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    ingredient glossary

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    Ingredient Overview

    Acacia Senegal Gum

    A resinous latex also known as Gum Arabic. Provides quick drying and smudge resistance.

    found in
    NEW! Volume Mascara.

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    Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Bark Extract

    Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Bark ExtractHorse chestnut is a rich source of OPCs (oligo-proanthocyanadins), antioxidant plant compounds similar to those in pine bark (pycnogenol) and grape seed. OPCs have astringent, toning and strengthening properties, especially to veins and capillaries. This allows Horse Chestnut Bark to serve as an anti-inflammatory agent.

    found in
    Clarifying Toner.

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    Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract

    Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed ExtractHorse chestnut seed extract has similar properties to the bark extract [see Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Bark Extract] but contains more esculin, a sun-protective antioxidant compound which counters the penetration and damaging effects of UV light.

    found in
    Neem Hair Lotion, Moor Lavender Body Oil, St. John'swort Foot Cream.

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    Alcohol

    AlcoholA Certified Organic food-grade ethyl alcohol (ethanol) from grain, fruit or vegetable. Many plants are extracted in alcohol because it extracts the widest variety of plant constituents. Alcohol also serves as a natural emulsifier, preservative and carrier, helping ingredients penetrate the skin. Alcohol is not drying to the skin when part of a carefully formulated Dr.Hauschka composition. Our alcohol is derived from a fermentation and distillation process and is gluten-free.

    found in
    After-Sun Lotion, Rose Body Wash, Blackthorn Body Wash, Cleansing Cream, Cleansing Milk, Clarifying Toner, Deodorant Floral, Deodorant Fresh, Eye Solace, Firming Mask, Facial Steam Bath, Facial Toner, Hand Cream, Neem Hair Lotion, Neem Hair Oil, Lemon Bath, Lavender Bath, Mascara Intermezzo, Moisturizing Day Cream, Moor Lavender Body Oil.

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    Algin

    Extract of seaweed serves as a gel base, thickener and stabilizer for formulations.

    found in
    Cleansing Cream, Moisturizing Day Cream, Quince Body Moisturizer, Translucent Bronze Concentrate, NEW! Lemon Body Moisturizer.

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    Aloe Barbadensis Extract

    Aloe Barbadensis ExtractA succulent plant, like kalanchoe and ice plant, which holds water in its leaves and thus has a beneficial effect on the moisture balance of the skin. Also contains properties which are soothing and cooling for the skin.

    found in
    Rhythmic Night Conditioner.

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    Althaea Officinalis (Marsh Mallow) Leaf Extract

    Althaea Officinalis (Marsh Mallow) Leaf ExtractRich in mucilage, a humectant plant carbohydrate able to attract and hold water, marsh mallow extract hydrates and stimulates the moisture balance within the skin. Mucilaginous plants like marsh mallow are non-oily emollients (skin softeners) that promote healing of wounds, skin irritations and burns. Marsh mallow softens dry skin and promotes flexibility and resilience of connective tissues.

    found in
    Quince Day Cream, Daily Revitalizing Eye Cream, Rhythmic Night Conditioner, Translucent Make-up, SALE! Translucent Make-up 03, Conditioner with Jojoba and Marsh Mallow.

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    Althaea Officinalis (Marsh Mallow) Root Extract

    Althaea Officinalis (Marsh Mallow) Root ExtractRich in mucilage, a humectant plant carbohydrate able to attract and hold water, marsh mallow extract hydrates and stimulates the moisture balance within the skin. Mucilaginous plants like marsh mallow are non-oily emollients (skin softeners) that promote healing of wounds, skin irritations and burns. Marsh mallow softens dry skin and promotes flexibility and resilience of connective tissues.

    found in
    Firming Mask, Hand Cream, Rose Day Cream, NEW! Rose Day Cream Light.

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    Aluminum Hydroxide

    A thin coating on micronized titanium dioxide to prevent clumping, enhancing sun protection. Neither the titanium dioxide nor its aluminum hydroxide coating can penetrate the skin.

    found in
    Sunscreen Lotion SPF 15, Sunscreen Cream SPF 20, Sunscreen Stick SPF 30, Sunscreen Cream for Children and Sensitive Skin SPF 30, Sunscreen Spray SPF15.

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    Aluminum Oxide

    A naturally occurring mineral found in nature as corundum. This mineral pigment provides glitter to the Novum Lipsticks. Aluminum Oxide is not absorbed through the skin and is approved by BDIH.

    found in
    Lipstick Novum 01-06.

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    Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Extract

    Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) ExtractFruit extract rich in vitamins and minerals. Hydrates and smoothes fine lines and wrinkles.

    found in
    Daily Revitalizing Eye Cream.

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    Anthyllis Vulneraria Extract

    Anthyllis Vulneraria ExtractAlso known as Woundwort or Kidney Vetch. Vulneraria means "wound healer". A member of the legume family and native to Southern Europe. Anthyllis is little known today, but was traditionally used to relieve spasms, detoxify, reduce swelling and promote wound healing. Elisabeth Sigmund studied anthyllis extensively. She observed a normalization of both oily and dry conditions and even severely irritated skin. Anthyllis has a generally stimulating and normalizing effect on the skin.

    found in
    After-Sun Lotion, Rose Body Wash, Cleansing Cream, Cleansing Milk, SALE! Cover Stick Puncto, Clarifying Toner, Eye Contour Day Balm, Eyeliner, Eye Solace, SALE! Eyeshadow Duo, Facial Toner, Hand Cream, Lip Balm, Lip Care Stick, Lipliner 01, 02, 03, 05, Lipstick, Moisturizing Day Cream, Normalizing Day Oil, Neem Nail Oil, Neem Nail Oil Pen.

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    Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil

    Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) OilPeanut oil is used as an extracting medium for many WALA Oil Extracts and as the base for the Body Oils. It has a neutral energy that does not interfere with healing herbs. It is a very stable oil, requiring no additional antioxidants. As a massage oil, it provides an ideal glide, weight and rate of absorption. Our peanut oil is steam treated and filtered to remove the proteins which are responsible for peanut allergies. Our peanut oil has been tested and certified as aflatoxin free.

    found in
    Birch-Arnica Body Oil, Blackthorn Body Oil, Cleansing Cream, SALE! Cover Stick Puncto, Eye Contour Day Balm, Hand Cream, Neem Hair Oil, Lip Balm, Lemon Body Oil, Lavender Body Oil, Moisturizing Day Cream, Normalizing Day Oil, Neem Nail Oil, Neem Nail Oil Pen, Quince Body Moisturizer, Rose Body Oil, Rose Day Cream, Daily Revitalizing Eye Cream, Rejuvenating Mask, Rosemary Body Oil.

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    Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Extract

    Arctium Lappa (Burdock) ExtractBurdock root is cleansing, antiseptic and detoxifying. It has been traditionally used, both internally and externally, for a variety of skin conditions: acne, infections, eczema, psoriasis and dry scalp. It can also assist with bruises and inflammation.

    found in
    Birch-Arnica Body Oil, Neem Hair Lotion, Shampoo with Apricot and Sea Buckthorn, Conditioner with Jojoba and Marsh Mallow.

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    Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil

    Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel OilA nourishing oil from the Moroccan ironwood tree, adds shine to the Lipsticks Novum. The ironwood trees are protected by the Moroccan Arganeria Desert Preserve for their important role in preventing encroachment of the Sahara desert. Fair trade in this sustainable harvest helps the local economy and encourages preservation of the trees.

    found in
    Lipstick Novum 01-06.

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    Arnica Montana Flower Extract

    Arnica Montana Flower ExtractExtract made from the flower heads/blossoms of the Arnica montana plant. Arnica contains many compounds, including flavonoids, silicic acid, carotenoids and essential oils. It is used as a topical anti-inflammatory and immune-stimulant in tinctures or oils for sprains and bruises. Also used in hair tonics and anti-dandruff preparations.

    found in
    Birch-Arnica Body Oil, Neem Hair Lotion.

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    Artemesia Abrotanum (Southernwood) Extract

    Related to wormwood, another artemesia, southernwood has a normalizing effect on capillary functions. It helps counter the effects of excessive cold.

    found in
    Rhythmic Conditioner, Sensitive.

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    Ascorbyl Dipalmitate

    A natural antioxidant preservative which keeps products fresh and prevents color change.

    found in
    Bronzing Powder, Eyeshadow Solo, Rouge Powder 01-03, NEW! Pure Care Cover Stick.