How is it obtained?
The wheat grain is fermented and distilled in order to transform sugars into 96% ethyl alcohol. Then, alcohol is denatured to change its taste to a bitter one and avoid being swallowed
Aroma:
A characteristic smell of alcohol
Curiosity:
When alcohol evaporates, it allows the perfume scent to spread
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Product:
Gel
Origin:
Plant (Aloe Vera)
Used part:
Leaves
How is it obtained?
Using pressure to extract the leaves juice
Growing areas:
From North Africa, although it is widespread in many countries
Curiosity:
It has moisturizing properties, improves elasticity and prevents sking aging. Makes your face look revitalized and hydrated
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Product:
Derived from oils used in perfumery
Aroma:
Iris
Curiosity:
It is declared in the INCIs because it is an allergen and, as such, can generate allergies to certain people
Aqua
Product:
Water
Origin:
Rivers, reservoirs and groundwater
How is it obtained?
Through a series of industrial processes that purify water
Aroma:
Neutral
Curiosity:
Perfumes always have a small percentage of water (about 3%) to compensate alcohol and have a more balanced formula
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Product:
Vitamin C
Origin:
Safe Synthetic
Curiosity:
Antioxidant properties, which inhibit the reactions caused by oxygen and that generate the aging of the skin
Benzoin
Product:
Benzoin
Origin:
Styrax tonkinensis tree
Used part:
Resin
How is it obtained?
Extraction
Growing areas:
Sumatra and Laos
Aroma:
Creamy and sweet
Curiosity:
It is a natural perfume fixer
Benzyl Alcohol
Product:
Derived from natural oils
Origin:
Flowers and plants
How is it obtained?
They are obtained naturally by extracting the oil from certain flowers such as jasmine or ylang-ylang
Aroma:
Cherry
Curiosity:
It is declared in the INCIs because it is an allergen and, as such, can generate allergies to certain people
Bergamot
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Bergamot tree
Used part:
Fruit skin
How is it obtained?
Cold pressure
Growing areas:
Italy, Spain, Ivory Coast and Brazil
Aroma:
Acidic and fresh
Curiosity:
It is used as Earl Grey tea flavouring
Bigarade
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Bitter orange tree
Used part:
Fruit skin
How is it obtained?
Cold pressure
Growing areas:
Spain, Italy, Tunisia, Guinea and Ivory Coast
Aroma:
Citrus, between sweet orange and bitter grape
Curiosity:
Non-edible orange. When it is processed, it is often used in jams and teas
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Product:
Butter
Origin:
Tree (Karité)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
Boiling and filtering the fat obtained by crushing the walnuts
Growing areas:
African continent
Curiosity:
Contains vitamins (A, D, E) and minerals, it has soothing, healing and softening properties for the epidermis. In addition, it is hydrating and brings luminosity to the skin
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Product:
Extract
Origin:
Plant (Calendula)
Used part:
Flower
How is it obtained?
Maceration and later filtration of the flowers
Growing areas:
Mediterranean region
Aroma:
Thanks to its high moisturizing power, it is ideal for treating dry, dehydrated or irritated skin, as it works as an anti-inflammatory, healing and skin regenerator.
Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride
Product:
Esterified oil
Origin:
Tree (coconut tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
Extraction of coconut oil that is later on hydrogenated and hydrolyzed
Growing areas:
Southeast Asia
Curiosity:
Hydrating, repairing and resistant to the skin moisture loss. It absorbs very quickly and is suitable for sensitive skin
Caprylyl Capryl Glucoside
Product:
Surfactant
Origin:
Tree (coconut tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
From the coconut oil
Growing areas:
Southeast Asia
Curiosity:
Helps water mix with oil and dirt so it can be removed. In addition, it allows to obtain the desired foam texture
Caprylyl Glycol
Product:
Alcohol
Origin:
Safe synthetic endorsed by Cosmos
Curiosity:
In addision to being antimicrobial and an efective moisturizer, it provides softness to the skin
Cardamom
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Cardamom herbaceous plant
Used part:
Seed
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
Guatemala, Honduras, India, Indonesia and Sri Lanka
Aroma:
Resinous, aromatic and slightly spicy
Curiosity:
It is one of the oldest spices in the world
Cedarwood
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Cedarwood tree
Used part:
Leaves
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
Morocco and the United States
Aroma:
Wood and resin
Curiosity:
It is associated with the smell of pencil
Cetearyl Alcohol
Product:
Fatty alcohol
Origin:
Tree (coconut tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
Mix of fatty alcohols
Growing areas:
Southeast Asia
Curiosity:
It is used as an additive in cosmetics to thicken, stabilize and increase foaming capacity
Cypress
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Cypress tree
Used part:
Branches
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
Spain and France
Aroma:
Fresh, woody and balsamic
Curiosity:
In ancient civilizations it used to be known for its medicinal uses
Citral
Product:
Natural essential oil by-product
Origin:
Plants
How is it obtained?
It is naturally obtained from petitgrain oil, litsea cubeba, lemon or orange extraction
Aroma:
Lemon
Curiosity:
It has been declared an INCI as it is an allergen, which means that certain people can be allergic to it
Citronellol
Product:
Natural essential oil by-product
Origin:
Plants
How is it obtained?
It is naturally obtained from bergamot oil, eucalyptus, lemon, litsea cubeba, orange or osmanthus extraction
Aroma:
Rose
Curiosity:
It has been declared an INCI as it is an allergen, which means that certain people can be allergic to it
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Product:
Surfactant
Origin:
Tree (coconut tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
From the coconut oil
Growing areas:
Southeast Asia
Curiosity:
It has soft cleansing properties and is skin-friendly. That is why it is often used in baby cosmetics
Coumarin
Product:
Natural essential oil by-product
Origin:
Plants
How is it obtained?
It is naturally obtained from tonka bean oil or cinnamon extraction
Aroma:
Vanilla
Curiosity:
It has been declared an INCI as it is an allergen, which means that certain people can be allergic to it
Decyl Glucoside
Product:
Surfactant
Origin:
Tree (coconut tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
From the coconut oil and glucose
Growing areas:
Southeast Asia
Curiosity:
Has cleansing properties, increases foaming capacity and is particularly skin-friendly
Ethylhexylglycerin
Product:
Additive
Origin:
Save synthetic
Curiosity:
Improves the feel of the formula on the skin and inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria, without affecting the skin's flora
Eugenol
Product:
Natural essential oil by-product
Origin:
Plants
How is it obtained?
It is naturally obtained from mint oil, guaiac, litsea cubeba, osmanthus or clove extraction
Aroma:
Clove
Curiosity:
It has been declared an INCI as it is an allergen, which means that certain people can be allergic to it
Farnesol
Product:
Natural essential oil by-product
Origin:
Flowers
How is it obtained?
It is naturally obtained from rose, palmarosa, neroli or ylang ylang extraction
Aroma:
Violet
Curiosity:
It has been declared an INCI as it is an allergen, which means that certain people can be allergic to it
Fucus Vesiculosus Extract
Product:
Extract
Origin:
Fucus seaweed
Used part:
Leaves
How is it obtained?
The dried leaves are mixed with the solvent and once filtered, the seaweed extract is obtained
Growing areas:
France
Curiosity:
It has a high content of alginates, polysaccharides and organic iodine, which contribute to the antioxidant, firming and anti-cellulite properties. In addition, it promotes the retention of collagen, stimulates circulation and increases elasticity.
Rose Geranium
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Shrub (pelargonium hybridum)
Used part:
Leaves
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
Egypt, Reunion Islands, Madagascar and, China
Aroma:
Fruity menthol, with long-lasting green notes and a delicate rose aroma
Curiosity:
There are many kinds of geranium commonly used to decorate balconies and terraces. However, Rose Geranium is used in perfumery for its appreciated rose aroma
Geraniol
Product:
Natural essential oil by-product
Origin:
Flowers and plants
How is it obtained?
It is naturally obtained from rose, geranium or lemon oil extraction
Aroma:
Rose
Curiosity:
It has been declared an INCI as it is an allergen, which means that certain people can be allergic to it
Glyceryl Stearate
Product:
Surfactant
Origin:
Tree (palm tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
Sustainable extraction - RSPO seal (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil)
Growing areas:
From Africa
Curiosity:
Used as an emulsifier in cosmetic formulas. It is present in the human body so it is totally respectful with our skin
Glycerin
Product:
Polialcohol
Origin:
Tree (coconut tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
From coconut oil
Growing areas:
Southeast Asia
Curiosity:
Glycerin retains water on the skin, preventing dehydration of the skin and protecting it from external aggressions such as pollution
Blackcurrant
Product:
Extract
Origin:
Cassis bush
Used part:
Sprouts
How is it obtained?
Extraction
Growing areas:
France
Aroma:
Woody, fruity and spicy
Curiosity:
Apart from the buds, almost all parts of Blackcurrants can be: leaves in teas, hearts in liqueurs and berries in jams, juices and liqueurs
Guaiac
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Guayacán tree
Used part:
Wood
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
Paraguay
Aroma:
Wood with smoky notes
Curiosity:
Used by Native Americans to treat some diseases
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Tree (olive tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
Adding hydrogen to olive oil
Growing areas:
Spain and Italy
Curiosity:
Works as an emollient, hydrating and softening the skin
Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Tree (olive tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
Adding hydrogen to olive oil
Growing areas:
Spain and Italy
Curiosity:
It is a great skin conditioner, leaving it hydrated and with a dry touch
Lactic Acid
Product:
Organic acid
Origin:
Plant (beet and corn)
Used part:
Root (beet) and seed (corn)
How is it obtained?
Fermentation of the beet sugar or corn sucrose
Growing areas:
Europe
Curiosity:
It is used as a pH regulator in cosmetics, turning them into products that soften, moisturize and add shine to the skin. In addition, it acts as an exfoliator helping to eliminate dead cells
Lime
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Lime tree
Used part:
Fruit skin
How is it obtained?
Distillation or cold pressure
Growing areas:
Italy, Brazil, Mexico or the USA
Aroma:
Refreshing and bitter
Curiosity:
It is one of the main Coca-Cola ingredients
Lemon
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Lemon tree
Used part:
Fruit skin
How is it obtained?
Cold pressure
Growing areas:
Spain, Italy, Ivory Coast and South America
Aroma:
Fresh, acidic and aromatic
Curiosity:
Christopher Columbus brought lemon seeds to the Caribbean and they were spread throughout America during the Spanish conquest
Limonene
Product:
Natural essential oil by-product
Origin:
Fruit skin
How is it obtained?
It is naturally obtained from essential oil from citrus skins such as orange, lemon or lime extraction
Aroma:
Citrus and fresh
Curiosity:
It has been declared an INCI as it is an allergen, which means that certain people can be allergic to it
Linalool
Product:
Natural essential oil by-product
Origin:
Flowers and aromatic plants
How is it obtained?
It is naturally obtained from mint, cinnamon or citrus fruits essential oils extraction
Aroma:
Mentholated
Curiosity:
It has been declared an INCI as it is an allergen, which means that certain people can be allergic to it
Litsea Cubeba
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Litsea Cubeba bush
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
China
Aroma:
Lemon with a sweet undertone
Curiosity:
Its fruit is the same shape and size as a pepper
Tangerine
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Tangerine tree
Used part:
Fruit skin
How is it obtained?
Cold pressure
Growing areas:
Italy, Brazil, Argentina and China
Aroma:
Very sweet
Curiosity:
In Chinese New Year celebrations it is a symbol of good fortune
Mint
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Aromatic mint plant
Used part:
Leaves
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
France, China and India
Aroma:
Refreshing green note
Curiosity:
It has the typical scent of chewing gum and toothpaste
Orange
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Sweet orange tree
Used part:
Fruit skin
How is it obtained?
Cold pressure
Growing areas:
Spain, Italy, Brazil and the United States
Aroma:
Sweet, fruity and fresh
Curiosity:
It is the most cultivated tree fruit in the world
Neroli
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Bitter orange tree
Used part:
Flower
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia and the USA
Aroma:
Citrus with orange blossom touches
Curiosity:
In perfumery, every part of the bitter orange is used: the skin to create essential oil, the leaves for Petitgrain oil, as well as the white flowers for Neroli and the absolute orange blossom
Olea Europea Fruit Oil
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Tree (olive tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
Cold pressed
Growing areas:
Spain and Italy
Curiosity:
It has reparing properties and is made up of a large amount of natural fatty acids that fight skin dryness. It is also a masking agent that softens the basic odor of the product
Osmanthus
Product:
Absolute
Origin:
Osmanthus bush
Used part:
Flower
How is it obtained?
Extraction
Growing areas:
China
Aroma:
Peach and apricot
Curiosity:
In Asia it is used to give an orange colour and a better aroma to tea
Patchouli
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Patchouli bush
Used part:
Leaves
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
Indonesia and India
Aroma:
Woody and moist with an earthy touch
Curiosity:
The essence must age several months in barrels before being used
Parfum
Product:
Concentrated essence
Origin:
Laboratory-made mix
How is it obtained?
Perfumers combine multiple ingredients (oils, resins or absolutes) that provide olfactory notes and chords to get the final result
Aroma:
The own of each perfume
Curiosity:
When the perfume concentration is 15% or greater, it can be considered Eau de Parfum
Persea Gratissima Oil
Product:
Aceite
Origin:
Tree (avocado tree)
Used part:
Seed and pulp
How is it obtained?
Cold pressure
Growing areas:
Africa, America, Israel and some European countries
Curiosity:
It is high in vitamins (A, D and E) and fatty acids that make it a nutritive, protective and regenerating agent
Petitgrain
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Bitter orange tree
Used part:
Branches and leaves
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
Italy, Paraguay and North America.
Aroma:
Floral and slightly woody
Curiosity:
The most used petitgrain comes from bitter orange, but it can also be taken from lemon or tangerine
Phenylpropanol
Product:
Dissolvent
Origin:
Save synthetics endorsed by Cosmos
Curiosity:
Dissolvent with the property of masking the smell of other raw materials
Potassium Sorbate
Product:
Salt
Origin:
Save synthetics endorsed by Cosmos
Curiosity:
It is used as a preservative, as it controls the microbial contamination, extending the cosmetic's useful life
Propanediol
Product:
Solvent
Origin:
Plant (corn)
Used part:
Stem
How is it obtained?
Corn sugar fermentation
Growing areas:
From New Guinea
Curiosity:
Used as a solvent for other substances, it allows to control the viscosity of the cosmetic
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Tree (almod tree)
Used part:
Seed
How is it obtained?
Cold pressed
Growing areas:
Mediterranean countries, Asia and California
Curiosity:
Thanks to its composition rich in monounsaturated fats, oleic acid and linoleic acids, it helps in the formation of collagen and elastin, giving firmness and elasticity to the skin. In addition, it is anti-inflammatory and healing
Rose
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Shrub (damask rose)
Used part:
Petals
How is it obtained?
Volatile solvent extraction
Growing areas:
Bulgary and France
Aroma:
Fresh, lemony, with various nuances of talc, notes of wood, feminine and intensely romantic
Curiosity:
It is estimated that there are between 10 and 50 thousand varieties of roses. Despite the diversity, only two varieties have interest from a perfumery point of view: Rosa Damascena and Rosa Centifolia
Sandalwood
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Sandalwood tree
Used part:
Wood
How is it obtained?
Distillation
Growing areas:
India and Australia
Aroma:
Sweet and smooth wood with a green note
Curiosity:
It has relaxing properties. It preserves the aroma for a long time
Sclerotium Gum
Product:
Polysaccharide
Origin:
Fungus (sclerotium rolfssii)
How is it obtained?
Fungus Sclerotium rolfsiin fermentation
Growing areas:
Harvests
Curiosity:
Improves the emulsion process and its stability. It also allows to control the viscosity of the cosmetic
Sodium Benzoate
Product:
Salt
Origin:
Save synthetic endorsed by Cosmos
Curiosity:
It is used as a preservative, as it protects the cosmetic from the growth of the fungus and bacterias
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Product:
Surfactant
Origin:
Tree (coconut tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
From the coconut oil
Growing areas:
Southeast Asia
Curiosity:
Reduces static electricity by neutralizing electrical charge on a surface. In addition, it reduces the surface tension of cosmetics and contributes to the uniform distribution of the product during use
Sodium Phytate
Product:
Salt
Origin:
Tree (palm tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
Sustainable extraction - RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) seal
Growing areas:
From Africa
Curiosity:
Reacts with metal ions helping to avoid unwanted reactions that could affect the stability or appearance of the product
Stearic Acid
Product:
Saturated fatty acid
Origin:
Plant (soya)
Used part:
Seed
How is it obtained?
From soybean oil
Growing areas:
Cold pressure
Curiosity:
In cosmetics it is used as a thickener and emulsion stabilizer
Tocopherol
Product:
Vitamin E
Origin:
Plant (sunflower)
Used part:
Seeds
How is it obtained?
From sunflower oil
Growing areas:
Practically all over the world
Curiosity:
It has antioxidant properties, which inhibit the reactions caused by oxygen and which lead to skin aging
Tocopheryl Acetate
Product:
Vitamin E
Origin:
Safe synthetic
Curiosity:
It works as an antioxidant, which is why is often used in antiaging products as it promotes the protection and repair of the skin
Tridecane
Product:
Natural hydrocarbon
Origin:
Tree (coconut tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
From coconut oil
Growing areas:
Southeast Asia
Curiosity:
Emollient that thanks to its volatile properties, is easy to apply, absorbs quickly and leaves skin soft and dry
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Product:
Extract
Origin:
Wakame Seaweed
Used part:
Leaves
How is it obtained?
The dried leaves are mixed with the solvent and once filtered, the fungus extract is obtained
Growing areas:
Galicia, Spain
Curiosity:
It is high in polysaccharides, proteins and vitamins (B and C), which contributes to cell renewal and the regeneration and hydration of the skin. It also has antioxidant properties that prevent skin aging
Undecane
Product:
Natural hydrocarbon
Origin:
Tree (coconut tree)
Used part:
Fruit
How is it obtained?
From coconut oil
Growing areas:
Southeast Asia
Curiosity:
Emollient that thanks to its volatile properties, is easy to apply, absorbs quickly and leaves skin soft and dry
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Product:
Oil
Origin:
Plant (grapevine)
Used part:
Seed
How is it obtained?
Pressure extraction
Growing areas:
Mediterranean Region
Curiosity:
Known for its skin repairing activity, it fights dryness and dermatitis by reducing water loss from the skin. In addition, it has disinfectant and purifying properties
Xanthan Gum
Product:
Natural polymer
Origin:
Plant (corn)
Used part:
Seed
How is it obtained?
Fermentation of a carbohydrate (corn syrup) with the bacteria Xanthomonas campestris
Growing areas:
Europe
Curiosity:
It is used in cosmetics as an emulsion stabilizer, film-forming agent or agglutinative
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