£55.00 |
Product Information
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A gently emulsifying balm cleanser with nutrient-rich superfoods Avocado and Baobab, along with Plum Kernel, Green Coffee, Hemp and Spirulina.
Avocado and Baobab work to nourish, cleanse and brighten skin whilst plant sterols, phytonutrients and vitamins soothe and strengthen skin to help protect against free radical damage.
Melts on contact to effortlessly remove all traces of make-up and dirt, leaving skin bright, healthy and silky smooth.
Note: This product is heat sensitive and not suitable for warm climates. Best stored below 20°C and out of direct sunlight.
Fragrance Journey
Superfoods Series is essential oil free yet naturally aromatic, scented by its blend of raw ingredients.
Avo Bao Cleansing Balm has green tangy notes from Baobab, Hemp and Green Coffee, along with hints of almond from Plum Kernel Oil plus chocolate and coconut from Cacao and Coconut butters.
Active Botanicals
Organic Avocado Oil
High in Oleic Acid (Omega 9) which enhances skin permeability, Vitamins A, E and D plus plant sterols, Avocado Oil has an extraordinary transepidermal penetration capacity to nourish and moisturise the different skin layers to maintain its barrier function. High levels of antioxidants help soothe skin inflammations thereby maintain its health and softness. Also uniquely rich in chlorophyll for brighter looking skin.
Organic Baobab Oil
Cold-pressed from the seeds, Baobab oil is rich in nutrients containing all three Omega 3, 6 and 9, as well as rare essential fatty acids and Vitamins A, D, E and K. A superb skin cleanser and softener, Baobab oil possesses anti-inflammatory properties to combat sun damage and repair signs of skin ageing.
Organic Hemp Seed Oil
Considered a perfectly balanced oil, Hemp contains a profile of Omega 6 to Omega 3 essential fatty acids that matches our skin’s lipids. Along with gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), oleic acid and stearidonic acid, it is also a great source for Vitamin A and E, and a number of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, sulfur, potassium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc for healthy skin.
Organic Plum Kernel Oil
An incredibly nourishing and aromatic oil rich in oleic acid (60-80%), linoleic acid (15-25%), alpha tocopherols (vitamin E), vitamin B, pro-vitamin B5 (beta-carotene) and beta sito-sterols. Other than its superb ability to moisturise, nourish, protect and support skin health, Plum Kernel Oil also possesses a delicious almond marzipan scent.
Green Coffee Oil
Cold pressed from raw coffee beans, Green Coffee Oil contains high concentrations of chlorogenic acid, known to tighten and tone skin temporarily, for smooth, youthful looking skin. Its composition of essential fatty acids, phytosterols and vitamin E makes it a potent antioxidant, helping to scavenge free radicals and offer protection against skin damage and DNA degradation.
Organic Baobab Powder
This super fruit powder contains high levels of Vitamin C to boost with skin elasticity., plus calcium, magnesium, potassium and B-complex vitamins to firm and help maintain the integrity of skin cell membrane. Baobab fruit powder possesses prebiotic properties and is naturally rich in powerful antioxidants which protect skin against free radical damage.
Organic Spirulina Powder
Naturally rich in phytonutrients and carotenoids to help defend against free radicals. Spirulina is high in Vitamin A, B-12 and E to improve tired-looking skin, helping with skin elasticity and fine lines. Its high chlorophyll content helps strengthen tissues and eliminates toxins for a clearer radiant complexion.
Ingredients
°*Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, °*Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Oil, °*Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil, °*Prunus Domestica (Plum) Kernel Oil, °Theobroma Cacao (Cacao) Butter, °Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, °Glycerin, °*Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, °*Cocos Nucifera (Virgin Coconut) Oil, Shorea Stenoptera (Illipe) Butter, *Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, *Coffea Arabica (Green Coffee) Seed Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Sucrose Laurate, °Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Fruit Powder, °Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Water, °Spirulina Platensis (Spirulina) Algae Powder
°Certified Organic *Cold-Pressed
100% Natural Ingredients of which
80% is Certified Organic
Suitable For Vegans
Not Tested On Animals
Directions
Warm a small amount between palms. Massage into dry skin using upward circular motions to stimulate circulation while dissolving makeup and daily grime. Wet skin with a little water and continue massaging to emulsify cleanser before rinsing clean. Alternatively remove with a warm face cloth. Follow with Lemon Water Hydrosol Tonic.
Tip: Mix with Renshen Root Exfoliant & Mask to form an emulsifying facial scrub. Can be applied neat onto skin as a nourishing balm.
Cautions: Use a dark face cloth: made with natural ingredients which may colour light fabrics. Skin patch test 24 hours before use. For external use only. Store away from direct heat and light. Once opened, use within 6 months.
Reviews
I really wanted to love this. I tried the tomato seed oil previously and it was fabulous. However this balm irritated my combination 50 something skin, causing multiple breakouts. I kept persevering hoping it’d clear but 2 months down the line it’s worse...
This balm appeared on my Instagram some months ago and after googling it for reviews I finally bought it. I have very dry mature skin that is reddish. It is a soft buttery texture like a green butter with tiny darker green spirulina specks in it. It glides on...
Just re-ordered my holy grail balm of all cleansing balms and remembered I just had to leave a review.
This is luxury in a jar; the scent is delicious. How you have created this beauty without a drop of essential oil is beyond magic. It melts on...
The balm has a nice texture and lovely colour. I found the smell to be overwhelming — all the ingredients individually smell wonderful but there are just too many scents ‘happening’ at the same time and it becomes too powerful. The most important thing...
Oh the fragrance is yummy! Green chocolatey marzipan... and how is that possible when it doesn't contain essential oils? cleansing balm. Works a treat!!