Product Ingredients

Translucent Face Powder Compact

Translucent Face Powder, Compact is suitable for even the most sensitive skin. The Compact offers long-lasting shine-resistance, giving the skin a brilliant matte finish. More information about Translucent Face Powder Compact

Talc: This is a finely ground and purified naturally occuring mineral. It is non toxic and safe in small quantities. Dr.Hauschka only uses it in non - dusting products, such as the Face Powder Compact.
Silk (Serica) Powder: Commercially produced silk is used for its smoothing properties. Sufficient quantities of organic or tussah silk are not yet available.
Mica: Mica is a naturally occuring mineral and is used as a colourant. It is very gentle on the skin being non toxic and inert and it also gives a shimmer to the products. It is resistant to ultraviolet light and heat and stays on the skin well.
Diatomaceous Earth (Solum Diatomeae): Diatomaceous Earth is a naturally occurring substance comprised of the fossilized remains of diatoms. Diatoms are microscopic sized hard shelled creatures found in both marine and fresh waters. It is very rich in silica, strengthening the skin and hair. It also helps take dead skin cells away and leaves the skin smooth. Dr.Hauschka uses Diatomaceous earth from Neuburg in Germany.
Magnesium Stearate: This is a combination of naturally occurring magnesium and stearic acid. It gives the preparations a smooth, natural consistency.
Jojoba (Buxus Chinensis) Oil: This oil is obtained from the seeds of the Jojoba. Jojoba Oil spreads very well on the skin and is quickly absorbed, making it an excellent oil to use in skin care products. It has a structure similar to the skin\'s fat enabling a good penetration to the skin\'s deeper layers. It leaves a velvety feeling but doesn\'t leave an oily film.
Rose (Rosa Gallica) Petal Extract: Two forms of Rose Petal Extract are used in the Dr.Hauschka preparations, one is an extract from dried rose petals in almond oil and the other is a rhythmitised watery extraction of Rose petals. These extracts help with the toning of our skin.
Anthyllis Vulneraria Extract: 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.
Witch Hazel (Hamamelis Virginiana) Extract: 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.
Camellia Sinensis Extract: This is an extract derived from biodynamically grown tea from Sri Lanka, a medium sized, evergreen shrub, native to South East Asia. It has anti-inflammatory properties.
Fragrance (Parfum): A combination of specially blended, carefully chosen pure essential oils, unique for each preparation.
Limonene: This is a component of natural essential oil.
Linalool: This is a component of natural essential oil.
Geraniol: This is a component of natural essential oil.
Citronellol: This is a component of natural essential oil.
Coumarin: This is a component of natural essential oil.
Citral: This is a component of natural essential oil.
Benzyl Benzoate: This is a component of natural essential oil.
Silica: This is extracted from Silica rock and has a strengthening effect on the body.
Iron Oxide (CI 77491): Mineral pigments derived from iron ore, provide red and brown colors to cosmetics. Three varieties of iron oxides, CI 77491, CI 77492, and 77499, are used in Dr.Hauschka products.
Iron Oxide (CI 77492): Mineral pigments derived from iron ore, provide red and brown colors to cosmetics. Three varieties of iron oxides, CI 77491, CI 77492, and 77499, are used in Dr.Hauschka products.
Iron Oxide (CI 77499): Mineral pigments derived from iron ore, provide red and brown colors to cosmetics. Three varieties of iron oxides, CI 77491, CI 77492, and 77499, are used in Dr.Hauschka products.