Coconut Vinegar Vinegar, made from coconuts?! Made by fermenting coconut sap and water for up to a year, this little-known culinary ingredient gives hair gloss, shine and a soft texture. It is...
Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) gives products an extra fixative power: it forms a thin coating over the hair that helps to maintain it in the position you wish. PVP promotes the dispersion...
Cetearyl Alcohol Cetearyl alcohol is an emulsifier that thickens cosmetic products and makes them stable by holding water and oil together. It can also be used as a surfactant that foams and...
Linseed Gel When infused in hot water, linseeds produce a gel-like substance called mucilage which is used in cosmetics to soothe, condition and protect the skin as well as hair. The flax...
Cocoa A key ingredient in chocolate making, cocoa is also a staple on Lush shelves for its amazing effect on the skin, body and mind. What is cocoa? The cacao tree...
Argan An amazing not-so-secret ingredient for your skin and hair. We heart argan! What is argan? Argan oil is produced from the kernels of the argan tree. What are the benefits...
Linseed Glossy little linseeds do way more than add some crunch to your salad. Behold, ultimate hydration and softness! What is linseed? Also known as flax (not Holly Flax), the linseed...
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone (or Methyl Ionone) is a colourless fragrance material with a powdery, woody and floral scent, very similar to violet and orris. Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is a safe synthetic compound...
Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil (Neroli Oil) Neroli oil has an intensely green, citrus and floral scent, reputed to cheer the mood and help find inner peace. On the skin, the oil is toning, soothing and antimicrobial. It...
Cocos Nucifera Oil (Extra Virgin Coconut Oil) Coming straight from Indonesia’s paradise-looking islands, this extra virgin coconut oil does good for your skin and for people. Where does Lush buy their coconut oil? Coconut oil is extracted...
Citrus Aurantifolia Juice (Fresh Lime Juice) Packed full of antioxidant-rich vitamin C, zingy lime juice protects and rejuvenates the skin, while providing a deep cleanse. The Citrus aurantifolia tree is thought to be native to the tropical regions...
Lauryl Betaine Derived from vegetables, lauryl betaine is a clear or pale yellow liquid that was first discovered as an extract of sugar beets. It is a mild surface-active agent (or surfactant)...