All you need to know about the ingredients in our products
base ingredients
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beeswax(Cera Alba or Sodium Beeswax when used in soap)
You may have noticed we're big fans of beeswax here at Mersea Mudd Shack! It is a beautiful, natural wax that is produced by honeybees - often called natures wax. It helps to heal, soften, hydrate and sooth the skin, and may help with acne, winkles and skin damage. It is also anti-bacterial, and forms a protective barrier around your skin, while still allowing your skin to breathe.
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olive oil(Olea Europaea Fruit Oil)
Olive oil is made by grinding olives and extracting their oil. In skin care, it is highly moisturising, hydrating the skin. Research has shown it may also help decrease acne, and help conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It is an anti-oxidant and contains vitamin E. Great for natural skincare. |
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coconut oil(Cocos Nucifera)
Made by pressing coconut flesh, coconut oil reduces dryness and hydrates the skin, also providing a protective barrier. It can have a smoothing effect on skin and can help to minimize fine lines and wrinkles. It is soothing, can help reduce redness, and is easily absorbed, providing instant hydration and protection. The perfect addition to any natural skin care. |
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Shea butter(Butyrospermum parkii)
Shea butter is a seed fat, which comes from the shea tree. It is safe on all skin types, moisturises without being oily and has high levels of both vitamin A and E. It is anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal and can help boost collagen production and cell regeneration. It may also help reduce the appearance of stretch marks and scarring, soothing any inflammation as it goes. One of the best natural skin care ingredients around. |
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kokum butter(Garcinia Indica Seed Butter)
Derived from the seed of a fruit-bearing kokum tree, Kokum butter is highly moisturising, healing dry and cracked skin effectively. It may also aid in improving the appearance of scars and stretch marks and it rich in fatty acids which help to soften the skin and promote elasticity. An excellent addition to any natural products for skin care. |
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cocoa butter(Theobroma Cacao)
Cocoa butter is made from cocoa beans, which give it it's beautifully light chocolatey scent. It forms a protective barrier around the skin to hold moisture in. When used in hair products, it prevents hair loss due to breakage, adds volume and repairs damaged hairs. |
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jojoba oil(Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil)
Jojoba Oil is made from the seeds inside the fruit on a jojoba bush. It is moisturising, anti-bacterial and contains natural forms of vitamin E that work with you skin. It has been shown to be great at healing wounds and soothing dry skin. Used on hair, it is great for dandruff, while strengthening hair and preventing hair loss. All natural beauty at it's best. |
ESSENTIAL OILS
Essential oils are generally extracted from the original plant using steam, meaning they take the scent directly from the plant itself. We use essential oils in most of our natural handmade soaps, scented candles and natural wax melts, making them the most natural products around.
Essential oils have long been known for the effect they can have, not only for your physical health but also on your mood. Below are some of the benefits that have been linked to the essential oils we use in our products.
Essential oils have long been known for the effect they can have, not only for your physical health but also on your mood. Below are some of the benefits that have been linked to the essential oils we use in our products.
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lemongrass(Cymbopogon schoenanthus Oil)
This oil is used to overpower feelings of nervousness or mental fatigue, promoting a positive outlook and heightening awareness. It has soothing, purifying and toning benefits for skin, and helps promote healthy appearance of nails. It's also great for repelling insects! |
