Product Ingredients

Melissa Day Cream

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Water (Aqua)

Deionised (reverse osmosis) spring water is used.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil⁰

Alcohol

Plant alcohol is used as a preservative and helps firm and tone the skin. It is derived from fermentation of fruit, maize and potatoes. The quantities of alcohol in the Dr.Hauschka preparations are not sufficient to dry out the skin.

Glycerin

Manihot Utilissima (Tapioca) Starch

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Glyceryl Stearate Citrate

Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil

This oil is extracted by expression from Ground nuts also known as Peanuts. It has an intensive smell and is purified by filtration and steam treatment. The protein part (allergen) is removed, thus making this safe for peanut allergy sufferers.

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil

Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil

Biodynamic Apricot kernels from Turkey are ground and refined in Germany. It has restorative qualities.

Anthyllis Vulneraria Extract¹

The healing qualities of Kidney Vetch have been known since the 16th century. This medicinal plant helps the skin with its renewal and regeneration process.

Bellis Perennis (Daisy) Flower Extract¹

Tropaeolum Majus Extract

Also known as the common garden nasturtium, the whole plant is infused with a spicy, warming quality. Nasturtium is native to South America where the fresh leaves are placed on inflamed wounds and eaten fresh as a spring tonic. Recent research shows an oil extract of the leaves effective against viruses, bacteria and yeasts and in strengthening the immune system.

Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract¹

The bark and leaves from biodynamic Witch Hazel are used for their anti-inflammatory properties. The essences are very widely used in the preparations and Witch Hazel has a long established tradition of use in skin care.

Cetearyl Alcohol

This is a fatty alcohol, a blend of cetyl and stearyl alcohols in a 70:30 ratio. It is a solid, white, wax like substance. It is used for consistency and as a stabiliser. They are derived from coconut oil and palm oil.

Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract

Biodynamically grown carrots, a native plant of Europe, are used for this oily extract which acts as an excellent emollient (meaning it has soothing properties).

Citral