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Gaia Ingredientology What exactly goes into our products?
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GAIA ingredientology
Gaia has developed through years of extensive spa research from across the world. Creating our natural products has taken time and consideration, combining ancient traditions and artisan methods, alongside the most natural ingredients possible.
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Each ingredient has been considerately chosen to help you feel rooted and restored. So wherever you are, there’s time to care for you.
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Almond oil is rich in Vitamin E, Vitamin D and proteins that help to eliminate dry skin. It’s light and easily absorbed, leaving skin soft and hydrated.
Chamomile is rich in antiseptic and antibiotic properties. Anti-allergenic, it helps to clean out the sebaceous glands, making it ideal for problematic skin. Gentle, soothing and hydrating, it’s suitable for sensitive skin types.
Clary sage is believed to be native to Europe, clary sage reduces skin inflammation while calming and soothing. It also helps to improve the tone and texture of the skin.
Coconut oil has antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. A super-rich and softening moisturiser, especially for dry skin, it’s known for helping to help delay the signs of ageing.
Frankincense is a potent anti-ageing ingredient, helping in the regeneration of healthy cells and the toning and tightening of skin. As well as calming and soothing the skin it can help reduce scarring.
Geranium has antiseptic, antibacterial and antioxidant properties, helping to improve circulation, repair and rejuvenate the skin. It speeds up the healing process of wounds, promotes healthy cells and is soothing to the skin.
Grapefruit oil is extracted from the peel and has antimicrobial and antidepressant properties. It’s rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C, which help to fight off ageing free radicals. Grapefruit also helps to prevent oily skin and reduce the appearance of cellulite.
Jojoba is a natural conditioner, hydrating and soothing the skin. Antibacterial and antiinflammatory, it helps to reduce oiliness by regulating sebum production, making it a good solution for acne-prone skin.
Lavender is known for helping to induce sleep. With antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, it also enhances blood circulation, relieves muscular aches and can help to treat many skin disorders, including acne
Lemon is a widely known oil, extracted by cold pressing the lemon peel. Detoxifying, antiseptic and stimulating, it’s also a great source of vitamins to boost the body’s immune system. Lemon oil helps to rejuvenate dull skin, while reducing excess oil.
Lemongrass is an analgesic, reducing pain and inflammation in muscles and joints, while also helping to tone and purify the skin.
Mandarin and tangerine share a botanical name as the oil is extracted from the peel, which is common to both. It has antiseptic and antispasmodic properties and improves the circulation of blood and lymph glands to rejuvenate the skin. It assists with maintaining a healthy moisture balance while helping to repair scarring.
Peppermint is cleansing, encouraging skin cell renewal to repair damaged and ageing skin. A natural soother with a cooling sensation, it balances out a dull, oily complexion.
Neroli is an essential oil extracted from sweet orange blossoms, known for its uplifting aroma, which supports a sense of wellbeing.
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Olive contains three major antioxidants: Vitamin E, polyphenols and phytosterols. Antioxidants, when topically applied, may help protect the skin from premature skin aging. Vitamin E is a contributor to the anti-ageing benefits of olive oil because it helps to restore skin smoothness.
Orange oil stimulates circulation, making it excellent for detoxifying. Antiseptic, immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory, it can also be calming and soothing for the skin.
Palmarosa balances hydration levels in the body, keeping the skin soft. It’s also rich in anti-ageing properties and aids cell regeneration.
Petitgrain is an essential oil extracted from the twigs and leaves of the sweet orange tree, petitgrain is said to have therapeutic and toning effects.
Ravensara is extracted from a large rainforest tree in Masagascar, ravensara is rich in antioxidants, helping to fight off free radicals. It also aids the absorption of nutrients and has relaxing and soothing properties.
Rosemary is a natural preservative with antimicrobial, antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. The botanical fragrance has powerful aromatherapeutic benefits and is said to improve memory and invigorate the body.
Sesame seed oil is lightweight and rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants, replenishes and protects dry skin.
Sunflower is a lightweight seed oil rich in essential fatty acids, antioxidant-rich Vitamin E and minerals. With calming and soothing properties, it works to replenish skin and maintain a healthy oil balance.
Tangerine is a calming essential oil, known to inspire and uplift while soothing anxiety and helping to conquer insomnia. It improves skincare, digestive health and promotes overall balance.
Ylang ylang has a sweet, soft, flowery fragrance that has made it a romantic favourite. It is also credited for its antiseptic, softening, smoothing, rejuvenating and soothing properties.
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