Glossary of natural ingredients in Arava line
Name |
Botanic Name |
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Main Ingrediants |
Activity |
Peppermint |
Mentha Piperita |
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Between 50 and 78 percent free mentholated and 5 to 20 percent of other components associated with mentholated |
Removes parasites, especially mosquitoes carrying diseases such as malaria, dengue and West Nile fever.Local analgesic. Dissolves irritations and pains. Urges blood flow to the area under treatment. |
Cinnamon |
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum |
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Trepenoids, Cinnamaldehyde and Coumarin |
Antibacterial and antifungal. Treats allergies. Repels away harmful insect and flying. |
lemongrass |
Cymbopogon Citrates |
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Geranial, Myrcene, Citronellol, Methyl heptenone, Dipentene, Geraniol, Nerol, Farnesol |
Repels insects and parasites especially fleas. Antibacterial and antifungal. |
Thyme |
Thymus Vulgaris |
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Phenols thymol, Cineol, Thymol methyl ether, Borneol, Alpha-pinene, Cymen, Thymus citriodorus, Geraniol, Citral |
Antibacterial and antifungal. Repels away harmful insect and flies. |
Cedarwood |
Cedrus atlantica |
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Beta-himachalene (35%-55%), alpha –himachalene (10%-12%), Gamma -himachalene (all 3 make up about 70% of oil composition), alpha - & gamma-atlantone (10-15%), Ggamma-cadinene, Alpha- humulene, Beta-calcorene, Caryophyllene, Cedrene, Cedrol, Alpha-pinene, Abietane diterpenoids |
Treats fungal and bacterial infections, eczema, itching skin, irritations and seborrhea. |
Lemon Eucalyptus |
Eucalyptus Citriodora |
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Cis-p-Menthane-3,8-diol and trans-p-menthane-3, 8-diol,citronellal, Citronellol, Citronellyl acetate, Isopulegol, Alpha-pinene, Beta-pinene |
Anti - viral, bacterial and fungal. Disinfects and anti-inflammatory. Repels insects. |
Neem |
Azadirachta Indica |
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Nimbolide, limonoids, Flavonoids, Quercetins, Coumarins, Beta-Sitosterol. |
Anti-bacterial, anti- eczema and anti- fungal. Rejects and exterminates insects and pests such as mites, nematode worm, Flea and Tick.well known as an effective disruptor of the insects shedding process, damage to the process of insects copulate, eggs laying and development of larvae as well as mortal blow insect female fertility. |
Tea Tree |
Melaleuca Alternifolia |
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Terpines, Cymones, Pinines, Terpineols, Cineol, Sesquiterpenes, Sesquiterpene Alcohols |
Destroys a wide range of bacteria, viruses and fungi. |
Borage |
Borago Officinalis |
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Rich with Omega 6 and 9, Gamma-linolenic acid – GLA, Intermedine, Lycopsamine, Amabiline, Supinine, Oleic acid, Palmitic acid |
Renews the cells, thus rejuvenating and revitalizing the skin, Features the most effective anti-inflammatory especially eczema and seborrhea. |
Evening Primrose |
Oenothera Biennis |
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Gamma Linolenic Acid - GLA, Omega 6, Lignin, Calcium, Beta-sitesterol, Protein, Cellulose |
Anti-inflammatory. Strengthens, nourishes and vitalizes the cells' membrane. |
Lavender |
Lavandula Angustifolia |
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Perillyl alcohol, Linalool, Geraniol |
Anesthetic, anti-inflammatory, disinfects, antifungal, Strengthens the cell membrane. |
Jojoba |
Buxus Chinesis |
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Long Chain Esters, Tocopherols,Free Acids, Phytosterols, Pospholipids |
Provides moisture and nourishment to skin and coat. Protects the skin from the damages of cumulative environment and radiation. Prevents growth of many kinds of bacteria . Very effective in calming skin irritations, Nourishes and makes the hair vital and shiny. |
Juniper |
Juniperus Communis |
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Monoterpenes, Pinene, Thujene, Sabinene, Terpinene-4-ol, Alpha-Terpineol, Borneol, Geraniol, Sesquiterpenes |
Antiseptic, disinfectant , anti-inflammatory function. Heals open wounds. Prevents flies irritations. |
Argan |
Argania Spinosa |
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Oleic acid, Linoleic acid, Sterols, Phenolic comp, Vit E, Squalene |
Treats various skin pimples including skin bulges as a result of bites. Prevents skin dehydration. Act as an excellent hair conditioner. |
Sea buckthorn |
Hippophae Rhamnoides |
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Carotenoides, Stigma-sterins & Sterins, Vitamins B1 & B6, K, E, Beta-Sittosterin, Tannins, Coumarines, Flavonoides, Essential Volatile Oil, Fatty Acids (Oleic, Linoleic & Linoleic), Phytoncides, Sugars & Oligoelements |
Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. Treats skin pains and damages. Assists the regeneration of tissue. Nourishing, revitalizing, and restorative . |
Calendula |
Caleccalendula Officinalisndula |
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Isoquercitrin, Narcissin, Neohesperidoside, Rutin |
Antiseptic, disinfectant , anti-inflammatory , antibacterial, Accelerates skin healing. Treats bites, sting and various skin wounds. |
Oatmeal |
Avena Sativa |
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Minerals Vitamins, Salicylic acid, Folic acid, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Zinc Amino Acids and Dietary Fiber |
Protects the internal tissues. Aids on healing external wounds, scratches and cuts. Sooths and sedative itch. |
Wild Syrian Oregano |
Origanum Syriacum |
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Thymol Carvacrol ,Tannins, Thujone, Linalool, Borneol, acid Ursolic |
Disinfectant , anti-inflammatory , antibacterial, and anti eczema. Treats all types of fungal. Helps stimulating and improves local blood flow. |
Macadamia |
Macadamia Tetraphylla |
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Unusually rich with palmitoleic acid-(20%) |
Moisturizes and nourishes dry and blemished skin and coat, grants vitality, shine and body; essential to prevent oxidation of cells and stopping their wear process. |
Sweet Almond |
Amygdalus Communis |
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Rich on beta-Sitosterol and many essential fatty acids |
Provides nourish and moister to skin and hair well absorbed in the skin, balance of the skin glands secretion fat, hypoallergenic. |
Coconut |
Cocos nucifera |
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Minerals Vitamins, Dietary Fiber, Antioxidants |
Most excellent for the hair-nourishment, oiling, treatment of split ends, sun protection, moisturizing, shine, and cleaning debris. Nourish the skin and leave it soft, gentle and flexible. |
Flaxseed |
Linum Usitatissimum |
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Alpha-linolenic acid - ALA- Omega 3 + 6 Potassium, Protein |
Provides significant contribution to skin and hair health. strengthens nails and soothes skin infections. |
Benzoin |
Styrax Benzoin |
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Benzoic acid, Cinnamic acid, Vanillin, Styrene, Benzaldehyde, Coniferyl benzoate, Coniferyl cinnamate, Cinnamyl cinnamate, Phenylpropyl cinnamate, Siaresinolic acid, Sumaresinolic acid |
Antiseptic. Treats skin scars. A natural stabilizator and preservator. |
Pomegranate |
Punica Granatum |
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Punicic Acid-80% |
Contributes to the flexibility and strength of the epidermis. Improves blood flow and prevents oxidation of cells. Strengthens cell membranes and protects the skin from the damages of cumulative environment;Treats scars. |
Wheat Germ |
Triticum Vulgare |
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Vitamin E and many of unsaturated fatty acids |
Maintains moisture. Nourishes dry and blemished skin and coat. Contributes to the rebuilding of new skin cells. Protects the skin against free radicals and sun damage. Treats gentle, irritated and cracked skin, dermatitis, psoriasis. Improves blood circulation . |
Bitter Orange |
Citrus Aurantium Var Amara |
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Hydroxycinnamates furanocoumarins limonene (90%), Geraniol, Perillyl alcohol |
Gentle antiseptic, anti -virus, anti- fungus. Effectively keeping away insects and mosquitoes. |
Lemon |
Citrus Limonum |
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Limonene-90% Citronellal, Alpha-terpineol, Linalyl, Geranyl acetate,Geranial 5% |
Effectively destroys all types of bacteria. |
Basil |
Ocimum basilicum |
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Linalol, Methyl chavicol, Eugenol, Limonene, Citronellol |
Antiseptic, antibacterial, and antifungal. |
Red Clover |
Tripolium |
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Vit. C, B1, B3, Silica, Potassium, Manganese, Calcium, Bromine, Choline, Isoflavones |
Effective treatment of atopic skin infections. Drain toxin accumulations. Act as Conditioner and moisturizer. |
Burdock |
Arctium Lappa |
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Phenolic acids, Tridecatrienetriynes, Tridecadienetetraynes, Polyacetylenes, Inulin, organic acids, Ligininim, amino acids |
Antiviral, antibacterial, Antifungal. Treats dry skin and coat. |
Yarrow |
Achillea Millefolium |
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Pinenes, Borneol, Bornyl acetate, Camphor, Caryophyllene, Eugenol, Farnesene, Myrcene, Sabinene, Salicylic acid, Terpineol, Thujone, Sesquiterpene lactones |
Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant Antiviral. |
Mallow |
Malva Sylvestris |
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Polyphenolic compounds, Anthocyanidins |
Anti-inflammatory.Soothes skin, Treats various skin infections and insect bites. Strengthens hair roots. |
Liquorice |
Polypodium Falcatum |
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umbaelliferone, glycocoumarin, liquiritin, formononetin, lignin (10%, Glycyrrhizin 4%- 15%), Glycyrrhetinic Acid ,beta-sitosterol, pectin (5.8%), calcium, Iron, Potassium, Manganese, sodium |
Accelerates tissue regeneration, moisturize, effectively treats allergic symptoms and inflammation of connective tissue . |
Fennel |
Foeniculum Vulgare |
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5%Terpenoid anethole |
Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. |
Nettle |
Urtica dioica |
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Carbonic, Formic, Silicic, Citric, Fumaric, Glyceric , Malic, Oxalic, Phosphoric, Quinic, Succinic & threonic acids,Choline acetyltransferase,Vit B1, B2, B3, B5, C, K ,E and Pro Vit.A, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Manganese, Selenium, Zinc and other minerals, Glucoquinones acetylcholine, Betaine, Choline, Lecithin, Isorhamnetin, Kaempferol, Quercetin, Isoquercitin, Rutinhistamine, Serotonin |
Most effective in treating eczema, atopic skin infections and inflammation of connective tissue. |
Chamomile |
Matricaria Chamomile |
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Anthemic acid,Anthesterol, Apigenin,Tannic acid Vit A,calcium, Iron, potassium, manganese |
Anti-inflammatory, treats skin injuries and various skin infections, effective on skin soothing,eases itching and skin irritation. |
Aloe |
Aloe Barbadensis |
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Aloin,Barbaloin,Isobarbaloin, Bradykininase,Magneium lactate,germanum |
The most effective treatment for wounds and insect bites, infections, parasites, ringworm, scabies, allergies, eczema, seborrhea and oxidation. |
Rosemary |
Rosmarinus Officinalis |
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Phenolic, Carnosol, Carnosic |
Antiseptic, antitoxins and antifungal. Treats skin infections and helps heal wounds.Stops bleeding.Regulates fatty secretions. |
Turmeric |
Curcuma Longa |
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Curcumin, Vit.C, potassium, Beta Carotene |
Anti-inflammatory. Effectively treats wounds and eczema. Prevents free radicals damages. |
Myrrh |
Commiphora Molmol |
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Sulphates,Benzoates,Malates,Myrrholic acid, Heerabolene, Sesquiterpenene |
Antiseptic. Anti-inflammatory. Bacteria killer. Encourages activity of white blood cells. |
Sage |
Salvia Officinalis |
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Thujone,Ocimene,Cineole, Limonene, Camphor, Borneol, Phenolic acid |
Antiseptic. Anti-inflammatory. Treats wounds and dandruff . |
Indian Frankincense |
Boswellia Serrata |
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Terpenoids, Boswellic Acids |
Powerfully anti-inflammatory and antifungal. |
Spearmint |
Mentha Spicata |
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50-78% free Menthol and ו5-20% Menthol with Other components |
Antibacterial. Helps relieve pain Accelerates blood flow to the affected area. |
Patchouli |
Pogostemon Patchouli |
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Beta-Patchoulene, Alpha-Guaiene,Caryophyllene,A- Patchoulene, Seychellene, A-Bulnesene, Norpatchoulenol, Patchouli Alcohol, Pogostol |
Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.Sooths skin, accelerating wound healing and treat skin allergies. |
Ylang Ylang |
Cananga Odorata |
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benzoic acid, eugenol benzyl acetate, benzyl benzoate safrole alpha-phellandrene, geraniol, geranyl acetate, linalool, pinene :alpha- & beta-farnesene, caryophyllene, germacrene, cadinene |
Antiseptic. Restrains Sebum secretion. Accelerates hair growth . Treats eczema, seborrhea, itching skin and irritations. |
Ginger |
Zingiber Officinale |
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Phenols and Isoprenoids compounds |
Anti-inflammatory. Fights against bacteria and blocks toxins. |
Clove |
Caryophyllus |
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eugenol, acetyleugenol, beta-caryophyllene, alpha-humulene, caryophyllene ox |
Anti bacterial, anti fungal, antiseptic and effective antioxidants .Slows skin aging. |
Shea |
Vitellaria paradoxa |
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vitamins A.,D. E . Fatty acids in high concentration.- keratin,Triterpenoid alcohol, Cinnamic acid, High level of stearin and other fatty acids |
Encourages the growth and renewal of skin cells. Contributs to skin and hair flexibility. Protects against solar radiation. Antiseptic. Assists in healing and recovery. Acts as moisture . |
Kukui |
Aleurites moluccana |
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Vit. A. E. C, Omega 3, Linoleic Acid, and many other unsaturated fatty acids |
Revives cells, treats psoriasis and various skin diseases and burns. |
Grapeseeds |
Vitis Vinifera |
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OPCs, Vit E C D, Omega 6 & 9, Palmitic acid,Stearic acid, Palmitoleic acid |
Strengthening and maintaining moisture of cells. Treats dry and blemished hair. |
Castor |
Ricinus communis |
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Ether, Acetic acid, Palmitic acid, Glycerine, Ricinoleic acid |
Encourages growth and renewal of hair growth and restoration of hair damaged. |
Dead Sea Salt |
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Special healing qualities which are extremely beneficial to both skin and hair; an important contribution to the skin's natural moisturizing factor. |
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Dead Sea Mud |
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Helps to detoxify the skin and to relieve rheumatic and arthritis pain. Therapeutic and calming, relieves skin itching and dryness, stimulates, cleans and invigorates the skin, leaving it with a refreshing glow. |
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Wild Garland Chrysanthemum |
Chrysanthemum Coronarium |
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Choline, Amino acids, Glycosides, Flavonoids, Borneol, Camphor, Adenine, Vit A,B1 |
Soothing, antiseptic, antibiotic, insecticide |
Catnip |
Nepeta cataria |
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Carvacrol, Beta-caryophyllene, Nepetol, Thymol, Geraniol, Citronella, Nerol, Valeric acid, Nepetalactone, Tannins |
Anesthetic , lowers fever, soothing, anti-inflammatory, anti-spasm, insecticide. |
Eastern Red Cedar |
Juniperus virginiana |
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alpha & beta pinene(20-40%) , myrcene (6-8%), terpinene-4-ol, thujone, sabinene, limonene, camphene, p-cymene, 1,4-cineole, gamma-terpinene, citronellal, fenchene, phellandrene, nerol, terpinolene, linalool, borneol, humulene, caryophyllene, cubenene, elemene, aromadendrene, muurolene, copaene, cadinene,cadinol, ylangene, calamenene |
Antiseptic, antispasmodic, tonic, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, sedative and fungicidal qualities,insecticide |
Pine |
Pinus sylvestris |
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Alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, d-limonene, alpha- & gamma- terpinene, beta- ocimene, myrcene, camphene, sabinene, terpinolene, bornyl-acetate, borneol, cineole, Beta caryophyllene 3-beta-oxytrans-biformene |
Antiseptic, anti bacterial , anti- virus , insect repellent |
Reishi |
Ganoderma lucidum |
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Polysaccharides, Terpene,- Triterpenoid saponins & glycosides, Peptides, Lipids, Adenosine, D-Mannitol, B3, B5, C, D, Magnesium, Manganese, Molybdenum, Calcium, Zinc, Potassium, Sodium, Iron, copper, Organic germanium, Proteins. |
Antitumor, immunostimulant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antiallergic, adaptogen, tonic, anti-microbial and antioxidant. |
Shiitake |
Lentinula edodes |
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Lentinan, Ergosterol, Proteins, Fats mainly Linoleic acid, Carbohydrates, Fiber, Vitamins -A, B, B12, C, D and Minerals-K, Ca, Mg, Mn, Cd, Fe, Ni, Cu, P, Zn, Br, Rb |
Antitumor, antiviral, antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory |
Maitake |
Grifola frondosa |
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Minerals- Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium, Vitamin D2, B2, Niacin, C, Fibers, Amino acids and composition of polysaccharide known as Beta-Glucan. |
Antitumor, immunostimulant, adaptogen, tonic and antiviral. |
Kelp |
Fucus Vesiculosus |
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Minerals, trace metals, (0.03%- 0.2% Iodine-iodide-free & protein bound), mucopolysaccharides: alginic acid & fucans, polyphenoles, Glycosyl ester diglycerides, lipids & sterols. |
Immunostimulant, antitumor, adaptogen and tonic, |
Rue |
Ruta graveolens |
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Caprinic acid, Plagonic acid, Caprylic acid, Oenanthylic acid, Rutin |
Kills parasites |
Bay |
Laurus nobilis |
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Sesquiterpenes, Terpenes, Ketones, Eucalyptol, Methyleugenol, Linalool, Phellandrene, Pinenes, Terpineol, Geraniol |
Kills parasites |
Eyebright |
Euphrasia officinalis |
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Iridoid Glycosides, Flavonoids, Tannins, Vit A & C |
Reduces inflammation in the eye caused by blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelash follicles) and conjunctivitis (inflammation or infection of the membrane lining the eyelids) |
lion's tooth |
Taraxacum officinale |
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Carotenoids, Iron, potassium, silicon, magnesium, sodium, potassium, zinc, manganese, copper, phosphorusת Taraxacerin, Taraxacin, Glycoside amino acids, Glycoside amino acids, Glycoside amino acids, Glycoside amino acids, Vit A,B,C,D, Tannins, Inulin, Choline |
Protection from acids, and various pollutants. Regulates the provision of mucosal |
Everlasting |
Helichrysum italicum |
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eugenol, neryl acetate (26%), nerol (9%), geraniol, pinene, linalool, limonene, (allo-aromadendrene, cis-dihydro-occidentalol, gamma-curcumene (11%), diones, furfurol |
Re-cells, re-neural tissue, restorative tissue, stops bleeding, treat scars, encouraging blood flow and subsequent supply of oxygen to tissues, scattering bruising, powerful and flexible blood vessels, anti-trauma, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-infectives, anti-bacterial , anti-virus, anti-fungus |
Avocado |
Persia dryminfolia |
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Vit A, B, E Amino acidesl |
Antibiotic, heals wounds, nourishes and protects the skin and fur |
Olive |
Olea |
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Flavonoids |
Assistance in maintaining the blood vessels from leakage and from expiration, increasing the power of vitamin C, protecting the cells from oxidation, control the intensity of infection, antibiotic and anti-viral |
Camphor |
Cinnamomum camphora |
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Phenols, Lignanim, Monotrfnim, organic acids, flavonoids |
Inflammatory diseases of connective tissue and tendons, problems of Joints, skeletal and muscle, sprains and pains. |
Andirova |
Carapa Guianensis Seed Oil |
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Andirobin, Vitamins A, C, E, Linoleic, Palmitic, Oleic, Stearic Acids |
Insect repellant, wound healer, Antioxidant, healing skin conditions, for healthier fur and helps its growth |
Clary Sage |
Salvia Sclarea |
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Linalyl Acetate, Linalool |
Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, soothing, helps in skin care |
Geranium |
Pelargonium |
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Citronellol, Citronellyl Formate, Geraniol |
Anti parasite, anti-inflammatory, treatment of skin infections and wounds, skin care |
Saw Palmetto |
Sarenoa Serrulata |
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Steroidal Saponin, Polysaccharides |
Treats fur loss, Increases fur growth, strengthens, disinfects, anti-inflammatory
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Sesame |
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil |
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Vitamin B, Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, Phosphorus, Zinc |
Preservation and protection of fur and skin, helps in case of sensitive/irritated skin |
Sophora |
Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract |
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Kushenin, Matrine, Oxymatrine, Aloprine |
Anti-allergy, antibacterial, treatments skin lesions, treatments parasitic infections, relieves itching and irritation of the skin |
Wild Yam |
Dioscoreaceae Villosa |
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Diosgenin, Progesterone, Steroid Saponins, Cortisone, Estrogen, Tannins |
Anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-allergic |
Willow Bark |
Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract |
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Glycoside salicin(Salicylic Acid) |
Contains naturally Salicylic Acid, treats dandruff and dry skin, removes dead skin cells, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial |