Alpine Herbs Body Scrub

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.

C15-19 ALKANE (EMOLLIENT). This emmolient, which is obtained from oil-containing plants, contains carbon chains (=alkane) with a length of 15-19 atoms. It is a raw material of natural origin and a natural alternative to silicones. It absorbs quickly and leaves a smooth skin feel.

APRICOT SEED POWDER. The powder originates from the crushing of apricot kernels. The structure removes superficial skin flakes, promotes blood circulation and makes the skin appear smooth and healthy.

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.

COCO-CAPRYLATE (EMOLLIENT). A fast-spreading, refatting emollient of natural origin that leaves the skin feeling silky smooth and soft.

PALM GLYCERIDES. A blend of citric acid esters with glycerides derived from hydrogenated palm oil that helps improve the solubility of lipophilic substances in aqueous environments.

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

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.

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.

ALMOND OIL. Almond oil is a highly digestible oil and is therefore recommended for all skin types. Due to the spectrum of fatty acids rich in oleic acid, almond oil is absorbed well and deeply and can thus increase the penetration of other functional ingredients.

ALOE VERA. Aloe Vera is a magic plant. It acts as a cooling, soothing, and moisturizing agent, supports the skin's self-healing, and its antioxidants protect against free radicals. Additionally, Aloe Vera contains anti-inflammatory substances like salicylates and polysaccharides, and it promotes wound healing and skin regeneration.

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

PRICKLY PEAR (STEM). Extract from the leaves (stems) of the prickly pear grown in Sicily. The gel it contains has been traditionally used on the skin as an anti-redness, moisturizing and wound-healing agent. Scientific studies have shown that these effects are due to certain polysaccharides in the gel, which have effects similar to hyaluronic acid. Today, the stem of the prickly pear is used in the cosmetic industry as an up-cycling ingredient to produce high quality components for skincare products. The leaves (stem) of the prickly pear are used to make an extract that is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and has a soothing and regenerating effect on the skin.

ALMOND PROTEINS. A hydrolyzed, water-soluble protein derived from sweet almonds. It conditions the hair, improves combability, and provides the hair with proteins after cleansing. It also promotes skin firmness.

MYRICA (WAX). To protect the fruits from environmental influences, the plant coats them with a wax layer. Myrica wax supports this effect on the skin as well, without leaving a sticky residue. The wax has a melting point similar to beeswax and acts as a co-emulsifier in products.

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

ROSEMARY (LEAVES). Extract of rosemary. The main functional ingredient is rosemary acid, a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties.

MOUNTAIN PINE (ESSENTIAL OIL). The essential oil of the mountain pine is recommended in aromatherapy in case of sore muscles and for the purification of the ambient air. The typical fragrance reminds of the alpine meadows and is an important part of the alpine ecology.

SIBERIAN FIR. Contains essential oils, resins, and other beneficial ingredients for the skin. It is often used in cosmetics due to its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.

ROSEMARY (ESSENTIAL OIL). Essential oil extracted from the leaves of rosemary. In addition to its fresh smell, the essential oil has a purifying, tonifying and stimulating effect.

BERGAMOTTE (ESSENTIAL OIL). Essential oil from the skin of the bergamot. Known for its stimulating, antidepressant and blood circulation-promoting effects. Common head note in perfumes.

PALMAROSA (ESSENTIAL OIL). Palmarosa is a type of grass native to India and Indochina. The essential oil is highly nourishing to the skin, stimulating cell regeneration and supporting moisture retention.

HAY . The use of hay is an old custom in South Tyrolean folk medicine. Whereas in the past hay baths were enjoyed in freshly brought in barns, today we allow ourselves this luxury all year round in the form of a care product. It is known for its stimulating effect and provides lasting care for the skin. The different grasses develop their best effect at a temperature of 40°C.

LAVANDIN (ESSENTIAL OIL). Lavandin is the cross between the healing real lavender and the spike lavendel. Its cleansing effect is so significant that this is the reason for the plant's name (lat. lavare = wash). Lavandin calms and soothes.

BLUE CHAMOMILE. Chamomile is one of the most popular medicinal plants and is characterized by its nourishing and soothing properties. The essential oil of real chamomile is rich in bisabolol (about 50%), a powerful anti-inflammatory and calming agent. The contained chamazulene causes the blue coloration of the precious essential oil.

ROSE GERANIUM (ESSENTIAL OIL). This rose-scented essential oil is appreciated for its skin-caring and epithelizing effect on irritated and acneic skin. The flowery note has a balancing and relaxing effect.

CAMPHOR TREE (ESSENTIAL OIL). Essential oil of the camphor tree. Known for its stimulating, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericidal, circulation-promoting and anti-inflammatory effects. Generates a cooling effect when applied on the skin.

SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE (EMULSIFIER). Natural emulsifier based on lactic and stearic acid. In addition to the emulsifying properties for the product, it also cares for the skin.

SODIUM LEVULINATE. Levulinic acid from sugar cane and vegetable oils has an antimicrobial effect and blocks the growth of bacteria in the product.

CITRIC ACID. Organic acid. Biotechnologically extracted from the juice of the lemon fruit with the help of bacteria and serves to stabilize the pH value of the product.

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.

GLYCERY UNDECYLENATE. Co-emulsifier of vegetable origin (various oils). A consistency enhancer and auxiliary emulsifier for lotions and creams.

LECULINIC ACID. Levulinic acid from the sugar cane and vegetable oils has an antimicrobial effect and inhibits the growth of bacteria in the product.

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.

SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE. Preservative of synthetic origin that helps to prolong the shelf life of products by inhibiting the growth of bacteria within the product.

ETHANOL. Ethanol = ethyl alcohol, excellent solvent with cleansing and astringent effect. Improves the penetration of the skin, but can have a dehydrating effect in larger quantities.

POTASSIUM SORBATE. Potassium salt of sorbic acid. Water-soluble, nature-identical preservative produced in laboratory.

SODIUM BENZOATE. Water-soluble preservative for cosmetic preparations. Benzoic acid occurs naturally in blueberries and cranberries. This ingredient has a growth-inhibiting effect on yeasts and fungi and protects the product against them.

GERANIOL. Fragrance that must be declared (information for people with a fragrance allergy) and natural component of various essential oils. Geraniol smells gently of rose and is present in roses, lemon and many other essential oils.

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.

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.