Ingredient Glossary
Explore the plant oils, butters, botanicals, and essential oils selected for Indigo&Jade body care.
Aloe Vera Juice
What it is: succulent plant species from the genus Aloe. It grows abundantly in tropical climates and has been used for centuries as a medicinal plant.
Why we use it: its cooling gel hydrates the skin, calms inflammation, and helps minor wounds and burns heal faster.
Skin/body-care benefit: Aloe delivers deep hydration and natural polysaccharides that help bind moisture to the skin without feeling heavy or greasy.
Products you’ll find it in: Coco Body Whip.
Apricot Oil
What it is: pressed from the kernels; the oil is chiefly composed of oleic acid.
Why we use it: lightweight, fast-absorbing carrier oil that acts as a natural “dry oil” feel on the skin without leaving a heavy, greasy residue.
Skin/body-care benefit: With continued use, apricot oil can help fade dark spots and improve overall complexion.
Products you’ll find it in: Coco Body Whip and Essential Body Oil.
Black Seed Oil
What it is: herbal ingredient derived from the tiny black seeds of a flowering plant called Nigella sativa.
Why we use it: It soothes inflammatory conditions.
Skin/body-care benefit: calm redness, swelling, and irritation.
Products you’ll find it in: Soothe.
Camellia Oil
What it is: A plant oil from camellia seeds.
Why we use it: It sinks into the skin rapidly and has a low comedogenic rating, meaning it won’t clog pores or feel suffocating.
Skin/body-care benefit: Deeply hydrates and leaves a radiant, satiny glow.
Products you’ll find it in: Dry Body Oil, Essential Sugar Body Scrub — Mint Muse and Horizon.
Cocoa Butter
What it is: an edible vegetable that comes from the cocoa bean, which is the seed of the cacao tree.
Why we use it: natural ingredient that nourishes and reduces discomfort associated with dryness and irritation.
Skin/body-care benefit: The components have been shown to have potential therapeutic benefits for various skin conditions.
Products you’ll find it in: Coco Body Whip; Essential Sugar Body Scrub — Mint Muse and Horizon.
Coconut Oil
What it is: a plant oil derived from the meat of the coconut palm fruit.
Why we use it: Coconut Oil is an effective emollient, meaning that it helps the skin to retain moisture due to its high concentration of fatty acids.
Skin/body-care benefit: Acts as a barrier support by strengthening the skin’s natural moisture barrier to reduce water loss.
Products you’ll find it in: Dry Body Oil.
Colloidal Oatmeal
What it is: finely ground whole oat grain (Avena sativa) processed into an ultra-fine powder that disperses evenly in liquid to soothe and protect the skin.
Why we use it: it is used to soothe, moisturize, and protect dry, itchy, and irritated skin.
Skin/body-care benefit: Colloidal oatmeal can be a helpful, safe, and soothing ingredient for chronic conditions that cause the surface of your skin to become irritated, like eczema.
Products you’ll find it in: Soothe.
Cupuaçu Butter
What it is: A plant butter made from the seeds of the cupuaçu fruit.
Why we use it: Cupuaçu butter is a powerful, plant-based emollient that deeply hydrates the skin by absorbing and retaining up to 440% of its weight in water.
Skin/body-care benefit: Helps soften skin and contributes to a moisturized feel.
Products you’ll find it in: Essential Body Scrub — Mint Muse and Horizon; Soothe.
Lime Essential Oil
What it is: citrusy essence cold-pressed or distilled from the fruit’s peel, valued for its fresh, energizing aroma.
Why we use it: It clarifies skin; acts as a natural astringent that helps balance oil production and clear greasy skin conditions.
Skin/body-care benefit: has aromatherapy such as the fresh and perky aroma helps in comforting and improving the mood.
Products you’ll find it in: Essential Sugar Body Scrub — Horizon.
Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil
What it is: Litsea cubeba essential oil, also known as May Chang, is extracted from the fruits of the Litsea cubeba tree.
Why we use it: Litsea cubeba essential oil has strong antimicrobial properties, making it effective in combating bacteria and fungi.
Skin/body-care benefit: can promote skin regeneration and even out skin tone. Whether you’re dealing with acne scars, age spots, or uneven skin texture.
Products you’ll find it in: Essential Body Scrub — Horizon.
Maracuja Oil
What it is: Maracuja oil is derived from the seeds of the passion fruit plant.
Why we use it: It contributes a conditioning oil to the blend.
Skin/body-care benefit: Helps leave skin feeling soft and smooth.
Products you’ll find it in: Essential Body Oil.
Marula Oil
What it is: A plant oil pressed from marula seeds.
Why we use it: High levels of vitamin C and antioxidants help promote collagen production.
Skin/body-care benefit: Maracuja oil is rich in protective antioxidants like lycopene, to battle the effects of sun damage, pollution, and other environmental stressors.
Products you’ll find it in: Essential Body Oil.
Meadowfoam Oil
What it is: derived from the seeds of the Limnanthes alba wildflower, is a remarkably stable, deeply emollient carrier oil rich in unique long-chain fatty acids.
Why we use it: Lightweight, fast-absorbing, and non-greasy.
Skin/body-care benefit: Mirrors the natural sebum produced by your skin, which helps it absorb smoothly without a heavy residue.
Products you’ll find it in: Dry Body Oil.
Palmarosa Essential Oil
What it is: derived from a species of fragrant, tall perennial grass belonging to the lemongrass genus.
Why we use it: Supports skin cell renewal and texture improvement, helping to smooth the appearance of fine lines and foster a radiant, even skin tone.
Skin/body-care benefit: Emotional Grounding: Encourages a sense of inner steadiness, relaxation, and mental clarity during periods of grief, anger, or prolonged strain.
Products you’ll find it in: Essential Sugar Body Scrub — Mint Muse.
Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil
What it is: The fruit peel (exocarp) of the pink grapefruit. The essential oil glands are located directly within this outer rind.
Why we use it: oil offers uplifting aromatherapy, skin-cleansing properties, and antimicrobial benefit.
Skin/body-care benefit: Acts as a natural clarifier to help clear pores and promote a healthy, smooth glow.
Products you’ll find it in: Essential Body Oil — Horizon.
Rice Bran Oil
What it is: Emollient oil extracted from rice bran, the outer coat of brown rice. Rich in vitamins, minerals, protein.
Why we use it: It is an excellent source of tocotrienol, an antioxidant with the potential to be much more powerful and effective than Vitamin E.
Skin/body-care benefit: beneficial for sensitive skin due to its gentle, non-irritating properties. It contains antioxidant-rich vitamins like vitamin E, known to help against environmental stressors and visible inflammation.
Products you’ll find it in: Dry Body Oil.
Safflower Oil
What it is: comes from the pressed seeds of the safflower. The plant is a branching, thistle-like annual with bright yellow, orange, or red flowers.
Why we use it: safflower oil is beneficial for all skin types, particularly for those experiencing inflamed skin and disrupted barriers due to acne, eczema, or psoriasis.
Skin/body-care benefit: Safflower is rich in linoleic acid, or vitamin F, which is the building block for ceramides. Ceramides support our natural protective barrier, leading to an improved ability to maintain hydration and prevent irritants from entering the skin.
Products you’ll find it in: Essential Body Oil.
Sea Buckthorn Fruit Oil
What it is: Derived from the fleshy outer pulp of the orange berries. It has a thick consistency and a deep red or orange-red color due to a high concentration of carotenoids. It is exceptionally rich in monounsaturated palmitoleic acid (omega-7).
Why we use it: Rich in palmitoleic acid (omega-7), an essential fatty acid naturally found in human skin, which helps soothe burns, cuts, and tissue damage.
Skin/body-care benefit: deeply hydrates, calms inflammation, and supports skin barrier repair.
Products you’ll find it in: Soothe.
Shea Butter
What it is: a natural fat extracted from the kernel inside the nut of the African shea tree.
Why we use it: It provides deep Moisturization: Packed with fatty acids like oleic and stearic acid, it acts as an emollient and occlusive to soften skin and lock in hydration.
Skin/body-care benefit: creates a heavy, long-lasting protective barrier on the skin.
Products you’ll find it in: Soothe.
Spearmint Essential Oil
What it is: Spearmint essential oil is derived from the leaves and flowering tops of the spearmint plant, scientifically known as Mentha spicata.
Why we use it: When massaged into the skin in a circular motion with a grainy texture like sugar or salt, it helps invigorate the body and soothe fatigued muscles.
Skin/body-care benefit: provides a gentle cooling sensation, refreshing aroma, and natural cleansing benefits that help soothe both the skin and the senses.
Products you’ll find it in: Essential Sugar Body Scrub — Mint Muse.
Turmeric Oil
What it is: Turmeric oil comes from the rhizomes (underground roots or stems) of the Curcuma longa plant.
Why we use it: Turmeric contains an active compound called curcumin, which provides powerful anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties that can benefit overall skin health.
Skin/body-care benefit: Reduces Inflammation: Calms redness, irritation, and swelling associated with inflammatory conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
Products you’ll find it in: Soothe.
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
What it is: The oil of ylang ylang is derived from the pale yellow flower of Cananga odorata, a tropical evergreen tree.
Why we use it: reduce stress, elevate mood, and nourish skin.
Skin/body-care benefit: With its hydrating and restorative abilities, ylang ylang can revitalize tired, dull skin and leave you with a healthy glow.
Products you’ll find it in: Essential Sugar Body Scrub — Mint Muse.