Ingredient Guide: (A-Z)
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Aloe Vera Aloe vera is a popular medicinal plant that has been used for thousands of years. It is detoxifying, aids in eliminating disease-causing bacteria in the mouth and is good for burns, acne and hydrating the skin! |
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Avena sativa (oat) Kernel meal Oatmeal helps to moisturize, clean, and soften your dogs’ coat. It can also help soothe a dog's itchy skin as it aids in balancing the pH in the skin making it a powerful ally for relieving itchiness. |
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Basil Essential Oil Basil essential oil has a refreshing effect when smelled and regular use has proven to provide mental strength and clarity. The compounds found within basil have many phytochemicals that are known to keep bugs away and it blends well with other oils to create an effective repellant spray. |
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Benzoin Essential Oil Benzoin Essential Oil has calming properties that act as an anti-depressant to help relieve tension and create a sense of inner tranquility. |
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Bergamot Essential Oil Bergamot Essential Oil is extracted from the rind of the Bergamot citrus fruit and is known to have great deodorant properties due to its’ powerful aroma. Due to its’ powerful smell, it has the ability to overcome or eliminate many other odours. |
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Butyrospermum parkii (Shea) Butter Shea butter is extracted from the nuts of the Shea-Karite tree. Shea Butter has unique healing properties and helps to nourish the skin as it is packed with Vitamins A, E and F. |
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Calendula Tincture Used in natural skin and hair care products for all types of skin. Calendula is one of the best known and versatile herbs and is rich in herbal history, widely used by herbalists throughout the centuries. Calendula is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve inflammatory conditions of the digestive system. |
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Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside is a mild, solubilising non-ionic surfactant obtained from renewable raw materials: fatty alcohols and glucose from vegetable origin |
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Cedarwood Essential Oil Cedarwood essential oil has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antifungal, tonic, astringent, diuretic, sedative and insecticidal properties. |
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Cherry Plum (Prunus cerasifera) Also known as the myrobalan plum,is a tree species and fruit in the plum family. It is a highly prolific fruit bearer boast a nutritional profile similar to that of plums and are important sources of antioxidants and vitamin C. It several characteristics that may reduce the risk of many chronic diseases, such as osteoporosis, cancer, heart disease and diabetes. |
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Clove Oil The oil of clove buds is known for its antimicrobial, antifungal, antiseptic, antiviral, aphrodisiac and stimulant properties. When applied topically, clove buds can help address skin problems like warts, acne, sagging skin and wrinkles. |
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Coconut Oil Coconut oil (Cocos nucifera) is high in healthy saturated fats that have different effects than most other fats in your diet. These fats can boost fat burning and provide your body and brain with quick energy. They also raise the good HDL cholesterol in your blood, which is linked to reduced heart disease risk. |
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Eucalyptus globulus Leaf Oil Cleansing and penetrating, eucalyptus oil may be used topically, diffused or in inhalation therapy to support in clearing and energizing tired or overworked bodies. It may also be used topically or in a spritzer as an insect repellent. |
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Geranium Essential Oil Geranium essential oil is widely used as an element in aromatherapy for its health benefits, including its ability to aid in skin care, balance hormones, relieve stress and depression, reduce inflammation and irritation, improve circulation, benefit dental health, boost kidney health, and reduce blood pressure. The health benefits of geranium essential oil can be attributed to its properties as a emostatic, cicatrizant, cytophylactic, diuretic, deodorant, styptic, tonic, vermifuge, and a vulnerary agent. |
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Goat’s milk Goat's milk is a much healthier alternative, especially when it is raw and organic. Goats produce about 2% of the global milk supply; people who consume goat's milk cite a lower incidence of allergies and digestive complaints. Goat milk offers nutritional benefits similar to cow milk, but contains more natural vitamins A and B (Vitamin B3 or Niacin is nearly double to that of cow milk). |
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Gossypium Herbaceum Cottonseed oil from cottonseed has several notable health benefits. These benefits includes inflammation reduction, prevention of diseases of the cardiovascular system, normalizing blood pressure. Other benefits includes preventing cancerous cells growth, inducing quick healing of wounds, helping improve brain function and boosting the immune system. For safety purposes, however, it is advised that you purchase and use high quality extracted organic cottonseed oil, which ensures you get the health benefits, and not some tainted product that could be cross contaminated with things you don’t want. |
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Grapefruit Seed Extract Like many homeopathic remedies grapefruit seed extract is thought to have many benefits and is safe for human as well as pet consumption. Grapefruit seed extract detoxifies the body and supports the immune system. It can be used as a natural cleaning agent and preservative because of its antiseptic power. |
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Green Mandarin Essential Oil Mandarin is a fruit from the mandarin tree, a small tree native to Southeastern Asia. The green mandarin essential oil is extracted by cold pressing its rind. It is used in aromatherapy for its calming properties, to relieve insomnia, nervousness and irritability. |
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Helianthemum nummularium Helianthemum nummularium (commonly known as rock-rose or sun rose) is a species of rock-rose (Cistaceae), native to most of Europe. Its flower is used to make medicine. It is commonly used in Bach flower remedies. People take rock rose to treat panic, stress, extreme fright or fear, and anxiety; and for promoting calmness and relaxation. |
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Juniperus virginiana (Virginia Cedarwood) This variant of oil is commonly used to tackle nervousness, stress, and anxiety. It can also be utilized as an expectorant and even as an antiseptic. Virginia cedarwood is also a powerful anti-inflammatory agent which can be used for other inflammatory skin conditions. |
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil Lavender oil is believed to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to heal minor burns and bug bites. Research suggests that it may be useful for treating anxiety, insomnia, depression, and restlessness. |
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Lemon Essential Oil Lemon oil is stimulating while it is calming. It has anti-infection, astringent, detoxifying, antiseptic, disinfectant, and antifungal properties. Lemon oil works to support brain energy and freshening the air. As an extra bonus, lemon oil adds flavor to your pet's water or your favorite foods. |
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Lemongrass Essential Oil Lemongrass is invigorating with a cleansing, fresh aroma. It soothes the body and helps release stress. Used to help relieve muscular aches and pains, strains, sprains and headaches, it is also considered an analgesic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, antipyretic, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, diuretic, febrifuge, fungicidal, galactagogue, insecticidal, nervine, sedative, and a tonic. |
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Melaleuca Altrnifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil Tea tree oil is a natural essential oil with curative properties that help soothe and protect the skin. When used correctly and in a diluted form on pets, tea tree oil can be very effective in treating and preventing topical bacterial and yeast/fungal infections. |
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Natural Beeswax Beeswax works as a thickening agent with many beneficial properties that include anti-inflammatory, moisturizer, forms protective barrier for skin, anti-bacterial, encourages healing and reduces itch. |
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Neem Seed Oil The oil extracted from Neem seeds contains biologically active compounds such as azadirachtin, triterpenes and glycerides. Neem Seed Oil works to naturally whiten teeth, reduce tooth decay, and gingivitis problems. |
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Nepata cateria (Catnip) Catnips works as a natural insect deterrent due to the organic compound nepetalactone, which is found in the essential oil in Catnip. Studies show that much less catnip oil would be needed in formulations to have the same level of repellency as a DEET-based repellent. |
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Ocimum basilicum (Basil) This pungent herb has a refreshing effect when smelled which aids in the treatment of tension, melancholy and mental fatigue. This is why Basil essential oil is widely used to promote mental strength and clarity. Additionally, Basil has been used since ancient times as a natural pest control to repel flies. |
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Olea europaea (Olive) Oil Olive oil is one of the healthiest vegetable oils, along with coconut oil, that provides many benefits to your pets’ skin and fur when consumed or applied topically. It contains three major antioxidants: Vitamin E, Polyphenols and Phytosterols which help to nourish the skin, protect against UV light and leave your pets’ coat healthy and shiny. |
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Omithogalum umbellatum Also known as Star of Bethlehem, Omithogalum umbellatum is a beneficial flower essence that is so dilute, there is no potential for toxicity in animals. It is excellent for grounding and calming animals, helping them to feel safe in anxious situations. |
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Pelargonium graveolens (Geranium) The essential oil of Geranium is often used in aromatherapy to relieve stress, uplift the mood, lesson fatigue and promote emotional wellness. When topically applied, Geranium can help heal insect bites and stop itching and also act as a natural insect repellant. |
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Peppermint Oil Peppermint may be one of the most versatile essential oils due to its abundance of oral and topical uses and antimicrobial properties. When used topically, peppermint essential oil gives a cooling sensation and has a calming effect which can relieve sore muscles. When administered orally, its’ antimicrobial properties can help freshen breath and soothe digestive issues. Peppermint essential oil is often used in aromatherapy to revive depleted energy, elevate the mood and improve focus and concentration. |
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PlantaSol CCG (Natural Vegetable Source) PlantaSOL CCG is plant-derived and is used as a stabilizer with high solubilizing power for essential oils and fragrance oils. |
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Pogostemon cablin (Patchouli) Patchouli essential oil has been used for many years in the protection against insects due to its naturally occurring insecticidal and insect repellant properties. Patchouli also has many health benefits acting as an antiseptic, astringent, deodorant, and fungicide. |
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Prunus cerasifera Also known as Cherry Plum, prunus cerasifera has astringent, antioxidant, diaphoretic (inducing perspiration), depurative (removal of impurities), febrifuge (reducing fever), laxative, stomachic, and diuretic properties. Prunus cerasifera is beneficial for restoring calm in panic-stricken animals, and who act wildly or self-destructively when frightened. |
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Rhassoul (Moroccan Lava Clay) Rhassoul is naturally occurring clay that has been used for many years in skin and hair treatments because it is very rich in minerals. Well-known for its incomparable extractive abilities, effectively removing impurities from inside and around clogged hair follicles leaving the coat healthy and shiny. |
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Ricinus communis (Castor) Seed Oil Castor seed oil promotes healthy coat and hair growth, relieves joint pain and muscle soreness, acts as an anti-fungal and is an effective skin moisturizer. |
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Rock Rose Rock Rose is a skin healing booster that alleviates itching from skin irritations. |
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Roman Chamomile Roman Chamomile oil is extracted from the flowers of the very popular Chamomile plant. When applied topically, Roman Chamomile acts as an antiseptic, antibiotic, disinfectant and bactericide which helps to kill mites and keep the skin free from infections and damage. |
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Scotch pine Essential Oil Scotch pine is an excellent mood elevator and has the ability to relieve anxiety and nervous tension. It has been shown that the use of Scotch pine in aromatherapy has invigorating effects and can aid in mental clarity. |
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Sodium Hydroxide Sodium Hydroxide is used as a thickening agent in soap but also has cleansing and degreasing abilities. |
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Styrax Benzoin Topically, Benzoin Resin Extract acts as a deodorant, disinfectant and even has antiseptic qualities. |