Ingredients Glossary
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LACTIC ACID |
| Lactic Acid | Lactic acid is a component of the natural, moisture-regulating system of the human skin. It is also found in fruit. The lactic acid obtained from fermentation of plant substances, e.g. cane sugar, has moisture-regulating and pH-stabilising properties. |
| LACTIC ACID FATTY ACID ESTER |
| Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate | Lactic acid obtained by fermentation is combined with plant fatty acids. Lactic acid fatty esters help to bind water and oil components to form a creamy emulsion. They are used as emulsifiers for foods. |
| LADY'S MANTLE Extract |
| Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract | Lady's mantle is a sister of the rose although one would not know from its appearance. The lady's mantle extracts in Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products are prepared using our own special processes. |
| LARCH WOOD Extract |
| Galactoarabinan | Using hot water an extract can be obtained from larch wood which will surround each hair with a protective coating but not make the hair sticky. |
| LAVENDER OIL Essentail oil |
| Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil | The pleasant fragrance of essential lavender oil has a balancing, soothing and relaxing effect. In aromatherapy, essential lavender oil is used for the treatment of burns, for fortification and to relieve cramps, and to combat depression. |
| LAVENDER WATER |
| Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water | Distillation of fresh lavender flowers creates a fragrant, soothing and calming lavender floral water. |
| LECITHIN |
| Lecithin, Lysolecithin, Hydrogenated Lecithin | Lecithins from soy beans (GM free) bind the oil and water components in creams (natural emulsifier). They have a smoothing and moisturising action on the skin. |
| LEMON ACID Ester |
| Triethyl Citrate | This is a compound formed from plant alcohol and natural citric acid. It stops the unpleasant odours associated with the decomposition of body sweat. The sweating process itself, which is necessary for the body, is not impaired. |
| LEMON BALM Extract |
| Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract | Lemon balm, like rosemary and lavender, belongs to the labiate family. It is a harmonising plant which strengthens the centre. The extracts of lemon balm in Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products are prepared by a special process. |
| LEMON GRASS Extract |
| Cymbopogon Citratus Extract | Lemon grass is a tropical sweet grass which is used in Asian cooking as a stimulating spice and from which a toning essential oil is obtained. The lemon grass extracts in Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products are prepared using our own special processes. |
| LEMON GRASS OIL Essential Oil |
| Cymbopogon Flexuosus Oil | Lemongrass is a tropical sweet grass, that is used as a stimulating herb in Asian cuisine and from which a tonic essential oil is extracted. |
| LEMON OIL Essential Oil |
| Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil | Lemon peel is cold pressed to obtain essential oil of lemon. The oil has a pleasant, strong lemon fragrance. In aromatherapy essential lemon oil is used for many things, including strengthening the walls of blood vessels. It is classified as emitting a light, fresh and vibrant fragrance. |
| LEMON PEEL Extract |
| Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract | Lemon peel is used to obtain the invigorating lemon oil. It also forms the elastic boundary between the inner moisture of the juice and the dry environment. The lemon peel extracts in Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products are prepared using our own special processes. |
| LIME Blossoms, Extract |
| Tilia Cordata/Platyphyllos Flower Extract | The harmonising lime tree has been a feature of human settlements for centuries. It was often at the heart of village social life. Tea made from its leaves regulates the fluid processes. The lime blossom extract in Dr.Hauschka Skin Care products is prepared using our own special rhythmic process. |
| LIMONENE |
| Limonene | Limonene is a declarable fragrance that occurs in citrus fruits, for example. In Dr.Hauschka Skin Care limonene is never added as an isolated substance. Where present it is always as a component of natural essential oils. |
| LINALOOL |
| Linalool | Linalool is a declarable fragrance that occurs in lavender, rose wood and coriander, for example. In Dr.Hauschka Skin Care linalool is never added as an isolated substance. Where present it is always as a component of natural essential oils. |