Helianthus annus oil (Sunflower oil): Emollient, protective, nutritious.
Butyrospermum parkii butter (Shea butter): Pressed from shea nut, increases lustre and elasticity. Naturally mild sunscreen but said to increase pigmentation.
Simmondsia chinensis oil (Jojoba oil): Softens and moisturises, rich in antioxidants, fatty acids and vitamins A, D and E, natural protection against UV rays.
Withania somnifera extract (Ashwaganda): Antitoxic, antibacterial.
Carica papaya fruit extract (Papaya): Very effective against pigment spots.
Olea Europaea oil (Olive oil): One of the most common oils in Ayurveda. High in fatty acids, vitamin E, carotenoids, phospholipids and phenols.
Garcinia indica butter (Coconut butter): Extracted from the seeds of the coconut fruit. Powerfully emollient without being heavy, easily absorbed by the skin without a greasy feeling.
Triticum Vulgare oil: Rich in vitamin E (tocopherol), minerals, proteins and lipids.
Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil (Almond oil): Rich in essential fatty acids and triglyceride, very well balanced nutritional content for the skin.
Aloe barbadensis extract (Aloevera): General healing, widely used in Ayurveda.
Glycyrrhiza glabra extract (Liquorice root): Moisturising.
Cocos nucifera oil (Coconut oil): Moisturising.
Cera alba (Beeswax): Moisturiser, texturiser, protects without clogging pores, soothing, mild anti-inflammatory.
Rosa centifolia extract (Rose): Healing and fragrant. Natural antiperspirant.
Ocimum sanctum extract (Krishna Thulasi, Holy Basil): Has many different uses in Ayurveda, both internally and externally. Here, among other things, against itching and fungal infections.
Bacopa monnieri extract (Brahmi): Very versatile medicinal herb, widely used in Ayurvedic medicine.
Rubia cordifolia extract (Manjishta): Balances pigmentation and fights acne.
Trigonella foenum graecum (Fenugreek): Anti-inflammatory, anti-itch, rich in minerals and flavonoids.
Solanum lycopersicum extract (Tomato): Stimulates skin cell regeneration, deeply moisturising, lightly tightening, evens out pigment spots, reduces pores.
Vitis Vinifera seed oil: dry, easily absorbed oil, rich in polyphenols and vitamins E and K.
Myristica fragrans kernel oil (Nutmeg oil): Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial.

*Ayurveda is a complex science and the various herbs can be used in many ways and in different mixtures. Here are the properties as described for skin care, in available Ayurvedic literature.