Ingredients Used By TLC Soaps With details of their Properties

Name	INCI Name	Properties/uses
Alkanet Root	Alkanna Tinctoria	Infuse the roots in oil for a dark red/burgundy colour that can be used in soap and other formulations
Cayenne Powder		Used for colour only
Calendula Oil	Calendula Officinalis, Helianthus Annuus	Obtained from the flowers of Calendula Officinalis and infused with sunflower oil. Contains high amounts of Vitamin A. Good for wind burns, grazes and stings
Chamomile Flowers	Chamomilla Recutita	Chamomile is commonly recognised for its soothing properties for both mind and body
Coconut Oil (Solid)	Cocos Nucifera	Coconut oil is excellent as a skin moisturiser
Coffee Grains		Used for colour only
Geranium Pure Essential Oil	Pelargonium Graveolens	Good in skin-care, particularly oily skin. Also good for easing menopausal problems
Grapefruit Pure Essential Oil	Citrus Grandis	Good for cellulite, depression and colds
Grapefruit Seed Extract	Citricidal	This extract may have a high medicinal value which gives it antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal properties Applied externally, grapefruit seed extract is effective against infections and inflammations, and a host of conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, athlete's foot, dandruff and insect bites
Jojoba Oil (golden)	Simmondsia Chinensis	Jojoba oil will help to nourish the skin and prevent dryness. It is a good conditioner for all skin types, especially mature skins.
Lavender Buds	Lavandula Angustifolia	These wonderfully aromatic buds are ideal for use in pot pourri and linen sachets or use in bath bags for a nice relaxing bath
Lavender Pure Essential	Lavandula Angustifolia	A pale yellow oil specifically chosen for its linalool contents of 40-42% to ensure the reliability of the fragrance
Lemongrass Pure Essential Oil	Cymbopogon Schoenanthus	Good for Athlete's Foot. Also fevers, headaches and tiredness
Lime Pure Essential Oil	Citrus Aurantifolia	An uplifting oil. Use to alleviate depression and stress-related disorders
Maldon Sea Salt, coarse	Sea Salt	Coarse Sea Salt for bath and skin care preparations, it can draw heat from the body, soften the skin and remineralise
Marigold Petals	Calendula Officinalis	Marigold petals have excellent toning properties when used in bath bags or facial steams. When added to soap the petals keep their wonderful colour
Mint Leaves	Mentha × Piperita	Mint aids digestion, a strong diuretic, mint essential oil is an ingredient in many cosmetics and is very popular in aromatherapy
Olive Pomace	Olea Europaea	The best olive oil for soap making due to its saponification values. Olive Oil is used in soaps, as it helps retain moisture, but does not stop the skin from breathing
Palm Oil (Solid)	Elaeis Guineensis	Natural palm oil contains alpha, beta, gamma, and delta-tocopherols and alpha, beta, gamma, and delta-tocotrienols. No other natural source contains this much vitamin E
Paprika	Dried Ground Capsicum (C. Annuum /C. Frutescens)	Used for colour only
Peppermint Pure Essential Oil	Mentha Arvensis	A strong scent best used in a vaporiser. Good for colds, headaches and fatigue. Good flea-repellent for pets. Also know as corn-mint Caution: Avoid during pregnancy
Pumice Powder	Pumice	Medium grained pumice powder, excellent for use in soaps and scrubs
Roman Chamomile Pure Essential Oil	Anthemis Nobilis	Good for nervous tension, anxiety and PMS Caution: Do not use during pregnancy
Rose Absolute 5% Dilution in Jojoba Oil	Simmondsia Chinensis, Rosa Centifolia	Use in skin care products to help combat dry and sensitive skin. Rose Absolute is also said to help against wrinkles
Rose Petals	Rosa Gallica	Use these wonderfully fragrant petals in pot pourri or bath bags. When added to soap the petals may darken or bleed
Rosewood Pure Essential Oil	Aniba Rosaeodora	Good in skin-care for mature and dry skin. Also promotes emotional strength
Shea Nut Butter, Refined	Butyrospernum Parkii	This material is rich in non-saponifiable fats. Contributes to cell regeneration and can moisturise the severest of dry skin, smoothes irritation and heals broken skin. Used extensively for chicken pox and shingles, sunburn and burns, aids scar healing, dark spots, blemishes, stretch marks, eczema and psoriasis. Fantastic for restoring elasticity to skin
Spearmint Pure Essential Oil	Mentha Viridis	Spearmint has the same properties as Peppermint (Piperita), but is milder. Therefore it is suitable for use on children. Helps combat colds, fevers and flu. Also good for easing nausea
Sunflower Oil	Helianthus Annuus	Sunflower oil can retain moisture in the skin, it may also provide a protective barrier that resists infection
Sweet Almond Oil	Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis	A pale yellow oil with a mild nutty aroma. Contains trace minerals, linoleic acid and vitamins D & E. A good oil for softening and conditioning skin, very suitable for itchy skin conditions
Sweet Orange Pure Essential Oil	Citrus Aurantium Dulcis	Good for depression and stress, also colds and flu
Tangerine Pure Essential Oil	Citrus Nobilis	A bright orange oil with fresh and (not as sweet as mandarin) sweet odour. Suitable for soap making and aromatherapy
Tea Tree Pure Essential Oil	Melaleuca Alternifolia	Good for treating acne, cold sores, insect-bites, minor burns and wounds. Also good for colds and 'flu'
Turmeric Powder	Curcuma Longa	Used for colour only
Ylang Ylang Extra Pure Essential Oil	Cananga Ododrata	Good in skin-care, especially for oily skin and acne. Also depression and insomnia