Ingredient Glossary

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Acacia Senegal Gum

The sap of various acacia species dries to form a rubber-like resin called gum Arabic. It improves the viscosity of a preparation and provides quick drying and smudge-resistance when used in our decorative cosmetics.

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Aconitum, radix (P-LAF) 9x

Aconitum or monkshood root, when homeopathically prepared and potentized, it is a much-relied upon remedy for fevers and pain. In Melissa Menopause Relief it eases hot flashes.

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Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Bark Extract

Horse chestnut is a rich source of antioxidant plant compounds similar to those in pine bark (pycnogenol) and grape seed with firming and toning properties.

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Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract

Horse chestnut seed extract has similar properties to the bark extract (see above), but contains more esculin, a potent antioxidant compound that supports healthy water balance in skin.

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Aesculus hippocastanum (N-LAF) 9x HPUS

Homepathically prepared horse chestnut encourages healthy lymph circulation, especially in the legs and helps relieve swelling.

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Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract

Lady’s Mantle has a beneficial firming effect on the skin and supports the skin’s healthy moisture balance.

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Alcohol

A food-grade ethyl alcohol (ethanol) from organically grown wheat that is fermented and distilled and is gluten-free. 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.

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Algin

Algin is a gel-forming substance obtained from marine algae (seaweed) helps. Thicken and stabilize creams and keeps the skin supple.

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Allium cepa Ø (M-LAF) HPUS

This healing plant is more familiar than you might think. Allium cepa is the Latin name for the common kitchen onion. Homeopathic onion calms and soothes inflamed skin.

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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

Aloe is a succulent plant like kalanchoe and ice plant – a specialist in dealing with hot climates as its leaves have a high capacity for storing water. The juice from the leaf soothes the skin and helps support healthy moisture balance.

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Althaea Officinalis Leaf Extract

Marsh mallow extract hydrates and supports the moisture balance within the skin. It is rich in mucilage, a humectant plant carbohydrate that is able to attract and hold water. Mucilaginous plants like marsh mallow are non-oily emollients with soothing and softening properties. Marsh mallow softens dry skin, promoting flexibility and resilience.

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Althaea Officinalis Root Extract

Marsh mallow root extract hydrates and supports healthy moisture balance within the skin. It is rich in mucilage, a humectants plant carbohydrate that is able to attract and hold water. Mucilaginous plants like marsh mallow are non-oily emollients with soothing and softening properties. Marsh mallow softens dry skin promoting flexibility and resilience.

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Alumina

Also known as Aluminum Oxide aluminum is the third most common element in the earth's crust. Alumina serves as an insoluble carrier for mineral pigments. Alumina is not absorbed through the skin and is approved for use in Natural and Organic personal care by both BDIH and NATRUE.

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Aluminum Oxide

A naturally occurring mineral found in nature as corundum, aluminum is the third most common element in the earth's crust. Aluminum oxide serves as an insoluble carrier substance for mineral pigments. Aluminum oxide is not absorbed through the skin and is approved for use in Natural and Organic Personal Care by both BDIH and NATRUE.

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Amber Powder

A semi-precious yellowish-brown stone that revitalizes the skin a rhythmitised preparation of amber is part of the formulation of Intensive Treatment 04.

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Anagallis Arvensis Extract

Rhythmitised preparation of scarlet pimpernel soothes and calms itchy skin. It serves as a model for proper fluid distribution in the skin.

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Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract

Pineapple fruit extract is rich in vitamins and minerals. It is hydrating, giving the skin a pleasant, fresh feeling and smoothes fine lines and wrinkles.

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Anthyllis Vulneraria Extract

Also known as woundwort or kidney vetch. Anthyllis is a member of the legume family and native to Southern Europe. It is little known today, but was traditionally used to detoxify and reduce swelling. Elisabeth Sigmund creator of Dr.Hauschka Skin Care, studied anthyllis extensively. When used in skin care preparations, she observed a normalization of oily, dry and even irritated skin. Anthyllis has a generally stimulating and normalizing effect on the skin. It is a key plant in Dr.Hauschka Skin Care, found in many face care preparations and Decorative Cosmetics.

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Apis mellifica (E) 4x HPUS

Homeopathically diluted and potentized honeybee. Relieves symptoms associated with inflammation, such as swelling, pain, and redness. Only a few bees are used to make WALA’s entire production of Apis mother tincture yearly. They are from the hives in WALA’s biodynamic gardens and are prepared according to humane practices.

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Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil

A pharmaceutical-grade peanut oil is used as an extracting medium for many plants. It has neutral qualities that do not interfere with the herbs. It is a very stable oil, requiring no additional antioxidants. Our peanut oil is steam treated and filtered to remove the proteins related to peanut allergies and has been tested and certified as aflatoxin-free.