Products in Vitamins, Extracts & Oils: Skin Cleanser

Mimosa Absolute also known as Silver Wattle and Blue Wattle, is extracted from the fuzzy yellow blossoms of Acacia dealbata plant, native to Australia. With its sweet, floral and slightly woody aroma, Mimosa Absolute Oil is a perfumery must-have and an unanimous favorite of aromatherapists and perfumers alike. It has a relatively widespread natural distribution in south-eastern Australia. It is native to most of eastern New South Wales, the ACT and most of Victoria (in mainland Australia it is most common near the Great Dividing Range from the Ben Lomond Range in northern New South Wales to the Grampians in western Victoria). It is also widespread and common throughout Tasmania. There are approximately 1,300 Acacia species worldwide with 1,000 native to Australia. The Mimosa flowers are harvested in March and April when they are in full bloom the absolute is a thick, yellow sticky consistency. With a beautiful floral, fruity note.

Conventional or organic available Juniper Berry Oil has a well-liked refreshing, yet warm and subtle balsamic aroma with many therapeutic benefits. Juniper berries themselves are high in flavonoid and polyphenol antioxidants that have strong free radical scavenging abilities. Because they were seen as protectors of health — both emotional and physical health — during the Medieval period, juniper berries were believed to help ward off witches. In fact, for years French hospital wards burned juniper and rosemary to help protect patients against lingering bacteria and infections. A juniper berry is the female seed cone produced by the various species of junipers. It is not a true berry but a cone with unusually fleshy and merged scales, which gives it a berry-like appearance. The cones from a handful of species, especially Juniperus communis, are used as a spice, particularly in European cuisine, and also give gin its distinctive flavor. Juniper berries may be the only spice derived from conifers.

Conventional or organic available Lime is indigenous to Southeast Asia, in the Indo-Malaya. The plant was introduced into Asia and Egypt by the merchants of the Middle East in the tenth century. From Saudi Arabia, it was introduced to Africa and reached Europe through the Spanish invaders, in the thirteenth century Christopher Columbus took Limes to America. The British Sailors used Lime to prevent Scurvy. The Early Settlers introduced Lime to Australia in the 19th Century. Lime oil is extracted from the fresh fruit peel by cold expression. Blends well with Cedarwood, Clary Sage, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Sweet Orange, Rosemary, Rosewood, Tangerine and Ylang-Ylang.

Conventional or organic available Jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis) , also known as goat nut, deer nut, pignut, wild hazel, quinine nut, coffeeberry, and gray box bush, is native to South-western North America. The plant came to prominence in the late 1970s when scientists found that the liquid wax from the jojoba bean has a strikingly similar structure to the natural wax esters in human skin. The CSIRO introduced the plant to Australia in 1978 and selectively bred certain varieties especially suited to Australian conditions. Commercial plantations are now established across the country, including at Kalannie, Wagin, Geraldton and York in Western Australia. A shrubby bush which usually grows between 3-6 feet, though occasionally taller, the leaves are up to 1 ½” long, thick with a waxy gray-green coloration. The flowers are small with a green-yellow color and contain no petals. The plant is usually dioecious, either male or female, with both sexes needed to produce the fruit. Occasionally there are hermaphrodite plants but this is rare. The plants can live between 100-200 years. While often solitary in growth, jojoba’s can produce ground based shoots and form into thickets.

Conventional or organic available A sweet, refreshing, uplifting oil, Spearmint Oil is a milder alternative to the other mint oils. A colorless to pale yellow oil, Spearmint oil is obtained by the steam distillation of the leaves and flowering tops of the Mentha spicata plant. This perennial plant grows up to 1 meter tall and has highly fragrant leaves. It is full of natural antioxidants, and is an expectorant with anti-inflammatory, antifungal and antioxidant properties.

Cold pressed from the peel of the Citrus Juno, this beautiful uplifting oil has a delightful, fresh, citrus aroma. The Yuzu is an east Asian fruit that resembles a small bumpy orange or grapefruit. Yuzu oil has been used in Japanese culture for centuries for its therapeutic properties and fresh aroma. Being high in antioxidants such as Vitamin C and limonene, this oil possesses anti-inflammatory properties and is a valued addition to skin care products. It helps support respiratory health and is antibacterial. Yuzu fruit is mainly cultivated in Japan, Korea and China and has been used in Asian cooking for hundreds of years.Its zest and juice are widely used for flavoring everything from spicy sauces to liqueurs and marmalades. It is also used in high-end perfumes. In Japan, Yuzu represents new beginnings and vibrant health. The fruit is traditionally used in a hot bath on the winter solstice, to help warm the body, ward off winter ills, calm the mind and help people feel inspired for the future. The oil is not produced in high quantities, so it may be a little more expensive than other citrus oils.

Tangerine oil is extracted from Citrus reticulata of the Rutaceae family. The name comes from Tangier in Morocco, the port from which the first tangerines were shipped to Europe. Tangerines originate from China but are now grown in a variety of regions around the globe including Australia. Tangerine has a long history of use in Chinese culture and herbal health practices. Citrus reticulate are small trees about 2-4 m high with slender branches, and lance shaped shiny evergreen leaves. Flowers are white and attractive to bees. The fruit is similar to the mandarin. Tangerine oil is extracted from the peel by cold expression. This uplifting zesty citrus oil is refreshing and rejuvenating with many beneficial compounds.

Conventional or certified organic available Rice Bran Oil is obtained from rice bran which is the outer coat of brown rice. This coat is removed during a milling process and it is rich in vitamin, minerals, proteins, and essential oils. Rice Bran Oil also has components that are believed to hinder UV rays as they meet the skin's surface. Rice Bran Oil has been used for more than 2000 years throughout Asia. Today, it continues to be used for soap and skin cream manufacturing, especially in Japan, where the women who use it are known as Rice Bran Beauties, one of the highest compliments they can receive. Historically, Japanese Geishas would add the water that remained after washing rice to their baths after discovering its ability to cleanse, soften, moisturize, soothe, nourish, and smooth the skin, which slowed the look of aging and brightened the complexion. Aside from being used in their baths and to gently clean their natural wood floors, Rice Bran Oil was used to wash their faces and their hair, to name only two of countless other applications for this beneficial oil.

Conventional or organic available With a wonderful, uplifting, refreshing lemon aroma, Lemon Myrtle is one of Australia’s newest and most exciting essential oils. Lemon Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) is a slow-growing, subtropical flowering plant with a strong lemon scent, native to southeast Queensland, Australia. Since before 1788, the Australian aboriginals have used lemon myrtle both in food and in medicinal treatments. In 1853, lemon myrtle was given its scientific name Backhousia citriodora by botanist Ferdiand von Mueller. The antimicrobial properties of the oil were discovered in the 1920’s but the oil wasn’t distributed internationally until the 1990’s. International demand for lemon myrtle is now growing every year. Considering its many diverse uses and effective properties, it is not surprising that it is growing in popularity. Lemon myrtle has 4-7 times the antioxidant value than blueberry. Antioxidants have many uses in the cosmetics and food industries and have been known to slow the aging process by reducing oxidative stress in the body. Lemon myrtle can also be used in a wide range of beauty and body products, in household cleaning products and has a wide range of medicinal uses.

Conventional or organic available A potent and powerful oil, Oregano has been used since ancient times in traditional practice. Oregano Oil is derived from the Origanum vulgare - a hardy, busy perennial herb (part of the mint family) which grows up to 90cm. Origanum vulgare is native to Europe, however it is now commonly cultivated all over the world. Oregano Oil is produced by the steam distillation of the leaves and shoots. It is a clear mobile liquid with a strong herbaceous, swett, dry, peppery odor.

Conventional or organic available Eucalyptus radiata is loved for its fresh, pungent, and fruity aroma. Rich in cineoles, it is considered the most therapeutically versatile of all eucalyptus oils. It has the gentlest aroma of the Eucalypts but is still as potent as other oils. Belonging to the Myrtaceae family, Eucalyptus radiata is an evergreen tree which grows up to 15 meters (48ft) in height, although occasionally some trees achieve 30 meters (97ft). It is a graceful tree with a weeping habit and a dense, spreading, pendulous crown. Its leaves are glossy and lanceolate (tapering to a point) with a strong aromatic fragrance. The bark is fibrous and gray-brown in color, with smaller branches that become smoother. The Aborigines used a wide range of natural plant remedies, and these would vary from tribe to tribe according to the indigenous species that were available to them. Wherever any species of eucalyptus grew they were used to heal wounds, cuts and burns, as well as treat various respiratory conditions. Steam distillation of the fresh or semi-dried leaves and twigs yields a colorless volatile oil that has a fresh, camphoraceous aroma with a slightly herbaceous and woody backnote. In general, the aroma of radiata is warmer, sweeter and softer than other Eucalypts. The natural chemistry is also noticeably different to the globulus, typically containing a less 1,8 cineole which is the component that imparts its medicinal-type odor. The essential oil of Eucalyptus Radiata is extracted via steam distillation of the leaves and green branchlets. The tree leaves are hand harvested and steam distilled immediately. Find out more about our 8 other species of Eucalyptus in the video below and discover the different uses of their essential oils in our Essence of Eucalyptus blog post.

Our Advisory Board developed our Hydrating Oil Blend by strategically combining natural, cold-pressed seed oils to take advantage of natural synergies. The Hydrating Oil Blend helps to keep skin looking healthy by visibly soothing and softening the skin. Our Hydrating Oil Blend offers antioxidant and emollience properties which are ideal for use in a wide range of personal care products such as oil-based cleansers, lotions, creams, lip balms, and soaps. Recommended inclusion of 0.5% to 5%.

Plant's Power Inc Moringa Seed (Moringa oleifera) Carrier Oil - Cold Pressed is obtained from Moringa, a small tree native to the Himalayan mountains. Various parts of the tree can be used for nutritional, cosmetic, industrial, or medicinal purposes.

Plant's Power Inc Jojoba Seed (Simmondsia Chinensis) Carrier Oil - Golden is obtained from Jojoba, a woody perennial shrub that grows at a height of 1 to 2 meters.

Manuka Concentrate - BCE3004 is a pale yellow to yellow liquid, polar fraction of Leptospernum Scoparium Oil.

Manuka Oil - BCE3003 is a pale yellow to yellow transparent liquid, essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves from Manuka Leptospermum Scoparium. The essential oil obtained from the leaves has significant healing properties. Composed of more than 25% of whose Triketone amongst whom we find Leptospermone, Iso-leptospermone and Flavesone.

Plant's Power Inc Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) Essential Oil - China is obtained from Tea Tree, a tall shrub or small tree with hairless leaves that are prominent in oil glands. It bears fluffy, white flowers during blooming season.

Red Clover Cellular Extract is extracted rapidly under high pressure, we maintain the molecules’ natural integrity. Committed to conscious manufacturing, Cellular Extracts are created using purified, deionised, rain-harvested water and less plant material than past processes to produce a natural True to Nature plant extract, that is water-wise, repurposes waste, traceable to source, transparent in composition – delivering the brilliance of nature. Red clover is a wild edible plant which has a long and colorful history. Traditional Chinese medicine believed that it was a good tonic for colds. Today, Red Clovers phyto-compounds are translated through cosmetics, body products, haircare and bath products. The NE Red Clover Cellular Extract delivers a new look at the natural molecules from this popular flower, including tryptophan, adenosine, coumestrol, isoflavones, amino acids, and a range of phenolics, suspended in a liquid. Offering new natural possibilities.

JD Jojoba Desert JD Jojoba Silk-Like Powder is a unique mix of JD Jojoba Oil and Tapioca starch, creating a smooth and silky powder that can be used for multiple purposes. It is non-GMO and luminumfree powder, which provides a velvety, soft sensation and enhanced compatibility with oils, water, emulsifiers & surfactants.

Remytec FI is a native rice starch obtained by a unique purification and milling process. The hard particles are extremely small.

Botanical extract derived from horsetail extract with cleansing, healing, astringent, anti-inflammatory property to bathing application,cleansing property to cleansing application,dandruff control application,nouishing property to hair growth application,moisturizing,nourishing property to split ends.

Native Sandalwood (Australian) Seed Oil has been used as medicine. The seed oil was applied to afflicted joints and the powdered kernel on skin afflictions, sores and burns to provide relief. The kernel was also taken internally for digestive problems. Even in healthy individuals, the use of the crushed kernel over the body was recommended for protection against the Outback conditions. We source the highest quality 100% Australian Sandalwood Seed Oil. Not to be confused with it’s essential oil which contains volatile compounds making it highly aromatic and valuable. NOW the powerful combination of fatty acids from its seed are available as an alternative to commonly used oil-soluble actives and carrier oils. Rich in Omega 3, 6, 9, and Xymenynic acid it is ideal for finished products targeting skin tone, blemish prone skin, age lines, and hydration. Native Extracts Seed Oil ranges give you new sources of oil solubility to create new points of differentiation, market trends and branding for potent natural/organic anti-aging skin care, hair care, treatments, cleansers, lip glosses, and more.

Kangaroo flower with Australian grown Sunflower Oil to create something new in the oil soluble category. This infusion delivers. fatty acid profile that would be ideal considerations for nourishing, regenerating, repair, acne prone skin, and even hair care applications. High in Oleic acid it is ideal for acne, irritated skin and inflammation. Introducing the native seed oils and infusions range, a new palette of fatty acid sources to create new stories, points of differentiation, market trends and branding for anti-aging skin care, hair care, treatments, cleansers, lip gloss and more. Discover one of the last frontiers of pristine untapped mega-diversity and explore the innovative formulators new tool box of unique and powerful phyto-compounds that Australian species offer.

Rooibos Cellular Extract is extracted rapidly under high pressure, we maintain the molecules’ natural integrity. Committed to conscious manufacturing, Cellular Extracts are created using purified, deionized, rain-harvested water and less plant material than past processes to produce a natural extract, that is eco-sustainable, traceable to source, transparent in composition – delivering the brilliance of nature. The story of the rooibos plant and how it came to become known as a natural herbal tea is a fascinating journey through the ages. The story of Rooibos started over 300 years ago when the indigenous bushmen of the area, the Khoisan people, harvested the leaves from the Aspalathus Linearis plant. They used the leaves to make herbal remedies for many ailments. And they loved the delicious, aromatic taste. The NE Rooibos Cellular Extract delivers the natural molecules this botanical species can offer in a water-soluble format, including orientin, isoorientin, vitexin, isovitexin, quercetin and more to power your products naturally.

Botanical extract derived from the tansy plant. It as anti-inflammatory and cleansing properties and can be used in skin care and bathing applications.

The Native Snow flower Leaf (aka Tea Tree) has grown for hundreds of years in the Northern Rivers region, New South Wales, Australia, and we source the highest quality of hand-picked organic leaf from the original mother trees, not plantation crops. Also called Snow flower due to the stunning white flowers that cover the trees and resemble snowflakes. The finest grade Grapeseed oil is used as the infusion carrier oil to give anhydrous and emulsified formulations new points of difference for fatty acid sources. Considered a dry oil, this light, low comedogenic oil infusions offers a high source of linoleic acid as well as oleic, palmitic and some steric acids. Consider using in teenage lotions, body oils, botanical facial oil treatments, hair care, lip products and other applications where you are looking for something unique, light weight, with a new story. New ranges give you new sources of oil solubility to create new points of differentiation, market trends and branding for potent natural/organic anti-aging skin care, hair care, treatments, cleansers, lip glosses, and more.

A natural plant extract derived from the leaves and roots of the yucca plant. It provides cleansing and soothing properties to irritated skin products; cleansing, soothing and healing properties to shaving applications and cleansing, soothing and healing property to wound healing applications.

Certified organic botanical extract derived from the leaves and flower of the Violet plant. It provides cleansing and moisturizing properties to dry skin applications, moisturizing properties to conditioning applications and cleansing and moisturizing properties to bathing applications.

Salt Bush Cellular Extract is extracted rapidly under high pressure, we maintain the molecules’ natural integrity. Committed to conscious manufacturing, Cellular Extracts are created using purified, deionised, rain-harvested water and less plant material than past processes to produce a natural extract, that is eco-sustainable, traceable to source, transparent in composition delivering the brilliance of nature.

Glacial Oceanic Mineral Water can be used in countless water-based formulations whose performance, clarity, texture are enhanced by this wholly pure, innovative and Canadian ingredient.

Chinese botanical extract derived from the poria plant. It has anti-wrinkle, cleansing and moisturing properties.

Plant's Power Inc Lemon (Citrus limon) Essential Oil - Cold Pressed is obtained from Lemon, a small, thorny evergreen tree now flourishes in southern Europe, Florida and California. It's bright pink flowers turn into yellow fruits in the summer months.

Grape Seed Oil Cold Pressed (Refined) is derived from the seeds of different varieties of Vitus vinifera Grapes. An abundant by-product of winemaking.

Linden floral water has antioxidant property which provides an effectively fighting against oxidative stress. Its detoxifying effect enables to clean the skin deeply. Its action also helps to regulate sebum.

Chinese botanical extract with anti-inflammatory, cleansing and nourishing properties.

Plant's Power Inc Juniper (Juniperus communis) Essential Oil - India is obtained from Juniper. Native to the northern hemisphere, the evergreen shrub has small flowers and small round berries, which are distilled for oil.