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OUR TASK TO CREATE CLEAN AND EFFECTIVE SKINCARE, CAREFULLY BALANCED TO DELIVER THE DESIRED EFFECT, IS NEVER EASY, BUT WE DO NOT COMPROMISE ON OUR QUALITY.

WE COMBINE NATURALLY OCCURRING ACTIVES AND AROMAS INTO SENSORIAL-RICH PRODUCTS FREE FROM HARMFUL COMPOUNDS.

MALPIGHIA PUNICIFOLIA FRUIT (ACEROLA CHERRY)

CULTIVATED IN BRAZIL • MILLED IN THE NETHERLANDS

We obtain our Acerola berry using organic fruits concentrate, which undergoes freeze-drying (vacuum & low heat 24-hour application). This method guarantees the preservation of high nutritional value. We add our acerola fruit to our Fresh Series blends as a vitamin C booster in the third and final phase.

RICH IN: vitamin C, niacin (vitamin B3), and other complex antioxidant phytonutrients. It acts against skin blemishes and promotes skin elasticity.

SKAL certified (Dutch organic certification).

AHA FRUIT ACIDS

Our AHA fruit acid blend is based on a standardized extraction of five plant species: Bilberry, Sugar Cane, Orange, Lemon, and Sugar Maple.

These botanical extracts deliver five natural AHAs to the skin: Lactic Acid (from Bilberry), Glycolic Acid (from Sugar Cane), Citric Acid (from Orange and Lemon), and Malic and Tartaric Acids (from Sugar Maple).

ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE (ALOE VERA)

CULTIVATED AND COLD-PRESSED IN FRANCE

Aloe vera offers potent soothing, restorative, and moisturizing properties.
We obtain our aloe vera from organic aloe vera cultivated in France.

RICH IN: polysaccharides.

Cerified by ECOCERT/COSMOS.

PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL (APRICOT)

CULTIVATED AND COLD-PRESSED IN SPAIN

Versatile and deeply moisturizing, the biological benefits of our organic wild apricot boost regeneration and cell restoration. It has a potent antimicrobial activity and improves skin tone while preserving softness and radiance.

Rich in: carotenoids, linoleic and oleic acids, and vitamins, including A, B, C, and E.

Certified by Ecocert/Cosmos.

ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL (ARGAN FRUIT)

CULTIVATED IN MOROCCO • COLD-PRESSED IN MOROCCO

Cold-pressed from the seeds of organic Argan fruits, our argan oil helps maintain youthful-looking skin, fights early signs of aging, and replenishes and stimulates cells while fortifying your skin barrier.

RICH IN: mono-unsaturated (80%) and saturated (20%) fatty acids. As minor components, it contains polyphenols, tocopherols, sterols, squalene, and triterpene alcohols.

Certified by Ecocert/Cosmos.

BAKUCHIOL

CULTIVATED IN CHINA

Bakuchiol has repeatedly demonstrated antiaging properties. It helps preserve skin collagen without causing any irritation, making it a true challenger of some synthetically derived and popular ingredients in skincare, such as retinol. Although it is not retinol, it shows a promising future since it mimics the effects of retinol without the irritative side effects.

We extract our Bakuchiol from the leaves and seeds of the Psoralea corylifolia plant without the use of additives.

RICH IN: monoterpenoid phenol, named Bakuchiol and known for its antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiaging effects.

ADANSONIA DIGITATA PULP EXTRACT (BAOBAB)

CULTIVATED IN AFRICA • MILLED IN NETHERLANDS

A precious gift from the African Savanna with exceptionally high vitamin C content, the baobab fruit pulp is very nutritious for the skin with its rich vitamins, trace minerals, and antioxidant content. It also acts as a prebiotic.

We obtain our baobab extract from the raw pod and pulp of the African baobab. The fruit undergoes quality control and segregation of seeds.

RICH IN: vitamins A, B, and C, omegas 3, 6, and 9 fatty acids.

Certified by SKAL certified (Dutch organic certification).

VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT EXTRACT (BILBERRY)

Our bilberry extract is part of our AHA fruit acid blend, increasing collagen production and combating fine lines.

RICH IN: various phenolic compounds, including flavonols (quercetin, catechins), tannins, ellagitannins, and phenolic acids, but anthocyanins.

BISABOLOL

CULTIVATED IN BRAZIL • EXTRACTED IN ITALY

Our bisabolol is extracted from the bark of the Candeia (Vanillosmopsis erythro-pappa) cultivated in Brazil. It is a versatile compound that aids the penetration of our active ingredients and has soothing and antioxidative properties.

RICH IN: sesquiterpene alcohol and (–)-α-bisabolol with potent antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, skin-smoothing, and wound healing properties.

ARTHROSPIRA PLATENSIS EXTRACT (BLUE GREEN ALGAE)

CULTIVATED IN SELECTED OPEN PONDS IN CHINA • MILLED IN THE NETHERLANDS

We selected green-blue algae for our products due to extensively studied characteristics in vivo and in vitro. This micro-algae has unique nutrient properties. It has significant antioxidant activity, prevents viruses from entering target cells, and inhibits the colonization of wounds by multi-resistant bacteria. It acts against acne and repairs and protects the skin cells.

RICH IN: gamma-linolenic acid, phycocyanin compounds, chlorophyll, niacin, and many other invaluable compounds.

TANACETUM ANNUUM FLOWER OIL (BLUE TANSY)

CULTIVATED IN MORROCO

Blue Tansy or Morrocan chamomile is the only essential oil we utilize in one of our products. Phaedra Botanicals does not use essential oils, giving preference to slowly steam-distilled aromas obtained from botanicals and plants that lack many of the allergens present in essential oils.

Blue Tansy is anti-inflammatory and has calming properties. It soothes skin prone to redness, eczema, and other skin conditions.

CAMELLIA SINENSIS SEED OIL (CAMELLIA)

FROM ORGANIC FARMING IN CHINA

Our Camellia oil is cold-pressed from the seeds of certified organic Camellia oleifera, known for its nourishing, soothing, replenishing, and moisturizing properties.

RICH IN: polyphenols and antioxidants, oleic and linoleic acids, squalene, and vitamins E and A.

Certified by Ecocert/Cosmos.

MYRCIARIA DUBIA FRUIT EXTRACT (CAMU CAMU)

CULTIVATED IN PERU • MILLED IN THE NETHERLANDS

Selected for its high antioxidants and vitamin C content, our Camu Camu helps boost collagen production and aid younger-, firmer- and more elastic-looking skin. It is an essential part of our Vitamin C complex.

RICH IN: vitamin C, potent antioxidants, and flavonoids. It boosts collagen production.

Certified by SKAL certified (Dutch organic certification).

EUPHORBIA CERIFERA CERA (CANDELILLA WAX)

EXTRACTED IN GERMANY

This natural wax derived from the leaves of the small Candelilla shrub creates a protective film and repels water supporting the long-lasting effect of our Skin Palette clean makeup and Lips and Cheeks Balms.

CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDES

ISOLATED IN: GERMANY

Our caprylic/capric triglycerides are isolated during the processing of raw coconut oil. This process removes the MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides) from the oil, making it a good source of the benefits carried by MCT, such as powerful skin-replenishing effects and improved skin resistance to moisture loss.

COPERNICIA CERIFERY CERA (CARNAUBA WAX)

Our Carnauba wax is wild-harvested in Brazil. It stabilizes our clean makeup while providing it with perfect viscosity. It also provides our products with better temperature stability and resistance to heat.

DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA ROOT EXTRACT (CARROT)

CULTIVATED AND SLOWLY EXTRACTED WITH NATURAL CARBON DIOXIDE IN GERMANY

Our CO2 carrot extract forms, together with Bakuchiol, part of our provitamin A complex, offering antiaging properties.

We extract this concentrated carotene essence from dried roots of organic carrots through supercritical fluid extraction using natural carbon dioxide and without any solvent residues used during the production.

It is then infused into our organic jojoba oil and preserved with CO2 rosemary extract.

RICH IN: provitamin A, alpha, beta-, gamma-, delta-, epsilon-carotene in natural isometrical distribution, and lycopene.

Certified by ECOCERT/COSMOS.

RICINUS COMMUNIS SEED OIL (CASTOR)

CULTIVATED IN INDIA

Our certified organic Castor oil is cold-pressed from castor beans.
It helps to keep skin moisturized and soothed and prevents acne.

RICH IN: ricinoleic acid that deeply moisturizes and helps skin to recover from acne and rough feel.

Certified by ECOCERT/COSMOS.

CUCUMIS SATIVUS FRUIT EXTRACT (CUCUMBER)

CULTIVATED IN AND EXTRACTED IN FRANCE

Our French organic cucumber extract provides a precious hydration punch while supplying vitamins that improve the overall health of every skin. Cucumber hydrates, improves complexion, soothes puffy eyes, and gives anti-inflammatory, cooling, and toning properties.

RICH IN: cucurbitacins, cucumegastigmanes I and II, cucumerin A and B, vitexin, orientin that are anti-inflammatory, protect the skin against free radicals, and improve the overall health of the skin.

Certified by ECOCERT/COSMOS.

CUCUMIS SATIVUS SEED OIL (CUCUMBER)

COLD-PRESSED IN THE UK

Cucumber seeds are rich in beneficial compounds that restore skin’s natural barrier, support skin elasticity, and balance sebum secretion.

RICH IN: oleic and linoleic acids, antioxidants and vitamin E.

COENZYME Q10

PREPARED IN THE SWITZERLAND

Our blend of Squalane, Vitamin E, and Ubiquinone combines the benefits of Coenzyme Q10 with vitamin E. It is a powerful antioxidant that offers firmer, softer, and well-toned skin.

It strengthens skin and cell viability by increasing cellular ATP production and preventing collagen degradation.

We created our Coenzyme Q10 by dissolving Ubiquinone and vitamin E in squalene and filtering the solution. It is partially synthetically derived in order to keep our products vegan.

BOTANICALS

OUR TASK TO CREATE CLEAN AND EFFECTIVE SKINCARE, CAREFULLY BALANCED TO DELIVER THE DESIRED EFFECT, IS NEVER EASY, BUT WE DO NOT COMPROMISE ON OUR QUALITY. WE COMBINE NATURALLY OCCURRING ACTIVES AND AROMAS INTO SENSORIAL-RICH PRODUCTS FREE FROM HARMFUL COMPOUNDS.