Question 1

COMEDOGENIC RATING SCALE

Accepted Answer

You'll notice me talking about the "Comedogenic Rating" that all oils have. Comedogenic simply means the ability for the oil to clog your pores. Ratings start at 0 and go through 5. The higher the number, the higher chance you have of the oil clogging your pores. Using a non-comedogenic oil means that oil will not clog your pores. Acne and oily prone skin types should be using oils that have a 0-1 rating, anything higher and you may run the risk of clogged pores and more breakouts. Normal/combo skin types should be able to use oils with ratings of 2-3 and dry/mature skin type should be able to use oils with ratings up to a 3. When discussing products for your face and neck, these ratings seem to matter a bit more, however listen to your skin, it's your largest organ...feed it what it loves!
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**Keep in mind, these are ratings, not hard and fast laws! Everyone's skin will react differently. Some people can use ingredients with 4's and not have an issue at all (my faves have always been 4's and 5's!). Whatever you do, don't just use products because they're popular or because they were free...stick to what it loves! :)

Question 2

ALOE VERA JUICE (comedogenic rating 0)

Accepted Answer

What Is Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice?
Aloe Barbadensis is another word for Aloe Vera. Aloe is a desert plant that stores water in its leaves. It’s an anti-inflammatory and effective skin moisturizer, the sap that’s stored inside is commonly used as a way to treat sunburn. You can buy Aloe from a bottle and use it as a home remedy to treat sunburn or you can literally cut open the leaves and squeeze out the sap right onto your skin.
Why Is Aloe Barbadensis Used In Skin Care Products?
Aloe Barbadensis, or Aloe Vera, is a succulent plant which offers many benefits and is suited for all skin types, especially dry, damaged, broken, sensitive and irritated skin. It offers anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, humectant, and soothing, anti-itch qualities for skin.
It’s filled with many natural vitamins and antioxidants such as vitamin B complex, folic acid, vitamin C and 70+ more components. Using Aloe is a great way to hydrate, moisturize and rejuvenate the skin with natural nutrients.
What Makes Aloe Good for Your Skin?
What Makes Aloe Good For Your Skin?
• Polysaccharides - give Aloe its hydrating, emollient and anti-inflammatory benefits, while creating a protective barrier on the skin. 
• Anthraquinones - antimicrobial and antioxidant characteristics. 
• Phytosterols - calm and soothe itchy skin, also moisturizing and protecting the skin from trans-epidermal water loss. 
• Glycosides - promote healthy cell regeneration and offer antihistaminic (anti-allergen) properties, while vitamins, minerals and essential amino acids nourish the skin.
Benefits of Aloe Barbadensis
Aloe has many benefits to your health, not only to your skin. However, it does have beneficial qualities for skin care, and this is why we use it in our products. We want to help educate you on the kinds of ingredients that are in the skincare products you buy and the kind you should be using. If you have any questions about why we choose Aloe Barbadensis in our products, please let us know!

Question 3

ARROWROOT POWDER (comedogenic rating 0)

Accepted Answer

Arrowroot powder is derived from the Rhizome or underground root of the Arrowroot Tuber. The Rhizome is ground and then processed to create a fine powder that we use in many of our products to give you that silky feel and remove some of that oily feel.
Our Arrowroot powder is organic certified food grade.

Question 4

ORGANIC BEESWAX (comedogenic rating 0-2)

Accepted Answer

Beeswax is a product made from the honeycomb of the honeybee and other bees. Beeswax has soothing and softening properties and helps the skin retain moisture. The anti-inflammatory properties of beeswax encourage the healing of wounds. It is also protective, helping form a barrier between the skin and the environment without clogging your pores.

Question 5

BTMS-50 OR BENHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE

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This ingredient sounds a bit daunting...it did for me in the beginning too! A few of our ingredients have those 10 syllable chemical sounding words that sound pretty scary. One such ingredient is Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and Cetearyl Alcohol), or for short, BTMS-50. Behentrimonium Methosulfate in layman terms is simply a type of non-sulfate emulsifying wax...that's right, methosulfate isn't a sulfate at all! As a matter of a fact, it is the MOST conditioning emulsifier you can get your hands on! It is 100% natural and vegan, and perfectly safe for all skin types. When making our products that require creaminess (currently in our CBD Lotion), emulsification is vital. When mixing oils with other materials, BTMS-50 allows the ingredients to mix or emulsify without separating. Despite the way the name looks, BTMS-50 is actually derived from a plant. It is a plant-based emulsifying wax that is naturally derived from Colza oil, also referred to as Rapeseed Oil. CBD Naturals uses this ingredient in its CBD Body Lotion.

Question 6

CBD TYPES

Accepted Answer

There are three types of CBD, each containing different compounds and concentrations:

Full-Spectrum CBD 
Full-spectrum CBD is made from a process which isolates the cannabinoids from the hemp plant. It includes many types of cannabinoids, including cannabidiol (CBD), Cannabidivarin (CBDV), cannabinol (CBN), cannabigerol (CBG), as well as a "possible" trace of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). However, since our full-spectrum CBD is made from hemp, the "possible" levels of THC are less than .3% and thus cannot result in a “high.”

Broad-Spectrum CBD 
The process to make broad-spectrum CBD removes even trace amounts of THC, yet leaves all the other cannabinoids in place.

CBD Isolate
Comes in the form of a crystalline solid or white powder. This is the purest form of CBD you can get - Ours is 99.7% pure with no THC or other cannabinoids or compounds.

Question 7

HEMP SEED OIL (comedogenic rating 0)

Accepted Answer

Hemp seed oil is a very healthy oil with an array of incredible skin benefits, and this is why it is one of our signature ingredients! This oil is harvested by cold-pressing hemp seeds and should not be confused with CBD oil, which is harvested from the leaves, stalks and flowers. Hemp seed oil is full of omega fatty acids, including omega 3, 6 and 9, along with the antioxidant vitamin E, as well as other powerful phytonutrients, vitamins, and minerals that infuse the skin with an amazing dose of goodness.

Question 8

JOJOBA SEED OIL (comedogenic rating 2)

Accepted Answer

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil aka Jojoba seed oil, has been used by Native Americans for centuries to help heal wounds, burns and sunburns. Considered a Holy Grail in acne treatment for many because it mimics the consistency of our own sebum. It has a light moisturizing feel and absorbs well into the skin. Most skin types tolerate Jojoba oil well but will often experience a “purge” of toxins when you begin using it. Typically, this purge will end in a few weeks, revealing clear pores and revitalized skin. This oil is more suitable for oily skin types as it helps balance the production of excess oil. It encourages the skin to retain moisture and replenish elasticity. Acting as a deep cleanser, Jojoba oil penetrates skin follicles to cleanse blocked pores. Its antibacterial properties help control bacterial growth in the hair follicle and anti-inflammatory properties sooth irritated skin.

Question 9

MID-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (MCT Oil) (comedogenic rating 0)

Accepted Answer

Our MCT Oil is derived exclusively from non-GMO, verified organic coconuts (never from Palm Oil) without the use of chemicals or hexane and consists of Caprylic Acid (C8) and Capric Acid (C10) fatty acids. MCT Oils in general are used extensively across a wide range of sectors including cosmetics, personal care, aromatherapy, nutrition, pharmaceuticals, and medicine. 
Remains in a liquid state at room temperature
Low viscosity and lightweight texture
Absorbs rapidly into the skin
Non-greasy and non-staining
Excellent heat stability (can be heated or frozen)
Excellent oxidative stability, contributing to the lifespan of products that use it

Question 10

OPTIPHEN+

Accepted Answer

A liquid preservative formulation featuring an innovative blend of phenoxyethanol, sorbic acid and an emollient base that is ideal for personal care products requiring broad spectrum protection. This preservative is approved for use in all major markets, compatible with a variety of formulations and is free of Formaldehyde Donor, Halogen, Isothiazolinones and Parabens. Effective against a broad-spectrum activity of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast and mold.

Question 11

SAFFLOWER OIL (comedogenic rating 0)

Accepted Answer

Has a silky feel on the skin and is highly moisturizing. Its high linoleic acid content makes it a perfect oil for OCM (oil cleansing method) as it will help break up blackheads and other impurities in the skin. It absorbs easily and doesn’t leave a greasy residue.

Question 12

VEGETABLE GLYCERIN

Accepted Answer

A simple all-natural, vegan ingredient that can be used in a variety of personal care products to help add moisturizing, cleansing, and softening properties to formulas. High-quality glycerin is derived from natural fats found in vegetable oils and acts as an effective emollient. It is recognized as safe by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Question 13

VITAMIN E OIL

Accepted Answer

A fat-soluble vitamin that acts as an antioxidant, helping protect cells from damage throughout your body. It's found in our sebum (the natural skin oil made by your body), which creates a natural barrier to keep moisture in your skin.

INGREDIENTS LIBRARY

COMEDOGENIC RATING SCALE

ALOE VERA JUICE (comedogenic rating 0)

ARROWROOT POWDER (comedogenic rating 0)

ORGANIC BEESWAX (comedogenic rating 0-2)

BTMS-50 OR BENHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE

CBD TYPES

HEMP SEED OIL (comedogenic rating 0)

JOJOBA SEED OIL (comedogenic rating 2)

MID-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (MCT Oil) (comedogenic rating 0)

OPTIPHEN+

SAFFLOWER OIL (comedogenic rating 0)

VEGETABLE GLYCERIN

VITAMIN E OIL

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INGREDIENTS LIBRARY

COMEDOGENIC RATING SCALE

ALOE VERA JUICE (comedogenic rating 0)

ARROWROOT POWDER (comedogenic rating 0)

ORGANIC BEESWAX (comedogenic rating 0-2)

BTMS-50 OR BENHENTRIMONIUM METHOSULFATE

CBD TYPES

HEMP SEED OIL (comedogenic rating 0)

JOJOBA SEED OIL (comedogenic rating 2)

MID-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES (MCT Oil) (comedogenic rating 0)

OPTIPHEN+

SAFFLOWER OIL (comedogenic rating 0)

VEGETABLE GLYCERIN

VITAMIN E OIL

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