Regenerating Body Butter

The pomegranate peel extract contains a high proportion of polyphenols. These contribute to its antioxidant effects and skin soothing properties. Thereby, the extract helps to protect the skin from premature aging.

The yellow to reddish coloured, relatively thick Pomegranate Seed Oil is one of the active agent oils and is rich in the rare punicic acid (an unsaturated fatty acid). This valuable vegetable oil also has antioxidant properties that improves the regeneration of the skin and is therefore considered to be an outstanding skin care product for dry, aging and stressed skin.

Centella asiatica contains various triterpenic acids such as asiaticosides with positive effects on collagen synthesis. Extracts from tiger grass have skin-soothing, regenerating and skin-smoothing properties.

Water is the foundation of the water phase and solvent for hydrophilic (water-loving) substances.

The pale yellow to golden yellow Safflower Seed Oil is a fine and light oil. It is rich in linoleic acid and contains Vitamin E. Safflower Seed Oil is easily absorbed by the hydro-lipid film of the skin and thus supports its barrier function. Therefore, it is particularly suitable for sensitive and dry skin.

Cocoa Seed Butter is a relative firm and brittle butter-like vegetable fat. It improves the consistency of emulsions and acts as a protective barrier to the skin, which preserves its moisture balance. It is therefore especially suited for dry and sensitive skin. The characteristic aroma of cocoa leaves behind a pleasant scent.

Shea Butter is a semi-solid, butter-like vegetable fat. The skin-friendly Shea Butter is mainly used to improve consistency. It leaves a fine film on the skin, which has smoothing properties and preserves the moisture of the skin.

Glycerin is a natural component of fats and oils, which consist mainly of triglycerides (a combination of glycerin and three fatty acids). The glycerin that Weleda uses is obtained exclusively from plant oils. Glycerin is used as a moisturiser in cosmetic products as it is able to release the water it absorbs. Glycerin also makes oil-in-water emulsions easier to spread and has a smoothing and protecting effect on the skin.

Glyceryl Stearate Citrate is an emulsifier that can be used in both O/W emulsions (oil-in-water emulsions) and in W/O emulsions (water-in-oil-emulsions). It is produced from various vegetable oils and citric acid. The emollients of Glyceryl Stearate Citrate leave the skin feeling soft, silky and smooth.

Stearic acid helps stabilise emulsions and can also be used in the coating of mineral UV filters. Stearic acid has a moisture-retaining effect on the skin. It is made from plant oils.

As an ingredient in emulsions, pentylene glycol moisturises the skin and helps improve the product’s stability. It is made from plant raw materials.

Palmitic acid is a fatty acid that helps stabilise emulsions. It contributes to reducing the amount of water that evaporates from the skin and is suitable for use in emulsions for the care of dry skin.

Due to the phytosterol and the squalene in the unsaponifiable part of the olive oil, it is a valuable raw material, which has an antioxidative effect and is very kind to the skin. This component is easily absorbed by the hydro-lipid film of the skin and thus supports its barrier function. Thereby, it contributes to the protection of the skin against water loss. The unsaponifiable part of the olive oil is ideal for skin care products for dry and sensitive skin.

The pomegranate peel extract contains a high proportion of polyphenols. These contribute to its antioxidant effects and skin soothing properties. Thereby, the extract helps to protect the skin from premature aging.

The yellow to reddish coloured, relatively thick Pomegranate Seed Oil is one of the active agent oils and is rich in the rare punicic acid (an unsaturated fatty acid). This valuable vegetable oil also has antioxidant properties that improves the regeneration of the skin and is therefore considered to be an outstanding skin care product for dry, aging and stressed skin.

Centella asiatica contains various triterpenic acids such as asiaticosides with positive effects on collagen synthesis. Extracts from tiger grass have skin-soothing, regenerating and skin-smoothing properties.

Betaine is an amino acid derivative and is also a natural component of hair. In cosmetic products, betaine is used as a moisturiser because it is able to release previously absorbed water. Betaine is obtained from molasses.

Xanthan Gum is a high molecular weight, long chain carbohydrate (polysaccharide), which is used as a natural gelling agent, emulsion stabilizer, binder and viscosity regulator.

Carrageenan is the collective name for a group of long-chain carbohydrates (polysaccharides), which are contained in the cells of various red algae. Carrageenan is used as a natural gelling and bulking agent, emulsion stabilizer, viscosity regulator and improves consistency.

Lactic Acid is a natural ingredient of the protective acid mantle of the skin. This raw material is used in emulsions to regulate the pH-value.

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an emulsifier with skin caring properties. In cleansing products it can be used as a mild cleansing raw material. Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is made from raw materials obtained from sugar and vegetable oils.

Sodium salt of the lauric acid ester is a mixture of the sodium salt of the lactic acid esters of both the fatty acids lauric acid and capric acid. With its emulsifying and mild, antimicrobial properties, the mixture is well-suited as an ingredient in emulsions and deodorants.

Glyceryl caprylate is a co-emulsifier that is primarily used to stabilise O/W emulsions (oil-in-water emulsions). It possesses replenishing, moisture regulating and wetting properties. Glyceryl caprylate is manufactured using various vegetable oils.

Fragrance (Parfum) is the collective name for raw materials that are used to perfume cosmetic products. For such products, Weleda only ever uses a mixtures of natural essential oils. Synthetic fragrances are not utilised.

Limonene belongs to the 26 fragrances that have to be listed in the INCI-Declaration since 2005 under EU law, for the protection of fragrance allergy sufferers, if the amount in the product is potentially relevant to the allergy sufferer. Limonene is a natural ingredient of various essential oils that are used to improve the odour of cosmetic products.

Linalool belongs to the 26 fragrances that have to be listed in the INCI-Declaration since 2005 under EU law, for the protection of fragrance allergy sufferers, if the amount in the product is potentially relevant to the allergy sufferer. Linalool is a natural ingredient of various essential oils that are used to improve the odour of cosmetic products.

Benzyl Benzoate belongs to the 26 fragrances that have to be listed in the INCI-Declaration since 2005 under EU law, for the protection of fragrance allergy sufferers, if the amount in the product is potentially relevant to the allergy sufferer. Benzyl Benzoate is a natural ingredient of various essential oils that are used to improve the odour of cosmetic products.

Geraniol belongs to the 26 fragrances that have to be listed in the INCI-Declaration since 2005 under EU law, for the protection of fragrance allergy sufferers, if the amount in the product is potentially relevant to the allergy sufferer. Geraniol is a natural ingredient of various essential oils that are used to improve the odour of cosmetic products.

Citral belongs to the 26 fragrances that have to be listed in the INCI-Declaration since 2005 under EU law, for the protection of fragrance allergy sufferers, if the amount in the product is potentially relevant to the allergy sufferer. Citral is a natural ingredient of various essential oils that are used to improve the odour of cosmetic products.

Coumarin belongs to the 26 fragrances that have to be listed in the INCI-Declaration since 2005 under EU law, for the protection of fragrance allergy sufferers, if the amount in the product is potentially relevant to the allergy sufferer. Coumarin is a natural ingredient of various essential oils that are used to improve the odour of cosmetic products.