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Because of its natural ability to draw out dirt and debris from deep inside pores, activated bamboo charcoal has become a key ingredient in many skincare products. Bamboo is one of the most sustainable resources available. When harvested responsibly, bamboo can renew itself for generations without synthetic fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides.

We have received emails from customers telling us that they have tried other skin care products containing sea buckthorn oil and they did not help with their skin conditions. Most sea buckthorn products do not work because they actually contain very little pure sea buckthorn oil. We use organic, virgin, cold-pressed sea buckthorn oil . . . not less potent juice or extracts!

A patch test is a form of skin testing that is done on a small patch of skin. It is a method of testing for skin allergies or sensitivities to a new skin care product or ingredient. A lot of skin problems are caused by using ingredients that cause sensitivities for your skin.

The claim “pH balanced” is advertised by many skincare companies. The claim implies that these products are more beneficial to your skin. While it is true that our acid mantle of skin is generally more acidic, are the pH balanced skin and hair care products that are formulated with synthetic chemicals like detergents that make them "pH balanced" really better for your skin?