Ingredients cosmetics
Dr. Hauschka Skin Care products: ingredients A to Z
Please select a letter to obtain more information about the ingredients of Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products. In case of conflicting information the formulas stated on the packaging take precedence.
| English name | Contained in | Declaration (INCI) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| PALM OIL |
| Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil | The fruit of the oil palm gives a smoothing and very stable oil which contains many important additional substances such as vitamin E and carotenoids. |
| PANSIES Extract |
| Viola Tricolor Extract | Traditionally, pansy extract is used to aid elimination processes via the skin. The pansy extract in Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products is prepared using our own special rhythmic process. |
| PEANUT OIL |
| Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil | This is the oil made from peanuts. The peanut is one of the few plants which can actually produce a warmth- and light-giving oil underground. The oil helps the skin and makes it soft and supple. In the purified arachis oil we use in our products no more allergenic protein components are detectable. We prepare several plant extracts with peanut oil, using a special process. These extracts are incorporated into the formulas of Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products. |
| PEARL |
| Pearl Powder | This extract of finely ground freshwater pearls calms the skin and enhances its protective function. |
| PEPPERMINT OIL Essential oil |
| Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil | The essential oil of peppermint has a refreshing and liberating fragrance. In toothpastes its disinfecting and strengthening properties encourage healthy teeth and make the breath fresh. In aromatherapy peppermint essential oil is also valued for its cleansing and cell-renewing properties. |
| PERIDOT (OLIVINE) |
| Olivine Extract | Peridot is a magnesium iron silicate. It is also known as olivine and chrysolite. This stone is always green. In combination with the other components of a preparation, peridot helps the skin to cleanse itself. |
| PINEAPPLE Fruit, Extract |
| Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract | Pineapple fruit extract is rich in vitamins and minerals. It gives moisture, lends the skin a pleasant, fresh feeling and smoothes fine lines and wrinkles. The pineapple extracts in Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products are prepared using our own special rhythmic processes. |
| PLANT-BASED EMULSIFIER |
| Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate, Glyceryl Oleate Citrate | Very well tolerated emulsifiers on vegetable basis (palm oil free). |
| POLYGLYCERIN FATTY ESTER |
| Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate | Vegetable glycerol (fat component) and natural fatty acids from castor oil form a skin-friendly emulsifier. |
| POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID |
| Polyhydroxystearic Acid | Polyhydroxystearic acid serves as a film former and emulsifier. It ensures a better distribution of pigments on the skin and thus supports the sun protection effect. |
| POMEGRANATE |
| Punica Granatum Fruit Extract | The drought-resistant pomegranate tree stores a large amount of moisture and vitality in its fruit. |
| POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE |
| Potassium hydroxide | Potassium occurs in numerous minerals of the earth's crust. As potassium hydroxide, the inorganic base is used to adjust the pH value. |
| POTENTILLA ROOTS Extract |
| Potentilla Erecta Root Extract | The tormentil plant is also known as ‘bloodroot’. It is used to obtain a red, astringent extract which strengthens the gums and calms down irritated skin. |
| PRICKLY PEAR Extract |
| Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract | The prickly pear secures the moisture and thus helps to prevent the skin from drying out. Valuable ingredients support wound healing, have an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect. |
| PROPOLIS |
| Propolis Wax | Propolis is the sticky resin used as 'glue' by honey bees. Bees collect resin from various types of trees. They make it into a sticky building material and use it to close gaps and cracks in the honeycombs. Propolis is known for its antibacterial and wound-healing action. |
| PUMPKIN SEEDCAKE |
| Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seedcake Powder | Due to the high protein values, pumpkin seed flour is used in hair care products. Proteins coat the hair and thus lead to better combability. |
