Ingredient Glossary

Ingredient Glossary

What’s inside our jars, and why.

Our promise: every ingredient has a job to do—no fluff, no filler. We favor nutrient-dense fats, smart actives, and gentle functional ingredients that make the formula stable, spreadable, and safe.

Core Lipids & Waxes

  • Grass-Fed Beef Tallow — Skin-native lipids that cushion, moisturize, and help support a healthy barrier. Found in: LUXE Face Cream, Lip Brightening Balm, Beard Balm, SoftTouch Shave Cream, Mineral Sun Shield, Hair Repair Mask (1%).
  • Olive-Derived Squalane — Lightweight slip and lasting softness without greasiness. Found in: LUXE Face Cream, Lip Balm, Shave Cream, Hair Mask, Sun Shield.
  • Shea & Mango Butters — Rich emollients for supple, long-wear moisture. Found in: LUXE Face Cream, Shave Cream, Beard Balm.
  • Beeswax & Carnauba — Structure and moisture-lock; add natural hold/finish. Found in: Lip Balm, Beard Balm, Sun Shield.

Brightening & Tone Support

  • Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) — Helps refine look of texture and uneven tone; supports calm feel. Found in: LUXE Face Cream.
  • Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C) — Stable, gentle vitamin C derivative for balanced brightening. Found in: LUXE Face Cream, Hair Loss Balm (scalp care).
  • Kojic Dipalmitate — Oil-soluble kojic derivative that supports a more even-looking tone over time. Found in: LUXE Face Cream, Lip Brightening Balm.
  • Caffeine — Appearance of de-puffing and energized look/feel. Found in: LUXE Face Cream, Hair Loss Balm.
  • Iron Oxides (CI 77491) — Clean mineral tint for a sheer blush (no FD&C dyes). Found in: Lip Brightening Balm.

Botanical & Specialty Oils

  • Rosehip Seed • Marula • Jojoba — Lightweight, antioxidant-rich glow without heaviness. Found in: LUXE Face Cream, Lip Balm, Beard Balm, Shave Cream.
  • Sea Buckthorn — Antioxidant support (seed/fruit oils). Found in: LUXE Face Cream (seed), Lip Balm (fruit), Sun Shield (seed).
  • Grapeseed • Oat Kernel • Meadowfoam • Babassu • Broccoli Seed • Castor • MCT — Silky spread, softness, and shine; great for hair/skin finish. Found in: Face/Beard/Shave/Hair collections and Sun Shield (see product pages).

Hydrators & Conditioners

  • Aloe Vera (200× Extract) & Glycerin — Water-phase humectants for comfortable, hydrated feel. Found in: LUXE Face Cream, Shave Cream, Hair Mask, Hair Loss Balm.
  • Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5) — Soothing conditioner for skin & hair softness. Found in: Shave Cream, Hair Mask.
  • BTMS-50 — Salon-grade slip/comb-through for hair; plush glide in shave cream. Found in: Hair Mask, Shave Cream.

Mineral Barrier Support

  • Non-Nano Zinc Oxide — Cosmetic mineral barrier (not SPF-rated), paired with polyhydroxystearic acid for elegant dispersion. Found in: Mineral Sun Shield.

Functional & Safety Ingredients

  • Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid — Emulsify, stabilize, and create creamy texture (no silicones).
  • Arrowroot Powder — Soft-touch, non-greasy finish in balms/creams.
  • Xanthan Gum & Sodium Gluconate — Viscosity & chelation for stability.
  • Benzyl Alcohol & Dehydroacetic Acid (Geogard® 221) — Eco-certified preservative system for water-containing formulas (face, shave, mask, hair-loss).
  • Vitamin E (Mixed Tocopherols) — Antioxidant to help protect oils from oxidation; skin-conditioning.
  • Citric Acid (pH adjust) — Balances hair mask’s water phase for comfort & performance.

Aroma Profile

  • Signature Low-Scent Essential Oils — Lavender, Frankincense, Cedarwood, Petitgrain; used at whisper levels for a clean, composed finish. Found in: LUXE Face Cream, Shave Cream, Beard Balm.
  • Fragrance-Free — Mineral Sun Shield & Essence Hair Repair Mask contain no added fragrance or essential oils.
  • Lip Balm Note — A trace of Sweet Orange essential oil for a light, uplifting whisper.

Good to know: We’re proudly free from parabens, sulfates, petrolatum, synthetic dyes, and heavy perfume. Always patch test before first use and discontinue if irritation occurs.

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