Refreshing Foot Balm

WATER. Water positively supports the moisture content of the skin and is used to dissolve vegetable ingredients. The quality of the water is regularly checked for physical and microbiological values.

MEDIUM-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES. Vegetable neutral oil from coconut oil and glycerine with refatting, moisturizing and smoothing properties. Clear, odorless and non-greasy.

CETEARYL ALCOHOL (FATTY ALCOHOL). Mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohol, these are fatty alcohols, which are produced by the reduction of the corresponding fatty acids. A very common ingredient of cosmetic formulas, which gives the skin a pleasantly soft feeling and supports the formation of emulsions in the product. It also has a moisturizing effect and is supposed to smooth the skin.

GYLCERINE (SUGAR ALCOHOL). Glycerin occurs in nature as a component of fats (triglycerides = glycerin with 3 fatty acids). It is a natural component of our Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF) of the skin and is present as part of the storage fat in plants. Glycerin binds water and can thus promote the skin's moisture. A well moisturized skin ages more slowly and is better protected against environmental influences.

GLYCERYL STEARATE (CO-EMULSIFIER). Co-emulsifier of vegetable origin (various oils). A consistency enhancer and auxiliary emulsifier for lotions and creams.

SHEA BUTTER. Shea butter derives from the nut of the shea tree, is rich in antioxidants and is considered to be particularly nutritious and protective due to the contained fatty acids, resulting in velvety soft skin. Its high content of vitamin E, carotenoids and allantoin gives it smoothing properties and makes it particularly beneficial for stressed skin.

POTASSIUM PALMITOYL HYDROLYZED RICE PROTEIN (EMULSIFIER). Emulsifier with rice proteins. Keeps the skin in good condition.

SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE (EMULSIFIER). Natural emulsifier based on amino acids. Helps water and oil to mix and subsequently not separate. This ingredient also has skin and hair conditioning properties, keeping them in good condition.

ZINC OXIDE. Mineral dye made of zinc ore with UV-reflecting and protective properties. Due to its astringent and soothing effect, zinc oxide is also used as a powder additive, especially for tendentially impure skin.

OLIVE OIL. Olive oil - vegetable oil with predominantly simple unsaturated fatty acids. Good option to moisturize and nourish very dry skin.

COMFREY. Medicinal plant that contains allantoin and rosemary acid with analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. The contained mucilages moisturize the skin and ensure a well-cared for appearance.

SUNFLOWER OIL. Oil from the sunflower seeds, its name comes from its ability to turn its flower head towards the sun. Due to its high content of linoleic acid, it is a light, non-sticky and caring oil. The contained vitamin E has an antioxidant effect.

PHENETHYL ALOHOL. Pleasant rose-like fragrance, which can be found in various essential oils like rose, neroli or geranium.

MYRICA (WAX). To protect the fruits from environmental conditions, the fruits are covered with a layer of wax. This effect is also supported by the Myrica wax on the skin without leaving a sticky layer. The wax has a similar melting point to beeswax and acts as a co-emulsifier in the product.

CARNAUBA WAX. A plant-based wax extracted from the leaves of the Brazilian tropical palm Copernicia cerifera. Similar to other waxes, it is used as a stabilizer in cosmetic products. It makes the skin supple and smoothes it.

CANDELILLA WAX. The wax comes from the protective wax layer of this spurge plant. The wax leaves a pleasant feeling on the skin and protects it. It also acts as a co-emulsifier and consistency enhancer in the product.

ACETYLATED GLYCERYL STEARATE/PALMITATE (CO-EMULSIFIER). Waxy, white emulsion stabilizer that promotes the mixing of water and oil and leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth.

STEARIC ACID. Stearic acid occurs in different vegetable oils, it is a saturated fatty acid with 18 carbon atoms. Acts as co-emulsifier and gel former. Helps to stabilize water and oil mixtures and ensures a smooth, pleasant skin feeling.

TOCOPHEROL. Vitamin E is the most important fat-soluble antioxidant and is found in many plant-based oils as a protection against oxidation. By intercepting the harmful free radicals, tocopherol prevents the oxidation of the lipids in the product as well as those of the skin's membrane lipids. Wound healing can be positively supported and the skin appears smooth and healthy.

GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE . Plant-based, multifunctional ingredient with softening and moisturizing properties. It is extracted from various vegetable oils, acts as a co-emulsifier in the product and so stabilizes the emulsion. The ingredient also has preservative properties for the product.

ALLANTOIN. Nature-identical functional ingredient that occurs naturally in the comfrey plant. Has a soothing, skin-smoothing, calming and regenerating effect and improves the ability to retain moisture.

ANISIC ACID. Skin-friendly organic acid that is effective against fungi. Helps to protect the product from microbial spoilage.

SCOTS PINE (ESSENTIAL OIL). The essential oil of the Scots pine refreshes the air and respiratory tracts. When applied to the skin, the blood circulation is stimulated and the body can relax after sports activities.

SODIUM LAUROYL OAT AMINO ACIDS (SURFACTANT). Mild surfactant from the combination of amino acids from oats and lauric acid, a fatty acid of vegetable origin. With its mild cleansing power and good foam formation it is particularly suitable for sensitive skin.

PEPPERMINT (ESSENTIAL OIL). The essential oil of peppermint comes from the steam distillation of freshly harvested, blooming branches. The main ingredient is menthol. Traditionally used as an inhalant for colds and coughs. Similar to field mint, epithelization can be promoted. In traditional folk medicine, the essential oil is recommended for headaches and cramped smooth muscles.

XANTHAN GUM. One of the most commonly used thickeners and emulsion stabilizers. Completely natural ingredient produced by fermentation.

SAGE (ESSENTIAL OIL). The Latin name salvia already contains the healing effect, because salvare means to save. Due to its estrogenic effect, it is traditionally administered for menopause symptoms. The essential oil has a stimulating and toning effect and is used for cellulite. Through its antibacterial effect it can reduce sweat odor.

THYME (ESSENTIAL OIL). Up to 45 cm high shrub plant, which grows in Central Europe, Southern Europe, Asia Minor, USA and in China. Beside the popular use in the Mediterranean kitchen, thyme is also appreciated as an anti-infectious essential oil.

SODIUM PHYTATE. Sodium phytate is a natural raw material occurring in wheat and rice bran. It is a so-called chelator and binds metals which can influence the stability of the product.

LIMONENE. Fragrance that must be declared (information for people with a fragrance allergy) and natural component of various essential oils. Limonene is a fresh, citrus-like scent that is contained in many plants such as rosemary, lavender, lemon grass, peppermint and eucalyptus. The molecule is also the main component of the peel oil of citrus fruits.

FRAGRANCE NATURAL ORIGIN. Not all cosmetic ingredients have a pleasant scent by nature, even if they are wonderful for the skin in their function. For this reason, we use scents of natural origin to create a great experience for your nose as well.

LINALOOL. Fragrance that must be declared (information for people with a fragrance allergy) and natural component of various essential oils. The fragrance is flowery-fresh and occurs in many spice plants, such as nutmeg, thyme and many more.