Ingredient Glossary
This page was designed to drive transparency about what is (and isn’t) living in your toiletry bag. Believe it or not, the terms “natural” and “clean beauty” are not regulated, but here at The Cure Skincare, we stick to using only ingredients you can pronounce, that work together effectively, all while protecting the environment and your skin barrier. Our products are cruelty free, plant based, vegan, allergy friendly, pregnancy safe, and 100% natural. If you’re wondering how that’s possible- explore our ingredient breakdown below.
Aloe Vera Gel- This gel is rich in antioxidants and enzymes which can help to balance and brighten the skin.
Avocado Oil- This oil contains Vitamin E, potassium, and lecithin- all of which help to moisturize your skin. It’s high in oleic acid, which promotes collagen production to aid in the growth of new skin.
Bulgarian Rose Essential Oil- This oil reduces redness, irritation, and treats dermatitis, acne, and eczema. It is anti-inflammatory and helps reduce the appearance of scars.
Infused Calendula Oil- This oil is anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and soothing to the skin.
Carnauba Wax- Native to Brazil, this wax works like beeswax but is plant-based. It is easily absorbed, odorless, rich in nutrients, and hypoallergenic.
Cedarwood Essential Oil- This oil is antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antiseptic.
Cocoa butter- This butter helps to soften scars and fine lines. It locks in moisture, and protects the skin from oxidative stress.
Coconut Oil- This oil reduces inflammation, keeping skin moisturized and aiding with wound healing. The medium-chain fatty acids found in coconut oil also possess antimicrobial properties that can help treat acne and protect the skin from harmful bacteria.
Infused Chamomile Oil- This oil treats acne and remaining acne scars, moisturizes skin, and evens skin tone.
Chamomile Distillate- This is an excellent skin toner for sensitive or problematic skin.
French Rose Clay- This clay helps to replenish and restore skin's moisture while drawing out impurities.
Geranium Essential Oil- This oil is antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antiseptic.
Hibiscus Oil- This oil helps to purify our skin by breaking down dead skin and increasing cell turnover.
Irish Sea Moss- This is a form of plant based collagen which helps to reduce fine lines and soften wrinkles. It has 92 out of the 102 minerals your body requires, as well as vitamins A, B, C, D, E, and K.
Jojoba Oil- This oil has anti-inflammatory properties that help tame chafing and chapping, reduce redness caused by drying, and ease the effects of eczema and rosacea. The Vitamin E and B-complex vitamins in the Jojoba oil help with skin repair and damage control.
Lavender Distillate- This distillate helps reduce acne and the appearance of dark spots and wrinkles.
Mango Butter- When this butter comes into contact with oxygen, it produces salicylic acid, which is wonderful to help exfoliate the top layer of lips that become dry and chapped.
Perilla Seed Oil- This oil is high in Omega-3 fatty acids making it wonderful for sensitive and problematic skin. Known to be anti-inflammatory, this oil evens out the skin tone by reducing blemishes and redness.
Pomegranate Oil- This oil is rich in Vitamin C. It offers regenerative, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties that promote glowing skin.
Pumpkin Butter- This rich butter is high in fatty acids that help with rehydration and soothe inflammation.
Pumpkin Seed Oil- This oil is anti-aging, moisturizing, and soothing. It also helps to treat acne, increase firmness, and balance oily skin.
Radish Root Ferment- This water-soluble and anti-fungal preservative is based on an antimicrobial peptide originally derived from lactic acid bacteria. It’s capable of restricting the growth of other microorganisms by acidifying its environment.
Red Raspberry Seed Oil- This oil is deeply moisturizing and helps soften skin while reducing skin irritation such as itching, swelling, and redness. It's wonderful for eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis.
Rosemary Distillate- This soothing, balancing water has a slightly acidic pH- which makes it a sebum regulator with shine-control benefits for oily skin. Rosemary distillate works on the middle layers of skin, calming irritations, bumps, acne and roughness from the inside out. It clarifies and brightens all complexions.
Rosemary Essential Oil- This oil helps protect skin cells from damage caused by sunshine and free radicals.
Shea Butter- This butter contains high concentrations of fatty acids and vitamins. It’s anti-inflammatory and helps tone and soothe the skin.
Tamanu Seed Oil- This oil is rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, both of which keep your skin moisturized.
Ucuuba Butter- This butter is native to Central and South America. It is especially rich in fatty acid and is perfect to replenish and moisturize skin.
Vetiver Essential Oil- This oil promotes new skin growth. Regenerative properties facilitate the disappearance of scars, stretch marks, and acne.
Vitamin E- This is a fat-soluble, essential antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. It supports skin cell function and skin health.
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil- This oil is balancing and regulating which prevents both excessive dryness, and oiliness. It soothes inflammation and irritation while strengthening the skin.