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Ingredient index

The Botanical Apothecary

Powered by nature. Refined by science.

Every plant we work with, and the cosmetic role it plays in our formulas. Certified organic, cold-pressed or steam-distilled, and blended in small batches.

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Botanical oils, butters and lipid extracts

Cold-pressed seed oils, nut butters and fruit lipid extracts carry the plant's whole profile — the fatty acids, sterols and vitamins that help build the skin barrier.

  • Apricot kernel oil

    lat: Prunus Armeniaca

    Featured in re.purify, re.glow and re.nourish

    A light, fast-absorbing oil pressed from apricot kernels. Rich in vitamin E and omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids, it helps support the skin's barrier function, leaving skin feeling plump, soft and smooth.

  • Argan kernel oil

    lat: Argania Spinosa

    Featured in re.glow

    Native to southwestern Morocco, argan oil has been used in skincare for centuries. Rich in linoleic and oleic fatty acids and vitamin E, it helps support the skin barrier and moisture retention for a radiant, fresh-looking complexion.

  • Baobab seed oil

    lat: Adansonia Digitata

    Featured in re.nourish

    Extracted from seeds of Africa's 'tree of life', baobab oil is rich in omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids and phytosterols. It is especially suited to dry, sensitive or mature skin, helping it feel soft and comfortable.

  • Chia seed oil & extract

    lat: Salvia Hispanica

    Featured in re.glow and re.nourish

    The oil is extracted from tiny black seeds. The key to its effect is the optimal ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and a high content of alpha-linolenic acid and phytosterols. It helps support the skin's natural renewal, nourishes the skin and strengthens its natural lipid barrier.

  • Coconut fruit extract

    lat: Cocos Nucifera

    Featured in re.hydrate and re.nourish

    A nourishing tropical extract that conditions the skin and supports a smooth, supple feel. It provides gentle emollience without heaviness.

  • Grapeseed oil

    lat: Vitis Vinifera

    Featured in re.purify

    An excellent source of vitamin E and one of the highest sources of linoleic and oleic acids. Rich in flavonoid antioxidants, it helps support the skin barrier and maintain a supple, elastic feel.

  • Jojoba seed oil

    lat: Simmondsia Chinensis

    Featured in re.purify, re.glow and re.nourish

    Its natural phytochemistry resembles the structure of our own skin lipids. It supports the skin barrier and natural renewal, and is excellent for all skin types, especially skin prone to impurities.

  • Marula seed oil

    lat: Sclerocarya Birrea

    Featured in re.glow and re.nourish

    Traditionally valued in African skincare for nourishing and softening the skin. Rich in fatty acids yet very light, it absorbs quickly, moisturises well and leaves skin feeling noticeably smoother. It has a pleasant fruity and slightly nutty scent.

  • Passionfruit seed oil

    lat: Passiflora Edulis

    Featured in re.purify

    One of the richest sources of linoleic acid. It helps soothe dry, irritated skin and supports the skin's natural renewal.

  • Pomegranate seed oil & extract

    lat: Punica Granatum

    Featured in re.glow

    Irreplaceable in the plant world due to its high content of punicic acid, a very rare omega-5 fatty acid. An excellent choice for the care of demanding, mature skin and skin that feels stressed after sun exposure.

  • Prickly pear seed oil

    lat: Opuntia Ficus-Indica

    Featured in re.glow

    This cactus is a true natural gem. Its seed oil is extracted in a complicated, time-consuming process, which justifies its high price. Rich in unsaturated fatty acids, linoleic, oleic and palmitic acids, sterols and vitamins E and K.

  • Raspberry seed extract

    lat: Rubus Idaeus

    Featured in re.glow

    Rich in antioxidants, vitamin E and ellagic acid. It supports skin exposed to environmental stress and helps soothe and nourish sensitive or irritated skin.

  • Rice bran oil

    lat: Oryza Sativa

    Featured in re.nourish

    A traditional Asian oil rich in vitamin E and oryzanol. It softens the skin, supports a bright, even-looking complexion and provides lightweight nourishment.

  • Rosehip fruit oil & extract

    lat: Rosa Canina

    Featured in re.glow

    Extracted from the fruit of the dog rose, rich in vitamins E and C, omega-3, -6 and -9 fatty acids, carotenoids and trans-retinoic acid. Soothes dry, irritated and sensitive skin and is ideal for improving the look of uneven tone, sun-exposed skin and the appearance of scars.

  • Sea buckthorn fruit extract

    lat: Hippophae Rhamnoides

    Featured in re.glow

    A vibrant berry extract rich in omega-7, carotenoids and vitamin E. It supports skin renewal, comforts stressed skin and promotes a healthy-looking glow.

  • Shea butter

    lat: Butyrospermum Parkii

    Featured in re.nourish

    Extracted from the fat of shea tree nuts, it has been valued for generations in African skincare. It helps comfort dry skin and restore the feeling of a protected lipid barrier. Rich in vitamin E.

  • Soybean oil

    lat: Glycine Soja

    Featured in re.fresh

    An emollient oil rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids. It conditions and softens the skin, supporting a smooth, comfortable feel.

  • Strawberry seed oil

    lat: Fragaria Ananassa

    Featured in re.glow

    Extracted from cold-pressed strawberry seeds, this oil has a light texture and is rich in omega-3 and omega-9 fatty acids, linoleic and alpha-linolenic acids and vitamin E. An excellent source of ellagic acid that soothes, nourishes and moisturises sensitive, dry or irritated skin.

  • Sunflower seed oil

    lat: Helianthus Annuus

    Featured in re.purify, re.glow and re.nourish

    A rich source of lecithin, an excellent emollient recommended for skin cleansing. Non-comedogenic and suitable for all skin types. Abundant in linoleic acid and vitamin E, it helps replenish the skin barrier.

  • Watermelon seed oil

    lat: Citrullus Lanatus

    Featured in re.purify and re.glow

    Extracted from the seeds of the Kalahari Desert watermelon, this light, emollient oil absorbs quickly and penetrates deeply. Rich in linoleic acid and vitamin E, it helps dissolve impurities and excess sebum, leaving skin feeling cleansed and nourished.

Botanical waters and hydrosols

Steam-distilled floral waters that carry the gentle, water-soluble actives of the plant — for hydration, balance and a soft aromatic veil.

  • Rose hydrosol

    lat: Rosa Centifolia

    Featured in re.balance, re.hydrate and re.nourish

    Known for its subtle floral aroma and moisturising, protective effect on the skin. Extracted from the petals of the cabbage rose grown in Bulgaria, it is valued in aromatherapy for its mood-lifting quality.

  • Lavender hydrosol

    lat: Lavandula Angustifolia

    Featured in re.balance and re.fresh

    A calming and balancing floral water that helps soothe the feel of sensitive skin and lifts the senses with its classic herbaceous scent.

  • Neroli hydrosol

    lat: Citrus Aurantium Amara

    Featured in re.balance

    Orange blossom water that helps balance the feel of oily, sensitive or mature skin and supports the skin's natural renewal for a fresh-looking complexion.

  • Lemon balm hydrosol

    lat: Melissa Officinalis

    Featured in re.fresh

    An uplifting, gently toning hydrosol that refreshes and balances the skin with a bright, lemony herbaceous note.

Botanical extracts, resins and ferments

Concentrated plant actives with a long tradition of cosmetic use and modern science behind them — for calm, resilient, well-hydrated skin.

  • Acacia senegal gum

    lat: Acacia Senegal

    Featured in re.hydrate and re.nourish

    A plant-derived polysaccharide harvested from the sap of the acacia tree. It helps stabilise and condition emulsions while providing a gentle, skin-friendly texture.

  • Aloe vera

    lat: Aloe Barbadensis

    Featured in re.balance and re.hydrate

    A cactus-like plant whose leaf core contains a gel rich in vitamins C, A, E and B12 and moisture-binding polysaccharides. Traditionally valued in skincare for its soothing, hydrating feel.

  • Aspen bark extract

    lat: Populus Tremuloides

    Featured in re.hydrate

    A natural source of salicylic acid derivatives. It gently clarifies, supports skin renewal and helps keep pores clear without irritation.

  • Benzoin resin extract

    lat: Styrax Benzoin

    Featured in re.purify and re.glow

    A warm, balsamic resin with protective and soothing properties. It comforts the skin and adds a soft, grounding aroma to the sensory experience.

  • Cactus flower extract

    lat: Cereus Grandiflorus

    Featured in re.balance

    A desert flower extract rich in flavonoids and sugars. It hydrates, comforts stressed skin and helps reinforce the skin's resilience.

  • Cucumber fruit extract

    lat: Cucumis Sativus

    Featured in re.balance

    Cucumbers have been grown for thousands of years as both food and a skincare favourite. Besides their high water content, they are rich in vitamins, minerals and amino acids. They soothe and moisturise, help reduce the visible look of puffiness and relieve the feeling of redness and discomfort.

  • Green tea leaf extract

    lat: Camellia Sinensis

    Featured in re.balance and re.hydrate

    Rich in polyphenols, catechins, proteins, amino acids, carbohydrates, vitamins B, C and E, minerals and caffeine. Green tea helps protect the skin from oxidative stress and supports a balanced, refreshed complexion.

  • Ginkgo biloba extract

    lat: Ginkgo Biloba

    Featured in re.hydrate

    An ancient tree extract rich in flavonoids and terpenes. It supports the skin's microcirculation, provides antioxidant defence and helps protect the skin from environmental stress.

  • Gotu kola (Centella asiatica)

    lat: Centella Asiatica

    Featured in re.hydrate

    Called the 'enlightenment plant' in traditional Ayurvedic skincare. Its unique active components are asiatic acid, madecassic acid and asiaticoside. Traditionally valued for soothing the skin and supporting a smooth, resilient-looking complexion.

  • Horsetail extract

    lat: Equisetum Arvense

    Featured in re.hydrate and re.nourish

    One of the oldest plant species, characterised by a high content of silica. This mineral helps skin feel supple and firm.

  • Kakadu plum extract

    lat: Terminalia Ferdinandiana

    Featured in re.hydrate and re.nourish

    This Australian fruit is extremely rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps brighten the look of skin and support a smooth, even-toned appearance. Also rich in unique antioxidants that help skin defend itself against free radicals.

  • Lactobacillus ferment

    lat: Lactobacillus Ferment

    Featured in re.hydrate and re.nourish

    A probiotic ferment that helps condition formulations and promotes a balanced, healthy-looking complexion.

  • Purslane ferment extract

    lat: Portulaca Oleracea

    Featured in re.hydrate and re.nourish

    Valued in traditional skincare. Rich in antioxidants, it helps comfort the skin and supports a smooth, revitalised-looking complexion.

  • Radish root ferment filtrate

    lat: Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

    Featured in re.balance, re.hydrate and re.nourish

    A natural ferment derived from radish roots. It helps preserve formulas gently while remaining kind to the skin.

  • Rosemary leaf extract

    lat: Rosmarinus Officinalis

    Featured in re.purify, re.glow and re.nourish

    A potent antioxidant herb that helps protect delicate oils in the formula and supports a refreshed, vibrant-looking complexion.

Aromatic botanical oils

Steam-distilled essential oils from petals, leaves, woods and citrus peels — for skin feel first, aroma second.

  • Bergamot peel oil

    lat: Citrus Aurantium Bergamia

    Featured in re.fresh

    An uplifting citrus oil with balancing and purifying properties. It brightens the mood and gently refreshes the skin.

  • Carrot seed oil

    lat: Daucus Carota Sativa

    Featured in re.glow and re.nourish

    Thanks to its high antioxidant content, wild carrot seed oil helps revive the look of tired skin, smooth the appearance of fine lines and support skin renewal.

  • Geranium oil

    lat: Pelargonium Graveolens

    Featured in re.glow and re.nourish

    Traditionally grown in Egypt, this flowering plant has a unique fragrance reminiscent of roses. Its essential oil has balancing properties and is suitable for all skin types. Also widely used in aromatherapy as it improves mood and promotes optimism.

  • Immortelle flower oil

    lat: Helichrysum Italicum

    Featured in re.glow

    Obtained by steam distillation of fragrant golden flowers from the Mediterranean, particularly the Dalmatian region of Croatia. Traditionally valued in Croatian skincare for supporting skin renewal and reducing the visible look of fine lines.

  • Juniper berry oil

    lat: Juniperus Communis

    Featured in re.fresh

    A purifying, woody berry oil with toning properties that help refresh the skin. It adds a crisp, forest-fresh character to the formula.

  • Lavender oil

    lat: Lavandula Angustifolia

    Featured in re.purify and re.glow

    A calming, balancing essential oil that helps soothe the feel of skin and support a comfortable, healthy-looking complexion. Its aroma is also uplifting.

  • Lemon peel oil

    lat: Citrus Limon

    Featured in re.fresh

    A fresh, clarifying citrus oil that refreshes the skin and supports a clean, radiant-looking complexion.

  • Litsea cubeba fruit oil

    lat: Litsea Cubeba

    Featured in re.fresh

    A bright, lemony oil from the May Chang fruit. It refreshes and helps balance oily or congested-looking skin while adding an uplifting citrus-herb aroma.

  • Neroli flower oil

    lat: Citrus Aurantium Amara

    Featured in re.glow and re.nourish

    Used both as a hydrosol and an oil, neroli helps support skin renewal and a fresh, radiant-looking complexion. Its delicate white-flower aroma also promotes emotional calm.

  • Peppermint oil

    lat: Mentha Piperita

    Featured in re.fresh

    A cooling, invigorating oil that refreshes skin and senses. It adds a clean, awakening sensation.

  • Petitgrain oil

    lat: Citrus Aurantium Amara

    Featured in re.nourish and re.fresh

    Distilled from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree, petitgrain oil is calming, balancing and gently toning. It brings a green, woody-citrus note to the blend.

  • Rosewood oil

    lat: Aniba Rosaeodora

    Featured in re.glow and re.nourish

    A warm, woody-floral oil that supports skin renewal and emotional grounding. It adds depth and a subtle sweet-spicy character.

  • Sage oil

    lat: Salvia Officinalis

    Featured in re.fresh

    A clarifying herb oil that helps keep skin feeling balanced and fresh. Its herbaceous aroma evokes Mediterranean herb gardens.

  • Sandalwood oil

    lat: Santalum Album

    Featured in re.purify

    A sacred, grounding wood oil with calming benefits that help soothe the skin and centre the senses.

  • Spearmint oil

    lat: Mentha Spicata

    Featured in re.fresh

    A milder mint oil with cooling, soothing and refreshing properties. It provides a gentle, sweet-herbaceous freshness.

  • Sweet orange peel oil

    lat: Citrus Sinensis

    Featured in re.purify, re.glow and re.nourish

    A cheerful, bright citrus oil rich in limonene. It uplifts the mood and gently clarifies the skin.

  • Ylang-ylang flower oil

    lat: Cananga Odorata

    Featured in re.purify

    The beautiful flower of a tropical tree is captivating for its fruity and floral fragrance and a skin-friendly essential oil containing linalool. This compound is known for its mood-lifting aroma and for helping skin feel balanced and comfortable.

Modern actives, humectants and antioxidants

Science-backed molecules chosen to work in synergy with the botanical base — for hydration, protection and a well-cared-for appearance.

  • Betaine

    lat: Betaine

    Featured in re.balance, re.hydrate and re.nourish

    A sugar-beet derived osmolyte that protects cells from dehydration, balances moisture and helps skin maintain its comfort and elasticity.

  • Caprylic/capric triglyceride

    lat: Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

    Featured in re.purify

    A lightweight, skin-identical lipid derived from coconut. It softens and conditions without greasiness, helping active ingredients spread evenly.

  • Coenzyme Q10 (Ubiquinone)

    lat: Ubiquinone

    Featured in re.glow

    A cell-energy antioxidant that supports skin resilience, helps neutralise free radicals and helps reduce the visible look of fine lines.

  • Ectoin

    lat: Ectoin

    Featured in re.hydrate

    An extremolyte from microorganisms that helps protect skin from feelings of dryness and environmental stress, and supports long-lasting hydration.

  • Glycerin

    lat: Glycerin

    Featured in re.balance, re.hydrate, re.nourish and re.fresh

    A classic humectant that draws moisture into the skin and supports barrier hydration, leaving skin soft, plump and comfortable.

  • Glycoin® natural (Glyceryl glucoside)

    lat: Glyceryl Glucoside

    Featured in re.hydrate

    An active from the desert 'resurrection plant' Myrothamnus flabellifolia. During drought the plant enters metabolic dormancy; moisture brings it back to life. Its revitalising properties make it exceptional for reviving the look of the skin.

  • Multi-molecular hyaluronic acid (Sodium hyaluronate)

    lat: Sodium Hyaluronate

    Featured in re.hydrate and re.nourish

    Hydrates multiple layers of the skin, drawing in moisture and helping plump the look of fine lines for a smoother, more supple complexion.

  • Pentylene glycol

    lat: Pentylene Glycol

    Featured in re.balance, re.hydrate and re.nourish

    A plant-derived humectant and solvent that boosts hydration, improves texture and supports the gentle preservation of the formula.

  • Saccharide isomerate

    lat: Saccharide Isomerate

    Featured in re.hydrate and re.nourish

    A plant-derived moisture magnet that binds to the skin's keratin and provides long-lasting hydration, even in challenging climates.

  • Sodium lactate

    lat: Sodium Lactate

    Featured in re.balance

    The natural salt of lactic acid. It hydrates and supports the skin's natural moisturising factor, helping skin stay soft and comfortable.

  • Sodium PCA

    lat: Sodium PCA

    Featured in re.balance

    A component of the skin's own natural moisturising factor. It binds water effectively and helps maintain a soft, hydrated surface.

  • Triethyl citrate

    lat: Triethyl Citrate

    Featured in re.fresh

    A natural deodorising active derived from citric acid. It helps reduce body odour without blocking pores.

  • Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

    lat: Tocopherol

    Featured in re.purify, re.glow, re.nourish and re.fresh

    An essential antioxidant that protects lipids from oxidation, conditions the skin and helps it look resilient and comfortable.

  • Zinc ricinoleate

    lat: Zinc Ricinoleate

    Featured in re.fresh

    A plant-derived odour absorber from castor oil that traps odour molecules without blocking pores, keeping skin fresh naturally.

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What you will never find inside

No mineral oils, silicones, PEGs, parabens, synthetic fragrance or colourants. Every formula is vegan-friendly, made in small batches in Croatia and protected in MIRON violet glass.

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These descriptions are for cosmetic information only. They reflect the traditional use of botanicals in skincare and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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