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Coral Calcium Powder is often referred to as Calcium Coral because it contains at least 35% calcium carbonate. In addition to its large ratio of calcium, Coral Calcium Powder also contains 72 other major and trace minerals. Many of the minerals that are contained in Coral Calcium operate synergistically with each other in a natural balance that cannot be replicated within man-made formulations. Coral Calcium Powder has been used internally within nutrition and medicinal applications for nearly 2,000 years and has recently been recognized for its ability to contribute to strong teeth and healthy skin, hair and nails when incorporated into cosmeceutical and dental formulations. Add calcium coral to any formulation in which a high mineral content is desirable such as scrubs, body polishes, massage butters, masks, facials, wraps, mineral makeup, lotions, dental powders and other formulations. Praan Naturals supplies only pure fossilized above sea Coral Calcium Powder. Fossilized Above Sea Coral Calcium Powder is carefully harvested from pure coral that has risen to above sea level. In contrast, marine coral is harvested from living coral reefs and the surrounding areas. Marine coral is inferior to fossilized above sea coral because it can contain impurities and other sea elements such as sea shells, rock and silica. The origin of Coral Calcium Powder can also be important. Praan Naturals sources its Coral Calcium from the Carribean Islands. Coral Calcium Powder originating from the Marshall Islands, for instance, may be contaminated by plutonium as a result of the nuclear testing performed in that area. Below is an abbreviated list of 15 of the 73 minerals contained in Coral Calcium Powder. Sources: 1. Praan Naturals Certificate of Analysis 2. Bruce W. Halstead, M.D., Fossil Stony Coral Minerals and Their Nutritional Application (Cannon Beach, OR: Health Digest Publishing Company, 1999), pgs. 37-82. Boron Calcium Copper Fluoride Iodine Magnesium Molybdenum Phosphorus Rubidium Selenium Silicon Strontium Sulfur Vanadium Zinc

Commonly known as Red Gromwell and belonging to the Boraginaceae (Borage) plant family, the species Lithospermum erythrorhizon is a flowering plant that is native to Asia. The plant offers a rich, fascinating history. For over a thousand years, the dark red roots of Gromwell have been cultivated in Japan and used for their extensive wellness and skincare applications. In the present day, Gromwell Root Extract is gaining greater attention and is used in an array of luxe skin care products including creams, facial serums, cleansers, toners and masks. Praan Naturals Gromwell Root CO2 Total Extract contains approximately 20% naphthoquinones, a group of organic compounds that is responsible for the dramatic red hue of the extract. These compounds offer impressive benefits within skin care applications. These naturally occurring components include shikonin, acetylshikonin, deoxyshikonin, isobuyrylshikonin, isovalerylshikonin, a-methylbutyrylshikonin B-hydroxyisovalerylshikonin and B,B-dimethylacrylshikonin. Our premium quality Gromwell Root CO2 Total Extract is obtained by supercritical fluid extraction using carbon dioxide as the solvent. The resulting extract is then deodorized and standardized by adding Organic Jojoba. The extract is mild in aroma and possesses a thick, liquid consistency at room temperature.

Corn Starch is a silky powdery starch made from corn. In Britain, it is sometimes referred to as Corn Flour. Use Corn Starch in body powders, cosmetics, milk baths and bath bombs to add silkiness and to soothe the skin. Corn Starch is a safer alternative than using talc on babies. It can be added to diaper area barrier creams to keep the skin dry and protected from moisture. When used in water-based formulations, Corn Starch will act as a thickener.

Praan Naturals Cypress Essential Oil is a pure, therapeutic quality evergreen oil that is steam distilled from the leaves of Cupressus sempervirens, grown on the beautiful Greek island of Crete. It is especially abundant in Pinene, L-Carene and other constituents present within the monoterpene family. Its natural chemical composition makes Cypress Essential Oil widely used within skin and hair care, holistic wellbeing, massage, soap making, fragrancing and cleaning applications intended to support wellness and a healthy environment. Cypress Essential Oil is an effective astringent and is well suited for inclusion in facial toners, after shaves and other applications that benefit from astringency. It is also a good choice for inclusion within natural deodorant formulations and formulations intended to help balance oily skin and hair. Emotionally, Cypress Essential Oil is a gently stimulating, energizing essential oil that is ideal for aromatherapy, massage, wellness and soap making applications intended to energize and uplift the body and mind. Within fragrancing applications and blending work, Cypress Essential Oil is considered a middle note. It is moderate in aromatic intensity and possesses a fresh, evergreen, slightly herbaceous scent. Cypress Essential Oil is an aromatically versatile oil that blends well with many other natural aromatics including essential oils within the conifer, floral, mint, herbaceous and citrus families.

Baby Blue Jojoba Wax Beads can be added to cleansers, scrubs, thick gels and creams to achieve gentle exfoliation. They look beautiful when suspended in suspension shower gels. Size: 28/60 (250 to 600 microns)

Bentonite Clay (Sodium Bentonite) is a combination of montmorillonite and volcanic ash. Bentonite Clay is a highly absorbent cosmetic clay that pulls oils and toxins from the skin and is one of the best clays for making clay poultices. It is best suited for oily skin. Bentonite Clay is also a good clay for shaving soaps (use about 1 tablespoon per pound of soap) and for use as an oily hair and scalp treatment. Bentonite Clay is suitable for oily skin and hair.

Praan Naturals Cherry Seed Powder is a finely ground, beautiful reddish tan speckled powder that provides medium to aggressive abrasion when incorporated into exfoliating natural beauty and personal care products. The powder is produced by carefully selecting, drying, grinding, sifting and irradiating premium quality cherry stones. Cherry stones are also sometimes known as cherry pits, seeds or kernels. Suggested uses include liquid and bar soaps, washes, cleansers and scrubs. The concentration of Cherry Seed Powder incorporated into a formulation will affect the extent of exfoliation of the finished product.

One of the rarest and purest clays in the world, Glacial Clay is gaining widespread recognition for its efficacy within beauty, cosmetic and personal care applications. Praan Naturals Glacial Clay is a 100% natural cosmetic clay sourced from a deposit that has recently been discovered in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. Comprised of nontronite, illite and kaolin clays, Glacial Clay was gradually formed over the span of millions of years from the continuous striking of ancient glacial ice with volcanic ash. Green nontronite is a rare, mineral-rich clay that belongs to the smectite group of clay minerals. Praan Naturals Glacial Clay is carefully sourced and packaged to maintain the purity and freshness of this highly beneficial clay. The clay is not irradiated.

Oatmeal is comprised of naturally occurring gluten in the form of avenin protein, not the gliadin protein contained within wheat gluten. Colloidal Oat Flour is used as a thickener, binder and protein source within skin care, beauty and personal care product applications. Praan Naturals Fine Grain Colloidal Oat Flour can be used in a wide range of products including cream, lotions, soap, facial and milk bath formulations.

Our full cream, Goat's Milk Powder is a natural emollient that helps soothe and moisturize the skin. It contains vitamins A, B6, B12 and E. Goat's milk has 3 times more beta-casein than cow's milk. Caseins are easily absorbed into the skin and allow for quick hydration of dry skin. The content of triglycerides, capric, caprylic and caproic acid helps balance the skin's natural pH and promotes natural exfoliation of dry skin. Praan Naturals Goat's Milk Powder is flash pasteurized using HTST. Goat's Milk Powder is an excellent ingredient to include in bath, soap, cream and lotion formulations.

Black raspberries are native to the United States, with the majority of crops grown in the pacific region of the country. Raspberry shrubs are generally 6-9’ in size. The berries have been used for hundreds of years as a flavorful and nutritive food source and as a natural dye. Praan Naturals Black Raspberry Seed Oil is prepared by mechanically cold expeller pressing premium quality black raspberry seeds. The unrefined oil is then lightly filtered. No solvents or chemicals are used to produce the oil. It is then carefully packaged and stored to maintain the purity, freshness and beneficial properties of this nutritive cold pressed oil.

Aloe Vera Butter is an extraction of pure Aloe Vera using a fatty coconut fraction to produce a soft-solid butter that melts upon contact with the skin. It aids in the rapid hydration of dry skin. Aloe Vera Butter is quite versatile and is suitable for a wide variety of skin care applications including use in lotions, soaps, skin creams and lip balms. Use it to enhance moisturization and to include the properties of aloe in your formulations. General Usage Rate: 3-5%. Aloe Butter can also be used at 100% as a stand-alone product.

Anise Essential Oil is steam distilled from the seeds of Pimpinella anisum, a plant that is indigenous to Egypt and regions of the Mediterranean and Asia. Aromatically, Anise Essential Oil possesses a sweet, fragrant aroma similar to licorice. It blends especially well with essential oils that are in the wood, resin, herbaceous, spice and citrus families. It is a warming and energizing essential oil that can help reduce mental fatigue, improve clarity, help maintain alertness and support healthy digestion. Anise Essential Oil is used in massage formulations to help alleviate muscular aches and pains. When used in soap, anise is said to mask human odors, making it a good addition to fisherman's or hunters soap. Anise Essential Oil is wonderful to use year-round, but it is especially lovely for seasonal use during the Autumn and Winter seasons. It is sometimes confused with Star Anise Essential Oil, but they are different species and have somewhat different properties. For topical formulations intended for adults, Essential Oil Safety Edition 2 by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young recommend a dermal maximum of 2.4% for Anise Essential Oil.

Cosmetic grade, natural Blueberry Fruit Seeds are prepared by isolating the seeds from the dried fruit pulp and then carefully milling and sterilizing them. This process allows the seeds to be used in skin care formulations without the chance of contamination. Blueberry Fruit Seeds are a visually eye catching and colorful addition to skin care formulations. They are suitable for use in viscous applications such as soaps, gels, cleaners and scrubs or where more aggressive exfoliation is sought.

Cosmetic grade, natural Black Raspberry Fruit Seeds are prepared by isolating the seeds from the dried fruit pulp and then carefully milling and sterilizing them. This process allows the seeds to be used in skin care formulations without the chance of contamination. Black Raspberry Fruit Seeds are a visually eye catching and colorful addition to skin care formulations. They are suitable for use in viscous applications such as soaps, gels, cleaners and scrubs or where more aggressive exfoliation is sought.

Honey powder is natural honey that has been spray dried into a fine, light tan powder. It is then blended with fructose and maltodextrin to keep it free flowing. Honey powder is similar in texture to corn flour. Honey is said to be a natural antiseptic due to its tendency to absorb the life-sustaining moisture out of bacterial cell walls. As such, it is useful to include in healing salves and to use as a natural wound cover. Honey attracts the dirt from skin pores and dead skin cells from the surface of the skin. It, therefore, is said to be a natural skin cleanser and softener. Use honey powder in your creams, lotions, soaps, scrubs, facials, masks, body wraps, bath teas, milk baths, bath salts and bath bombs. PLEASE NOTE: Honey powder can absorb moisture during transit under certain weather conditions. We cannot guarantee that it will remain powdered. If it hardens, it can be powdered again in a food processor.

French Black Clay is also known as Terra Black Clay. It possesses a striking charcoal black hue. French Black Clay is a form of Montmorillonite clay, a soft absorbent clay named after the western region of France known as Montmorillon. Praan Naturals French Black Clay is mined, mechanically pulverized into a very fine powered consistency and dried without use of any chemical treatments or additives. It is then carefully packaged to maintain the purity, freshness and beneficial properties of this mineral-rich clay.

Brown Jojoba Wax Beads can be added to cleansers, scrubs, thick gels and creams to achieve gentle exfoliation. They look beautiful when suspended in suspension shower gels. Size: 28/60 (250 to 600 microns)

Finely ground Rice Powder is used traditionally in Japanese and Indian beauty treatments as a gentle, natural exfoliant and face powder. It can be blended with any type of facial mix or body scrub for light exfoliation. Rice Powder can also be added to body masks, clays packs, bath powders and other powdered formulations.

Green Jojoba Wax Beads can be added to cleansers, scrubs, thick gels and creams to achieve gentle exfoliation. They look beautiful when suspended in suspension shower gels. Size: 28/60 (250 to 600 microns)

Praan Naturals Almond Shell Powder is a finely ground, beautiful tan and light brown speckled powder that provides medium to aggressive abrasion when incorporated into exfoliating natural beauty and personal care products. The powder is produced by carefully selecting, drying, grinding, sifting and irradiating the shells of premium quality almonds. Suggested uses include liquid and bar soaps, washes, cleansers and scrubs. The concentration of Almond Shell Powder incorporated into a formulation will affect the extent of exfoliation of the finished product.

The Dead Sea is the deepest salt lake in the world. It's saline content is approximately 6-8 times higher than that of the oceans. It is named the Dead Sea because the salt concentration is so significant that plant and animal life cannot be sustained in these waters. In addition to its noteworthy sodium chloride (salt) content, the Dead Sea is remarkably rich in other minerals including Potassium, Magnesium, Bromide and an array of other essential and trace minerals. The shores of the Dead Sea are home to many health spas and resorts. Since ancient times, the Dead Sea has attracted visitors who have sought healing relief by soaking and bathing in its nutrient-rich waters. It is said that those that swim in the Dead Sea easily float on the water's surface due to the high concentration of sodium chloride. Dead Sea Salts have been used for centuries to help restore the natural chemical balance of the skin, make it look and feel smoother and heal skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema. The synergistic mineral composition of Dead Sea Salts, including its high potassium and magnesium content, gives Dead Sea Salts strong anti-inflammatory action. The Dead Sea contains significantly higher quantities of these minerals than the does the ocean or other bodies of salt water. Dead Sea Salts, therefore, are superior for use in bath salts and other personal care products intended to ease muscular aches and pains, promote relaxation and reduce stiffness. Dead Sea Salts are an ideal choice for body exfoliating products as the salts also help to re-mineralize the skin, balance moisture content, improve circulation and draw toxins out from the skin. Dead Sea Salt Properties: Helps regulate the moisture level of the skin Re-mineralizes the skin Restores the skin's natural pH balance Revitalizes the skin Provides relief and promotes the healing of psoriasis, eczema and other skin conditions Acts as a natural exfoliant Leaves skin looking smoother Helps draw out toxins Stimulates blood circulation Relaxes muscles Relieves aches and pains Reduces stiffness Dead Sea Salt Mineral Content: Calcium Chloride Potassium Chloride Magnesium Bromide Magnesium Chloride Sodium Chloride Other Essential and Trace Minerals Dead Sea Salt is a Highly Recommended Ingredient in Personal Care Products Intended for the Following: Psoriasis, Eczema, Acne and Other Skin Conditions Exfoliation Store or Stiff Muscles General Aches and Pains General Relaxation Improved Circulation Toxin Elimination The fine grain size is ideally suited for bath soaks and exfoliating body care products.

Fine Grain Himalayan Pink Salt is a crystal rock salt harvested by hand from the ancient rock salt beds that lie under the Himalayan mountain range. Spanning six countries, the Himalayas encompass the tallest peaks in the world. Himalayan Pink Salt is carefully harvested by hand, processed to remove impurities, crushed to the appropriate grain size and then stored so that the salts retain their purity, freshness and their natural balance of minerals.

The Dead Sea is the deepest salt lake in the world. It's saline content is approximately 6-8 times higher than that of the oceans. It is named the Dead Sea because the salt concentration is so significant that plant and animal life cannot be sustained in these waters. In addition to its noteworthy sodium chloride (salt) content, the Dead Sea is remarkably rich in other minerals including Potassium, Magnesium, Bromide and an array of other essential and trace minerals. The shores of the Dead Sea are home to many health spas and resorts. Since ancient times, the Dead Sea has attracted visitors who are familiar with the many restorative benefits of soaking in these nutrient-rich waters. It is said that those that swim in the Dead Sea easily float on the water's surface due to the high concentration of sodium chloride. Dead Sea Salts have been used for centuries to help balance the skin, make it look and feel smoother and soothe damaged and problem skin. The synergistic mineral composition of Dead Sea Salts, including its high potassium and magnesium content, makes Dead Sea Salt one of the most beneficial natural salts available. The Dead Sea contains significantly higher quantities of these minerals than the does the ocean or other bodies of salt water. Dead Sea Salts, therefore, are superior for use in bath salts, natural exfoliants and products intended to help provide relaxation. Dead Sea Salts are an ideal choice for body exfoliating products as the salts help to re-mineralize the skin and balance moisture content. Dead Sea Salt Properties: Helps regulate the moisture level of the skin Re-mineralizes the skin Restores the skin's natural pH balance Revitalizes the skin Supports healthy skin Soothes damaged, problem skin Acts as a natural exfoliant Leaves skin looking smoother Relaxes muscles Dead Sea Salt Mineral Content: Calcium Chloride Potassium Chloride Magnesium Bromide Magnesium Chloride Sodium Chloride Other Essential and Trace Minerals Dead Sea Salt is a Highly Recommended Ingredient in Personal Care Products Intended for the Following: Psoriasis, Eczema, Acne and Other Skin Conditions Exfoliation Store or Stiff Muscles General Aches and Pains General Relaxation Improved Circulation Toxin Elimination The medium grain size is ideally suited for bath soak products.

Blue Jojoba Wax Beads can be added to cleansers, scrubs, thick gels and creams to achieve gentle exfoliation. They look beautiful when suspended in suspension shower gels. Size: 28/60 (250 to 600 microns)

Buttermilk Powder is soothing and moisturizing when used alone as a bath soak or when included in milk baths, bath salts, or other bath formulations. Buttermilk Powder can be combined with other milk powders, cornstarch, powdered herbs, oatmeal and rice bran.

Praan Naturals Aloe Vera Oil is processed and made in the USA by a processor that has received certification from the International Aloe Science Council (IASC). Aloe Vera Oil is produced by macerating aloe vera leaves in non-GMO soybean oil. It is clear to pale yellow in hue and has a very mild, characteristic aroma. Aloe Vera Oil can be incorporated into lip balms, creams, lotions, body butters, hair oil treatments and other skin care formulations. By using the oil, the beneficial properties of aloe vera can be incorporated into your formulation without needing to worry about the greater risk of bacterial and mold growth that can occur when using the pure gel.

Jojoba is a shrub native to Mexico and regions of the U.S. including California and Arizona. It is a perennial evergreen with a life span of up to 200 years and grows 1-5 meters in height. Jojoba has broad, thick waxy glaucous gray leaves and yellow-green flowers. The hard seed consists of 45-55% liquid wax. This natural, golden wax is very similar in properties to sebum and spermaceti oil. It was originally extracted by Native Americans, but actual cultivation of Jojoba for the wax began after the ban of sperm whale oil imports in 1971. Jojoba is highly prized in the cosmetic industry for being similar to sebum in composition and for its extremely stable life. Praan Naturals Clear Jojoba Oil is cold expeller pressed from premium quality jojoba seeds. Minimum pressure is used to obtain the best quality. To produce Clear Jojoba, Golden Jojoba is decolorized and refined to result in a clear, translucent Jojoba.

Demerara Sugar is a medium grain, golden brown sugar that provides gentle to medium exfoliation. It is well suited for use facial and body sugar scrub formulations and in other natural exfoliants.

Blueberry Fruit Fiber is a natural, colorful fruit fiber that is prepared by drying the fruit pomace and then carefully sifting and milling it into a fine powder. Blueberry Fruit Fiber contains the fibrous components of the blueberry fruit. It is ideal for use as a natural, gentle exfoliant within soaps, scrubs and other skin care formulations.

Praan Naturals Hazelnut Oil is a light, penetrating, monounsaturated oil that is slightly astringent. It is rich in Oleic Acid and Linoleic Acid, an omega-6 fatty acid. It is a highly versatile oil that is suitable for formulations intended for dry, oily and combination skin. Hazelnut Oil is also well suited for dry skin conditions. It is a nourishing addition to massage, hair care, cream, lotion and soap formulations.

Praan Naturals Clove Bud Select CO2 Extract is produced from the flower buds of Syzygium aromaticum, a flowering tree that offers numerous benefits for wellness applications. Aromatically, it possesses a spicy-sweet clove aroma that is a bit warmer, sweeter and more well rounded than its essential oil counterpart. Clove Bud Select CO2 Extract offers numerous applications within beauty, cosmetic, aromatherapy, and soapmaking applications. It is a warming extract that can help reduce mental fatigue, improve clarity and mood, help maintain alertness and support healthy digestion. We encourage you to research the numerous benefits of this helpful extract. This delightfully spicy CO2 extract is comprised of approximately 90% essential oil including approximately 45-75% eugenol, 5-25% eugenyl acetate, 10-20% beta caryophyllene and up to 5% humulene. It is light-medium yellow in color and is fluid at room temperature. It possesses a longer shelf life than does Clove Bud Essential Oil because the production of the essential oil exposes the oil to a great deal of heat during production. The CO2 extraction process uses virtually no heat and thus allows for a longer shelf life. Clove Bud Select CO2 Extract is wonderful to use year-round, but it is especially lovely for seasonal use during the Autumn and Winter seasons. In addition to its wellness applications, it is wonderful for use in home fragrancing, diffusion and potpourri blends. It is also said to be an aphrodisiac. Clove Bud Select CO2 Extract blends especially well with other CO2 extracts and essential oils in the wood, spice, citrus, floral and herbaceous families. It can be helpful in helping to improve the aroma of blends and formulations that have a "medicinal" or unpleasant scent to them. For topical formulations intended for adults, Essential Oil Safety Edition 2 by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young recommend a dermal maximum of 0.5% for Clove Bud Essential Oil. We believe the same dermal limit holds true for Clove Bud Select CO2 Extract.

French Green Clay is also known as Green Montmorillonite Clay. It is a soft, mineral-rich clay that is found in and named after Montmorillon, a commune located in western France. French Green Clay is highly efficient at attracting and absorbing dirt, impurities and oil from the skin. French Green Clay is rich in important minerals. It is the most widely sought after clay for use beauty, cosmetic, hair and personal care applications. Praan Naturals French Green Clay is carefully sourced and packaged to maintain the purity, freshness and properties of this highly beneficial clay. The clay is not irradiated.

Praan Naturals Catnip Essential Oil is steam distilled from the flowering tops of Nepeta cataria, an herbaceous plant that is most well known for its immense appeal to cats. Catnip Essential Oil also offers numerous benefits when used within skin and personal care applications. Catnip Essential Oil is abundant in the lactone know as nepetalactone. Nepetalactone is the constituent responsible for making catnip so appealing to cats. Mosquitos and some other insects absolutely hate nepetalactone and tend to avoid Catnip Essential Oil and products that contain sufficient quantities of it. Catnip Essential Oil is an excellent choice for use within skin and hair care, holistic wellbeing, massage, soap making, fragrancing and cleaning applications intended to support general wellness, digestive and respiratory health and a healthy environment. Aromatically, Catnip Essential Oil is considered a middle note, and it possesses an herbaceous, woody aroma. Alone, it's aroma is not particularly pleasant, but it is an aromatically versatile oil that blends wonderfully with essential oils that are in the wood, mint, resin, herbaceous, spice and citrus families. Essential Oil Safety Edition 2 by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young indicate that there is a low risk of skin sensitization with Catnip Essential Oil, so we recommend diluting it adequately for all topical applications. Below is a summary of the key constituents present within our Catnip Essential Oil: Nepetalactones (including Isonomers): 32.15% Caryophyllene (trans): 59.99%

The Cacao Tree, Theobroma cacao is a small to mid-size tropical evergreen tree with large, beautiful glossy leaves. The tree produces pod-shaped fruits with colorful red, orange and yellow hard exterior shells that protect the numerous cacao beans that are housed inside. These dark, flavorful beans are rich in nutritive fatty acids, minerals, polyphenols and Vitamin E. The beans are used to produce cocoa butter, cocoa powder and chocolate. Cocoa Butter has been used within skin and hair care for centuries, originally by those that live within the tropical regions abundant with cacao trees. Traditionally, the butter has been used to soothe, protect and moisturize skin that has been exposed to harsh elements. Praan Naturals Deodorized Cocoa Butter is a premium quality, 100% natural butter. It is expeller pressed from cacao beans and its composition includes highly stable, natural saturated lipids that give the butters long shelf life. It has been deodorized to remove the chocolate aroma and has been decolorized to make it white.

Cranberry Fruit Fiber is a natural, colorful fruit fiber that is prepared by drying the fruit pomace and then carefully sifting and milling it into a fine powder. Cranberry Fruit Fiber contains the fibrous components of the cranberry. It is ideal for use as a natural, gentle exfoliant within soaps, scrubs and other skin care formulations. The color of Cranberry Fruit Fiber can vary from a medium pink to a deeper red.