Royal jelly is the milky food worker bees make for their queen. Its unique fatty acid, 10-HDA, has been studied for supporting collagen and cell renewal, and it's rich in B vitamins, minerals, enzymes and zinc. It calms blemished and reactive skin.
Living propolis is the resin bees gather from tree buds and sap to seal and protect the hive. It's rich in flavonoids and caffeic acid esters (CAPE) that are antioxidant and antimicrobial, which is why it helps keep breakouts at bay while calming the skin.
Raw honey is full of antioxidants. Its gluconic acid, a mild alpha hydroxy acid, brightens the complexion, and as a humectant it draws moisture into the skin. Its enzyme glucose oxidase releases tiny amounts of hydrogen peroxide when it meets moisture, gently clarifying.
Calendula CO2 carries soothing triterpenoid esters and antioxidant flavonoids that calm irritated skin and support its own repair.
Gotu kola's triterpenes (asiaticoside, madecassoside and asiatic acid) support collagen and new cell growth, calm inflammation and improve circulation. It's also rich in amino acids, beta-carotene and fatty acids. Research has found it inhibits bacterial growth and increases the skin's tensile strength and resilience.
Fresh comfrey root and leaf, grown at Skyhouse and Healing Spirits Herb Farm, is rich in allantoin, which promotes the growth of connective tissue and is easily absorbed through the skin.
St. John's wort from Skyhouse, rich in hypericin and hyperforin, is a traditional herb for soothing tender, irritated skin.
Hibiscus has natural alpha hydroxy acids that exfoliate, speed cell turnover, help keep breakouts at bay and improve elasticity. Her mucilage moisturizes.
Helichrysum (immortelle) is rich in rare compounds called italidiones, which protect skin and encourage renewal, leaving it smooth and soft. It's especially soothing for sun-stressed skin.
Carrot seed oil, rich in carotol, is a traditional skin revitalizer that helps balance oil for both oily and dry skins.
Shea butter and beeswax cushion the skin and hold moisture in under a breathable seal.