Dr Hauschka - Moisturising Day Cream 100ml

This light moisturiser with its extracts of Anthyllis and Witch Hazel refreshes and invigorates the skin, making it ideal for pale, dry, tired skin. It activates the skin's natural moisturising process and regulates the oil content. It can be stimulating and is therefore not recommended for couperose conditions.

• Mix with a couple of drops of Translucent Bronze Concentrate for a tinted moisturiser.
• Keep in a cool place away from direct sunshine.
• An ideal moisturiser for men as it is absorbed quickly and leaves no oily sheen.
• Moisturising Day Cream, or indeed any of the Dr.Hauschka moisturisers, should not be used at night time as the skin uses this period to excrete toxins absorbed during the day - so any products that interfere with these natural processes should be avoided.
• Regular use of night creams can mean that the skin becomes dependent on an external source of moisture rather than producing its own.
• If your skin feels taut after cleansing in the evening, be patient.  Wait 20-30 minutes and the skin will re-balance itself.  Make sure that you are rinsing the Cleansing Cream off properly.  If you have been using night creams for a long time, then your skin may need extra support in the changeover period to Dr.Hauschka, and in this case, we recommend the Rhythmic Night Conditioner ampoules.

Water/Aqua

Deionised (reverse osmosis) spring water is used.

Anthyllis Vulneraria Extract

The healing qualities of Kidney Vetch have been known since the 16th century. This medicinal plant helps the skin with its renewal and regeneration process.

Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil

Biodynamic Apricot kernels from Turkey are ground and refined in Germany. It has restorative qualities.

Alcohol

Plant alcohol is used as a preservative and helps firm and tone the skin. It is derived from fermentation of fruit, maize and potatoes. The quantities of alcohol in the Dr.Hauschka preparations are not sufficient to dry out the skin.

Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract

The bark and leaves from biodynamic Witch Hazel are used for their anti-inflammatory properties. The essences are very widely used in the preparations and Witch Hazel has a long established tradition of use in skin care.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil

Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil

Oil obtained from cold expression of organic olives.

Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract

Biodynamically grown carrots, a native plant of Europe, are used for this oily extract which acts as an excellent emollient (meaning it has soothing properties).

Arachis Hypogaea (Peanut) Oil

This oil is extracted by expression from Ground nuts also known as Peanuts. It has an intensive smell and is purified by filtration and steam treatment. The protein part (allergen) is removed, thus making this safe for peanut allergy sufferers.

Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil

Wheat Germ Oil is high in antioxidants and also increases the stability of other oils in the preparations.

Hypericum Perforatum Extract

Biodynamically grown St Johns Wort is used for this oily extract, a plant with a natural affinity for the sunlight. It blossoms at midsummer and produces a deep red etheric oil. It has been used as a remedy since ancient times and is valued for antiviral and antiseptic properties.

Glycerin

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

Calendula extract is obtained from Marigolds, a familiar but beautiful plant with bright orange-yellow flowers. A native of Southern Europe, it has been grown as a garden flower and healing herb for a long time. It is particularly beneficial to wound healing and for soothing skin conditions.

Lecithin

This is an emulsifier and it helps moisturise dry skin as it affects the fluid content of the keratinised cells in the epidermis.

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil

Fragrance/Parfum

A combination of specially blended, carefully chosen pure essential oils, unique for each preparation.

Limonene

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Linalool

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Farnesol

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Benzyl Benzoate

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Geraniol

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Citronellol

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Citral

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Eugenol

This is a component of natural essentail oil.

Benzyl Salicylate

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Algin

The seaweed is treated with sodium carbonate to convert the insoluable alginic acid into the soluable form which is sodium alginate. It is a stabiliser, emollient and thickener.

Xanthan Gum

This is a natural (produced from ferment of sugar) emulsifier.

Suitable for Vegans.