that has anti-inflammatory properties. Conditions skin.
Z
Zinc - A trace mineral that helps promote Collagen building, helps soothe irritated skin, accelerates tanning, and firms and rejuvenates skin.
