Gentle Moose Ingredient Index
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Organic Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera)
Base Cleanser
The fatty acids in coconut oil make it extra soothing on the skin, scalp, or oral cavity. It is a natural detoxifier, pulling dirt and grime to the surface so that it can be easily washed away.
Found in All Deodorants, Natural Soaps, Natural Rosemary Mint Shampoo Bar, Body Butter, Natural Hemp Lip Balm
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Organic Shea Butter (Vitellaria Paradoxa)
Moisturizer + Hair Conditioning Agent
Abundant in vitamins and fatty acids like linoleic, oleic,
stearic, and palmitic acids making it incredibly nourishing for the
skin. It acts as a strong humectant, preserving moisture in the hair
follicle.Used in: Natural Deodorant, Natural Shampoo Bar, Body Butter, Body Polish, Polehshennya, Cuticle Balm,
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Coca Butter (Theobroma)
Moisturizer, Antioxidant, Scar Reducer, Anti-Inflammatory
Cocoa butter is a natural, edible fat extracted from the cacao bean, which is found in the cocoa pod. It is a pale-yellow, solid-at-room-temperature fat with a rich, chocolate aroma. Cocoa butter is a key ingredient in the production of chocolate, but it is also widely used in various cosmetic and skincare products.
Used in: Body Butter, Natural Deodorants, Natural Hemp Lip Balm
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Lye (Sodium Hydroxide)
Saponification
Lye is a critical ingredient in the soap-making process; It reacts with oils during the saponification process to create soap and glycerin, changing the liquid oils into a solid soap bar. We add extra oils to our product in a process called 'superfatting' to make sure no lye remains in the final product of both our bar soap and Hand Soaps.
Found in: Natural Shampoo Bar, Natural Soap
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Organic Olive Oil (Olea Europaea)
Base Cleanser + Skin Softener
Olive oil is high in antioxidants and polyphenols that fight oxidation; which produce free radicals and damage the cells, contributing to premature aging. It may restore smoothness by creating a
protective skin barrier.Found in: Natural Soap, Shampoo Bar
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Kaolin Clay
Cleanser + Skin Softener
Kaolin clay acts as a gentle cleanser that absorbs excess oils produced from the skin's sebaceous glands, leaving behind smoother skin. It is also used to improve the texture of our soap bars.
Found in: All Deodorants, Natural Soap
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Ground Coffee
Exfoliant
The texture of coffee grounds help to scrub away dead skin cells.
Found in: Coffee Body Polish & African Black Soap
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Container Brewers "Hazy Pale Ale"
Skin Softener
The yeast cultures in that beer you enjoy sipping on helps to
dissolve dead skin cells when used topically, leaving the skin feeling
cleansed and smooth.
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Himalayan Salt (Sodium Chloride)
Exfoliant
Sea salt absorbs dirt, grime, and toxins to help cleanse the skin's pores deeply. It helps to harden our soap bars during the curing process.
Found in: Salt Soap, Bath Salts
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Rosemary Essential Oil (Rosmarinus Officinalis)
Scent & Antioxidant
In aromatherapy rosemary is known to promote alertness and focus. It acts as a strong antioxidant that can help combat free radicals that lead to premature aging.
Found in: Rosemary Lemongrass Natural Deodorant, Natural Rosemary Mint Shampoo Bar, Hand Lotion, Soap
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Spirulina Powder (Arthrospira Platens)
Colorant + Wellness ingredient
Spirulina is an algae that has large concentrations of vitamins
and trace minerals that can be great for overall skin health. It helps
to give our soap bar a light green color.
Found in: Natural Soap
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Activated Charcoal Powder
Detoxifier
This ingredient is usually sourced from the husk of plants, helping to cleanse away microparticles such as dirt, dust, and toxins. It also acts as a natural deodorizer in our deodorant formula.
Found in: Natural Soap, Charcoal Tooth Powder