Ingredients Natural Skin Care
Please select a letter to obtain more information about the ingredients of Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products. In case of conflicting information the formulas stated on the packaging take precedence.
| English name | Contained in | Declaration (INCI) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| LACTIC ACID |
| Lactic Acid | Lactic acid is a component of the natural, moisture-regulating system of the human skin. It is also found in fruit. The lactic acid obtained from fermentation of plant substances, e.g. cane sugar, has moisture-regulating and pH-stabilizing properties. |
| LACTIC ACID FATTY ACID ESTER |
| Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate | Lactic acid obtained by fermentation is combined with plant fatty acids. Lactic acid fatty esters help to bind water and oil components to form a creamy emulsion. They are also approved as emulsifiers for foods. |
| LADY'S MANTLE Leaves, Extract |
| Alchemilla Mollis Extract | Lady's mantle is a sister of the rose although one would not know from its appearance. The lady's mantle extracts in Dr. Hauschka Skin Care products are prepared using our own special processes. |
| LARCH WOOD Extract |
| Galactoarabinan | The extract consists of complex carbohydrates. It stabilizes emulsions and supports the skin's moisture balance. |
| LAVENDER OIL Essentail oil |
| Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil | The pleasant fragrance of lavender essential oil has a balancing, soothing and relaxing effect. In aromatherapy, lavender essential oil is used to soothe skin, to fortify and relax, and uplift the mood. |
| LAVENDER WATER |
| Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water | Distillation of fresh lavender flowers for essential oil also creates a fragrant, soothing and calming lavender floral water. |
| LECITHIN |
| Lecithin, Lysolecithin | Lecithins from soy beans (GMO free) bind the oil and water components in creams (natural emulsifier). They have a smoothing and moisturizing action on the skin. |
| LEMON ACID Ester |
| Triethyl Citrate | A compound formed from plant alcohol and natural citric acid. It stops the unpleasant odors associated with body sweat. The sweating process itself, which is necessary for the body, is not impaired by triethyl citrate. |
| LEMON BALM Extract |
| Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract | Lemon balm, like rosemary and lavender, belongs to the labiate (mint) family. It is a harmonizing plant which helps fortify and balance. The extracts of lemon balm in Dr. Hauschka Skin Care products are prepared by a special process. |
| LEMON GRASS Extract |
| Cymbopogon Citratus Extract | Lemon grass is a tropical sweet grass used in Asian cooking as a stimulating spice and from which a toning essential oil is obtained. The lemon grass extracts in Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products are prepared using our own special processes. |
| LEMON OIL Essential Oil |
| Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil | Lemon peel is cold pressed to obtain essential oil of lemon. The oil has a pleasant, strong lemon fragrance. In aromatherapy, lemon essential oil is used for many things, mainly for its uplifting and invigorating effect. It is classified as a light, fresh and vibrant fragrance. |
| LEMON PEEL Extract |
| Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract | An extract of lemon peels which, is also used to obtain invigorating lemon essential oil. The peel forms the elastic boundary between the inner moisture of the juice and the dry environment. The lemon peel extracts in Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products are prepared using our own special processes. |
| LIME TREE Blossoms, Extract |
| Tilia Cordata Flower Extract | The harmonizing lime tree has been a feature of human settlements for centuries. It was often at the heart of village social life. Tea made from its leaves is used to help support fluid balance. The lime blossom extract in Dr. Hauschka Skin Care products is prepared using our own special rhythmic process. |
| LIMONENE |
| Limonene | Limonene is naturally occuring in essential oils such as citrus fruits. In Dr. Hauschka Skin Care Limonene is never added as an isolated or synthetic substance. Where present it is always as a component of natural essential oils. We declare it individually as required under European allergy disclosure regulations. |
| LINALOOL |
| Linalool | Linalool is naturally occuring in essential oils such as lavender, rose wood and coriander. In Dr. Hauschka Skin Care Linalool is never added as an isolated or synthetic substance. Where present it is always as a component of natural essential oils. We declare it individually as required under European allergy disclosure regulations. |
| LOESSMEDICINAL CLAY |
| Loess | Pure natural loess is a very fine mineral clay. It is produced from rocks carried by glaciers in the ice age. Friction, crushing and weathering transformed this rock into fine particles. They are dried, ground and sieved. The deep-cleansing, clarifying action of the loess clay gently cleanses clogged pores, blackheads and softens callused skin. |
| LANOLIN |
| Lanolin | The protective oily sebum that protects sheep's wool. It is collected by washing out the fleece after shearing. Lanolin has moisturizing, replenishing and emulsifying properties. |
