Scent: A warm, very vegetal undergrowth-like smell. It will remind you of slightly wet autumn walks in the French countryside. Note the scent only comes from ingredients, as Cosmydor’s formulas never contain fragrances.
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Texture: Rich still light, it penetrates quickly in your skin thanks to its emulsion nature (similar to the skin's surface). Naturally obtained without synthetic texture agents, thanks to Cosmydor’s artisanal know-how.
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• Butyrospermum parkii butter (shea butter)

  Shea butter is a natural fat derived from the nuts of the shea tree that has been used for centuries in West African cultures for its medicinal and cosmetic benefits. Shea butter contains a high concentration of vitamins A, E, and F, which work together to nourish and moisturise the skin. Its fatty acids also help to protect the skin's natural oils and improve its elasticity. Shea butter is particularly beneficial for dry, sensitive, or ageing skin as it can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is also a great ingredient for those with eczema, psoriasis, or other skin conditions, as it can soothe and heal irritated skin. Overall, shea butter is a fantastic natural option for a healthy, hydrated, and glowing skin.

• Cocos nucifera oil (coconut oil)

  Coconut oil is obtained by expression from the dried inner flesh of the coconut, Cocos nucifera. Coconut oil is high in protective antioxidants and antibacterial fatty acids. It suits all skin types and is light, non-greasy and rapidly absorbed giving deep hydration and conditioning to skin, scalp and hair. Research shows it can improve skin elasticity helping prevent premature ageing and wrinkle formation.

• Borago officinalis seed oil (borage oil)

  Naturally rich in vitamins A and E, and Omegas 3 and 5, borage is recommended for dry skin, itching, and skin disorders with inflammation, due to the high proportion of gamma-linolenic acid, as a gamma linolenic acid deficiency can result in itching and dry skin. It has a positive effect on the barrier function of the epidermis. It improves skin appearance, primarily if the skin is dry and scaly.

• Cera alba (beeswax)

  The only non-vegan (although organic) ingredient of C/1's formula, it is known for its skin-protective and moisturising properties, especially due to its high vitamin A content. It protects the skin against agressions such as wind and cold, and has anti-inflammatory properties.

• Sesamum indicum seed oil (sesame seed oil)

  Sesame seed oil is rich in essential fatty acids. Known for its softening and skin-rejuvenating properties, it penetrates quickly without being greasy.

• Astragalus gummifer gum (tragacanth gum)

  Tragacanth gum helps naturally to keep the emulsion nature of our formula from separating into its oil and liquid components.

• Ricinus communis seed oil (castor bean oil)

  Castor bean oil is a vegetable oil known to be effective at healing inflamed skin, reducing acne, fading blemishes and stretch marks, preventing stretch marks and pigmentation, moisturising skin fighting the different visible signs of ageing. It also helps creams maintain a smooth consistency in a variety of climate conditions.

• Simmondsia chinensis seed oil (jojoba oil)

  Deeply penetrating, jojoba oil has a dry texture that rebalances the flow of sebum and prevents dehydration of the skin. Due to is soothing and healing properties, it is perfect for sensitive skin. It also helps your skin fight external aggressions especially cold and wind.

• Benzyl alcohol

  Antimicrobial preservative and solvent. One of the few preservatives allowed in organic products. It is naturally present in apricots, almonds, apples, asparagus, etc.

• Thymus mastichina flower oil (marjoram essential oil)

  Marjoram essential oil has antimicrobial, antifungal, antiseptic and disinfectant properties that make it an effective oil in healing wounds, invasion of microbes causing skin infections and acne. Recent studies have established the high concentration of linalool component in marjoram oil, which justifies these properties.

• Lactic acid

  Additive (of plant origin in our case) used as a buffer agent to adjust the pH of the formula to resemble that of the skin.

• Olea europaea fruit oil (olive oil)

  Olive oil is very rich in fatty acids and antioxidants. Known for its virtues of hydrating and restoring the skin's hydrolipidic film, elasticity and suppleness.

• Potassium hydroxide

  Caustic potash is used as a buffer agent to adjust the pH of the formula to resemble that of the skin.

• Sodium chloride

  Table salt is used as a blooming agent of our emulsions.

• Dehydroacetic acid

  Used as an antimicrobial and fungicide preservative.

• Geraniol, limonene and linalool

  These are not ingredients in the formula, but naturally occurring allergens mostly from essential oils which have to be indicated on packaging over a certain threshold as per European regulations. According to the European Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS), 1% to 3% of the European population may be allergic to these natural substances.